Do Airbnb towels have to be white?

As for the best color towels for Airbnb guests, there isn't a universal consensus among hosts. Some hosts swear by white towels, while others opt for lighter colors like light blue or light grey, or darker colors that don't show stains as easily, like brown or navy.



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One of the most debated topics when it comes to towels for a short-term rental, is the colour. There is no clear answer to whether white or colourful towels are the best for your Airbnb. It is a debatable topic among hosts, since many swear by white towels other hosts prefer to have them in darker colours.

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White towels with black makeup removal cloths are our choice for Airbnb because they're the easiest to maintain—and we all know how important cleaning is for Airbnb hosts. In case of any stains, you can use spot treatments on white towels without damaging their crisp look.

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Comfort is key: best towel materials for Airbnb The material that most hosts choose from are: Egyptian cotton (not too thick, but absorbent, and dries easily) Turkish cotton (long fibers, dries quickly) Bamboo fiber (thick and absorbent)

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Which Amenities Are Included In My Airbnb Booking? Airbnb hosts provide 5 essential amenities to guests: toilet paper, soap, linens, a towel (per guest) and a pillow (per guest). Expect these amenities no matter what “type” of place you book (private, shared, short-term, long-term).

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However, most Airbnb hosts will provide you with towels since it's a basic amenity that all guests require. Since you'll likely not carry your own towel, hosts provide you with towels to increase your chances of booking with them and to improve their rental's reputation with a positive review from you.

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Airbnb recommends offering a minimum of: One towel per guest. One pillow per guest. Linens for each guest bed.

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For hassle-free maintenance, we recommend white towels. Wear and tear is at the highest level at Airbnbs, so when stains appear (it's inevitable), you can use oxygen bleach on white towels without fear of ruining the color.

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Essential amenities are the basic items that a guest expects in order to have a comfortable stay. These include: Toilet paper. Soap (for hands and body)

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If you don't properly clean your towels, they can grow mold or mildew and start to have a musty smell that is not ideal for guests. You will need to replace them often to keep them soft and fluffy. Aim to replace your Airbnb bath towels every three to six months.

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Airbnb prohibits security cameras or recording devices that are in or that observe private spaces like bedrooms, bathrooms, or sleeping areas.

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If you manage 6 or more listings, you can add additional fees to your listing and collect them at the time of booking. These include: Resort fees: For amenities or services provided by places within a resort or hotel. Linen fees: For linens and towels.

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By investing in white sheets you are able to bleach them with every wash. How many sets of Airbnb sheets should you have? Hosts should always have 2-3 sheet sets per bed.

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Unless you have a pool or a jacuzzi in your rental or you're near a beach, beach towels aren't a necessity for your Airbnb rental. Make sure you have both beach towels and bath towels and indicate for your guests which one is which to ensure they don't run out of bath towels.

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Remember that the host can also give guests a rating, so washing your sheets is an excellent idea to ensure a gleaming review from your host.

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Strip the bed and group dirty linens together. However, it's not necessary to make the bed or fold any linens, as your host will throw them all in the wash anyway.

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Offering unique amenities particularly helps Airbnb listings stand out. For example, you could provide breakfast items or beach towels and chairs. In some areas, something as simple as offering free parking could be a big deal. Convince guests that they couldn't possibly stay anywhere else—including a local hotel room.

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