Transparency helps build trust and set clear expectations between hosts and guests. By disclosing security cameras, recording devices, and noise decibel monitors hosts can help ensure guests know what to expect during their stay.
Adding visual descriptions (alt text) to listing photos can help describe what’s in the photo for guests who are blind, have low-vision, or can’t load listing images.
Guests with confirmed reservations will have your listing’s exact location and address. You can choose to show potential guests the general or specific location.
Verifying listings makes it easier for guests to book with confidence. Hosts may be asked to to demonstrate that their listing is a real home, at an accurate location, and that they have access to that location.
Guests won’t receive check-in instructions until 48 hours before their reservation starts, but checkout instructions are available to guests prior to booking.
You can create a separate listing for each space you have available. Each room will have its own calendar and listing page the number of beds and amenities.
Guests expect that they will have the option to lock their bedroom or any bathroom they can access. That's why we recommend hosts add locks to any bedrooms and bathrooms that guests may use.
Rooms are great for guests who prefer a little privacy, yet still want to meet someone new and experience the area like a local. Here are some things to consider before hosting a room.
Find info on how to download your professional photos. Note that they’re for your personal use only, and can't be used on another real estate or rental site.