Episode 362 · October 20, 2026

Why Airbnb Guests Are Booking Hotels Instead (And How to Win Them Back)

🎙️ Short Term Rental Riches with Tim Hubbard ⏱️ 38:01
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Our guest today is Alex Alioto, co-founder of Whimstay, the last-minute vacation rental marketplace. Alex talks with hosts and property managers every day about the nights that would otherwise sit empty.

We cover how to split your calendar across Airbnb, Vrbo and Whimstay, why some guests still pick hotels, and how to turn every stay into a future direct booking.

  • How to split your calendar across 3 booking sites
  • Why $800 beats $0 on an empty night
  • The 1 photo that sends guests away
  • How last-minute guests get screened
  • Why direct bookings help the whole industry

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