Airbnb has become a very popular “destination” for travellers from all over the world – and not without reason. For a fraction of the price you would pay at a high-end hotel, users on Airbnb have the chance to rent amazing apartments and houses in the locations they are visiting – so they can truly enjoy their time there while spending much less than they would by staying at a hotel.
If you have decided to invest in an Airbnb apartment and if you want to make sure your flow of tenants is enough to make you a good living, you have come to the right place. We have gathered some of the most important things to know about creating a great Airbnb apartment – so read on if you want to find out more about this.
Location is key
The location of your apartment determines how much you will be able to charge on it. The closer it is to the touristic attractions, the more expensive it will be. Also, keep in mind that tourists tend to be quite well-informed so you will not be able to actually lie about your apartment’s location – it will most likely lead to negative reviews and it will lower your odds that you get other tenants in the future.
Your apartment does not have to be situated in the top ranked areas of the city. If you already own apartment in a decent area (e.g. in a safe area), you will most likely be able to market it properly on Airbnb without lying about it. But remember that the price you ask will depend a lot on the location of the apartment.
Create a really nice environment
People on Airbnb generally want more from their rentals than just a bed to lie their heads on – or at least they don’t want only that when they are willing to pay a bit more for their rental. Create a nice décor for the apartment and make sure it is well equipped with all the things tourists may need (including cooking utensils and appliances).
Furthermore, remember that investing in high quality furniture will be a great investment if you want to make the most out of your apartment on Airbnb. Nice furniture adds style, elegance and comfort even to a small apartment and even to an apartment that’s not luxurious, so it’s more than worth making this investment.
Make sure everything is clean
From the kitchen utensils to the bed linens, everything in your apartment should be top-notch quality and clean. The last thing you want is a review from a tenant who arrived at your apartment guided by the amazing photos – and discovered that everything is actually a mess.
If you don’t have the time to do this yourself, hire a housemaid to clean after every series of tenants. It will cost a bit more, but it will attract positive reviews – and thus, more visitors as well.
