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

[Jenny2149]

It is a gated community so we provide them with they access code. We do not meet them personally. 

[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. 

[Alex]

This was probably one of your best investments, @JD29! 

Did you notice a positive change in your bookings? 🏡

[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. 

[Alex]

Hello @Lori4053, 

Thank you so much for participating in the conversation! 

Yes! I think that including a picture of the parking space will help a lot! When are you planning on adding this into your listing? 📸

[Lori4053]

@Alex The river my home is on just had a major flood and it’s going to take a couple of weeks at least to get everything cleaned up and back repairs made. Once we get things ready to rent again I will add pics of parking area

[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 

[Jeffrey849]

We try too. In the winter, there is no street parking, so we have to juggle, figuring out which of the family members have to leave as soon as possible. So far, it hasn't been a big deal, but we have learned that our guests' needs are continuously evolving.

[Joscelyne0]

Parking is available for guests.

Guests can park in driveway. 

I do mention if it’s a gated area, has a guard, or surveillance cameras.

if any restrictions I would explain with example : Only one car per booking. Cost it’s free. 

Additional  Notes: Please use the remote control to open the gate, or Do not block other residents’ spaces.

Best,

Joscelyne V. 

[Kenny312]

Hi @Alex,

I host a full private home, and guests have access to both the driveway and the garage for their parking needs at no additional cost. I make sure to clearly mention this in my listing so guests know upfront that they’ll have a secure and convenient place to park.

I’ve found that providing this information ahead of time helps guests plan better and adds to their overall experience. Happy to hear how other hosts handle this as well!

Best,
Kenny

[Joseph1750]

Hi Alex. 

I'm hosting in a rural part of Ireland. We offer a full house and  because of its location it is car dependent. We offer private parking on the property. We have plenty of space with parking for six or seven vehicles. 

joe

[Laurence1314]

We have two car park spaces - essential as the vast majority of our guests arrive by car !

[Jenay1]

We have driveway parking for guests.