The irruption of AirBNB and its effects on hotels' profitability: An analysis of Barcelona's hotel sector

Purpose: The aim of this study is to analyze the existence of a relationship between the presence of nearby substitute products, mainly Airbnb flats or rooms, and the effect on the revenue and profitability of hotels. Design/methodology/approach: The empirical study is based on the analysis of fina...

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Main Authors: Juan Aznar, Josep M Sayeras, Alba Rocafort, Jorge Galiana
Format: Article
Language:Catalan
Published: OmniaScience 2017-01-01
Series:Intangible Capital
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Online Access:http://www.intangiblecapital.org/index.php/ic/article/view/921