5 Staging Tips That Increased My Airbnb Bookings by 40%

When I first listed my rental on Airbnb, I thought having a clean space was enough. I was wrong. After months of mediocre bookings, I discovered that professional staging makes all the difference.

Why Staging Matters for STR

Guests book with their eyes first. In a sea of listings, your photos need to stand out. Here's what I learned:

The 5 Strategies That Worked

1. The "Hotel Lobby" Entry

First impressions happen at the door. I added:

• A quality doormat
• A small console table with fresh flowers
• Good lighting (no dark corners)

2. Neutral Base, Bold Accents

I painted everything in warm whites and added color through:

• Throw pillows
• Artwork
• Plants

3. The "Instagram Corner"

Every room now has one photogenic spot guests love to share. This generates free marketing through social media.

4. Layered Lighting

Three types of lighting in every room:

1. Ambient (overhead)
2. Task (reading lamps)
3. Accent (candles, string lights)

5. The Luxury Bathroom Upgrade

Small investments, big impact:

• White fluffy towels
• Quality soap dispensers
• A real plant

Results After 3 Months

• 40% increase in bookings
• $25 higher nightly rate
• 4.9 star average rating (up from 4.6)

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