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How do you become a super host?

What are the Airbnb Superhost requirements?
  1. Host at least 10 trips, or have 3 reservations that total at least 100 nights.
  2. Maintain a 90% response rate or higher.
  3. Maintain a 1% cancellation rate (1 cancellation per 100 reservations) or lower.
  4. Maintain a 4.8 overall rating.




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To qualify to be a Superhost, you'll have to be a primary Host and meet the following criteria: Response rate: You must have a 90% or higher response rate (within 24hrs) Number of stays: You must have completed 10+ stays that equal 100 nights or more. Cancelation rate: A cancellation rate of 1% or lower.

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To qualify for an Airbnb Superhost badge, you must: Host at least 10 trips, or have 3 reservations that total at least 100 nights. Maintain a 90% response rate or higher. Maintain a 1% cancellation rate (1 cancellation per 100 reservations) or lower.

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How Many Reviews Does it Take to Be a Superhost on Airbnb? Becoming a Superhost does not depend on the number of reviews you manage to collect. On the other hand, you do have to maintain a 4.8 or higher average overall rating and meet a number of other criteria.

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Airbnb superhost benefits The potential benefits of becoming a Superhost are: Earn extra money—Superhosts may earn more money by preferential positioning in Airbnb's search results pages. Attract more guests—Airbnb may feature you in their newsletter, plus the Superhost badge may attract more clicks.

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Access exclusive rewards Superhosts earn a $100 Airbnb coupon every year that they keep their status. And when they refer a new Host to sign up, Superhosts get an extra 20% on top of the usual referral bonus.

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Being a Superhost may get more eyeballs on your listing. Get bonus referral income—As a Superhost, you get 20% extra for any new users you onboard to Airbnb. Bonus travel coupon—At the end of each year, you'll receive a $100 travel coupon for use on Airbnb.

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Another benefit of Airbnb Superhost status is an increase in Airbnb income. Your booking increase will lead to an increase in rental revenue. Having Superhost status also enables you to charge a slightly higher rate, due to your reputation for excellent service.

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Every three months, Airbnb checks if you've met their requirements for the past year so you can earn or keep your Superhost status. To qualify for an Airbnb Superhost badge, you must: Host at least 10 trips, or have 3 reservations that total at least 100 nights. Maintain a 90% response rate or higher.

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Not everyone is a Superhost. As a traveler, booking an Airbnb with a Superhost label means the owner of your property has met a series of requirements set by Airbnb. These distinguish hosts who are responsive and have high ratings, frequent reservations and few cancellations.

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With an average of $44,235 per year, US hosts flaunt the highest average annual earnings. Second place goes to Australian hosts, who make an average of $27,988 per year, while those renting out properties in the UK earn the third spot taking in $22,196 per year on average.

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Booking with a Superhost also doesn't mean you'll necessarily be staying with them—you may have the place to yourself. Being a Superhost simply means providing outstanding hospitality.

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Most Hosts pay a flat service fee of 3% of the booking subtotal. The subtotal is your nightly price plus any optional fees you charge guests, like a cleaning fee, and doesn't include Airbnb fees and taxes.

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Deciding between Airbnb Plus and Superhost depends on your goals as a host. If you have a property that meets the strict design standards, offer a range of amenities, and want to provide a unique and exceptional experience to your guests, then Airbnb Plus might be the right choice for you.

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Airbnb Superhost Benefits I want guests to choose my listings because they know that they can trust me. That is by far the biggest benefit for me as a host. But, it does also get you access to a dedicated Superhost Support Line, and if you earn it 4x in a row, you receive a $100 Airbnb credit.

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The pros and cons of Airbnb hosting
  • Higher income compared to long-term letting. ...
  • Pick and choose your hosting dates. ...
  • Be as involved as you like. ...
  • Vet your guests before they arrive. ...
  • Demand set to increase. ...
  • It comes with a fee. ...
  • Bookings aren't guaranteed. ...
  • It requires your time and energy.


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Follow these host tips from the experts, and prepare to put in some good ol' fashioned hard work along the way.
  1. Run the Numbers. ...
  2. Price Against Hotels, Not Other Rentals. ...
  3. Know Your Local Laws. ...
  4. Furnish Affordably (But Tastefully!) ...
  5. Never Misrepresent the Property. ...
  6. Accrue 5-Star Reviews ASAP. ...
  7. Cleanliness Is Next to Godliness.


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Superhost status is automatically revoked at the next review date if the host did not meet the performance standards during the most recent 12 months. Airbnb may, but is not obligated to, notify hosts of their Superhost status revocation.

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Your identity verification status may be indicated on your listing with the label “identity verified” or across Airbnb as a red badge with a checkmark next to your profile photo.

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Airbnb likes listings that they know they can send visitors to and that those guests will book. Occupancy rates and availability have a huge weighting in Airbnb's search rankings. Have you ever noticed Airbnb places a “rare” tag next to a listing? These listings have occupancy rates & conversion rates.

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Host liability insurance, a part of AirCover for Hosts, provides Hosts with $1 million in coverage in the rare event you are found legally responsible for a guest getting hurt or their belongings being damaged or stolen while they're staying at your place.

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