How clean should you leave your Airbnb?

Cleanliness: Guests should not leave the listing in a state that requires excessive or deep cleaning (moldy dishes, soiled carpets, stains from pets, etc.). Cleaning fees set by Hosts are only meant to cover the cost of standard cleaning between reservations (laundry, vacuuming, etc.).



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Health and safety: Listings should be free of health hazards (mold, pests, etc.). Cleanliness: Hosts should provide listings that meet a high standard of cleanliness (free of extensive dust, pet dander, dirty dishes, etc.).

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You shouldn't be responsible for washing anything in terms of sheets and towels, and the host won't expect you to. You should check the description of the Airbnb and ask the host if you are concerned, however.

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Cleaning Regulations and Guidelines for Airbnbs Unlike a hotel room, Airbnbs are not usually cleaned daily. In many ways, it's up to you as the host to decide how cleaning tasks will get done during a guest's stay. Some hosts provide guests with cleaning products for everyday spills and messes.

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Cleaning Regulations and Guidelines for Airbnbs Some hosts provide guests with cleaning products for everyday spills and messes. If your guests will be staying for an extended period of time, you might offer to clean the bathroom once a week.

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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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It's not uncommon for hosts to ask guests to take out the trash, run the dishwasher or start a load of laundry with the towels and sheets. There's no rule saying that Airbnbs can't do both — charge cleaning fees and require some light housekeeping.

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Airbnb doesn't allow for hidden cameras or any other types of concealed recording devices. It does allow hosts to install security cameras in or around the property – as long as they're not in private areas like bedrooms or bathrooms, and as long as they are properly disclosed.

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Clothes. Airbnb guests will (quite reasonably) expect empty wardrobes and drawers in their bedrooms. Whether you're renting out a single room or your entire property, your guests will need somewhere to store their own clothes and luggage and may feel uncomfortable if your clothing is still in evidence.

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Items can range from water bottles and snacks to a wine bottle to a magnet from a local gift shop. As Airbnb hosts, a gift basket is a great way to go the extra mile in the guests eyes. If you are striving to get all the positive reviews you can, consider leaving a welcome package of some soft the each group of guests.

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How do I declutter my Airbnb?
  1. Make some room. Your guests travel with their own belongings, so make sure you leave enough space for the item they bring. ...
  2. Focus on the bathroom and kitchen. ...
  3. Remove leftovers. ...
  4. Keep it organized. ...
  5. Balance between clutter-free and cozy.


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A Two-Hour Cleaning Checklist:
  1. Gather dirty linens and towels and load them into the washer––separately. ...
  2. Clean any dirty dishes––start a dishwasher load if necessary.
  3. Clean the bathrooms starting with the sink tops, shower/tub, toilets, mirror, faucet, and finally, door handles.
  4. Clean the kitchen.


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Some general recommendations are one roll for every two nights for a single guest and one roll for every booked night for two guests. Based on this, if you have four guests at your rental, you can leave two rolls for every booked night. You can always stock a few more rolls in the bathroom cabinet, just in case.

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For those of us who are new to hosting, leaving enough toilet paper for your airbnb guests is an absolute must. Host should supply guest on Airbnb with at least 2 rolls of toilet paper. Ideally, hosts should provide Airbnb guests with 4 toilet paper rolls per bathroom.

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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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Airbnb prohibits security cameras or recording devices that are in or that observe private spaces like bedrooms, bathrooms, or sleeping areas. You must indicate the presence of all security cameras or other recording devices in or around a listing, even if they're not turned on or hooked up.

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Many hosts will request that guests gather any used towels and place them somewhere. This makes it easier for them to know which items need to be washed. Plus, even in hotels, they often ask guests to designate which towels are dirty and when they need to be washed, so it's just the common sense thing to do.

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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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Treat your Host's home like your own Cleanliness: Guests should not leave the listing in a state that requires excessive or deep cleaning (moldy dishes, soiled carpets, stains from pets, etc.).

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What we don't allow. Physical intrusions: Hosts, guests, and those affiliated with them or working on their behalf must not access or attempt to access any private spaces without prior permission. In shared stays, this refers to bathrooms when the guest is inside, bedrooms, or beds in shared rooms.

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