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Why Your Airbnb Listing Isn’t Working — And How to Fix It

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On the latest episode of the VRMA Arrival podcast, Bart-Jan Leyts, the 25-year-old founder of Otamiser, shared his insights into optimizing OTA rankings for short-term rentals (STRs) and hotels. Based in Ghent, Belgium, Otamiser has grown rapidly since its launch three years ago, recently introducing a cutting-edge tool called Autorank. Designed specifically for STRs, Autorank automates listing updates to align with ever-changing algorithms on platforms like Airbnb, helping property managers increase visibility, bookings, and guest satisfaction.

Leyts explained that many property managers neglect their listings after the initial setup, leading to poor rankings over time. Tools like Autorank address this by automating adjustments, such as selecting impactful photos or refining descriptions, all based on data rather than guesswork. He emphasized that regional nuances also play a role; for instance, in Aruba, where pools are common, simply showcasing a pool is no longer a competitive advantage.

With $3 million in recent funding, Otamiser is set to expand Autorank’s reach and enhance its hotel-focused products. Leyts also reflected on industry trends, predicting that dynamic pricing tools will become more strategically vital and sharing his belief that OTAs will continue to dominate over direct bookings due to their scalability and efficiency.

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On the latest episode of the VRMA Arrival podcast, Bart-Jan Leyts, the 25-year-old founder of Otamiser, shared his insights into optimizing OTA rankings for short-term rentals (STRs) and hotels. Based in Ghent, Belgium, Otamiser has grown rapidly since its launch three years ago, recently introducing a cutting-edge tool called Autorank. Designed specifically for STRs, Autorank automates listing updates to align with ever-changing algorithms on platforms like Airbnb, helping property managers increase visibility, bookings, and guest satisfaction.

Leyts explained that many property managers neglect their listings after the initial setup, leading to poor rankings over time. Tools like Autorank address this by automating adjustments, such as selecting impactful photos or refining descriptions, all based on data rather than guesswork. He emphasized that regional nuances also play a role; for instance, in Aruba, where pools are common, simply showcasing a pool is no longer a competitive advantage.

With $3 million in recent funding, Otamiser is set to expand Autorank’s reach and enhance its hotel-focused products. Leyts also reflected on industry trends, predicting that dynamic pricing tools will become more strategically vital and sharing his belief that OTAs will continue to dominate over direct bookings due to their scalability and efficiency.

  continue reading

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