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The 2026 Host Report
Inside today's STR market: key findings from 1,363 hosts and owners.
What separates thriving hosts from those struggling to fill calendars? We surveyed 1,363 short-term rental hosts and property owners to uncover the trends, challenges, and strategies shaping the industry right now. Get the data-backed insights to stay ahead in 2026.
Why Try Touch Stay
Unlock the full potential of your guest experience with Touch Stay. Here’s what makes it an essential tool for modern hotels:
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AI Chatbot: Answers guest questions 24/7, so you're not fielding "what's the WiFi password?" at midnight.
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Touch Stay Store: Sell late checkouts, local experiences, and partner services directly to guests. Turn your guidebook into a revenue stream.
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Contact Collection: Capture guest emails before they access your guide, build your list, drive direct bookings.
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Data Dashboard: See what guests actually read, track engagement, and optimize your guidebook based on real data.
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One Dashboard, All Properties: Manage content for 1 or 100 properties from a single place. Update once, publish everywhere.
Generate your free guidebook in seconds.
Simply drop in your listing link.
Ready to elevate your guest experience?
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What are successful hosts doing differently in 2026?
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How are they handling new challenges?
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What tools are making the biggest impact?
Download the 2026 Host Report for a look into 1,300+ host's minds.
FAQ
The report features insights from 1,363 short-term rental hosts and property owners, covering key topics like performance metrics, guest communication trends, operational challenges, technology adoption, revenue strategies, and market sentiment for 2026. You'll get data-backed findings, real host perspectives, and actionable recommendations.
This report is designed for short-term rental hosts, property managers, vacation rental owners, and anyone involved in the STR industry. Whether you're managing one property or hundreds, you'll find valuable insights to improve your operations and guest experience.
Yes! The 2026 Host Report is completely free to download. Simply enter your email address and you'll receive instant access—no credit card or payment required.
Unlike reports that rely on limited data or industry estimates, our findings come directly from 1,363 active hosts who shared their real experiences, challenges, and strategies. It's authentic, current, and packed with practical insights you can implement immediately.
The report is 24 pages and designed to be easily digestible with clear data visualizations, charts, and actionable takeaways
The survey was conducted in late 2025, making this the most current snapshot of the STR industry available.
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