Airbnb Cleaning Checklist

Keeping your Airbnb spotless is one of the most important steps in earning 5-star reviews, maximizing occupancy, and running a successful short-term rental. Whether you manage your own turnover or hire a cleaner, having an organized Airbnb cleaning checklist ensures no detail is overlooked between guests.
 

From fresh linens and disinfected bathrooms to clean kitchens, stocked supplies, and welcoming finishing touches a consistent process creates a better guest experience, reduces complaints, and protects your investment. This guide is built specifically for Airbnb, Vrbo, and vacation rental hosts who want a simple and reliable way to maintain top-quality standards.

Below, you’ll find a room-by-room Airbnb cleaning checklist you can complete digitally, print for your cleaners, or download as a convenient PDF. We’ve also included additional cleaning tips, hosting best practices, and answers to common questions so you can streamline changeovers and get your property guest-ready faster.

Use this checklist to:
 

• Speed up turnovers

• Improve ratings & reviews

• Maintain high cleanliness standards

• Keep supplies fully stocked

• Ensure a consistent guest experience
   

Let’s get to work. Follow the checklist below!