How to Optimize Your Rental Home for Leisure and Comfort
Vacation Guests Are Looking For Comfort And Ease
Hawai’i vacation guests have so many options when it comes to choosing a vacation residence. And advanced search tools make it easier than ever for guests to find exactly what they are looking for in a vacation rental, instead of just hoping that it comes with the amenities and supplies they need.
Guests who visit Hawai’i are looking for leisure, comfort, luxury, and a taste of tropical living. As such, it’s more important than ever to make sure you’re providing the amenities, furniture, and extras guests demand in order to increase bookings and maximize your returns.
Having these amenities is a great way to get more five-star reviews, longer bookings, and increase your revenue and overall occupancy rates, whether you’re managing one property or fifty.
To get more five-star reviews, longer bookings, and increase your revenue and overall occupancy rates, it’s time to optimize your rental home for leisure and comfort. Keep reading for a few tips for doing just that:
Add These Amenities to Your Hawai’i Vacation Property
Not every Hawai’i vacation home needs to have all of these amenities, but the more amenities you include, the more prospective guests will be interested in your property. And it always helps to include amenities that encourage guests to explore the unique sites near your specific vacation rental.
Is your vacation rental home near an outstanding hiking trail? Be sure to have binoculars and other hiking equipment available for guests. Own a Hawai’i vacation property close to the water? Have plenty of beach equipment on hand!
Beach Equipment
The closer a rental property is to the beach, the more beach equipment your guests will likely need. Coolers, beach umbrellas, boogie boards, and portable beach chairs are a good start. Family-friendly rentals should also have sand toys and anything else young children will enjoy.
You can even go the extra mile and provide a small printout of smart beach practices, including tips on using reef-safe sunscreens and other information your guests may not know ahead of time.
Baby Furniture
Family-friendly rentals are growing in popularity. To be ready for guests with babies and small children, childproof your rental home with safety gates. To significantly minimize how much your guests have to pack with them on the trip, offer a crib, playpen, and stroller too.
Provide as much information as possible about what is available, including brand names and models if you can. These are the details that help your vacation rental stand out as a property that will make visiting Hawai’i accessible and easy on families.
Fun And Games
Many travelers will choose a vacation rental over a hotel room because they want something more than a place to sleep at night. Your rental should be a haven for guests who want to avoid adverse weather or relax in privacy.
Having a selection of books, puzzles, board games, cards, and other fun activities to do at the vacation home can make a huge difference in guest satisfaction. You don’t need to have a whole library of books or every board game known to man, but your guests will be impressed if you have a few games and activities.
Poolside Essentials
If your property has a pool, or there’s a community pool nearby, make sure to provide some poolside essentials for guests. Water toys, pool noodles, inflatable rafts or chairs, and pool towels are a few to offer.
Grilling Essentials
Grilling is incredibly popular with guests in Hawai’i so make sure your property has a grill. It can be an excellent way for visitors to enjoy the beautiful weather and savor some fresh, local food. Don’t forget the grilling essentials (and some extras) like aluminum foil, spatulas, grilling tongs, and any other utensils you can think of. Metal kabob skewers are also a good option. And having instructions on how to run the grill will be appreciated.
Luxury Kitchen Appliances
Guests who book a Hawai’i vacation rental instead of a hotel are often looking for a taste of luxury or an upgrade to the way they normally live … and cook! As such, include all the basics, from good pots and pans, to plenty of utensils and dishes, and specialty appliances that guests may not have at home.
An electric wine bottle opener instead of a manual one, electric can opener, a pineapple corer (a must in Hawai’i), or a high-end blender can go a long way. And to appeal to health-conscious guests or foodies, consider offering a juicer, spice grinder, or air-fryer.
Linens
Luxury linens create a pampering experience for guests, so opt for thicker, larger towels, sheets from high quality materials with a high thread count, and soft washcloths. You should always have more linens available than you expect your guests to need.
Exceed expectations with plush bathrobes, hypoallergenic pillows and pillow covers, and other upgrades. And don’t forget to make sure everything is perfectly clean, isn’t showing any signs of wear, and that all pillows are fluffed before your guests arrive.
Extras
When you’re looking for amenities to take your vacation rental to the next level, there are a few extras that can make your guests’ experience exceptional, including:
Binoculars
Reusable water bottles
Guidebooks for local amenities, hiking trails, must-see beaches, and more
Bikes or beach cruisers and helmets
A hammock (or several)
Reef-safe sunscreen
Chlorine-removing shampoo
Moisturizing soaps and lotions
Aloe gel for sunburns
Take Your Hawai’i Vacation Rental to The Next Level
These are just a few ways to help your guests feel comfortable and make your Hawai’i vacation property stand out from the crowd. To add value to your property or boost occupancy rates, we’re here to help. Contact us by email or phone at Vacation@HawaiiLife.com or 855.447.3685 to find out how to take your vacation rental to the next level.