Ep121: Hosting Tips from the Largest Airbnb Concierge Service in Amsterdam
Summary
This podcast episode discusses hosting tips from the largest Airbnb concierge service in Amsterdam, highlighting the importance of honesty, personalization, and cleanliness in listings. Hosts should focus on details like white linens and address any faults in their listing to ensure a positive guest experience.
Key Insights
- •The episode discusses recent Airbnb enforcement of rental restrictions in Amsterdam.
- •The founder of the management company states that the new restrictions may help their business.
Action Items
- ✓Make your listing personal to create a better guest experience.Effort: lowImpact: medium
- ✓Focus on cleanliness, use white linens and white towels.Effort: lowImpact: medium
- ✓Be honest about your listing and mention any faults.Effort: lowImpact: medium
Tools & Resources
- →Beyond Pricing: Recommended tool: Beyond Pricing(beyondpricing.com)
Common Mistakes
- ⚠One hair in the bed/shower will ruin the guest’s experience and your 5-star rating.
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