Good Morning Hospitality GMH EU: BONUS – UK Market Outlook with Dale Smith of Host & Stay
In this special bonus episode, Leo Walton is joined by Dale Smith, Founder and CEO of Host & Stay, for an in-depth conversation on the current state of the UK short-term rental market.
They discuss shifting guest expectations, ADR trends, property manager challenges, and why 2025 may be a year of consolidation and recalibration for many operators.
Dale shares insights on portfolio performance across Brighton, Liverpool, and Whitby, along with thoughts on booking behaviors, platform dynamics, and the increasing need for quality and professionalization.
Catch Dale again as guest host on this UK Market Review special!
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