{"id":38749,"date":"2025-06-18T11:05:18","date_gmt":"2025-06-18T11:05:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/?post_type=knowledge&#038;p=38749"},"modified":"2025-06-19T15:28:48","modified_gmt":"2025-06-19T15:28:48","slug":"how-local-businesses-can-make-money-wit-airbnb-services","status":"publish","type":"knowledge","link":"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/knowledge\/strategy\/how-local-businesses-can-make-money-wit-airbnb-services\/","title":{"rendered":"How local businesses can make money with Airbnb Services"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There\u2019s a new way to make money on Airbnb \u2013 and you don\u2019t need to own a property.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The online marketplace for holiday homes has launched a service that connects businesses with people travelling and booking stays through Airbnb. Now chefs, massage therapists, and other service-based businesses can reach potential customers by listing on the platform.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With Airbnb Services, businesses can advertise a personal service that people can book to enhance their stays. Now anything from hair styling services for wedding guests to personal training for those who love to keep up their fitness can be listed on the Airbnb app.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Interested in seeing if your business can find new customers and make money through Airbnb? Keep reading for how to get started with Airbnb Services.\u00a0We also have guides on how to create <a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/knowledge\/strategy\/how-to-make-money-with-airbnb-experiences\/\" data-type=\"knowledge\" data-id=\"1170\" >Airbnb Experiences<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/knowledge\/landlord-tax\/holiday-let-mortgages-guide\/\" data-type=\"knowledge\" data-id=\"1159\" >run a holiday let<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-can-you-offer-with-airbnb-services\"><strong>What can you offer with Airbnb Services?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Airbnb Services is all about enhancing the experience of people travelling. If your small business offers any of these services, then you could unlock extra income by offering a personalised service on Airbnb:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">photography<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">private chef<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">catering\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">prepared meals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">massage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">personal trainer\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">make-up\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">hair styling<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">spa treatments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">nails<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Depending on you and your business, you can visit people at their Airbnb property or have them come to you.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-azure-300-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-69910985 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:10px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90)\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check out the competition and find out more about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.airbnb.co.uk\/services\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Airbnb Services<\/a> already available in your area. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-list-your-business-on-airbnb\"><strong>How to list your business on Airbnb<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019ll need an Airbnb account to start hosting. Once you\u2019re signed in, navigate to \u2018<strong>Become a host<\/strong>\u2019 and select \u2018<strong>Service<\/strong>\u2019.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"502\" width=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/airbnb-become-a-host.png?w=1024\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38750\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/airbnb-become-a-host.png 1500w, https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/airbnb-become-a-host.png?resize=800,393 800w, https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/airbnb-become-a-host.png?resize=768,377 768w, https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/airbnb-become-a-host.png?resize=1024,502 1024w, https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/airbnb-become-a-host.png?resize=150,74 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-azure-200-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-30c80bf8 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:35px;margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-to-create-your-listing-you-ll-need-to\"><strong>To create your listing you\u2019ll need to:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><strong>write an overview <\/strong>\u2013 describe you, your expertise, and the service you\u2019re offering<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><strong>add<\/strong> <strong>photos<\/strong> \u2013 these should show the activity and real people\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><strong>set<\/strong> <strong>pricing<\/strong> \u2013 consider different prices for 121 versus small group bookings\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><strong>submit for review<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Airbnb will review your listing and may suggest changes, ask you to upload licences, or show proof of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/business-insurance\/faq\/what-type-of-business-insurance-do-i-need\/\">insurance<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Airbnb says it reviews businesses to check for reputation, certifications, and experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once your listing\u2019s approved, you can publish it and start reaching customers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"nba-body-001\">\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-should-i-advertise-my-business-on-airbnb-services-nbsp\"><strong>Should I advertise my business on Airbnb Services?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here\u2019s an overview of the pros and cons of using Airbnb Services as a small business to help you decide if it\u2019s right for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pros\"><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">reach new customers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">you can charge more for offering a personal service<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/knowledge\/marketing\/23-ways-to-advertise-your-business-for-free\/\" data-type=\"knowledge\" data-id=\"16582\" >free marketing <\/a>(you\u2019ll get promoted in Airbnb emails to guests and in the app when they\u2019re planning their stay and during their trip)\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">you can choose your availability\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">helpful in-app metrics and guest reviews\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">it\u2019s free to list your service<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cons\"><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">it\u2019s a new offering, so might not be as popular with guests yet<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">relies on a location that\u2019s already got lots of Airbnb properties (although in time people might simply search Experiences even if they haven\u2019t booked accommodation through Airbnb)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">Airbnb takes a 15 per cent service fee from the payout of every service booked\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-azure-300-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-69910985 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:10px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--90)\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ultimately, whether you choose to list your service with Airbnb is up to you. But if you think you\u2019d enjoy creating a personalised experience for people travelling in your local area, then it could be an exciting new opportunity to explore.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-legal-requirements-and-business-insurance-nbsp\"><strong>Legal requirements and business insurance&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Airbnb Services doesn\u2019t require you to have a business set up already, so it could provide a way to test an idea as a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/knowledge\/starting-out\/best-side-hustles-in-2025\/\" data-type=\"knowledge\" data-id=\"1342\" >side hustle<\/a>. Or it could help you reach more customers as part of a wider <a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/knowledge\/marketing\/how-to-write-a-marketing-plan\/\" data-type=\"knowledge\" data-id=\"1456\" >marketing plan<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whatever stage your business is at, it\u2019s essential to make sure you have the licences you need and meet any other regulatory requirements. Meanwhile, business insurance will protect you if anyone gets ill or is injured as a result of your business.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You&#8217;ll also need to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/knowledge\/business-structure\/register-as-self-employed\/\" data-type=\"knowledge\" data-id=\"1501\" >register as self-employed<\/a> and pay taxes to HMRC, so make sure you&#8217;re clued up on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/knowledge\/business-tax\/side-hustle-tax\/\" data-type=\"knowledge\" data-id=\"1401\" >how to report your income<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Read more guides for small businesses<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/knowledge\/marketing\/how-to-advertise-your-business\/\" data-type=\"knowledge\" data-id=\"1410\" >Your ultimate guide to marketing<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/knowledge\/marketing\/how-to-get-google-reviews-for-your-business\/\" data-type=\"knowledge\" data-id=\"998\" >How to get Google reviews for your business<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/knowledge\/starting-out\/home-business-ideas\/\" data-type=\"knowledge\" data-id=\"25479\" >15 business ideas you can start from home<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/knowledge\/marketing\/how-to-create-a-brand-identity\/\" data-type=\"knowledge\" data-id=\"1114\" >Tips for designing and creating your brand<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/business-insurance\/faq\/what-is-public-liability-insurance\/\">What is public liability insurance?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"nba-body-end\">\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Host a personal service for holidaymakers and reach new customers on Airbnb. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":42,"featured_media":38754,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"sb_hreflang":"","sb_hreflang_url":"","disable_breadcrumbs":false,"sb_breadcrumbs":[],"sb_reviewed_by":"","sb_review_date":"","sb_enable_content_gating":true,"footnotes":""},"categories":[341,345,111,339],"hidden-category":[],"coauthors":[25],"class_list":["post-38749","knowledge","type-knowledge","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-strategy","category-hospitality","category-marketing","category-starting-out"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.2 (Yoast SEO v27.2) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Did you know local businesses can make money on Airbnb?<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"A new feature connects small businesses with holidaymakers, from chefs and massage therapists to personal trainers. 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