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What's it like to host?
8 articles
What's it like to host?
Discover how Airbnb hosting works—and what it could look like for you.
8 articles
How to host on your terms
Control how you host by adjusting your settings and explaining house rules.
Updated 5 Feb 2021
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5 min read
Is my space a good fit for Airbnb?
There’s a perfect guest for every space—the key is setting guest expectations.
Updated 5 Feb 2021
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4 min read
What does Airbnb expect of hosts?
From responding quickly to avoiding cancellations, here’s what to focus on.
Updated 5 Feb 2021
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3 min read
Tips for a simple hosting routine
Make hosting easier with tech tools, smart planning, and help from your friends.
Updated 24 Aug 2020
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4 min read
The essentials: Get started on Airbnb
From creating your listing to prepping your space, learn how to start hosting.
Updated 24 Aug 2020
·
3 min read
Understanding response rate and acceptance rate
Learn how these rates work, why they matter, and find out how to improve yours.
Updated 21 Jul 2020
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6 min read
Making every guest feel welcome
Understand discrimination, plus get strategies for tackling unconscious bias.
Updated 20 Nov 2019
·
11 min read
Lessons from a private room pro
Veteran Superhost Marcella offers her favorite tips for sharing your space.
Updated 20 Nov 2019
·
8 min read
How to host on your terms
Control how you host by adjusting your settings and explaining house rules.
Updated 5 Feb 2021
·
5 min read
Is my space a good fit for Airbnb?
There’s a perfect guest for every space—the key is setting guest expectations.
Updated 5 Feb 2021
·
4 min read
What does Airbnb expect of hosts?
From responding quickly to avoiding cancellations, here’s what to focus on.
Updated 5 Feb 2021
·
3 min read
Tips for a simple hosting routine
Make hosting easier with tech tools, smart planning, and help from your friends.
Updated 24 Aug 2020
·
4 min read
The essentials: Get started on Airbnb
From creating your listing to prepping your space, learn how to start hosting.
Updated 24 Aug 2020
·
3 min read
Understanding response rate and acceptance rate
Learn how these rates work, why they matter, and find out how to improve yours.
Updated 21 Jul 2020
·
6 min read
Making every guest feel welcome
Understand discrimination, plus get strategies for tackling unconscious bias.
Updated 20 Nov 2019
·
11 min read
Lessons from a private room pro
Veteran Superhost Marcella offers her favorite tips for sharing your space.
Updated 20 Nov 2019
·
8 min read
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Why host?
What's it like to host?
Host safety & protection
Local laws & taxes
Host stories
Airbnb.org
Your online listing
Listing details & photos
Calendar & booking settings
Pricing strategies
Marketing & promotion
Listing tools
Your place
Cleanliness
Setup & amenities
Design & decor
Accessibility
Airbnb Plus
Your guests & hospitality
Delighting guests
Communication & check-in
Ratings & reviews
Potential challenges
Fighting discrimination
Superhost
Professional hosting
Success stories
Tools & features
Growing a business
Updates