What is Airbnb?

Airbnb is an online marketplace where anyone can advertise a room or home for rent, in order to become a short term rental host. Founded in 2008 in California, the innovative concept provides travellers with the opportunity to book accommodation and experiences all over the world. Airbnb currently has over 4 million hosts using the platform, to help increase income by renting out their home. Many potential hosts ask, is Airbnb safe? As guests and hosts are able to rate each other’s experience on the platform, there is greater assurance of quality provided both parties. Airbnb also use their own service Aircover to cover both parties from any issues such as damage and cancellations.

How to start an Airbnb?

If you have a second home or wish to rent out your own, becoming an Airbnb host just got easier! Travelnest works with full self-contained property owners to help hosts get more bookings on Airbnb. By signing up to a channel manager or similar like Travelnest, Airbnb hosts can now easily manage Airbnb listings on one platform while synchronising bookings across other sites. Effectively, this eliminates the hassle of manually logging into Airbnb between every update or review; you can now access all your vacation rental listings in one place. Find out more about the other channels we work with and how to start advertising for free here. Alternatively, set up an Airbnb login directly.

Can I Airbnb my home?

Airbnb operates in most countries around the world, with the typical host earning $13.8K each year in the US. If you are looking to start an Airbnb business, it would be necessary to learn about your local regulations first. Some areas require hosts to register their business or obtain a tourist licence. If you have the space and ability to become a host, you should then make sure your property is ready to be rented. Once you have decided on your house rules and nightly pricing, take a look at our useful blogs which include marketing tips, such as how to decorate rooms and take the best photos to appeal to guests. The team at Travelnest can help you through the set up process, as well as offer tips and tricks to optimise your listing for bookings.