{"id":33912,"date":"2024-05-01T09:13:03","date_gmt":"2024-05-01T09:13:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/54.247.233.135\/?p=33912"},"modified":"2026-07-17T10:57:00","modified_gmt":"2026-07-17T10:57:00","slug":"request-to-book-what-are-booking-requests-and-can-you-use-them-to-earn-more-high-value-bookings-in-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rentalsunited.com\/es\/blog\/request-to-book-what-are-booking-requests-and-can-you-use-them-to-earn-more-high-value-bookings-in-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"Request to Book: What are Booking Requests, and can you use them to earn more high-value bookings in 2024?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a luxury property manager, you need a high degree of control over who views and books your properties.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019re looking for a certain kind of guest. You have to screen them, verify their credentials, and ensure they meet the high standards of your luxury accommodations.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But you don\u2019t have to sacrifice conversions and revenue for that to happen.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With the Request to Book feature\u2014now available on major OTA\u2019s like Airbnb, Vrbo and Booking.com\u2014the potential guest can send a reservation proposal. Instead of instantly booking a property.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So you have the flexibility to accept or decline the request. Without worrying about paying a cancellation fee. Or risking bad guests, damages to the property, and negative reviews that could harm your reputation.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this blog, you\u2019ll read about how the Request to Book feature works. And how it helps you diversify your income stream while still showing your property to the right people.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019ll also discuss some recent findings on high-value bookings made through OTAs that might surprise you. And encourage you to experience the benefits of OTAs for yourself.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-are-booking-requests\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Are Booking Requests?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When making a booking request, a potential guest sends an inquiry to the host. This often includes:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Their reason for traveling<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Who they\u2019re traveling with\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What they love about the space\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Agreeing to property rules and payment terms (like acknowledging that they\u2019ll be charged for any damages to the rental)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They then pick their desired dates and submit a request through the platform\u2019s booking system.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you receive this request, the ball\u2019s in your court. You can go over their profile and see if they\u2019re suitable. Then, you have the flexibility to approve or decline their request.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The time you have to respond to the request varies between platforms. But it\u2019s usually 24 hours. If you don\u2019t respond to the request in that time, it\u2019s automatically declined.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"which-channels-offer-request-to-book\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Which Channels Offer Request to Book?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Request to Book was previously most commonly found on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rentalsunited.com\/blog\/luxury-vacation-rental-websites\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">specialist luxury channels<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Like Villa Finder, Smiling House, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rentalsunited.com\/blog\/kid-coe-luxury-family-travel\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kid &amp; Coe<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But in the last few years, major OTA\u2019s have taken note of its potential for luxury properties.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Airbnb, Booking.com, and Vrbo all now offer Request to Book as an option.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And the results are clear. In 2023 we saw some of our highest-value bookings made through these channels. For example:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Airbnb has secured bookings totaling over \u20ac300,000<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">VRBO has achieved bookings totaling over \u20ac240,000<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Booking.com has garnered bookings totaling over \u20ac78,000<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br><br><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This data might be surprising, but it\u2019s a trend that\u2019s showing no signs of stopping over the last year.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/rentalsunited.com\/blog\/from-ordinary-to-opulent-the-art-of-marketing-luxury-properties\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1004\" height=\"254\" src=\"https:\/\/rentalsunited.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Group-13131.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35618\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rentalsunited.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Group-13131.png 1004w, https:\/\/www.rentalsunited.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Group-13131-300x76.png 300w, https:\/\/www.rentalsunited.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Group-13131-768x194.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1004px) 100vw, 1004px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-benefits-of-accepting-booking-requests\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5 Benefits of Accepting Booking Requests<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are some of the major benefits that come with using a Request to Book system. Rather than only offering instant booking options. Let\u2019s dive into them:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-more-control-over-your-calendar\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. More Control Over Your Calendar<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The main appeal of booking requests is the increased control it gives you over your rental calendar. With instant bookings, anyone can book any available dates without your prior approval.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, with requests, you can carefully evaluate each inquiry and choose whether or not to accept based on factors like:<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br>\n<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b>Pricing<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: you might receive requests at suboptimal rates during high-demand periods. A request system lets you hold out for more profitable bookings.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br><br><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Guest profile<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Screen potential guests and decline ones deemed unsuitable or high-risk based on profile information<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br><br><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Double bookings<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Avoid accidentally accepting overlapping requests from different guests for the same period. This is especially useful in luxury property management where you might accept private or direct bookings as well as bookings through channels.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br><br><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finally, this feature lets you list your properties on major OTA\u2019s, boosting your property\u2019s exposure, and revenue potential, without compromising its exclusivity.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-chance-to-review-guests\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Chance to Review Guests<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With the Instant Book feature, you can\u2019t communicate with prospective guests before they confirm their booking. So you\u2019re in the dark about who\u2019s coming and why.