Booking.com's vacation rental tips from 2024

6 Add-Ons Guests Will Happily Pay Extra For — and How to Offer Them with RentalWise

As the vacation rental industry continues to grow and evolve, standing out from the competition in 2024 means offering more than just a comfortable place to stay. According to insights from Booking.com Homes, travelers are increasingly willing to pay extra for thoughtful add-ons that elevate their stay. These value-added services not only increase guest satisfaction but also create new revenue streams for property owners and managers.

At RentalWise, we’re here to help you stay ahead of the curve by integrating these guest-favorite extras into your operations with ease. Let’s dive into the six most in-demand add-ons that can boost both your guest experience and your bottom line—plus how to manage them more efficiently with RentalWise.

1. Breakfast Options

Nearly half of global travelers are happy to pay extra for breakfast. Whether it’s a fresh continental spread or a stocked pantry for self-serve, breakfast adds a cozy, hotel-like touch to a stay.

RentalWise Tip: Use your guest messaging tools to ask guests in advance if they’d like breakfast and what time works best. Easily add breakfast as an optional upsell in your booking flow or create automated messaging that highlights local cafes or bakeries if on-site service isn’t possible.

2. Tours and Activities

Over 26% of travelers are willing to pay for local experiences, especially guests from France, Belgium, and Colombia. Think bike rentals, kayaking, cooking classes, or walking tours.

RentalWise Tip: Use our guest experience features to offer curated activity packages or partner with local tour guides. You can schedule tours, provide details, and automate follow-up messages—all within your RentalWise dashboard.

3. Spa Services

A quarter of guests are looking for wellness options like massage therapy or beauty treatments. Offering on-site spa services adds a luxurious touch that guests will remember.

RentalWise Tip: Include spa services as add-on extras during the booking process or send automated check-in messages highlighting local mobile therapists or nearby spas.

4. Shuttle Service

Around 24% of travelers want shuttle options, especially for airport or city center transfers. Guests love the ease of pre-arranged transport, especially when traveling to unfamiliar places.

RentalWise Tip: Promote your shuttle service in your property descriptions and automated messages. You can even include it as a bookable extra in your guest portal.

5. Flexible Check-In and Check-Out

Early arrivals and late check-outs are in demand—particularly among Australian and Irish travelers. Offering flexibility can significantly improve guest satisfaction.

RentalWise Tip: Set up automated check-in/check-out rules in RentalWise and offer flexible timing as an upgrade. You can even use dynamic pricing to adjust rates based on availability.

6. Parking

Nearly 25% of travelers are willing to pay extra for secure, nearby parking. Especially in city locations or busy tourist areas, parking is a high-value amenity.

RentalWise Tip: List parking options as a paid amenity and manage availability through your RentalWise calendar or add it as a selectable extra at booking.

Boost Revenue While Enhancing Guest Experience

These small additions can lead to big results—better reviews, more repeat guests, and a healthier bottom line. With RentalWise, offering and managing upsells like these is seamless. Our automated workflows, messaging tools, and customizable booking features make it easy to personalize the guest experience while keeping your operations efficient.

Ready to unlock more value from each reservation? Log in to your RentalWise dashboard and start adding upsell options that guests are already searching for.

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