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Instructions: How to Create a "Hotel, Guesthouse, Resort, or Recreation Area" Listing on the MEIMAN Platform


1. Preparation

Before you start, make sure you have:

  • The name of the property.

  • Star rating (if applicable).

  • Full address (region, city, street, house number).

  • At least 5 high-quality photos of the property.

  • Information about amenities, house rules, and booking rules.

  • Cooperation form details (full name, tax ID number, and registration address for individuals; bank details and legal information for companies).


2. Logging into Your Profile and Starting the Listing

On a computer:

  1. Go to the MEIMAN website.

  2. Click on your profile icon in the top right corner.

On a mobile device (in the app):

  1. Tap the profile icon in the bottom right corner.

  2. In the pop-up window, select "Switch Mode".

  3. Switch to Host Mode.

  4. Tap "My Properties".


3. Creating a New Property

  1. In My Properties, click the Plus (+) icon in the top right corner.

  2. A brief description of MEIMAN’s project will appear — click "Continue".

  3. Select the property category:
    — Hotel,
    — Guesthouse,
    — Resort,
    — Recreation Area (NOT private apartments or condos).

  4. Enter:

    • The property name.

    • The property's star rating (1-star, 2-star, 3-star, etc.).

  5. Click "Continue".


4. Entering the Property Address

  1. Select your region, city, street, and house number.

  2. Pin the property's location manually on the map.

  3. Click "Continue".


5. Uploading Property Photos

  • Upload at least 5 high-quality photos of your property.

  • The more good photos you upload, the better your listing will perform.

  • Click "Continue".


6. Filling Out Property Information

  1. Property Description:
    Highlight what makes your property unique and attractive.

  2. Amenities:
    Select available amenities across different categories:

    • Basics (Wi-Fi, air conditioning, housekeeping, etc.).

    • Entertainment (cinema room, games).

    • Family amenities (children’s books, cribs, etc.).

  3. Meals:

    • Indicate if meals are available.

    • Choose the type (breakfast/lunch/dinner included or available for an extra charge).

    • Specify prices if meals are not included.

  4. Parking:

    • Indicate if parking is available.

    • Specify if it's free or paid.

    • Add any additional parking details.


7. Setting House Rules

  • Specify check-in and check-out times.

  • Define check-in flexibility (fixed or flexible).

  • Set permissions for:

    • Smoking.

    • Parties.

    • Pets.

    • Children.


8. Setting Booking Rules

  • Set the minimum rental period (in days).

  • Choose the booking method:

    • Request to book (requires confirmation).

    • Instant booking.

  • Set prepayment amount:

    • Minimum 10%, maximum 100%.

  • Specify the cancellation policy.


9. Guest Readiness

  • Choose when you are ready to start hosting:

    • Immediately after publication.

    • From a specific date.


10. Choosing Cooperation Format

  • Select the cooperation format:

    • Standard

    • Business

  • Fill in:

    • Full name, tax ID, and address (for individuals).

    • Legal and bank information (for companies).


11. Publishing the Property

  1. Click "Next".

  2. Click "Publish".

  3. Your listing will go through moderation (approval usually takes about 1 hour).

  4. After approval, your property will appear on the website.


12. Adding Rooms (or Beds)

  1. Go back to My Properties.

  2. Open the property listing.

  3. Click the Plus (+) icon next to "Accommodation Options."

  4. Choose:

    • Room or Bed.


13. Filling Out Room Details

  1. Enter:

    • Room name (e.g., Standard, Deluxe, Junior Suite).

    • Room category:

      • Single room.

      • Double room (one bed / two separate beds).

      • Triple room, Family Suite, Presidential Suite, etc.

  2. Specify:

    • Number of adults.

    • Number of children.

    • Number of beds.

  3. Upload at least 5 photos of the specific room or bed.

  4. Enter:

    • Approximate room size.

    • Detailed room description.

    • Internal room name (only visible to the owner).

  5. Select the amenities available in the room.


14. Setting Rate and Price

  1. Choose the rate plan for the room.

  2. Set the nightly price.

  3. Click "Continue" and then "Publish."


Notes

  • A minimum of 5 high-quality photos is mandatory for both the property and each room.

  • Fill in all fields as detailed as possible to maximize booking chances.