The Future of Hospitality: Inclusivity and Accessibility in Short-Term Rentals
- Emphasize Inclusivity and Accessibility: Audit your property to ensure it meets various
needs, including those of disabled guests. Provide clear information in your listings about the
accessible features available.
- Broaden Customer Base: Use inclusive marketing strategies and highlight your property's
accessible features in your advertising to attract a wider range of guests.
- Adopt Universal Design Principles: Implement design changes that enhance accessibility,
such as no-step entries, wide doorways, and accessible bathroom facilities.
- Utilize Assistive Technologies: Integrate technologies like Deficiensee to assist
guests with impairments, ensuring they have a comfortable and independent stay.
- Highlight Ethical and Commercial Benefits: Share success stories and data showing the
positive impact of inclusivity on bookings and guest satisfaction.
- Set New Standards: Advocate for inclusivity within the Airbnb community and encourage
other hosts to make their properties more accessible.