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But with the Request to Book option, that\u2019s no longer the case.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The process varies channel by channel. But generally, people may have to provide additional details upfront. Like:<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br>\n<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Purpose of stay<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Number and profile of guests<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Specific needs and requests<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why they\u2019ve chosen the property<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br><br><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can use this information to decide if the guests are a good fit for your property.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also check out previous hosts&#8217; reviews, ask follow-up questions to screen for red flags, and understand the guests\u2019 expectations. So you can deliver a better experience.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-control-over-length-of-stay\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Control Over Length of Stay<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hosts can specify minimum and maximum nights for online instant bookings. However, for some listings, this may be restrictive.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, setting a minimum stay of one week might deter guests who are looking for a quick weekend getaway. On the other hand, a maximum stay limit might prevent <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rentalsunited.com\/blog\/riding-the-wave-of-long-term-stays-getting-the-most-out-of-extended-accommodations\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">longer-term bookings<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This can make it harder to fill the calendar consistently.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But when you use the Request to Book option, you can consider each guest\u2019s needs and be more flexible with stay requirements. So you can still capture bookings that fall outside preset length of stay rules.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-avoid-double-bookings\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Avoid Double Bookings<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many luxury property managers often make the majority of their bookings directly. So their OTA calendars might not always be up to date.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With the instant booking option, there&#8217;s a chance someone might book a date that&#8217;s already been reserved through a private or direct booking.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The booking request system helps reduce the risk of accidentally accepting overlapping reservations from different guests for the same period.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That\u2019s because requested dates are temporarily blocked until approved (or declined).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-updates-guests-on-availability\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Updates Guests on Availability<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During high season, rental calendars can fill up quickly. With a booking request system, guests are updated on availability before being able to complete reservations.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This avoids having guests go through the booking process only to find dates unavailable at checkout. It makes a smoother, more transparent booking experience.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-possible-drawbacks-of-booking-requests\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 Possible Drawbacks of Booking Requests<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A booking request system can also have some potential downsides you should be aware of:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-introduces-uncertainty\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Introduces Uncertainty<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perhaps the biggest drawback of booking requests is that it leaves both hosts and guests in limbo until a confirmation decision is made.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This uncertainty and waiting can frustrate guests eager to book a property quickly.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But you can remedy this by responding to requests within hours of receiving them.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Pro tip<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: With <a href=\"\/#contact-us\">Rentals United<\/a>, you can view and approve (or decline) all your booking requests in your Guest Planner view. Making it easier to see and compare booking requests.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-requires-hands-on-management\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Requires Hands-On Management<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tracking requests, responding promptly, updating calendars, negotiating rates, and screening guests takes active effort. Especially during peak seasons.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This hands-on workload can be challenging for hosts or luxury property managers with multiple properties.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-potential-loss-of-revenue\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Potential Loss of Revenue<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Being selective with bookings might result in higher rejection rates. Potentially leading to unbooked dates, especially during peak times when travelers may opt for quicker, more readily confirmed options.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, if you&#8217;re thinking about using OTAs and luxury channels alongside your direct booking methods, this mix can help cover any gaps in bookings and keep your occupancy steady.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"best-practices-for-managing-booking-requests\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best Practices for Managing Booking Requests<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some actionable tips to keep in mind if you want to leverage the benefits of requests while minimizing drawbacks:<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br>\n<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b>Set expectations upfront<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Clearly outline your booking process and policies in your listing descriptions. Specify what information you need from guests and any unique requirements or house rules they should be aware of before booking. This helps ensure guests know what to expect and can reduce misunderstandings later on.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br><br><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b>Share response times<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Provide expected response times so guests know when they might hear back about their booking request.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br><br><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Block time for follow-ups<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Designate time slots to monitor and respond to new requests at least once a day, if not more frequently, during peak season.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br><br><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Update calendars frequently<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Update availability calendars across all connected platforms to avoid double bookings.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Invest in a luxury channel manager<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: The right <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rentalsunited.com\/luxury-vacation-rentals-management\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">luxury channel manager<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> will get the right eyes on your property, and help you diversify your revenue streams without compromising the quality or exclusivity of your offering.