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Short Term Rental Riches

280. The 5-Star Pricing Strategy: How to Charge More as an Exceptional Host

Mar 25, 2025
14:05

Are you a short-term rental host with stellar reviews? If so, you might be sitting on a goldmine! In this episode, we break down how a perfect 5-star rating can significantly boost your pricing power. Using real data from cities like Palm Springs, Las Vegas, and Paris, we explore how top-rated listings perform and what pricing strategies you can implement to maximize your revenue.

What You’ll Learn:

  • How review scores impact your booking rates and pricing potential

  • The percentage of listings with perfect reviews in major STR markets

  • How to use dynamic pricing tools like PriceLabs for premium pricing

  • Why monitoring booking windows is crucial for revenue growth

  • The best setting to automate and optimize your STR pricing strategy

Having an exceptional review score isn’t just about bragging rights—it directly affects your revenue! This episode dives deep into how to position your property for premium pricing, boost occupancy, and take advantage of automated pricing strategies. Tune in to discover how you can make the most of your hard-earned 5-star status and increase your short-term rental income.

Resource Links: Check out our videos on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ShortTermRentalRiches Grab your free management eBook: https://strriches.com/#tools-resources Looking to earn more with your property (without the headaches)? Chat with our expert management team: https://strriches.com/management-services/

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