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Why do I need a website?
There are several compelling reasons:
Guests can pay you directly (if you want) thus avoid paying commissions, both you and your guests can save money
Funnel people that find your website on Google to your Airbnb (You can take direct bookings or just link to Airbnb - or both)
Bookings are down year on year, due to a saturated market and financial hardships. Get the advantage over your competition
Around 55% of people searching on Booking.com and Airbnb will also look for your website on Google
Having your own website enables you to promote it to your friends and followers on social media
Owning a website can assist with Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) and allow you to market your site to directories, bloggers, and Facebook groups
Having your own website can help you stand out from the competition
Appeal to corporate clients and establish your credibility
Your property will be the sole focus of guests, without competing against hundreds of others on a page
How much commission does Bookl take?
None, Bookl takes no commission fees.
How do I find my iCal link?
How to find your iCal link in Airbnb (Mobile view) https://www.youtube.com/shorts/WtV6LOwiUtA
How to find your iCal link in Airbnb (Desktop view) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YAFgCxPuJq4
How to find your iCal link in Booking.com: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L5qKNZBltyA
I don't want to deal with guests direct, is there an option?
Yes, if you don't want to take payments or deal with guests direct then link your website straight through to Airbnb. Our sites are Google friendly, and get found so think of it as a funnel straight to your property on Airbnb.
How do I receive payments when someone books?
The simplest way to receive payments is to provide your bank details. However, some guests may prefer to pay with a credit card, in which case, we recommend setting up a PayPal or Stripe account. Or you may want to just link straight to Airbnb and take payments that way and pay their commission charges.
My images don't look like they are high resolution?
We recommend using high-quality images to display your property to guests. Images on Airbnb aren’t large format, if you do have high resolution images send them to support@bookl.uk, and we will upload them for you. Please number your images in the order you want them to appear, for example, 1-livingroom.jpg, 2-bedroom.jpg, 3-livingroom.jpg.
I want a different template, what can I do?
We will soon offer a template customisation service. For now, you can choose between a sans serif or serif font. Contact us at support@bookl.uk if you want to change what we have chosen for you.
How do I change the text and images on my website?
If you want to change your website's text or images, contact: support@bookl.uk
How do I add my rates?
We know (as hosts ourselves) that you might change your rates daily so we suggest you let a guest contact you direct, or link to your Airbnb page. We will be adding a 'rates' feature soon.
I have my website; what's next?
There are several things you can do to drive traffic to your website.
Below are some ideas but if you want Bookl to handle your SEO (search engine optimisation) and social media presence please contact us.
Post a banner announcing your new website to your social media followers and post on your personal pages, ask your friends to share the good news!
Join local groups on Facebook and announce your ‘guesthouse’ - always include a link to your site.
List your site with Google. For best results it would be better to have your own URL (e.g. www.kirabeachhouse.co.uk) - to learn how to list your site click here.
Set up some PPC ads on facebook. If you are not skilled in this field then engage experts. Bookl can help if needed.
Grow your social media following, Facebook, Instagram and Tik Tok will get the best results, it takes time but will be worth it.
Contact travel bloggers, local newspapers and ask them to feature you.
Does Bookl offer insurance?
No, as we do not charge any commissions and only provide website building services, we do not cover insurance. As a host, you should have your property insured.
How do I handle cancellations?
If a guest wants to cancel their booking, they will contact you directly since you are handling payments. You will need to discuss refund options with the guest. You can also adjust your cancellation terms on your website.
Where do we manage automated emails?
We are currently developing an automated email management service. In the meantime, it's important to keep your guests up-to-date with check-in times, address details, and house