How to Start an Airbnb Business in Pakistan

Pakistan's hospitality and short-term rental market is experiencing rapid growth, with cities like Jhelum, Islamabad, Lahore, and Murree seeing increasing demand for quality holiday accommodation.

Step 1: Understand the Market

Before listing, research what guests are looking for in your area. In Jhelum, families visiting for weddings, corporate guests, and weekend travellers are the primary market.

Key factors guests look for:

  • Location — proximity to the city centre, motorway access, or scenic spots
  • Clean, modern interiors — professionally styled and furnished
  • Wi-Fi and AC — non-negotiable for most bookings
  • Parking — essential in Punjab cities
  • Kitchen facilities — many guests prefer self-catering

Step 2: Prepare Your Property

Your property should be guest-ready before listing:

  1. 1Deep clean — hire professionals like Cleaxa for a thorough pre-launch clean
  2. 2Furnish properly — comfortable beds, quality linen, a functional kitchen
  3. 3Add essentials — toiletries, towels, tea/coffee supplies
  4. 4Install safety features — smoke alarm, secure locks, first-aid kit
  5. 5Take professional photos — good photos directly increase bookings by 40%

Step 3: Set the Right Price

Research comparable listings in your city. For Jhelum:

  • Standard room: PKR 3,000–6,000/night
  • Full house (2BR): PKR 8,000–15,000/night
  • Luxury villa: PKR 20,000–40,000/night

Dynamic pricing (adjusting for weekends, holidays, and events) can increase your revenue by 25–35%.

Step 4: List on Multiple Platforms

Don't rely on one platform. List on:

  • BookKaaro — for Jhelum locals and Pakistani travellers
  • Airbnb — for international reach
  • Booking.com — business travellers
  • WhatsApp Business — direct bookings with zero commission

Step 5: Manage Guest Experience

  • Respond to enquiries within 1 hour
  • Send check-in instructions 24 hours before arrival
  • Be available for support during stays
  • Request reviews after every checkout

Step 6: Consider a Co-Host or Property Manager

If managing bookings yourself is too time-consuming, BookKaaro's co-hosting and property management service handles everything for a 18–25% commission.

Ready to list your property? Contact BookKaaro on WhatsApp or create a listing directly on our platform.