What’s your top tip for hosting guests traveling for work?

[Elisa]

 

Hello everyone 😊,
I hope you’re having a great week!

Hosting guests who travel for work offers unique opportunities and challenges. These guests often value comfort, convenience, and a quiet environment where they can relax after a busy day.

Providing reliable Wi-Fi or a dedicated workspace can make a huge difference. Thoughtful touches like a coffee station or local restaurant recommendations also enhance their stay. 

What’s your top tip for hosting guests traveling for work?

I’m looking forward to reading your thoughts!

Warm regards,
Elisa 🌻

[Caroline3059]

I actually learned a few things from guests that shared what they were looking for while on a job in the area.  
Taking their lead, I then rearranged pics on my listing to showcase in different rooms  where a workspace can pop up.  I have excellent WiFi even outside on the veranda with a Mountain View.  Also some folks want a space to relax after a long day , so show your jacuzzi or pool and premium bathing products .  Well stocked premium coffee and tea nook.  I sourced large 38 oz Italian glass bottles restaurants use and made custom labels describing my endless clean water R/O , ground aquifer water from our well.  
I spend about $20 on each guest with a welcome tray sourced for them with healthy snacks they can take on the go.  
I get repeated comments about the little things that make their stay great!  So think about the little things like small candy dishes with Hershey kisses or starburst in a few places.  

[Elisa]

Hi @Caroline3059 😊, 

Thank you for sharing such a great point of view!

The bottles of water are so inspiring. 😍 

Why did you choose the one from Italy? I’m really curious.

[Caroline3059]

Amazon $17 @Elisa . A bottle. 
they look like the bottles used at a lot of nice restaurant to pour tap water . 
my home made label makes it special to the town and area .  
I had one guest take it home thinking it was part of welcome goodies .. lol. 😂. I didn’t charge we laughed about it then I added a “this is not a gift” to the label 

[Elisa]

Hi @Caroline3059 😊, 

Thank you for letting me know!

That’s such a great job you did for your guests. Have they said anything about it?

Do you have a picture of the homemade label? It would be wonderful to see it. 😍

[Greystone0]

Hi @Elisa ,

A place to park a horse trailer! A spot to 'tune' racing skis! A place to hang skis! A safe place to park an expensive racing bikes! A place for gear!  Our heated garage turns into a highly relevant amenity that allows us to help address these ideas.

Guests who are traveling to Lake Placid New York for work  include coaches who have teams or athletes participating in a local sporting event or to train their athletes.  They also need excellent WIFI and a place to sit with their laptop.

So our working guests are a little different but also need the standard desk, internet, etc.

We also get the 'work from home' version of travelers and we have lots of great places to take a zoom call or get after email. This works well for all of the above obviously and includes: a desk with an office chair, monitor and view on the main floor; another desk in a bedroom to shut the door; and a third desk in the loft.

Happy traveling!

[Elisa]

Hi @Greystone0 😊, 

Thank you for joining the conversation.

That’s funny, ahah!

Do you welcome many guests who work at the same time?

What was the most unusual request you’ve received from them?

Happy hosting!

[Debra180]

Hello @Elisa  snd fellow hosts!!

My property boasts a top 1% ranking on Airbnb.   Guests visiting for business often seek ways to unwind and de-stress after a long day of work. To enhance their experience, I offer a curated list of fitness centers with daily access, rejuvenating spas, and some of the finest dining options in the area.  

Debra

[Elisa]

Hi @Debra180 😊, 

Thank you for sharing this here!

That’s a fantastic idea. Do you include everything in a welcome book, or do you present it to your guests in person?

[Debra180]

Both. 

[Elisa]

Thank you for letting me know! 😊

Do you have a digital version of the book?

[Alexia-Lucette0]

Bonjour Elisa 

Je suis du même avis que les autres pour un petit coin café. Rafraissement ou collation à l’arrivée et être joignable durant le séjour. Bien sûr, le logement se doit d’être propre, paisible et fonctionnel.

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Hello Elisa,

I agree with the others about a little coffee corner. Refreshments or snacks on arrival and being contactable during the stay. Of course, the accommodation must be clean, peaceful, and functional.

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[Elisa]

Hi @Alexia-Lucette0 😊, 

Thank you for commenting here.

Those are important points, I agree as well. Do you provide this to your guests too?