Digital Guestbook for Vacation Rentals

Replace your paper guestbook with a modern digital one. Guests scan a QR code to leave reviews, share photos, and provide recommendations for future visitors.

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Perfect for Airbnb & VRBO Hosts

Build trust with authentic guest experiences

Why Hosts Love Digital Guestbooks

  • Never Gets Lost

    Paper guestbooks disappear, get damaged, or fill up. Digital guestbooks are permanent and unlimited.

  • Includes Photos

    Guests can share photos of their stay—powerful social proof for potential guests.

  • Export for Marketing

    Use reviews and photos on your listings, website, and social media.

  • Build Trust Before Booking

    Share your guestbook link with potential guests to showcase authentic experiences.

  • Local Recommendations

    Guests can share their favorite restaurants, activities, and hidden gems for future visitors.

Vacation Rental QR Code

Scan to see a demo vacation rental guestbook

How to Set Up Your Digital Guestbook

1

Create Your Guestbook

Sign up free and create a hub for your vacation rental. Add your property name, photos, and welcome message.

2

Display the QR Code

Print the QR code and place it somewhere visible—on the refrigerator, in the welcome binder, or framed on the wall.

3

Guests Scan & Share

Guests scan with their phone to read previous reviews and add their own. No app or account needed.

4

Use Reviews for Marketing

Export positive reviews and photos to use in your listings and marketing materials.

Perfect For All Rental Types

Airbnb Rentals

Supplement your Airbnb reviews with detailed guest experiences.

VRBO Properties

Build a library of authentic guest testimonials.

B&Bs and Inns

Capture guest memories and recommendations.

Cabins & Retreats

Share the unique experiences of your property.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a digital guestbook for vacation rentals?

A digital guestbook is an online space where your vacation rental guests can leave reviews, share photos of their stay, and write recommendations for future visitors. Unlike paper guestbooks that get lost or damaged, digital guestbooks are permanent, searchable, and can be shared with potential guests.

How does a QR code guestbook work for Airbnb rentals?

Display a QR code in your vacation rental (on the welcome guide, refrigerator, or near the door). Guests scan it with their phone camera, which opens your digital guestbook in their browser—no app needed. They can read previous reviews, view photos, and add their own experience.

Is a digital guestbook better than a paper guestbook?

Digital guestbooks offer several advantages: they can't be lost or damaged, guests can include photos, entries are searchable, you can share them with potential guests to build trust, and you can export reviews for marketing. Paper guestbooks often get lost, damaged, or have illegible handwriting.

Can I use guest reviews from my digital guestbook for marketing?

Yes. HelloAbout allows you to export reviews and photos from your digital guestbook. Use positive reviews in your Airbnb or VRBO listings, on your direct booking website, or in social media marketing. Guest photos showing them enjoying your property are powerful social proof.

Do guests need to download an app to use the guestbook?

No. HelloAbout digital guestbooks work entirely through the web browser. Guests simply scan the QR code and they're taken directly to your guestbook page—no app downloads, no account creation, no friction.

Can I moderate guestbook entries?

Yes. HelloAbout gives you control over your guestbook. You can moderate entries before they appear publicly if you prefer, ensuring only appropriate content is displayed.

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Create a digital guestbook for your vacation rental in under 2 minutes. Free to start.

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