Please critique my listing - I’m struggling with getting bookings

[Liudmila31]

I’m struggling with getting bookings on my Airbnb listing despite having few good reviews yet.  Can someone provide tips on optimizing the listing for better visibility and booking rates?

🌟 Listing link: Home in Norcross · 1 bedroom · 1 bed · 1 shared bath

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[Ivana61]

Dear Ludmila, 1st of all I think you need description. If I come to stay with you I need to find out more information from your description, I need to understand what I can use, what not, what I can expect, location, interaction with the host. Second, photos needs to have an explanation. Also, only from your listing it is hard to see what is going on in your neighbourhood. What other hosts offer, is your pricing policy good enough, length of the stay and similar. Check out your community and become desirable. Also, I think for a new listing it is good to have discount to get at least first 3 reviews. Good luck.

[Gregory694]

I think you need to warm your place up a little more with a little more furniture, a couple of antique pieces would be nice, just for accent pieces.

Maybe a few more pictures and decorations on the walls, just to give it some character, I think you need more Photos, and show the outside of the house and the backyard as well.

[Heather2003]

Hi! Beautiful space, but I would consider adding small  stands/tables to the sides of the bed. A space where guests can place their glasses, electronics, etc. As they climb into bed. 

Also, if you add a bed tray showing off a bottle of water or a rolled towel, could bring in a touch of warmth and hospitality.  

Good luck! 

[Jane3782]

Your photos show a lovely place.  I would be more specific about what the shared spaces are.  Do they have refrigerator space and can they cook?  How far are you from Atlanta? From grocery stores?  What outdoor and/or recreational features are in the area?  Do they have Wi-Fi acess?  (Many people like to work while travelling.)

[Gloria25]

@Liudma31  Your place looks nice and clean. I agree with others on needing professional photos with different angles of the rooms to have guests be more attracted to the space. You can make the room look a bit more cozier with adding some window treatments, a side table with a lamp. Under amenities, you may want to be add more things such as towels, maybe a hairdryer. I also noticed hot water not included? You may want to uncheck that as I don’t think anyone likes cold showers.. 😣 

Also, adding a description of your neighborhood, like what makes it a place to visit. Think about what would make you want to stay in your place. Restaurants, Convention centers, close to your downtown area? Hope this helps. Feel free to check out my listing as it’s a private room in a shared home.😊 Good luck! 

[Jean-and-Karl0]

You have many great ideas from the community. I think some people like white, gray, black but maybe add just a pop of color somewhere (keep it simple but welcoming). 

[Paula]

Hello @Liudmila31, 👋

Wow, there are so many great suggestions from our Hosts in this thread.

We’d love to hear your thoughts on which changes you plan to implement once you’ve had a chance to review them.

Looking forward to hearing from you 🌟

[Goli11]

Better photos!

[Holly742]

Initial feedback at first glance would be better pics to show off the space, having hot water and reconsidering “family friendly” for a listing that hosts 2 guests. 

[Jaradgon0]

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1. The name of the accommodation does not clearly explain the highlights or location, such as whether it is near the airport or a tourist attraction or an important place, so that customers know that it meets the purpose of their stay.

2. The accommodation photos are not sharp. The accommodation is very beautiful, but the condition can be improved. The picture is the most important thing. The picture must sell itself, for example, show that the TV has Netflix and the bedroom has necessary equipment. 

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[Hannah1339]

I’m not sure how long have you been hosting, I personally have been in Airbnb for about 6 years on and off, started from helping with my friends listings to hosting by myself, I have to say overall it’s a lot slower than for example 3 or 5 years ago, you are not alone there! And sad thing is only takes one bad review to kill your listing (I really really want to share the entire conversation between me and a recent bad review 😂 a classic example of how people make multiple bookings just to get refund and leave bad reviews… 

[Gulmira3]

Здравствуйте! Думаю что отсутствие горячей воды - самый проблематичный момент. Также у вас очень красивая и аккуратная квартира, но соглашусь со многими: не хватает освещенности. 

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Hello! I think that the lack of hot water is the most problematic moment. Also, you have a very beautiful and neat apartment, but I agree with many: there is not enough lighting

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[Hardik-Arvindbhai0]

Hi,

First, Put outdoor photo, I believe it must be beautiful, and it gives an instant homely touch compared to a hotel.

Second, Description is just one line, not enough.  you can use ChatGPT to get something descriptive. Tell it to generate 100 words good description for a nice beautiful house in <your town>, etc.

Third, I strongly believe people like to have the whole house to themselves compared to shared rooms (my personal opinion and it is working for my listing). So What I would do is: if there is a 3 bedroom house, i will list it as 3 separate listings: 3 BR Full house, 2BR Full house, and 1BR  Full house and all calendar linked. so one is booked, all are blocked, no sharing among guests, or you can manually block them too. 

Last, compare pricing to nearby hotels, e.g. what guests will save, specially if they are in groups.  So family of 4 are saving a lot in a house compared to 2 hotel rooms, so calculate based on your area hotels and adjust price like that.  Use all discount/promotion options. 

Hope it helps.

[James4372]

@Liudmila31 I didn't think the pictures looked terrible, but I do agree they could be better with more lighting(open the window blinds, turn on all lights, etc)

One thing that I noticed that I didn't see anyone else post, is the max capacity of 2 guests. That really limits your possibilities. I would suggest changing out the couch with a pull out bed(hide-a-bed), and also offer a nice inflatable queen air bed and electric pump. Keep the air bed in the closet and if the guests want/need it, they can set it up and make the bed. This would allow you to sleep 6. It wouldnt be often these would be used, but the fact that you are able to accommodate more, will naturally book you more.

[Goldi-D-O-O-0]

Dear @Liudmila31 

Some great photos will do the magic. Also if you are just in the beginning maybe put some "special" offer out - so you attract new guests and get new reviews. 🙂 Maybe check your listing if you marked everything that you offer.

And be patient - you have a beautiful apartment, and with small changes the guests will come.

Enjoy your day

Špela