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/rentalsunited.com\/vacation-rental-case-studies\/mykonos-luxury\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1004\" height=\"254\" src=\"https:\/\/rentalsunited.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Group-13132.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35614\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rentalsunited.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Group-13132.png 1004w, https:\/\/www.rentalsunited.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Group-13132-300x76.png 300w, https:\/\/www.rentalsunited.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Group-13132-768x194.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1004px) 100vw, 1004px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"is-a-booking-request-system-right-for-your-rental\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is a Booking Request System Right for Your Rental?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Booking requests provide hosts with more control and open up the possibility of listing luxury properties on OTAs.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But they can add complexity. To determine if requests are the right fit, you need to evaluate whether the flexibility outweighs the additional management.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some factors to consider:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Booking Requests may be better for:<\/b><b><br>\n<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Luxury home and property managers who require a high degree of control over guest selection\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Owners with multiple properties<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Property managers renting out unique, high-demand properties<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Property managers who want to screen all potential guests carefully<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Owners with complex calendar coordination needs<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Luxury property managers that want to list on more channels and increase revenue <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Instant Booking may be preferable for:<\/b><b><br>\n<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Casual hosts renting out just one property<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hosts who prioritize quick and efficient booking processes<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New hosts building up reviews and credibility<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hosts managing listings with very high availability<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The right approach also depends on factors like:<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br>\n<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b>Property type<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Instant booking works better for standardized properties like condos. Unique, high-end properties benefit more from tailored requests.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br><br><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Market conditions<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: In high-demand markets with scarce supply, requests allow for selectivity. In oversaturated areas, instant booking may secure more bookings.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br><br><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Target guest segment<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Request screening helps avoid issues with parties or high-risk guests. For families or business travelers, instant booking provides more convenience.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br><br><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Seasonality<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: During peak seasons, requests allow rate optimization. During off-seasons, instant booking can fill vacancies.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take the time to evaluate your specific needs and situation to determine whether accepting booking requests would benefit you. This may vary across different properties in your portfolio.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"stay-exclusive-and-diversify-your-income-with-rentals-united-the-no-1-luxury-channel-manager\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stay Exclusive and Diversify Your Income with Rentals United, the No.1 Luxury Channel Manager<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As luxury homeowners and property managers, having the option to say \u201cno\u201d to a booking is a must. Because finding trustworthy guests is just as much of a priority as maximizing revenue.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Booking requests, a feature now available on major OTAs like Airbnb, Vrbo, and Booking.com, add a layer between initial guest interest and confirmed bookings. Letting you reject bookings if the guest&#8217;s profile isn\u2019t a match.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This extra control allows more luxury property managers to list their properties on OTAs.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The feature can introduce some additional complexity compared to instant bookings. For example, it requires more hands-on management and can slow down the booking process.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But with the right approach, and the right luxury channel manager, booking requests can be a valuable channel for securing more profitable bookings.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In fact, in 2023, our highest-value bookings came from Airbnb, Vrbo, and Booking.com.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rentals United partners with 20+ of the finest luxury channels and offers the best Request-to-Book connections to OTAs. In 2023, we generated over \u20ac200M in revenue for our luxury property managers and connected more than 16,000 luxury properties.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/rentalsunited.com\/connect-with-our-experts\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Speak to our expert team today to learn how we can help!<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In this blog, you\u2019ll read about how the Request to Book feature \u2014 now available on some major OTA\u2019s like Airbnb and Booking.com\u2014 helps you diversify your income stream while still showing your property to the right people.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":33913,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[37,38,35],"tags":[],"blog-tag":[],"class_list":["post-33912","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-featured","category-luxury-vacation-rentals","category-rentals-united"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.rentalsunited.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/33912","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.rentalsunited.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.rentalsunited.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rentalsunited.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rentalsunited.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=33912"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.rentalsunited.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/33912\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":45238,"href":"https:\/\/www.rentalsunited.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/33912\/revisions\/45238"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rentalsunited.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/33913"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.rentalsunited.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=33912"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rentalsunited.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=33912"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rentalsunited.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=33912"},{"taxonomy":"blog-tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.rentalsunited.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/blog-tag?post=33912"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}