In the low season, I thought I would try Airbnb's new "Non-refundable" option, allowing for a 10% discount for choosing the non-refundable option.
It makes administration more complex, but I thought it would be an easy was to discount.
I have now discovered that this option is not marketed to prospective guests. It is only offered at check-out.
I does not give me a competitive edge over other hosts who do to choosed this offer 😞
I have now simplified and rescinded this offer.
Why does Airbnb do it this way? Airlines reel you in with restrictive fares first. Why is Airbnb marketing this option later in the process? I usually think Airbnb are smart marketers, but ....
Anyone have a theory? Am I missing something?