{"id":97,"date":"2024-08-26T17:29:13","date_gmt":"2024-08-26T17:29:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/unpaqd.com\/blog\/?p=97"},"modified":"2025-07-28T15:44:23","modified_gmt":"2025-07-28T15:44:23","slug":"guide-to-book-a-homestay-on-bidyourstay","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/unpaqd.com\/blog\/guide-to-book-a-homestay-on-bidyourstay\/","title":{"rendered":"A Step-by-Step Guide to Booking a Homestay on Unpaqd"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Traveling is all about finding the perfect place to stay, but why settle for the first price you see? With Unpaqd, you can bid for homestays and save money, all while helping hosts fill their properties. In this blog, we&#8217;ll walk you through how to use our platform to find the perfect homestay and place your bid, but before we dive in a quick recap on why we started bidyourstay<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">My college roommate and I launched an Airbnb business, but dealing with offline booking requests quickly became a hassle. Travelers wanted to save up to 40% by bypassing the platform, and while hosts appreciated the boost in occupancy, the process was frustrating for both sides. The awkward discount negotiations, endless phone calls, constant back-and-forth, last-minute cancellations, and chasing down payments made the experience stressful. We realized there had to be a smoother, more efficient way for everyone involved that led to the Bidyourstay platform, let\u2019s show you how it\u2019s done \u2013<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><b>Step 1: Input Your Travel Details<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you first land on<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/unpaqd.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Unpaqd<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you\u2019ll be greeted with a simple and intuitive form. Here, you\u2019ll need to enter:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<li>Your travel dates<\/li>\n<li>The number of guests<\/li>\n<li>The city and location you\u2019re looking for a stay in<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-113 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/unpaqd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/BYS-Homepage-min.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"2880\" height=\"1344\" srcset=\"https:\/\/unpaqd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/BYS-Homepage-min.png 2880w, https:\/\/unpaqd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/BYS-Homepage-min-300x140.png 300w, https:\/\/unpaqd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/BYS-Homepage-min-1024x478.png 1024w, https:\/\/unpaqd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/BYS-Homepage-min-768x358.png 768w, https:\/\/unpaqd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/BYS-Homepage-min-1536x717.png 1536w, https:\/\/unpaqd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/BYS-Homepage-min-2048x956.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2880px) 100vw, 2880px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you&#8217;ve input these details, click &#8220;Search&#8221; to begin browsing the available homestays.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><b>Step 2: Browse Available Properties<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After entering your details, you\u2019ll be directed to our listings page (like<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/unpaqd.com\/listing?date_range=2024-08-27%2C2024-08-31&amp;guest=2&amp;cityId=14&amp;zoneIds=3\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">this example<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Here, you can scroll through various homestay options that match your search criteria.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each property listing will display:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Photos<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of the homestay<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Basic details<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> like the number of rooms, amenities, and the type of property<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>location<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>current price<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Latest reviews <\/b>\u00a0and overall rating<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-114 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/unpaqd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/BYS-property-listing.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"2844\" height=\"1526\" srcset=\"https:\/\/unpaqd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/BYS-property-listing.png 2844w, https:\/\/unpaqd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/BYS-property-listing-300x161.png 300w, https:\/\/unpaqd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/BYS-property-listing-1024x549.png 1024w, https:\/\/unpaqd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/BYS-property-listing-768x412.png 768w, https:\/\/unpaqd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/BYS-property-listing-1536x824.png 1536w, https:\/\/unpaqd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/BYS-property-listing-2048x1099.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2844px) 100vw, 2844px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If a property catches your eye, simply click on it to view more details.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><b><i>Pro tip &#8211; Use our intuitive filters to find your perfect homestay every time<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><b>Step 3: View Property Details<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you click on a listing, you\u2019ll be taken to the property details page, like<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/unpaqd.com\/property\/325\/2-BHK-Apartment-in-Candolim?date_range=2024-08-27%2C2024-08-31&amp;guest=2\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">this one<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here, you\u2019ll find in-depth information about the homestay, such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Description of the property<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additional <\/span><b>amenities<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> provided (Wi-Fi, kitchen, etc.)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Photos<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> showcasing the property in detail<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reviews from previous travelers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>current price<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and our special <\/span><b>\u201cBid to Book\u201d<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> option<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you\u2019re satisfied with the property and want to try your luck at getting it for a better price, it\u2019s time to place a bid.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-115 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/unpaqd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Bid-to-book.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"818\" height=\"764\" srcset=\"https:\/\/unpaqd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Bid-to-book.png 818w, https:\/\/unpaqd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Bid-to-book-300x280.png 300w, https:\/\/unpaqd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Bid-to-book-768x717.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 818px) 100vw, 818px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pro tip &#8211; 90% of the bids that get accepted by hosts are at a 0-205 discount from the listed price<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><b>Step 4: Place a Bid<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the standout features of Unpaqd is the ability to <\/span><b>place a bid<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on the property. Instead of simply booking at the listed price, you can suggest your own price. Here\u2019s how it works:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Click on the <\/span><b>\u201cBid to Book\u201d<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> button.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enter the amount you\u2019re willing to pay for the stay.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once your bid is submitted, the host will be notified.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The host has <\/span><b>60 minutes<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to either:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Accept your bid<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, locking in your price, or<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Counteroffer<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with a price that\u2019s closer to their desired rate<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The negotiation feature adds an exciting element to booking your stay, and it&#8217;s a win-win for both travelers and hosts!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><b>Step 5: Confirm the Booking<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once both you and the host agree on a price, you can proceed with payment to secure the booking. At this stage, the property is yours for the agreed-upon price.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On average, travelers who use the bidding feature save around <\/span><b>20%<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on their bookings, making it a smart way to stretch your travel budget further. Meanwhile, hosts benefit from increased occupancy, improving their bookings by an average of <\/span><b>15%<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><b>Conclusion<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By using Unpaqd, you get more than just a place to stay\u2014you can negotiate a better deal and enjoy a more personalized booking experience. Whether you\u2019re traveling for leisure or business, our platform makes it easy to find the right homestay at the right price. Start bidding today and see how much you can save on your next trip! please refer to our <a href=\"https:\/\/unpaqd.com\/term-of-use\">terms of use<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/unpaqd.com\/privacy-policy\">data laws<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/unpaqd.com\/payment-terms\">payment terms<\/a> for more details on our operations.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Traveling is all about finding the perfect place to stay, but why settle for the first price you see? With Unpaqd, you can bid for homestays and save money, all while helping hosts fill their properties. 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