How do you target and attract your customers?

Do you rent out your accommodation on Airbnb or a similar platform, but don’t have enough bookings to your liking? Your accommodation has its own strengths, and you might want to think about setting yourself apart from the competition by targeting only certain traveler profiles!

To help you fill your booking calendar, your ad needs to be attractive, both in terms of the photos and the description of your accommodation.

We’ve identified the different profiles of travellers and their search criteria, and we’ve put together some tips and tricks to help you win them over!

They travel on business for short stays. Price is not their priority (as they are often paid by their companies), but they are very demanding when it comes to the practical aspects of your home. They are looking forefficiency and concentration during their stay.

Their main criteria are :

• A location in the city center or close to their meeting place
• A parking space for their trips (or proximity to public transport)
• A high-performance wifi connection
• Flexible arrival and departure times

Our tips for seducing them:

• Take the iron out of the cupboard
• Arrange hangers for suits and costumes
• Make coffee and tea available
• Free up workspace (adapted desk or table)

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Getaways, weekends, vacations: their availability is extremely varied.
They intend to spend some time together. As a result, they seekprivacy.
Your trump card for seduction will be romance!

Their main criteria are :

• Peaceful, idyllic accommodation with a cocooning atmosphere!
• A pleasant setting (beautiful view, romantic city)
• A spacious, comfortable double bed

Our tips for seducing them:

• Decorate your rooms with plants and flowers
• Offer a welcome bottle and/or chocolates
• Offer toiletries (bath balls, moisturizers, etc.).
• Provide candles and accessories for a candlelight dinner
• Specify the address of your bakery for breakfast in bed

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Families with children travel mainly during the school vacations, for longer periods. Their aim is to have a good time, enjoy outdoor activities and get some rest! These travelers have to plan well in advance, and their trip leaves no room for the unexpected!

Their main criteria are :

• A secure home adapted to the different members of the family
• Things to do in the area
• Children’s equipment (crib, high chair, etc.)
• Sufficient living space (large kitchen, dining room…)

Our tips for seducing them:

• Indicate in advance the availability of your accommodation
• List all your equipment (parking, washing machine, dishwasher, children’s equipment, etc.).
• Offer indoor and outdoor games (soccer balls, board games, etc.)
• Invest in a TV (so parents can nap in peace!)
• Advise your travellers on what to do in your area

Would you like to see an example of housing adapted to this target group?

They travel on different occasions, for weekends or longer stays. If their turbulence can scare you, some sites like Airbnb include insurance to cover possible damage. Find out more in advance and hand over the keys to your home without fear !

Their main criteria are :

• Flexibility (we know how difficult it is to reconcile everyone’s schedules and desires!).
• Entertainment (sports or thrill-seeking activities, nightlife, nearby pool or sea in summer)
• Convenient access (nearby city center, public transport or car parking)
• A large living space for spending time together

Our tips for seducing them:

• Allow last-minute bookings or free cancellations
• Highlight your city’s activities
• For the more courageous, allow parties in your home if your neighbors allow it!

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You now have everything you need to target, interest and satisfy your guests.

To accompany them during their stay, remember to write your welcome booklet with all the information they’ll need (wifi code, good addresses, digicode, useful numbers, things to do…).

You can use StyQR to create your own free digital welcome booklet. All your tenants have to do is scan the QR code placed in a decorative frame. StyQR lets youadapt the style of your welcome booklet to your clientele, thanks to a range of wallpapers.

Finally, don’t forget that a satisfied customer is a customer who will recommend you and is likely to come back!