Staging your Airbnb doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive to make an impact. Small, thoughtful changes can completely transform how your space looks in photos and how guests experience it in person. Subtle details can make a space feel clean and welcoming, the right staging can help your listing stand out and attract more bookings. These are practical, real-life Airbnb staging tips that are easy to implement and actually make a difference.
Related: How to make your Airbnb family friendly
- Take pictures slightly lower than eye level, always have all lights on and window shades open, pictures from all four corners of room
- Kitchen- put a knife on a cutting board , place pots & pans on the stove, set plates, utensils, and cups on the dining table & take picture of items in cupboards and drawers
- Kid friendly set up- kid plate set, high chair set up, pack & play set up, toys staged
- Living room- all lights on, coffee cup on the table, throw blanket across the couch, if you offer games have one set up partially
- Tv- post an image of streaming services offered if applicable
- Bedroom- throw blanket staged at the end of the bed
- Bathroom- ensure the toilet lid is shut, all towels are clean, matching, and neat
- Workspace- angle the chair, place a notepad & pen in middle, turn the desk light on, put a trash can under desk, angle the picture, list speed with this picture if you have high speed internet
- Coffee set up- add a note about anything special you offer on the picture
- Image of features like keyless entry
Taking your own pictures for your Airbnb isn’t impossible and can easily be done. Tiny tweaks can dramatically help boost how many people see your listing and in turn increase bookings.
