Why this matters
Finding a place that truly meets access needs can be hard. Guests often rely on vague phrases like “wheelchair friendly,” only to discover steps at the door or a bathroom that doesn’t work for them. Our new Accessibility Features make this clearer for everyone: guests can filter by specific features, and hosts can accurately highlight what their place provides.
What’s new
Every listing on Bookably now includes an Accessibility Features section with a simple, multi-select list. Hosts tick what’s available; guests can filter by the same options when searching.
Current options
- Step-free entrance
- Step-free interior (between bedroom, bathroom, kitchen/living)
- Ground-floor unit
- Lift / elevator access
- Wide doorways (≥ 81 cm / 32 in)
- Accessible parking on-site
- Roll-in (curbless) shower
- Grab bars in bathroom
- Shower chair provided
- Raised toilet / seat available
- Visual alerts (doorbell and/or fire alarm)
- Service animals welcome
Each item is plain-language and binary (yes/no) to keep things accurate for hosts and easy for guests to filter.
How it works for guests
- Filter by exactly what you need (e.g., “Roll-in shower”, “Step-free entrance”).
- See it at a glance on each listing page before you book.
- Fewer surprises thanks to specific, verifiable features.
How it works for hosts
Adding Accessibility Features takes less than a minute:
- Edit your listing.
- Tick every item that genuinely applies today.
- (Recommended) Add 1–2 photos showing key features like step-free entrance, roll-in shower, or grab bars.
- Update this whenever features change.
Accurate selections improve search visibility and guest trust.
Our approach
- Plain English, not legal jargon: We avoid vague claims like “fully accessible” and focus on specific, verifiable features.
- NZ English & measurements: Clear local phrasing (metres/centimetres) where relevant.
- Designed for filtering: Each option maps directly to search filters.
Try it now
- Hosts: Update your listing today so the right guests can find you.
- Guests: Use the Accessibility Features filter to discover stays that match your needs across Aotearoa New Zealand.