How does Airbnb check-in work?

Any time after their designated check-in time on their arrival date, guests can conveniently gain access via:
  1. A key lockbox.
  2. A smartlock.
  3. A keypad.
  4. A key or access via the building staff, such as a doorperson or front desk attendant, who must be available 24/7 to do so.




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The host of the property typically sends check-in instructions to the guest. The instructions will be sent via the Airbnb app, email, or text, depending on the host's preference. The host may also include additional information such as local attractions, restaurants and other tips for the guest's stay.

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You can add step-by-step check-in instructions using the Airbnb mobile app on iOS or Android. The platform will automatically share your instructions with confirmed guests three days before they arrive at your home.

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If check-in or checkout times aren't specified in the listing description, then the default check-in time is 3:00 PM and checkout is 11:00 AM (local time), unless otherwise noted by the Host.

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Although each host and property manager has a different approach, here are some details you should definitely include in your check-in instructions message:
  1. Check-in time;
  2. Directions to the property;
  3. Parking instructions;
  4. Steps that guests need to take to gain access to your property;


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Use a Lockbox A portable lockbox is one of the easiest solutions to handing over a key to a guest. Pretty much just a portable safe that holds your house key, these tiny lockboxes are safe, reliable, and easy to set up.

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Checkout time: Guests should complete checkout, including key return, by the designated checkout time indicated on the Airbnb reservation, and should not leave belongings at the listing past the designated checkout time for storage or later pickup without prior approval from the Host.

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Once you arrive, look over the space to make sure everything's in order—and take photos of anything broken or unclean.

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You are a guest and are paying to stay there, so you shouldn't feel like you should have to clean up everything. While easy things like collecting garbage and washing dishes are the norm, it's not fair to expect guests to clean bathrooms or other things like that. So, don't feel a lot of pressure to do so.

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In general, hosts can only enter their guests' rental properties with their permission or prior notice. Airbnb hosts must arrive on time. Invading privacy is considered a big no-no, and a host must respect guests and their privacy when renting a property on Airbnb.

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You'll need to have a lockbox in place and your guests will need to know where it is located. Once they arrive, they can check in online by entering the code that was sent to them. The guest then enters that code on their phone so they can open the lockbox, which contains the keys for your home.

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Airbnb Same Day Booking Similar to hotels, a traveler can book accommodation on the same day, provided that the homeowner has Airbnb instant book enabled on their listing. Airbnb hosts can specify a time of day when the instant booking is no longer applicable. For example, a host can input a cut-off time of 5:00 pm.

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Are Airbnb guests screened? Airbnb takes some steps to screen guests. It will always verify their ID and check for terrorist threats. If bookings are made in the US, they will be subject to additional checks for criminal records.

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The vacation rental property allows for security cameras in many parts of a home or apartment that's rented out to guests. But if you're going to be watched, you should know about it. Airbnb doesn't allow for hidden cameras or any other types of concealed recording devices.

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Is Airbnb strict about the number of guests? Airbnb's policy on guests leaves it up to the host to specify and encourages hosts to be clear about their limits. Hosts can state the number of people, cost per person, and the number of beds in the property.

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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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While guests are absolutely free to leave tips if they wish to, this is by no means required. Leaving an envelope for tips is even frowned upon by some Airbnb hosts. So to respond to the question of how much to tip an Airbnb housekeeper for guests, the answer is that a tip is usually unnecessary.

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