Airbnb has taken its hosting services to a whole new level by testing a feature that allows guests to order groceries through Instacart, according to reports by Bloomberg. While it may not be a revolutionary idea for guests who can already use any grocery app during their stay, this new service offers an added layer of convenience before the guest's arrival.
For instance, hosts can prepare for events like barbecues or parties ahead of time and have all the necessary ingredients at hand. This could prove particularly useful around holidays when hosting gatherings is a common occurrence.
As part of the pilot program, Airbnb will be reimbursing hosts $25 for every completed order through Instacart, provided they put the groceries away before the guests arrive. However, it's worth noting that guests will still need to put their own groceries away during their stay.
Potential customers can place an Instacart order up to three weeks in advance of their booking, adding another layer of planning and preparation into the hosting process.
The testing of this feature began on January 5 and is set to run for a period of three months to gauge how guests and hosts react. Initially, it will be available to "select hosts" across several US cities, including Phoenix, Orlando, and Los Angeles. This marks another unique integration by Airbnb, following its partnership with ChargePoint last year, which offered discounts on electric vehicle chargers to host.
The move is aimed at entice more hosts to install EV charging points, as part of a broader effort by the platform to attract eco-conscious hosts.
For instance, hosts can prepare for events like barbecues or parties ahead of time and have all the necessary ingredients at hand. This could prove particularly useful around holidays when hosting gatherings is a common occurrence.
As part of the pilot program, Airbnb will be reimbursing hosts $25 for every completed order through Instacart, provided they put the groceries away before the guests arrive. However, it's worth noting that guests will still need to put their own groceries away during their stay.
Potential customers can place an Instacart order up to three weeks in advance of their booking, adding another layer of planning and preparation into the hosting process.
The testing of this feature began on January 5 and is set to run for a period of three months to gauge how guests and hosts react. Initially, it will be available to "select hosts" across several US cities, including Phoenix, Orlando, and Los Angeles. This marks another unique integration by Airbnb, following its partnership with ChargePoint last year, which offered discounts on electric vehicle chargers to host.
The move is aimed at entice more hosts to install EV charging points, as part of a broader effort by the platform to attract eco-conscious hosts.
! like who doesn't love planning ahead and having everything they need when they arrive? especially during holidays it's super stressful trying to remember what you need for all those guests 
. this is a game changer for me, especially since i can already use grocery apps but now it's all in one place and convenient for both hosts and guests 
. I'm also loving that Airbnb is supporting its hosts by reimbursing them $25 for each order 
. it's not perfect though, still gotta put our own groceries away during the stay 
. can't wait to see how this works out in 3 months 
I think this new feature is a game-changer for hosting experiences 
. Not only does it save time and stress for both hosts and guests, but it also opens up more possibilities for creative entertaining 
. Plus, with Airbnb taking care of the $25 reimbursement, hosts can focus on the fun stuff too 
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. and hey, if it helps attract more eco-friendly hosts, who cares about the EV chargers too? 
hosts already have enough to deal with, now they gotta worry about the grocery shopping logistics too? 
i mean, i guess it's convenient for guests who can't be bothered to cook themselves, but for anyone else, this just seems like another way for hosts to lose money... and what's up with the $25 reimbursement? that's just a nice little bonus for hosts, not exactly changing their minds about using Instacart 
But isn't it weird that guests still gotta put their own groceries away after they arrive? 
. Still, if it's a win-win for hosts and guests, I'm all for it 
and what about all the extra planning and prep time for hosts? 3 weeks in advance of booking feels super far away... 
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lol anyway back 2 this new thing on airbnb... its so cool that they r tryin 2 make hosting easier, but can u imagine havin 2 take time off work 2 shop for groceries 3 wks in advance? 
. Maybe we'll see more sustainable options on the platform soon? Can't wait to try out this new feature myself!