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Sites like Airbnb: main competitors and their differences

Rentals United

From major OTAs like Booking.com to niche platforms like Plum Guide, as a property manager you have a world of options beyond Airbnb to expand your reach and maximize bookings. As for pricing, property managers who connect to Vrbo through a channel manager like Rentals United pay a service fee of 12-15% per booking.

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Complete guide on how to get listed on Google Vacation Rentals (2025)

Rentals United

Google Vacation Rentals is not an OTA, so the search engine doesnt actually play a role in processing bookings. If you dont have a website, it can also send searchers to your listing on a compatible OTA. Bookings from Google can also be completely commission-free. Commission-free bookings Google charges zero commission.

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Property Management Expansion: Strategies for Successfully Entering New Markets

Zeevou

A high tourism rate or strong business presence can lead to consistent bookings. Next, analyse competition by examining existing property managers and rental listings in the area. Amenities The amenities offered can set your property apart from competitors. This enhances guest satisfaction while reducing response time.

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Booking.com Introduces Request to Book Worldwide: What It Means for Your Property

Rentals United

Until recently, a significant challenge for property managers was the lack of flexibility in booking options on major platforms. This year, Booking.com made its Request to Book feature available in all locations. What is the difference between Instant Book and Request to Book? This is called ‘Instant Booking’.

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Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Canada By City in 2025

Hospitable

Your entire STR business in one convenient platform Automate communication, create a direct booking website, manage channels, sync calendars, push pricing updates, notify your team, and much more! When determining the potential profits of your Airbnb property in Canada, measuring the occupancy rate is a must. Sign up now! Discover now!

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OTA Travel and Short-term Rental Hosts

Host Tools

By providing a platform to list and manage properties, OTA travel services offer hosts an opportunity to reach a global audience and increase their nightly bookings. For hosts, navigating this competitive marketplace requires a blend of strategic pricing, compelling property listings, and exceptional guest experiences.

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Airbnb vs Booking.com & Vrbo: How to Optimize Your Vacation Rental Listings for More Bookings

Rentals United

Earning bookings for your vacation rentals takes more than just listing them on the right channels. To truly stand out and maximize your occupancy rates, you need to optimize your listings according to each platform’s unique audience and algorithms. Read on for our Airbnb listing tips.

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