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Pedro Reis spent eight years managing a four-star hotel in Crickhowell before building Guesture — six of them simultaneously running short-term rentals unpaid. This is what that background actually taught him, and why it matters for every property he manages today.

Every Guesture client relationship has started the same way — a face-to-face conversation before anything was signed. Pedro Reis explains why that is not a sales approach but an operating principle, and what it means for how Guesture works.

Plum Guide rejects 97% of properties. Guesture only works with the ones that can meet that standard - or commit to getting there. Pedro Reis explains why selectivity is a principle, not a policy.

Registration, visitor levy, safety certificates, 182-day rule — the complete picture of Wales holiday let regulations in 2026. What's changing, how it connects, and what to do now.

The 182-day rule explained for Welsh holiday let owners. Council tax vs business rates, what counts as a letting day, and how to hit the threshold in 2026.

Gas safety, EICR, PAT testing, fire risk assessment — every safety certificate Welsh holiday let owners need in 2026. Full compliance checklist from Guesture.

Cardiff Council confirmed the visitor levy on 26 March 2026. Here's what short-term rental owners need to know — rates, timeline, and what to do now.

Dear Property Owners, We hope this message finds you well! We're writing to share some important information about a new legal requirement that will affect your visitor accommodation in Wales. What's Changing? The Welsh Government has introduced the Visitor Accommodation (Register and Levy) Etc. (Wales) Act 2025 , which means that from autumn 2026  (registration opens October 1st), anyone taking bookings for overnight stays in Wales must register their property with the Welsh

By Nia, Communication & Guest Experience | Strategic Input: Pedro Reis Introduction Here's something I see all the time in property management: a single Instagram account flooded with dozens of different properties, all pushing the management company's logo front and centre. The caption reads "Book with [Management Company Name]!" and somewhere in the corner, barely visible, is the actual property. Sound familiar? This is what I call the umbrella branding trap—and it's everyw

Hospitality is best when the logistics are invisible. At Guesture, we’re thrilled that the technology powering our guest experience just swept the 2026 Hotel Tech Awards—winning Best Guest App for the third year running. For our guests in Cardiff and Newport, this means a seamless digital concierge and effortless extras at your fingertips. By combining world-class tech with our personal touch, we’re raising the standard for stays across Wales. Experience "care through order"

Cardiff Airbnb Insurance & Liability (2026) – What Hosts Actually Need If you’re running a short-term rental in Cardiff (or anywhere in Wales), one of the biggest hidden risks is being unknowingly uninsured . Standard home insurance is usually invalid once you start hosting paying guests , and relying on Airbnb’s AirCover alone can leave serious gaps — especially around liability, exclusions, documentation requirements, and non-Airbnb bookings. This guide explains the insuran

The Question We’re Asked Most Often “So if we onboard with you, we don’t need to pay Airbnb and Booking.com fees anymore… right?” It’s a fair question — and a very common one. Platform commissions can feel substantial, and the idea of removing them altogether is naturally appealing. However, there’s an important distinction to understand about how Guesture actually works. We Work With OTAs — Not Instead of Them Here’s the simple truth: Guesture does not replace Airbnb, Booki

Target Keywords:  Bristol short-term rental market 2026, Airbnb regulations Bristol C5, Bristol property management ROI, serviced accommodation Bristol trends, professional Airbnb management Bristol. Executive Summary: The 'New Normal' for Bristol Hosts As we move into 2026, the Bristol short-term rental (STR) landscape has transitioned from the 'wild west' of casual hosting into a sophisticated, professionalised asset class. With the introduction of the National Registration

In 2026, Cardiff’s event calendar is packed — from stadium shows and castle concerts to Six Nations weekends and summer festivals. In this post, Nia at Guesture breaks down what’s coming and what it could mean for short-stay demand and nightly rates across the city. If you own a property in Cardiff—or you've been considering entering the short-term rental market—I have some genuinely exciting news to share with you. As we've been mapping out what's ahead for our Cardiff prope

Cleanliness is the single most important factor in short-stay guest satisfaction and 5-star reviews. This guide breaks down the professional, hotel-grade cleaning standards Guesture uses to consistently achieve exceptional cleanliness feedback across a large portfolio of short-term rental properties. Written by Pedro Reis, Founder of Guesture , the article explains what “professional cleaning” actually means in practice — from room-by-room checklists and linen standards to in

Is professional short-term rental management worth the fee — or is self-management better for your Cardiff property?  This cost analysis breaks down the real numbers behind both options, including time investment, hidden costs (pricing mistakes, missed bookings, slower response times), and the typical revenue uplift from professional management. Written by Pedro Reis (Founder of Guesture) , this guide is designed for Cardiff hosts who want a clear, practical comparison — not

Modern short-term rentals require more than a set of keys and flexible arrival times. Owners need systems that protect their property, support guests arriving at any hour, and remove the operational friction that leads to stress, mistakes, and poor reviews. This guide explains how Guesture’s 24/7 self check-in and advanced guest verification work together to deliver secure, professional, contactless access across Cardiff and Wales. We’ll cover why traditional handovers and lo

Cardiff Short-Term Rental Insights from Real Operators Guesture shares practical, evidence-led guidance for property owners across Cardiff, Newport and Bristol. These articles are written from hands-on experience managing short-term rentals at scale — covering compliance, pricing, guest standards, channel strategy, and operational systems that protect reviews and maximise net performance. Start with the essentials If you’re new to short-term rentals, begin with regulation and

The Hotel Manager Who Built Guesture: 6 Years Unpaid