Airbnb management services in Chelsea
StayinLondon provides personalised property management services for short and monthly stays in Chelsea. By combining short, medium-term and longer term rentals we earn you more than traditional long-term tenancies.
Our Chelsea Airbnb Management Services
We provide services in Chelsea and in London’s Zones 1&2, focusing on 2+ bedroom properties - apartments and town houses. We’re small, local and personal, focused on London only and experts in our field, working profitably from 2016.
We pride ourselves in having real Londoners behind the brand name and in front of our guests and clients!
How Much Can Airbnb Generate for your Chelsea Property?
Our average occupancy rate in 2023 across our portfolio is above 80% and average daily rate is £250.
After all the costs are taken into account our clients make 30% or more compared to traditional long-term assured tenancy model and keep the flexibility to utilise the property themselves when needed.
Is there demand for short-term rentals in Chelsea?
Absolutely! In 2022, 15.6 million international tourists visited London, and projections show the figure could rise to over 18 million in 2023, closer to its pre-pandemic levels. There were nearly 100k listings in London in 2023 with an average annual revenue of nearly £45k per property and an average daily rate of £186.3 (Data source: www.airdna.co)
Chelsea short-term rental statistics for 2025
Chelsea market data for 2025
Airbnb's in Chelsea have been performing very well this year. There are 2.5k active short-term rental listings, revenue per available room (RevPAR) has increadse by 38%, daily rate is at £338 - up by 16% compared to last year. Average annual revenue per listing is £79.8k, which is £6650 per month.
Number of airbnb listings in Chelsea
Currently there are 1.5k listings with availability in Chelsea on airbnb, this doesn't include other platforms like booking.com. 50% were 1-bedroom apartments and only 31% were 2-bedroom apartments, that are currently in the highest demand. So if you're property is 2-bedrooms or more - you won't have any problems filling up the available dates!
What's growth like in 2023?
Since March 2023 the number of listings has been growing steadily in line with the growing demand for short-term rentals in Chelsea, up by 48% vs 2022.
FAQ
Find quick answers to the most common questions about this service.
Understanding Instant Book
Instant Book is a feature that allows guests to book a property immediately without waiting for host approval. Hosts can enable this feature to increase their booking rates and provide a seamless experience for guests.
Guests appreciate the convenience of Instant Book, especially for last-minute travel plans.
Setting Up Your Hosting
To set up Airbnb hosting, create an account and click on 'Become a Host.' Fill in the required information about your property, including location, amenities, and pricing.
Upload quality photos and write a detailed description to attract guests. Once your listing is complete, you can start accepting bookings.
The Airbnb Host Guarantee provides protection for hosts against damages caused by guests. It covers up to $1 million in damages, ensuring that hosts can feel secure when renting out their properties.
This guarantee is not a substitute for homeowners insurance but offers additional peace of mind for hosts.
Airbnb offers several cancellation policies that hosts can choose from, including Flexible, Moderate, and Strict. Each policy has different rules regarding refunds and cancellation timelines.
Guests should review the cancellation policy before booking to understand their options in case they need to cancel their reservation.
Airbnb Experiences are activities hosted by locals that allow guests to explore a destination in a unique way. These can include guided tours, cooking classes, and adventure activities. Experiences are designed to provide a deeper understanding of the local culture.
Guests can browse and book experiences through the Airbnb platform, enhancing their travel experience beyond just accommodation.
Airbnb charges service fees to hosts. In London hosts pay 15.5% + VAT of the booking subtotal, depending on the reservation's total cost. This fee helps Airbnb maintain the platform and provide customer support.
This fee is deducted from the payout hosts receive after a guest checks in.
We will collect guests’ accommodation payments to our Safeguarded Client Deposit Account, prepare a monthly report with all the booking details, which is available for you to see on client dashboard online, then deduct our commission and make a monthly transfer to your account.
See what your property could earn
Free, no-obligation valuation within 24 hours. We'll tell you honestly whether short-letting is the right move.