In recent years, Airbnb has gained a lot of steam as a platform to find comfortable lodging as an alternative to more expensive hotels. It can be very useful for families to find vacation rentals or for business travelers to find affordable places for extended stays. It’s also a way for private individuals to make a little extra income off their property — and, ironically, here’s where the challenges lie. Even with robust screening in place, it can be difficult for Airbnb to monitor quality control for the individual renting their place for the weekend versus a certified corporate lodging partner with consistent standards (like TP Corporate) who also may be using the site.
Fortunately, there are a few ways to find certified corporate lodging on Airbnb while weeding through the many private listings that may or may not be as advertised or up to your standards. Here are some tips.
Check out Airbnb’s Corporate Travel Section
Unbeknownst to some, Airbnb has a specific portal for business travelers to find great places to stay on business. This presents a great opportunity to find lodging that is especially work-friendly, and you’re more likely to find a higher concentration of listings there by corporate lodging agencies.
Look for the “Plus” Button
In an effort to improve quality control across the site, Airbnb has launched Airbnb Plus, a new classification guaranteeing the highest quality standards in their listings. Plus listings have a history of consistently high reviews and are personally visited by Airbnb staff to pass a 100-point inspection. Many corporate lodging partners qualify for the “Plus” ranking, so this is also a good way to find them.
Research Specific Hosts
When you come across a listing on the site that seems to check all the boxes for you, dig a little deeper and click on the host icon. Find out whether it’s an individual or a business and whether they have multiple properties available. This is also a good way to identify a company providing quality corporate housing.
Many users have had good experiences all around with Airbnb, which is one reason the site is so popular. However, a few bad apples still slip through the cracks, and when you’re trying to make quick plans for business travel, you want to be certain you’re getting a good unit and a good host without having to do hours of research. The best way to do that is to find a reliable corporate lodging partner with a track record of quality. If you’re heading to Atlanta or Jacksonville on business and need reliable, affordable lodging, call TP Corporate Lodging at 800.428.9997.