How can i improve my bookings for my listings?

[Grand-Imperial0]

Hi, i am a host for months now and booking are kinda hard for me to get for my 4 listings. Any advice to improve occupancy rate and booking numbers? Thank you.

[Elisa]

Hi @Grand-Imperial0 😊. 
Welcome to the community center and thank you for asking this question here!

How was the situation before? 

To get better help from our host community, I recommend requesting a listing critique. This will help you understand why you're not receiving bookings.

If you're interested, just check out this article ‌👉‌ How to ask for listing critique on the Community Center. 

[Mosudi0]

Hey , I totally understand how frustrating this can be — I was in a similar spot not long ago and was worried about getting flagged or suspended too.

What really helped me was getting support from someone who understands how to stay compliant while still improving visibility and marketing. I didn’t even realize how much I was doing wrong until they helped me fix it.

I’m happy to connect you with the expert I used. They don’t do anything shady or spammy, just real strategies that work within Airbnb’s guidelines. Feel free to message him on Facebook here: **. and I’ll point you in the right direction and make sure you tell him you are from me because he said to me that everybody I bring to him will get a discount.

Hope this helps a bit — I know how stressful it gets when your hosting is on the line!

**[Link removed in line with the Community Center Guidelines] - Please note that it is not allowed to advertise on the Community Center. 

[Helen3]

Please stop spamming our community @Mosudi0 

you have no listings attached to your profile and your posts all focus on promoting this so called expert.

surely if this so called expert was so great you would actually have five star listings with SH status .

[Ruby-Ann3]

Hi @Grand-Imperial0,

Thanks for sharing, you're definitely not alone in feeling this. Booking slowdowns can be frustrating, especially when you're putting so much care into your listings. Here are a few strategies that might help boost your occupancy and attract more guests:

1. Refresh Your Listings for Visibility
Sometimes a small tweak can make a big difference. Try updating your titles and first photo to better highlight what makes each space unique. Think about what guests are searching for, whether it's “peaceful stay near nature,” “family-friendly with fast Wi-Fi,” or “perfect for remote work.”

2. Audit Your Photos and Descriptions
Make sure your photos are bright, high-resolution, and tell a story. Guests often book based on emotion, so help them imagine themselves enjoying the space. Your description should be clear, warm, and answer common questions upfront.

3. Optimize Your Pricing Strategy
Check how your rates compare to similar listings in your area. Tools like Airbnb’s Smart Pricing can help, but manual adjustments based on seasonality, local events, or competitor trends can be even more effective.

4. Target Specific Guest Types
Are your listings ideal for digital nomads, couples, families, or long-term stays? Tailor your amenities and messaging to speak directly to those groups. For example, offering a monthly discount or highlighting a dedicated workspace can attract remote workers.

5. Encourage Reviews and Social Proof
If you’ve hosted guests who had a great experience but didn’t leave a review, consider sending a kind follow-up message. Reviews build trust and help your listings stand out.

If you’d like, I’d be happy to take a closer look at one of your listings and offer more tailored suggestions. You're clearly committed to making this work, and that dedication goes a long way. Let’s get those bookings flowing again!

[Helen3]

You can look at @Grand-Imperial0 listings by clicking on their profile and provide your feedback here. @Ruby-Ann3 

But as you're not a host and have no listings I wonder how you have the experience and knowledge to do so?

anyone can use AI to create generic advice such as that you have in your post but to provide proper advice you need the expertise that only an experienced host can give.

[Lorna170]

@Grand-Imperial0   Diversify.  If you want heads in beds, advertise in multiple ways.  Local realtors, other platforms.

[Lorina14 · Accepted solution]

@Grand-Imperial0 

I took a look at your listings and you may want to go to the amenities section and check that the correct amenities are selected. I understand you are in the Philippines so may not need heating in your space, but maybe suggesting that in the write up will help guests understand that it is not a necessity in your area.

I also noticed a few of your listings do not have the essentials provided (towels, bedding, soap) - I see in the pics they are provided so you may have forgot to check that box.

A carbon monoxide monitor is easy to provide and while many countries don’t require it, there have been stories about it killing some tourists on vacations in the Caribbean or Mexico so it may be a good investment to put in your units and another amenity that you provide (they are relatively inexpensive). 

You can mention in the write up that you have a clothes laundry hanger to air dry clothes as in our country most people don’t have dryers and air dry their clothes. 

Also your new listing doesn’t have a detailed write up like your others. You may have this in the works but adding more helps.

I also noticed that the neighborhood description was not filled out, having common attractions and the distance and walking/transit/driving times are helpful. Mentioning how close one is to a grocery store or a beach is also helpful. 

I didn’t check to see if you are offering a new discount (20% off first 3 bookings or first month whichever is sooner) helps one to get more pole and more reviews in to help with ratings. You can also do a special offer to promote unfilled days.

Make sure you check if your prices are in alignment with your area and amenities offered. 

And also like @Lorna170 mentioned, you can diversify with local realtors, or consider other platforms so if you have an issue on one and are working it out and blocked from accepting reservations on that platform, you will not be losing potential bookings. Do realize that if you link calendars between platforms (like many hosts do to prevent double bookings) this could potentially lower your visibility on the Airbnb platform (I’ve read about this on the CC as well). 

Let us know how it works out.