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Lesley: /* Setting up Features and Amenities in Beds24 */

2025-10-31T15:21:57Z

Setting up Features and Amenities in Beds24

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	'''Room features and amenities'''		'''Room features and amenities'''

	If you have multiple rooms criteria which only applies to one room should be entered in the room in {#fas:cog}} (SETTINGS) PROPERTIES > ROOMS > ~~SET UP)~~.		If you have multiple rooms criteria which only applies to one room should be entered in the room in {#fas:cog}} (SETTINGS) PROPERTIES > ROOMS > SETUP.

	Example 1: All rentals or rooms have internet. In this case you can set up the Internet in {#fas:cog}} (SETTINGS) PROPERTIES > DESCRIPTION. The number will be applied to all room/units.		Example 1: All rentals or rooms have internet. In this case you can set up the Internet in {{#fas:cog}} (SETTINGS) PROPERTIES > DESCRIPTION. The number will be applied to all room/units.

	Example 2: You have one unit with Internet one and another unit without Internet. In this case set the Internet up in SETTING > PROPERTIES > ROOMS > ~~SET UP~~.		Example 2: You have one unit with Internet one and another unit without Internet. In this case set the Internet up in SETTING > PROPERTIES > ROOMS > SETUP.

	How to add features and amenities.		How to add features and amenities.
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	#Close the pop up and then press SAVE.		#Close the pop up and then press SAVE.

	We aim to support all features the channels support If some features are not yet available, please reach out to us via a support ticket.		We aim to support all features the channels support If some features are not yet available, please reach out to us via a support ticket.

	==Rules and Policies==		==Rules and Policies==

Annette: /* Vrbo */

2025-03-10T11:05:21Z

Vrbo

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	*4+ stars		*4+ stars
	*Beach		*Beach
	*Kitchen ~~(essentials)~~		*Kitchen
	*Free cancellation ~~(essentials)~~		*Free cancellation
	*Air conditioning ~~(essentials)~~		*Air conditioning
	*Internet/Wifi ~~(essentials)~~		*Internet/Wifi
	*Outdoor space		*Outdoor space
			*Pets allowed

	*Beachfront ~~(location type)~~		Location
	*Oceanfront ~~(location type)~~		*Beachfront
	*Waterfront ~~(location type)~~		*Oceanfront
			*Waterfront

	*House (property type)		Property type
			*House
	*~~Pets allowed (~~House ~~rules)~~

	Click here for [[Media:Vrbo Boost your Performance on Vrbo.pdf\|more information]].		Click here for [[Media:Vrbo Boost your Performance on Vrbo.pdf\|more information]].

Annette: /* Vrbo */

2025-03-10T10:57:16Z

Vrbo

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	*Pets allowed (House rules)		*Pets allowed (House rules)


	Click here for [[Media:Vrbo Boost your Performance on Vrbo.pdf\|more information]].		Click here for [[Media:Vrbo Boost your Performance on Vrbo.pdf\|more information]].

Annette: /* Booking.com */

2025-03-10T10:57:03Z

Booking.com

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	With Beds24 you can manage multiple rate plans.		With Beds24 you can manage multiple rate plans.


	'''Participate in Booking.com’s Programs'''		'''Participate in Booking.com’s Programs'''

Annette: /* Airbnb */

2025-03-10T10:56:53Z

Airbnb

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	'''Use Instant Booking'''		'''Use Instant Booking'''

	Using instant booking removes uncertainty from the reservation process, fostering trust and convenience for guests. Instant booking is the default on Beds24. If you have asked us to change this for you you might want to reconsider this.		Using instant booking removes uncertainty from the reservation process, fostering trust and convenience for guests. Instant booking is the default on Beds24. If you have asked us to change this for you you might want to reconsider this.


	=Booking.com=		=Booking.com=

Annette at 10:56, 10 March 2025

2025-03-10T10:56:34Z

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	With Airbnb its all about quality and convenience for the guest.		With Airbnb its all about quality and convenience for the guest.

			'''Aim to become a guest favourite'''
	'''~~Become~~ a guest favourite'''

	On average listings with [https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/3496?locale=en&_set_bev_on_new_domain=1741603575_EAZjBiOWU4ODNlZT Guest Favourite badge] receive 30% more bookings than other listings and have more room for a higher price.		On average listings with [https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/3496?locale=en&_set_bev_on_new_domain=1741603575_EAZjBiOWU4ODNlZT Guest Favourite badge] receive 30% more bookings than other listings and have more room for a higher price.
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	*Quality-related incidents reported to Airbnb customer service		*Quality-related incidents reported to Airbnb customer service
	*A minimum of 5 reviews		*A minimum of 5 reviews

			'''Offer non-refundable discount'''

			The non-refundable option lets guests book at a discounted rate that’s not subject to your standard cancellation policy. If they cancel, they won’t be refunded.

