Overview

Keybee is a dynamic, forward-thinking tech company here to change the short-term rental industry. We provide a data-driven approach to short-term rental support services and end-to-end solutions to the core needs of over 1 million Airbnb, Booking.com, and VRBO hosts worldwide.

Our experience has shown that trust and reliability are the most important factors when handing over the management of your property. To address these reasonable concerns, Keybee gives hosts full flexibility and control: no contracts, no commitments, no risk, and no hidden fees. We are confident that as soon as you try our services, you’ll never look back.

Pricing

9% of NET rental income (eg. nightly rate).

Features

Unified Inbox From All Connected OTAs – Yes, messages from all connected channels show up in the Keybee unified inbox.
Unified Calendar From All Connected OTAs – Yes. The calendar can be viewed in a monthly view for each property individually.
Unified Quote Management For All Connected OTAs –  Yes
Rate Management For All Connected OTAs – Yes
Channel Management for the Following OTAs

  • Airbnb (official Airbnb Partner)
  • Vrbo/HomeAway
  • Expedia Group
  • Booking.com (official Booking.com Partner)

 

Setup Service –  No onboarding fee for hosts with existing listings. Optional listing creation service for new hosts
Payment Processors – Integrates with Stripe
Accounting – No
Trust Accounting – No
Cleaning and Maintenance – Yes, we offer more than just scheduling. We offer a large network of professionals eg. cleaners, handymen, plumbers, and handle all aspects.
Reports – No
Channel Specific Promotions –  Yes
External Website integration – No
Internal Website Builder – No
Email Service Provider Integration – No
Review Aggregation from OTAs –  Automated guest reviews after each stay.
Guest Messaging – Yes. 24/7 instant guest messaging and phone support.
Guest ID Management – No
Automated Rental Agreements – No
Digital Signatures for Agreements – No
Internal Dynamic Pricing Tool –  Yes, in-house developed advanced pricing algorithm.
External Dynamic Pricing Integration – No
Security Deposits – No
Guest Damage Insurance – No
Guest Vetting – Yes, fully customizable vetting process.
Mobile App –  Yes
Smart Home –  Yes
Bookings Direct from Facebook – No
Smart Lock Integration – Not built-in, but compatible with all smart lock solutions
Upsells and Add-ons – Yes, custom quotes for extended stays, early check-ins, or late check-outs if the calendar allows.

Property Management Features
Invoicing –   No
Property Management Reports – No
Owner Login – Yes
Owner Statements –  Yes
Customer Service – 24/7/365 dedicated email, phone, and contact form support.

Pros

  • Keybee is a full-service property management solution.
  • Transparent pricing: A 9% management fee is calculated on net income (nightly rate).
  • No onboarding fee. There are no contracts, no minimum time of use, and no hidden fees.
  • No need for additional, costly third-party dynamic pricing and channel management tools.
  • Hosts don’t have to handle guest communication. We handle all guest messaging 24/7/365.
  • Hosts can be completely hands-off. Additional services like maintenance, repairs, and maintenance are available (upon quote).

Cons

  • No integration with direct booking websites
  • It is ideal for hosts who prefer a hands-off approach. Services are optional and customizable, so hosts who prefer handling certain aspects can pick the services they need most.
  • No accounting services like tax and utility bill handling

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