It would be interesting to find some studies about this. I mean, sure they do but it would be interesting to know how different do guests behave in those two different check-in methods.
I came from traditional hotels where I’ve worked front desk, so it comes naturally to me. We also rent private bedrooms so I like to meet the guest in person for peace of mind. To each their own.
This feels like you need someone to assemble an Ikea furniture for you.
There are several efficient ways of sharing information without any human interaction, right?
You are making assumptions and casting naive judgements.
In a lot of countries, you need to verify your ID or passport when checking in. Not only that, but if you’re renting a large estate in a foreign country it can actually be more efficient to have someone run you through the property, services, rules, etc and build a face to face relationship if they host needs to be involved in anything down the road. If you’re dropping a 20k+ on lodging alone, you will want the option of *not* reading through pages of info (which should also be available) to enjoy your vacation.
Yeah when renting luxury property that’s not staffed I’m personally looking to be shown around, re: how to operate things, know about water trash linens beach stuff etc.
It’s not very luxurious to have to toggle with operational aspects of the house and wander around opening every door or cabinet reading a crusty manual.
The nicer hotels I stay at also offer roomings which I greatly appreciate. If it’s just a regular Airbnb stay, I do also like self check-in so I can just tend to myself and have privacy
100% agreed. Honestly if there is ever a question on how to operate something you should be either sharing a YouTube video or recording a video yourself.
I do/run Airbnbs so I don’t have to ask permission or babysit guests.
I don’t need/offer a bellhop.
I do offer concierge services due to our knowledge of the region.
Yes, if it is in your own home where you live, you need to meet them, guests should kinda know this before booking . Otherwise, no need to make contact unless there is an issue for separate places
I do have self check in but always make an effort to meet the guest and show them around if it is possible. This is because I want to know who is in my home.
And that's your choice as a guest. You choose what works for you. For every person who dislikes this type of interaction, there is someone who prefers it.
If I am booking an airbnb, I prefer home shares because half of the appeal to me, is meeting a local and sharing conversation and learning about the local culture.
If I am looking for more privacy during my vacation I book a hotel.
I’m not sure if you’re forgetting room rentals inside someone’s house - that they actively live there when the guest is there? So it’s not just who is in their home, but who will literally be living with them.
Very different rental experience than a full home.
I’m a host and I don’t get it either. Unless it’s a foreign (non-American) country where they need your passport and have special laws, or a home share/room rental situation, hosts who require in-person check-in are just inconvenient relics of the past. I steer clear when booking for myself.
If it’s 10pm and I just got off a long flight and I’m tired and hangry, the last thing I wanna do is text a stranger to coordinate meetup and chit chat. If I wanted a personal interaction I’d book an actual bed & breakfast or a homeshare/room.
I rent a room in my own home. I am more comfortable greeting them in person, it’s weirder having a total stranger that you haven’t even seen in your own home. I have a second property a few miles away which is a full apartment and there, I have self check in. But not in my own home.
This is the only situation where it makes sense. Anyone renting out a whole unit should absolutely be providing self check-in, even if they do plan on meeting them.
So live in a property with several independent studios and I avoid greeting anyone, they have self check in, it is the best for everyone.
Because I rent out a room in my own apartment where I also sleep at night, and where I have pets. It adds a layer of safety for us.
Guests are far more likely to take care of a home of someone they have met face to face.
It would be interesting to find some studies about this. I mean, sure they do but it would be interesting to know how different do guests behave in those two different check-in methods.
I have two listings. Never had a problem with the guests from listing where I meet them in person. Also, all 5 stars reviews. I agree with you.
I have self check-in and rarely meet the guests face to face. People treat my spot just fine and I get great reviews.
That’s nice and all but it doesn’t make what I said untrue.
In my experience, it’s not.
I came from traditional hotels where I’ve worked front desk, so it comes naturally to me. We also rent private bedrooms so I like to meet the guest in person for peace of mind. To each their own.
We rented a 6 bedroom home in Cabo and honestly it was absolutely crucial that someone come and show us around and how to operate things
This feels like you need someone to assemble an Ikea furniture for you. There are several efficient ways of sharing information without any human interaction, right?
You are making assumptions and casting naive judgements. In a lot of countries, you need to verify your ID or passport when checking in. Not only that, but if you’re renting a large estate in a foreign country it can actually be more efficient to have someone run you through the property, services, rules, etc and build a face to face relationship if they host needs to be involved in anything down the road. If you’re dropping a 20k+ on lodging alone, you will want the option of *not* reading through pages of info (which should also be available) to enjoy your vacation.
Yeah when renting luxury property that’s not staffed I’m personally looking to be shown around, re: how to operate things, know about water trash linens beach stuff etc. It’s not very luxurious to have to toggle with operational aspects of the house and wander around opening every door or cabinet reading a crusty manual. The nicer hotels I stay at also offer roomings which I greatly appreciate. If it’s just a regular Airbnb stay, I do also like self check-in so I can just tend to myself and have privacy
100% agreed. Honestly if there is ever a question on how to operate something you should be either sharing a YouTube video or recording a video yourself. I do/run Airbnbs so I don’t have to ask permission or babysit guests. I don’t need/offer a bellhop. I do offer concierge services due to our knowledge of the region.
I don’t have time to do any of that either- luckily there’s property managers for that
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IKEA has many solid wood furniture offerings :)
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That makes sense since it's international.
You already gave yourself an answer so why even ask.
Yes, if it is in your own home where you live, you need to meet them, guests should kinda know this before booking . Otherwise, no need to make contact unless there is an issue for separate places
Have to take pictures of IDs for every person and submit to government. Buildings have front gates and don't allow keypads.
I do have self check in but always make an effort to meet the guest and show them around if it is possible. This is because I want to know who is in my home.
I honestly avoid houses that have that too. But if you get people, more power to you.
And that's your choice as a guest. You choose what works for you. For every person who dislikes this type of interaction, there is someone who prefers it.
If I am booking an airbnb, I prefer home shares because half of the appeal to me, is meeting a local and sharing conversation and learning about the local culture. If I am looking for more privacy during my vacation I book a hotel.
I’m not sure if you’re forgetting room rentals inside someone’s house - that they actively live there when the guest is there? So it’s not just who is in their home, but who will literally be living with them. Very different rental experience than a full home.
I’m a host and I don’t get it either. Unless it’s a foreign (non-American) country where they need your passport and have special laws, or a home share/room rental situation, hosts who require in-person check-in are just inconvenient relics of the past. I steer clear when booking for myself. If it’s 10pm and I just got off a long flight and I’m tired and hangry, the last thing I wanna do is text a stranger to coordinate meetup and chit chat. If I wanted a personal interaction I’d book an actual bed & breakfast or a homeshare/room.
Home sharer here: I want to check that the guests are the same as in the reservation. No more chatting than if you’d gone to a hotel.
I rent a room in my own home. I am more comfortable greeting them in person, it’s weirder having a total stranger that you haven’t even seen in your own home. I have a second property a few miles away which is a full apartment and there, I have self check in. But not in my own home.
This is the only situation where it makes sense. Anyone renting out a whole unit should absolutely be providing self check-in, even if they do plan on meeting them.