	'''Have flexible cancellation policies '''		'''Have flexible cancellation policies '''

			Flexible policies drivemore bookings and higher revenue.

	'''~~Offer non-refundable discount~~'''		'''Use Instant Booking'''

			Using instant booking removes uncertainty from the reservation process, fostering trust and convenience for guests. Instant booking is the default on Beds24. If you have asked us to change this for you you might want to reconsider this.


			=Booking.com=
			'''Use Occupancy prices'''

	==		Offering prices for different occupancies increases visiblity and drives bookings. With Beds24 you can send prices for different occupacies directly form Beds24.

	'''~~Use Instant Booking~~'''		'''Offer multiple price options'''

	~~Using instant booking removes uncertainty from the reservation process, fostering trust and convenience for guests. Instant booking is the default on~~ Beds24~~. If~~ you ~~have asked us to change this for you you might want to reconsider this~~.		With Beds24 you can manage multiple rate plans.


			'''Participate in Booking.com’s Programs'''

	~~=Booking~~.~~com=~~		Enhance your visibility by enrolling in the Genius Program or the Preferred Partner Program. These programs provide special tags, custom banners, and listing badges designed to boost your page views and bookings.

	=Vrbo=		=Vrbo=
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	Using instant booking removes uncertainty from the reservation process, fostering trust and convenience for guests. Instant booking is the default on Beds24. If you have asked us to change this for you you might want to reconsider this.		Using instant booking removes uncertainty from the reservation process, fostering trust and convenience for guests. Instant booking is the default on Beds24. If you have asked us to change this for you you might want to reconsider this.

	~~'''Use Instant Booking'''~~

	'''Vrbos top-amenities'''		'''Vrbos top-amenities'''

Annette at 10:46, 10 March 2025

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 A good ranking on the channels depends largely the content you provide and guest reviews.
 Our tips apply to your direct booking page as well to all OTAs. For Airbnb, Booking.com, the Vrbo group and Hometogo you can manage the complete content directly from Beds24.
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Annette at 10:00, 10 March 2025

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 ==Pictures==
 Pictures  are the first impression that guests have. You should provide as many pictures as possible in high resolution.

Annette at 09:38, 10 March 2025

2025-03-10T09:38:41Z

Annette: /* Check your listing regularly */

2025-03-10T09:36:40Z

Check your listing regularly

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	=Check your listing regularly=		=Check your listing regularly=
	To stay on top you should actively manage your listings. These are the key tasks you should perform on a regular basis:		To stay on top you should actively manage your listings. These are the key tasks you should perform on a regular basis:


	'''Pricing Strategy'''		'''Pricing Strategy'''

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	[[Image:guest-favourite.jpg\|center\|500px\|link=]]		[[Image:guest-favourite.jpg\|center\|500px\|link=]]

	=Pictures=		=Gemeral Recommendations=
			==Pictures==
	Pictures are the first impression that guests have. You should provide as many pictures as possible in high resolution.		Pictures are the first impression that guests have. You should provide as many pictures as possible in high resolution.

	Recommended are 20+ pictures. Make sure all have caption and make sure your first (key) picture and your headline work together.		Recommended are 20+ pictures. Make sure all have caption and make sure your first (key) picture and your headline work together.

	==Managing Pictures in Beds24==		===Managing Pictures in Beds24===
	You can add and manage pictures in {{#fas:cog}} (SETTINGS) BOOKING ENGINE > PICTURES.		You can add and manage pictures in {{#fas:cog}} (SETTINGS) BOOKING ENGINE > PICTURES.

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	Some OTAs support tags. If you add tags directly in Beds24 there is a dropdown with commonly used tags but you can also add other tags manually. Booking.com recommends adding seasonal pictures and tag them with the season. They will then display the season picture according to the season the guest want to travel.		Some OTAs support tags. If you add tags directly in Beds24 there is a dropdown with commonly used tags but you can also add other tags manually. Booking.com recommends adding seasonal pictures and tag them with the season. They will then display the season picture according to the season the guest want to travel.

	=Features and Amenities=		==Features and Amenities==
	Having the right amenities will ensure your listing is not excluded from filtered searches. Some channels also support "Location Type" and "Nearby" features to allow guests to narrow down search results.		Having the right amenities will ensure your listing is not excluded from filtered searches. Some channels also support "Location Type" and "Nearby" features to allow guests to narrow down search results.

