Adriaan de Jager
Aug 25, 2025 • 2 min readYour guests already booked your place, that’s great! But that doesn’t mean the transaction ends there. With a few smart upsell options, you can increase your revenue and enhance the guest experience at the same time. Here are six proven upsell ideas for vacation rental owners, plus how Bookingmood helps you offer them in a seamless, non-pushy way.
Guests are already in the mindset to spend
Small extras feel like valuable add-ons, not big decisions
You boost income without adding more bookings or properties
Let’s dive into the ideas!
Time is precious, especially when traveling. Guests love the option to start their holiday early or squeeze in a few extra hours before heading home. Tip with Bookingmood: Mention availability for flexible check-in/check-out during booking or offer it as an optional extra in your confirmation emails.
Who doesn’t love arriving to a chilled bottle of wine, snacks, or local specialties You can create:
A “Romantic welcome” pack
A “Family fun” bundle with snacks and games
A “Local flavor” basket with regional goodies
Bookingmood bonus: Add these options directly to your booking form or highlight them in automated pre-arrival messages.
If your area is great for cycling, hiking, or paddleboarding; why not rent out the gear? It’s convenient for guests and extra income for you. How to use Bookingmood: Add a custom note or section on your property page or in follow-up emails offering this service.
Help guests get to your place stress-free. Partner with a local taxi or shuttle service and take a small commission or just provide the convenience.
Some guests (especially longer-stayers) love a mid-week tidy-up or fresh towels. Offer this as an optional add-on. With Bookingmood: You can easily manage and communicate these services via automated guest messages.
Team up with local tour guides, cooking classes, or wine tastings. You can offer:
Guided hikes
Boat trips
Farm visits
Yoga sessions
Add value, not just cost. Guests love personal recommendations, especially when they’re local secrets.
Whatever you upsell, make sure:
It feels optional (not pushy)
Pricing is clear
The booking process is smooth
Bookingmood lets you:
Send custom confirmation emails with upsell offers
Add “optional extras” during booking
Keep communication personal and on-brand
Upselling isn’t about squeezing guests for more money. It’s about offering more value, enhancing their stay, and making your property stand out. With the right tools we offer with Bookingmood, it’s easy to offer extras that guests will thank you for. Try Bookingmood free and start boosting your revenue without extra hassle.