Each traveler has a unique style and budget when it comes to renting a home. With over 3 million properties in over 200 countries, Airbnb is the world’s most popular vacation rental platform.
Following the coronavirus pandemic, more people are opting to stay in short-term rentals. This is a great alternative to staying in a hotel or a restaurant. This is mostly and importantly because of the personal attention given to the rental guests, which increases their chances of achieving most of what they need while on their trip. Here are five ways to find the best Airbnb studio as you plan your trip.
- Cleanliness
Pictures speak thousands of words, and the pictures of the short-term rentals you look through should exude a clean environment along with well placed, and sourced furnishings. One outstandingly clean item would be the bedcovers and pillows as they show in pictures. Are they white? If so, then that is a positive pointer.
Look for the cleaning policy of hosts via their websites, or on the listings you are going through. Better still, they should have steps they are taking to protect their guests against the virus. These will indicate thorough hosts.
2. Reserve your choice studio way in advance
Because spots fill up quickly, be sure you get the one you want when you want it.
This is standard travel advice in most cases, but it is especially true when staying at an Airbnb. Unlike a hotel, which may have hundreds of comparable rooms, Airbnb listings are typically one-of-a-kind, which means the best ones book up quickly.
The hosts get to choose how far they want to go, and they tend to have cheaper deals for early bookers. Cheap deals will ensure you select the studio Airbnb of your dreams for the most affordable price.
3. Examine Airbnb studios that fit your price range
Airbnb studios can range from great bargains to outrageously pricey. Because the host sets the charges, they can vary greatly. As a result, you’ll frequently come across houses that appear to be identical yet are advertised at drastically different prices.
Keep in mind that rental costs aren’t always a good indicator of property quality, and they are also determined by location and quality of the place you plan to visit. So make sure to look at a variety of options.
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4. Check for new listings
Stay away from booking if you’ve missed the window to book far in advance but still have some time to deal with before your trip.
As soon as a new listing is added to the database, it is marked as such. A good possibility of finding the perfect home is if you keep an eye out for new listings over the course of several weeks. Newly listed homes are sometimes offered at a discount by the owners.
5. Be keen on cancellation policies
Travelers may be hesitant to fully commit to a trip right now, but they may also want to at least schedule something and make changes later.
As long as your reservation hasn’t started yet (check-in period has gone), this policy won’t apply to you.
Booking regulations on Airbnb vary as greatly as the prices they charge. Some properties accept cancellations up to 14 days in advance with little or no penalty, while others may only provide a 50% refund after 48 hours. If you’re making a reservation, it’s important to read the fine print carefully.
6. Check Availability
It’s always worth checking the availability calendar for studios that seem like they’d be a good deal. As a result, you’ll know how competitive the listing is and how important it is for you to make a decision, based on whether or not other renters have already reserved the property.
Renters who agree with you on a studio’s price and availability are likely to agree with you on the opposite side.
Airbnb will also provide you some pointers. As soon as you search for a certain property, a banner is displayed on the listing. As an exception, new listings will typically feature a wide-open calendar.
7. Reviews don’t lie
As with any other property, service, or restaurant, it’s crucial to read the reviews from other customers before making a booking decision. Keep in mind what motivated the guest to submit a poor review, and whether or not that situation could also apply to you.
It’s not uncommon for a new listing to lack ratings, but if the host has many listings, you can examine their reviews.
Aside from the reviews, travelers can also provide advice for future visitors. Questions concerning the property, logistics, and even suggestions for things to do in the vicinity may be answered here. When it comes to the upcoming weeks and months, this may be especially crucial because reviews can provide signals as to what to expect when it comes to clean studios.
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