Most hosts believe the only way to make more money with short-term rentals is by increasing the nightly rate. However, in a competitive market, raising prices can mean losing bookings.

The true goldmine for professional hosts is in Upselling: selling extra services during the stay.

What are guests willing to buy?

When a guest is traveling, they value convenience above all else. Here are the top-sellers you can start offering tomorrow:

Late Check-out / Early Check-in: If your calendar has a gap of a few hours between bookings, why not charge $20 to $40 to let the guest leave later? It's pure profit.
Mid-stay Cleaning or Fresh Linens: For stays over 4 days, many guests happily pay for a quick clean or fresh towels.
Breakfast Baskets and Convenience: Partnerships with local bakeries can yield a basket delivered to the door, with a profit margin for you.

The problem: How to charge for it?

Managing this through the Airbnb chat is chaotic. You send a Zelle or Venmo request, the guest takes forever to send the receipt, the message gets lost. Even worse: if you use the platform's Resolution Center, you will pay fees on this extra service.

The Solution: Automate your sales

The best way to offer these services is to put them on display in your Digital Guidebook.

With MyStayProfile, you create an "Extra Services" tab inside the guest guide. They see what's available, click, copy your Zelle or Venmo details, and complete the order. Everything is direct, without middlemen, and with 100% of the profit going into your pocket.

Stop leaving money on the table. Create your free digital guidebook and start selling extra services on your next booking!