When should I send a checkout message Airbnb?

Scheduled messages
  • Sending a thank you message shortly after booking.
  • Sending a check-in reminder a couple days before the trip starts.
  • Sending a checkout reminder the morning before the trip ends.




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Automatic checkout reminders Guests need to have the Airbnb app downloaded and push notifications enabled to receive this reminder. Once they check out, guests can let you know they've left with a single tap or click. You might want to emphasize why a timely checkout is necessary.

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Airbnb Check-out List: What to Include?
  1. Be clear about your check-out time. ...
  2. Tell your guests where to put the used towels and kitchen rags before leaving.
  3. Remind them to put their dishes in the dishwasher if applicable. ...
  4. Also, remind them to turn off the lights, thermostat, and AC to avoid unnecessary energy costs.


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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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1. A warm welcome. No matter what kind of day you're having, always greet your guests with a smile when you welcome them to your Airbnb.

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Standard Airbnb checkout times Airbnb checkout times are typically 10AM or 11AM in the property's timezone (FYI these checkout times are standard at hotels, too, even if your guests try to convince you otherwise).

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If you want to leave your Airbnb early, it is important to contact the host as soon as possible. Depending on their cancellation policy, they may be able to offer a partial refund or other accommodations. If not, you will likely still need to pay for the full stay that was originally booked.

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If you haven't booked yet and know you'll need an earlier check-in, go to the listing and click or tap Contact Host to send a message asking if you can arrive earlier. You'll be able to find out whether or not this is possible before you book a reservation, and will end up saving money (and time).

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Respect your host and their time by washing any dishes you've dirtied. It's also a good idea to wipe down counters and leave the kitchen as you found it.

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A cleaning fee is a one-off charge for cleaning the space you stay in and is set by the Host. It's an extra amount on top of the nightly rate when you book a listing. This fee covers the extra expenses Hosts incur when getting their place ready for guests to arrive or after they leave.

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If you haven't booked yet and know you'll need a later checkout, go to the listing and click or tap Contact Host to send a message asking if you can leave later on.

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Dust furniture and other surfaces. Sweep and mop floors and vacuum carpets and rugs. Clean toilets, bathtubs, and showers. Wipe countertops, door handles, and light switches.

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Things get trickier when the Airbnb guest won't leave and may have tenant's rights. You should still contact Airbnb, and if they cannot resolve it, call the police. What you should never do, however, is attempt to forcibly remove the tenants from your home.

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You were ready for guests, but they didn't show up. Don't worry, we'll release payout for a canceled reservation as detailed in the Cancellation Policy. If this is your first time hosting, we may hold the payout for 30 days after the reservation was confirmed.

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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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