24 articles, 6 videos

Hospitality

Learn how to delight guests, create memorable stays, and attract 5-star reviews.
24 articles, 6 videos
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Making your home ready for guests
From fluffing the pillows to adding amenities, it’s all about the details.
Inclusive practices to help every guest feel welcome
Get guidance from seasoned hosts—from updating your listing to reviewing guests.
Scheduling messages to save time
Automate your guest communications from check-in to checkout.
What happens when guests cancel or change a booking?
Here’s what to expect with your payout when trip plans change.
Perfecting peak season
Open your calendar, set a competitive price, and simplify check-in and checkout.
Write a house manual to share info about your space
Save time and provide important details with pre-written instructions.
How to provide self check-in for smooth arrivals
Add a smart lock, keypad, or lockbox for easy access to your property.
How to help prevent hosting challenges
Superhost Diana shares her tips for addressing challenging moments as a Host.
Messaging with guests
Try these tips to search, send, and schedule messages quickly and easily.
Avoiding cancellations
Update your calendar, adjust your settings, and know your responsibilities.
Turning demand into earnings
Use Airbnb hosting tools to help you make the most of busy seasons.
Welcoming your first guests
Create a memorable stay for your guests—every time.
Add details guests will love
A former creative director shares her best decorating tips.
Thoughtful details guests love
Bring in a little wow factor by levelling up your amenities.
Practicing inclusive hospitality and combatting bias
Experts outline useful strategies and offer guidance for hosting.
Making your guest’s stay special
An experienced host shares her sweet strategy for creating a warm welcome.
Simple ways to delight guests during longer stays
Follow these tips to have an impact on your guests and reviews.
Setting helpful house rules
Help protect your home and create a better experience for guests.
Tips for simplifying hosting during the busy season
Follow a cleaning checklist, use checkout tools, and update your amenities.
Creating a guidebook for guests
Help guests get to know your area with a custom digital travel guide.
How to handle a retaliatory review
Request removal of reviews that go against our Reviews Policy.
Using quick replies to save time
Message templates make it easier to send important details to guests.
Connect a smart lock to Airbnb for smoother check-ins
Hosts with listings in the US and Canada can add compatible locks.
Communicate more efficiently with messaging upgrades
New quick replies, threaded replies, and editing tools are coming soon.
Why reviews matter
Reviews on Airbnb help drive your business and build trust.
How to handle a bad review
Address negative feedback with specific details about improvements.
Creating a smooth check-in experience
Provide step-by-step instructions and a warm welcome.
Going above and beyond to welcome your guests
From warm notes to fresh flowers, here are some creative ways to greet guests.
Finding success when it’s slow
Compare similar listings, allow shorter stays, and create a photo tour.
How to become a Superhost
Attract more bookings, help your listing stand out, and host 5-star stays.