One of the criticisms I see about Airbnb is that there are too many fees for the travelers, and as a host and traveler, I want to create a listing I would want to book. Airbnb recently made it an option to offer simplified pricing by having them deduct 15% from each payout to the host, so then the guests don't have to pay it. I selected this option, so when you are … [Read more...] about No Service Fee and No Cleaning Fee at Moontower Loft
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Moontower Loft is a Superhost, Again
With the end of Q3, Airbnb has recognized the Moontower Loft again as a Superhost. A Superhost is someone who goes above and beyond in their hosting duties and is a shining example of how a Host should be on Airbnb. You can easily identify one from the badge that appears on their listing and profile. Check availability for Moontower Loft if you're planning to … [Read more...] about Moontower Loft is a Superhost, Again
I Have Achieved Superhost Status on Airbnb
I was just awarded Superhost status on Airbnb, which is given to hosts who reach a series of goals. In order to qualify to be a Superhost, an Airbnb host has to have an overall rating of no less than 4.7 stars (out of 5), a response rate of 90% or higher, zero cancelations by the host in the past year, and 88% or higher for accepted reservations. Since I began this … [Read more...] about I Have Achieved Superhost Status on Airbnb
Before This Was a Neighborhood, It Was an Airport
The Moontower Loft is in the Mueller neighborhood in Austin and when you walk in the door and go up the stairs, there are a series of photographs of the old Robert Mueller Municipal Airport. The Robert Mueller Municipal Airport operated in Austin from 1930 to 1999. While houses, offices, bars, restaurants, shops, parks, cafes, and big box stores cover most of the … [Read more...] about Before This Was a Neighborhood, It Was an Airport
Top 5 Reasons People Book My Airbnb
Since I listed my loft apartment on Airbnb this past February, it’s been rented out nearly every weekend and on many weekdays. I am always curious to find out the reasons why people are booking the Moontower Loft on Airbnb, and here are the most common reasons, based on comments from people when they book: Weekend getaway for couples: Austin is a popular destination … [Read more...] about Top 5 Reasons People Book My Airbnb