Question 1

How does an amenity upgrade increase my short-term rental ADR?

Accepted Answer

High-yield amenities like cedar barrel saunas, hot tubs, and EV chargers allow hosts to justify higher nightly pricing, stand out in search filters, and attract premium guest demographics, compounding your base ADR.

Question 2

How is the amenity investment payback period calculated?

Accepted Answer

The payback period is calculated by dividing total upfront amenity capital costs by the projected net annual revenue lift generated by the compound ADR increase, multiplied by 12 months.

Question 3

Which STR amenity offers the fastest ROI?

Accepted Answer

Low-cost, high-filter amenities like Pet Welcome Stations ($800 cost, ~8% lift) and Smokeless Firepits ($1,800 cost, ~5% lift) typically deliver the fastest full capital recovery windows.