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Karyn27
Level 1
Auckland, New Zealand

Google Maps

Hi,

 

I want my property to come up when people search for accommodation, Wellington on google maps. Just photos, phone numbers, virtual tour etc.  Is it OK / possible to add in the airbnb website link on the details that show up on google maps as well? I just wanted to check it wasn't against any policies? And also to see if it is possible as well before I delve into it.

 

Thanks

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Cor3
Level 10
Langerak, South Holland, Netherlands

Hi @Marit-Anne0,

 

No, It's for free, and it's called: Google MyBusiness.

Just create a free account and follow the steps (it will require verification at the address - by postal mail).

And when it doesn't work after the verification, then just message Google (Also to be found in Google MyBusiness).

Just have a look at 'my landmark': Encosta da Orada CE, Rua José Ramos Pimenta, Albufeira, Portugal

Or just search for: Encosta da Orada CE on Google Maps.

I've linked my Airbnb listing to this landmark on Google Maps.

It works pretty well, as potential guests can look up travel information, etc.

 

@Karyn27,

 

External links will be surpressed in your Airbnb listing.

But you can link from any other site, to your listing (As we have done, from Google Maps).

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Marzena4
Level 10
Kraków, Poland

Hello @Karyn27. Possibly it will be masked [hidden URL] because Airbnb doesn't allow external links.

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Karyn27
Level 1
Auckland, New Zealand

Would this be an external link if it linked to airbnb site as opposed to from it?  I am new to it all so have no idea at the moment.  Thanks

 

Marit-Anne0
Level 10
Bergen, Norway

@Karyn27

You can adjust your settings to allow your place to show in google search.  For a show directly on google maps I do not know exactly, but I think you would need a paid business account.

Cor3
Level 10
Langerak, South Holland, Netherlands

Hi @Marit-Anne0,

 

No, It's for free, and it's called: Google MyBusiness.

Just create a free account and follow the steps (it will require verification at the address - by postal mail).

And when it doesn't work after the verification, then just message Google (Also to be found in Google MyBusiness).

Just have a look at 'my landmark': Encosta da Orada CE, Rua José Ramos Pimenta, Albufeira, Portugal

Or just search for: Encosta da Orada CE on Google Maps.

I've linked my Airbnb listing to this landmark on Google Maps.

It works pretty well, as potential guests can look up travel information, etc.

 

@Karyn27,

 

External links will be surpressed in your Airbnb listing.

But you can link from any other site, to your listing (As we have done, from Google Maps).

according to google 

The following businesses aren’t eligible for a business listing:

  • Rental or for-sale properties, such as holiday homes, show homes or vacant apartments. 

Hi @Cor3 ,

 

May i ask why business category you registered your business under in Google MyBusiness?