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	On Airbnb some amenities, such as pools, hot tubs and washer/dryers, can significantly improve listing performance. Allowing pets and providing a kitchen, WiFi and TV can have a more moderate but still noticeable effect on the performance on Airbnb.		On Airbnb some amenities, such as pools, hot tubs and washer/dryers, can significantly improve listing performance. Allowing pets and providing a kitchen, WiFi and TV can have a more moderate but still noticeable effect on the performance on Airbnb.

	==Setting up Features and Amenities in Beds24==		===Setting up Features and Amenities in Beds24===
	You can add them via a copy and paste. Beds24 supports both property features and room features:		You can add them via a copy and paste. Beds24 supports both property features and room features:

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	We aim to support all features the channels support If some features are not yet available, please reach out to us via a support ticket.		We aim to support all features the channels support If some features are not yet available, please reach out to us via a support ticket.

	=Rules and Policies=		==Rules and Policies==
	Travelers value the ability to get a refund if their plans change.		Travelers value the ability to get a refund if their plans change.

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	*Listings where guests do not have to pay the full amount upfront tend to perform better.		*Listings where guests do not have to pay the full amount upfront tend to perform better.

	=Descriptive texts=		==Descriptive texts==
	Some channels allow for a "headline" rather than a property name. Choose your headline carefully and make sure your first (key) picture and your headline work together.		Some channels allow for a "headline" rather than a property name. Choose your headline carefully and make sure your first (key) picture and your headline work together.

	Make sure your descriptions are accurate so guests know what to expect. Guests who find what they expected are less likely to leave a bad review.		Make sure your descriptions are accurate so guests know what to expect. Guests who find what they expected are less likely to leave a bad review.

	=Communication=		==Communication==
	Successful hosting requires excellent communication between hosts and guests. Effective communication is essential for happy guests, 5-star reviews, and repeat bookings.		Successful hosting requires excellent communication between hosts and guests. Effective communication is essential for happy guests, 5-star reviews, and repeat bookings.

	On our blog we provide additional information and an example [https://blog.beds24.com/ultimate-guide-to-effective-guest-communication/ messaging flow].		On our blog we provide additional information and an example [https://blog.beds24.com/ultimate-guide-to-effective-guest-communication/ messaging flow].

	==Communication via Beds24==		===Communication via Beds24===
	Beds24 allows you to set up automated messages so you can provide your guests with all relevant information when they need it.		Beds24 allows you to set up automated messages so you can provide your guests with all relevant information when they need it.

	Direct integration with Airbnbs, Booking.coms, Expedias and Vrbos messaging system allow you to communicate with their guests directly and securely from Beds24 via the channels messaging system.		Direct integration with Airbnbs, Booking.coms, Expedias and Vrbos messaging system allow you to communicate with their guests directly and securely from Beds24 via the channels messaging system.

	=Reviews=		==Reviews==
	Most travelers rely on reviews before booking.		Most travelers rely on reviews before booking.

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	If possible you should make it a habit to review all guests directly after departure because hosts who leave a review for their guests are likely to receive a review back from their guests.		If possible you should make it a habit to review all guests directly after departure because hosts who leave a review for their guests are likely to receive a review back from their guests.

	==Managing reviews in Beds24==		===Managing reviews in Beds24===
	Direct integration with Airbnbs, Expedias and Vrbos reviews allow you to manage your reviews directly from Beds24. You can view your reviews directly in Beds24, reply to them and review the guest.		Direct integration with Airbnbs, Expedias and Vrbos reviews allow you to manage your reviews directly from Beds24. You can view your reviews directly in Beds24, reply to them and review the guest.

	We suggest you actively ask tor reviews via an Auto Action.		We suggest you actively ask tor reviews via an Auto Action.

	=Communicate proactively=		==Communicate proactively==
	Use Auto Actions to give your guests relevant information at any stage of their stay.		Use Auto Actions to give your guests relevant information at any stage of their stay.

	About a week before check-in guests start thinking about their arrival. Send them a message informing how the check-in works and if they will need additional information when they will receive them.		About a week before check-in guests start thinking about their arrival. Send them a message informing how the check-in works and if they will need additional information when they will receive them.

	=Check your listing regularly=		==Check your listing regularly==
	To stay on top you should actively manage your listings. These are the key tasks you should perform on a regular basis:		To stay on top you should actively manage your listings. These are the key tasks you should perform on a regular basis: