Ways To Save On Airbnb

Ways To Save On Airbnb

    We all know how difficult travelling on a budget can be. With hidden fees on many platforms getting you after you have put in your credit card information, or the cleaning fee that you "must pay" after your stay… (https://community.withairbnb.com/t5/Help-with-your-business/Fees-and-hidden-charges-are-becoming-an-issue/td-p/1465249). Finding a proper place to stay can be dwindling. Finding an app that lets you see every single payment is crucial in ensuring that you and your loved ones don’t have to sacrifice a limb just to have a place to sleep. I used to book all the time on random budgeting websites thinking… "I have cracked the code, I got the best accommodation for a fraction of the price for no catch whatsoever!!" or so I thought. Turns out my "budget accommodations" were not so cheap. On more than one occasion, I would show up to my beautiful accommodation to a bed with no sheets and a bathroom with no toilet paper. While that may be doable for many, I never thought I would need to bring my own linens let alone toilet paper, while travel companies never mention it prior to booking, the "cheapness" of it all lies in the extra fees. Apps that let users know everything that they will be getting for the price they are paying should be normal of course, but unfortunately it is not always the case. And many of them are not always the most "user friendly". Throughout this blog, I will be showing you the tips and tricks of the well known accommodation app Airbnb so you, your friends and family can show up to any accommodation and not have to worry about the little things. 

• If you’re looking to narrow down the list of available options due to your specific conditions, Airbnb might be the place for you. Addressing these options seems like an interesting way for people to thoroughly understand how the platform works, and if they seem convinced to be a customer. Price range? Value for your dollar? Long-stay discount? What is your number one priority?

• The app has many filters to do this, Airbnb understands that their are users who travel on a budget, and providing the correct options on the platform allow them to be a hub for budget travellers allow with people who have no budget (https://www.airbnb.ca/help/article/479#:~:text=Search%20filters%20are%20a%20great,to%20help%20target%20your%20search.): (Use the Filters!) Allowing the company to maximize their target audience to everyone that needs to book somewhere to stay.  For this blog specifically, I will be able to dissect and explain ways for budget travellers to correctly use Airbnb for their best value for money stay.


List of Ways To Save:

  1. Price Breakdown: Review the price breakdown, these breakdowns will provide the price per night, airbnb service fee, cleaning fee and taxes. A way to avoid certain fees that can be hidden. 
  2. Private Rooms or Shared Spaces: If you don’t mind sharing a home on your stay to save money, you can book a private room or guest house for a fraction of the cost it would be to book an entire home.
  3. Long-Term Stay Discounts: Some hosts on Airbnb will offer a long term stay discount that can result in a cheaper price than if you were to book multiple different stays. (https://www.airbnb.ca/resources/hosting-homes/a/setting-a-price-for-longer-stays-379)
  4. Platform Filters: The main filter to find a stay in your budget is the price range filter, this allows you to view the homes or rooms for your maximum amount you’d like to spend.
  5. Out of Season Months: Every destination has their peak months, holidays or occasions that allow for inflation of booking prices. Finding out when these times are for your specific destination are key to save great amounts of money on your stay. (https://community.withairbnb.com/t5/Support-with-your-bookings/Advice-on-renting-during-summer-months/m-p/1941551) : Read from a hosts perspective to understand the process!


Having the opportunity to experience the world should never be taxing, emotionally or on your wallet. With many platforms adding hidden fees and requirements, it can be difficult to enjoy your time in another area. Understanding how to navigate websites and apps such as Airbnb is crucial so you can get the best stay for the best price. Making sure that you have a good time in and out of your accommodation should be priority #1 and making sure you are getting all of the facts is another. Apps like Airbnb allow users to have ease in making sure that they are getting everything they are paying for. By reading this blog, you should now have all the information you need in making sure you get the most value for navigating the Airbnb website! (https://www.airbnb.ca/)


Through the tips and tricks provided, are you more inclined to use Airbnb for your next stay? If not, what are other platforms you suggest that you think is better? Provide your answers in the comments! Happy travelling!





























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