What is the difference between a team and a co-host on Airbnb?

The team may be a business or group of people the owner has a legal contract with. Co-Hosts are more casual—like friends, family members, or a trusted person hired by the listing owner—who help the listing owner manage their listing and reservations.



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There are two ways to get support hosting on Airbnb: Hosting teams and Co-Hosts. A hosting team manages a place on behalf of the renter or owner, including their online listings and guests.

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Co-Hosts help listing owners take care of their home and guests. They're often a family member, neighbor, trusted friend, or someone the Host has hired to help with the listing. Hosts can always contact co-hosts by phone or email.

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Adding a Co-Host to a Listing The account owners and Airbnb hosts are the primary Host by default but may designate a co-host to be listed as the primary Host. In Hosting mode, select Listings from the top navigation bar. Click on your listing.

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To answer your question, Superhost status can only be earned on the Listing Owner's account. A co-host added to your account will help the Listing Owner earn the Superhost status.

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Full access: Your Co-Host can message with guests, update your calendar, and view your transaction history. They can manage your listing, including pricing and other details, and they can manage reservations, including accepting and declining trip requests, cancellations, and Resolution Center requests.

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If you need a little extra support hosting your space, you can add a family member, friend, neighbor, or trusted person you've hired to help with the logistics. You can select permissions for each Co-Host to limit what they can access and manage on your listing.

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Extras guests appreciate:
  • Extra toilet paper, linens, and towels.
  • Basic toiletries like shampoo and conditioner.
  • Dish soap and cleaning supplies.
  • Dining basics like a coffee maker, cooking utensils, dishes, and silverware.
  • Wine glasses.
  • Basic cooking supplies like salt, pepper, and oil.
  • Coffee, tea.
  • Light breakfast or snacks.


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The basics: Airbnb must-haves
  • Freshly laundered bed linen on each bed.
  • Sufficient pillows for each guest.
  • Extra pillows and blankets – “just in case”
  • Clean and fresh towels for each guest.
  • Plenty of clothes hangers.
  • Iron and ironing board.
  • Fully-furnished kitchen so guests can cook their own meals.
  • Washer/dryer and detergent.


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As a Superhost, you may enjoy a variety of benefits directly related to your elite status. Remember, less than 20-percent of all Airbnb hosts earn Superhost status. The top benefits of having Superhost status include: Attract more guests with the Superhost badge.

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For travelers
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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Yes, AirBnb is still profitable. The tourist market is HUGE and there's definitely room for you to make money in it too. Just pay attention to: Location.

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