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Meeting Guests on Their Preferred Platform: Why WhatsApp + Smoobu Is a Game-Changer

When a guest books a stay, their first impression isn’t just about the property—it’s about how and where you communicate. Email? It gets buried. Airbnb or Booking.com inboxes? Often ignored.

Notify My GuestAugust 5, 20252 min read
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When a guest books a stay, their first impression isn’t just about the property—it’s about how and where you communicate. Email? It gets buried. Airbnb or Booking.com inboxes? Often ignored.

WhatsApp, on the other hand, is where your guests already are.

💬 Guests Already Use WhatsApp — So Should You

With over 2 billion users globally and open rates nearing 98%, WhatsApp is the gold standard for real-time communication. Compared to traditional email or OTA inboxes, it gives hosts a direct line to their guests.

Benefits of using WhatsApp messaging:

  • ✅ Messages are seen and read almost instantly

  • ✅ Guests feel more at ease using a familiar app

  • ✅ Faster response time means fewer pre-arrival doubts

🔗 How Notify My Guest + Smoobu Make This Possible

When you connect your Smoobu account with Notify My Guest, a powerful automation kicks in:

Each time a new reservation appears in Smoobu, Notify My Guest automatically sends a personalized WhatsApp message to the guest, using their name, booking dates, and property details.

No apps to manage. No copy-pasting. No missed opportunities to impress.

📲 Communication That Feels Natural

Your guests already trust WhatsApp. When they receive your check-in details or welcome message there, it feels like a natural conversation, not a cold transactional alert.

That familiarity translates to:

  • ✅ Smoother communication

  • ✅ Fewer pre-arrival questions

  • ✅ A more relaxed, informed guest experience

👌 Hosts Love It — So Do Guests

“We used to rely on Airbnb messaging, but guests would often miss important info. Since switching to Notify My Guest with Smoobu, we’ve reduced questions and improved review scores.” – Host in Portugal

This isn’t just about convenience. It’s about building trust before your guests even step inside the door.

🚀 Try It Free — No Credit Card Required

Start your 14-day free trial now and experience how effortless and powerful automated WhatsApp messaging can be.

You’ll be up and running before your next booking comes in.


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Frequently asked questions

Why does the messaging channel matter so much?

A guest's first impression is shaped by how and where you communicate. Email gets buried and OTA inboxes are often ignored, while WhatsApp, with open rates near 98%, is where your guests already are and reply almost instantly.

What does Notify My Guest send when a Smoobu booking comes in?

Each time a new reservation appears in Smoobu, Notify My Guest automatically sends the guest a personalized WhatsApp message using their name, booking dates, and property details. No apps to manage and no copy-pasting.

Will the message feel personal or like a cold automated alert?

Because it arrives on WhatsApp, an app guests already trust, your check-in details and welcome feel like a natural conversation rather than a transactional notification. That familiarity builds trust before guests even arrive.

Do guests need to install anything to receive messages?

No. Guests receive your message on the WhatsApp they already use every day, so there is nothing for them to download or set up.

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