A well-furnished interior is not only about aesthetics but also an effective tool to attract bookings. If you plan to rent out your apartment short-term in Warsaw, Kołobrzeg, Międzyzdroje, or Świnoujście, make sure the interior not only looks good in photos but also meets guests' expectations. In this guide, we present a comprehensive plan to prepare your apartment for rental.
Your apartment should not look like a storage room for family memorabilia. Short-term rental requires an aesthetic that appeals to a wide range of clients. Scandinavian, minimalist, modern, or hotel style – these sell well.
Tip: opt for neutral colors, limit the number of accessories, ensure stylistic consistency throughout the entire space.
Guests judge their stay, among other things, based on sleep quality. The mattress cannot be random. Invest in a comfortable mattress at least 140x200 cm (or two single beds that can be joined) and ensure clean, fresh-smelling bedding.
Tip: there should be at least 2 pillows and a duvet per person in the set, free of stains and wear.
Guests do not expect a MasterChef kitchen, but want a place to boil water and have dinner. The minimum includes:
kettle, stove, pots, plates, cutlery for the number of people
clean fridge, basic spices, glasses, mugs
Tip: Make sure sets of glasses and mugs match and are not a mix, and ensure appliances work and cupboards are clean. Plastic forks from a wedding? Throw them away.
You don't have to create a SPA, but cleanliness is an absolute priority. Seals, shower, mirrors – everything must shine. Standard includes 2 towels per person, soap, toilet paper, and hair dryer.
Tip: it's worth providing a mini starter kit: shampoo, gel – a bonus for hospitality.
More and more people combine rest with work. It's good to provide:
desk or table + comfortable chair
power sockets nearby, fast internet (minimum 100 Mb/s) - essential if you want international guests!
Tip: note in the listing that the apartment is "remote work friendly".
Full-length mirror
Coat rack, umbrella
Coffee table and bedside lamp
Tip: small things that make a big difference in the overall guest experience.
A professional photo session is a must-have. Phone photos, in artificial light, from odd angles discourage bookings.
Tip: invest in a photographer specializing in interiors. Solarento offers this service as part of apartment onboarding.
Smart lock (no need to collect keys)
TV with access to Netflix/YouTube
Online check-in system
Before listing your apartment on Airbnb or Booking.com, look at it through the guest’s eyes. Does everything work? Is anything missing? Does it make a good first impression?
A well-prepared interior means more bookings, better reviews, and higher profits. Don’t have time to handle all this yourself?
At Solarento, we take care of everything: from helping you with decor, through the photo session, to managing bookings and guest service.
