What is the best STR Guest Guide Book?

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I am looking to create a guest guide book. I was referred to touchstay.com which seems good but I want to see if there other options that might be better.

Thanks,

Kyle

Michael Baum · Answer

I have a 3 ring binder. I keep it updated with all sorts of local stuff. Easy and low cost.

Simple for folks to access.

Frankly I think too many people try and "automate" everything with technology that they complicate things so much that it is hard to manage.

Remember you will get older folks staying and they might not want to try and use a tablet.

James R. · Answer

I agree with Michael.  We have our Guide Book on the counter in the kitchen.

People like to have something to look through, plus other guests leave flyers from places where they ate etc. with notes like, "Great food" etc. written on them.  These are the best recommendations.

Krishnan Iyer · Answer

Ditto @Michael Baum - a simple 3 ring binder and I update/replace it if it looks even a bit worn down. A simple non-tech solution.

Kyle Jacques · Answer

Its not a bad way to be , i am hoping this is a set and forget it thing. If it becomes a project, I will do the same as you.

Kyle Jacques · Answer

The only reason I even considered this is we stayed in an Airbnb in Temecula CA and the APP they used was awesome for info and details. But clearly I am struggling with it, so maybe binder is better

Andrew Steffens · Answer

We have a guest app and guidebook through our PMS, but before that we made a Google Doc.  It was easy to update and we would send a link with automations to all new guests.  We would also keep a hard copy in the unit.  For 1 listing I do not think you need to overdo it.

Jeff Langley · Answer

I don’t do any. I’m a millennial, so figure people can google whatever they desire. I’m all about less is more, it allows me to put more focus on higher priority items.

But then again, some people dislike that aspect of me 😊

Patricia Andriolo-Bull · Answer

It was fairly easy to setup and to add properties using the first guide as a template for subsequent guides.  It seems a little clunky from a guest perspective.  Frankly, I am trying to find ways to save money.  Tired of the subscription world creeping into my business, too.  Wish there was a better way than all of these add on automations but this is definitely nicer than the old fashioned hard copy book that gets gross after a couple of guests touch it.

Kyle Jacques · Answer

What are your likes and dislikes with it?

Kyle

Patricia Andriolo-Bull · Answer

I use Touchstay.

What is the best STR Guest Guide Book?

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