Do you offer a parking spot to your guests?

[Alex]

Hello everyone, Alex here.👋

We all know that guests can arrive at your accommodation in many different ways. For those arriving by taxi, it’s easy for them because they don’t need to worry about where to park. But for those arriving at your listing by car, do you offer parking?

We have hosts from all kinds of areas, from bustling city centers to remote and quiet places, each with different advantages and characteristics!

One question that often arises from guests is about parking... I would love to know how you all handle it! 

Is this information clearly mentioned in your listing, or do you wait until the booking is completed to communicate it? 🗣️

Do you provide a parking spot on your property, or do you recommend nearby parking options?

We look forward to your thoughts and any tips on how to manage parking!🅿️

Whether you have parking or not, please share your opinions and thoughts in the comments!

Best regards,

Alex

[June-Anne0]

We are a farm - 100% on using car to arrive. We offer larger barnyard (gravel) to park in plus a 2 car garage in the  house. Itis advantage when having living off highway. 

[Alex]

Hello @June-Anne0!

Thank you for sharing your personal example with us. This is great! Apart from driving, how do other guests without cars arrive at your accommodation? 🏡

[Kremena9]

Hi Alex, 

The location of my appartement is in a resort close to the beach with many other hotels so parking spots are paid.

It is important to mention this explicitly in the listing so that the guests know what to expect. Unless the parking price will be absorbed in the price, but that would be unfair for the guests who do not arrive by car.

[Alex]

Hi @Kremena9, 

Thank you for sharing this valuable experience. From what I can see, you communicate a lot with your guests so they don't get false hope about the parking situation, and this is great for you as a host. 🤗 Are there any possibilities nearby for free parking? 🅿️

Best, 

Alex

[Kremena9]

Hi @Alex

Thanks for your kind reply. 
Unfortunately it is a resort area so there are not enough parking spots. Therefore they are paid.

But at the property’s parking, there is also surveillance and assistance so it is a good arrangement for the guests.

[Laura466]

We manage more than 70 listings on Airbnb, each one of them have highlighted the parking options, street parking, paid parking, or no parking. 

It is something who could bring more bookings or not, but it is better to keep it clear on your listing or cancellations, bad reviews will be happening because of it. 

[Julie6621]

Hi Alex

Our Airbnb is in a rural location with loads of parking available at front and rear of property so not an issue. We're very lucky I guess. 

If I was looking to stay at an Airbnb I must admit parking is pretty high on my wish list so would look for information on this straight away. It could potentially be a deal breaker for me but everyone has different priorities.

I think it's a good idea to give honest information to manage expectations. 

Hope this helps 

[Laurell7]

I ensure that all of my properties include parking, with the number of spaces based on how many guests the home sleeps. In some areas, it’s required, but no matter the location, it’s always a nice convenience for guests. While parking may not always be expected, especially in busy cities where people rely on public transportation/Uber..it’s always a nice perk. 

[Kevin3694]

I have had multiple guests specifically ask about the parking accommodations, so clearly it’s an amenity which can attract more bookings. Furthermore, this is a great way to set a good first impression of the home. You don’t want your guest arriving to your home late at night and be forced to park far away because all the parking spots are taken.

[Jenny2149]

Hi Alex,

We have undercover parking at our condo as well as EV Charging. We have it mentioned in our listing.

[JD29]

Yes, we have reinvested part of Airbnb payout to enlarge and pave our driveway to accommodate up to 3 guests' cars. So there are 3 free parking spots, making guests' check-in a breeze to load/unload their luggage. 

[Lori4053]

My vacation home is a river front property so the house in on stilts, so the already large parking area in front of the home extends under the house.  We have one spot taken up with a kayak trailer and lawn mower, but the rest is open.  Parking is listed in amenities. This is a new property for me and when I posted I forgot to take a pic of that side of the house showing all the parking space.  We also have full RV hook ups listed in amenities, so stands to reason plenty of parking.  I will definitely add a pic of the parking space. 

[Janet1574]

Hi Alex. I certainly do offer  ample parking to my guests. However, I can only offer one covered parking spot. 

[Alvarina1]

Hello, yes I offer guest parking 

[Lea3411]

Hi Alex,

Lea here from NZ. We have street parking in front of our property, but in saying that we will certainly accommodate guests to drive down the end of the driveway in front of Our Hotel California and load their luggage into their accommodation. We also will have in the past if guests are very particular about their vehicle allowed them to park right in front of their accommodation. We have a boat parked down the back and caravan so we need access  at all times. Our neighborhood is very quiet and plenty of street parking available so guests usually have no problem with the parking arrangements.

cheers Lea