How to Earn Extra Revenue Per Property with Guest Services (Without Raising Nightly Rates)

The Flaw in Only Relying on Nightly Rate Increases

Most short-term rental hosts attempt to grow profits by hiking nightly room rates. However, in competitive markets, raising base rates can hurt occupancy. An approach borrowed from boutique hotels is offering optional in-stay services that guests can request during their stay.

1. Guest Services Worth Offering

Guests arriving from long flights often value convenience. By listing services in your digital guidebook, you give guests an easy way to request them. Example prices (set your own for your market):

• Airport Transfer (e.g. $65 – $95): Arranged with a local driver you trust. The guest requests it in the guidebook and you confirm.
• Early Check-in / Late Check-out, subject to availability (e.g. $35 – $55): Offered only when your cleaning schedule allows; you confirm each request.
• Mid-Stay Refresh Clean (e.g. $60 – $110): Housekeeping options for longer stays.

2. 0% Platform Commission on Guest Orders

With HostifyOS Pro ($19/mo, or $14/mo billed yearly), HostifyOS takes 0% platform commission on guest service orders. Guests pay you directly through your own payment link, IBAN or USDT address, and you confirm the order yourself.