Kenyan hoteliers are facing significant challenges due to a surge in disruptive, short-notice bookings, largely attributed to increased competition from Airbnb and similar short-term rental platforms.

• A Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) survey found that many leisure and business trips are now confirmed less than 14 days before arrival, with some events booked in under 10 days.
• These shortened booking windows lead to heightened risks of cancellations and no-shows, impacting hotels' ability to plan staffing, manage inventory, and forecast revenue.
• Hoteliers are experiencing growing uncertainty over future occupancy levels, with alternative accommodation providers like Airbnb diverting demand.