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Airbnb
Airbnb is an online marketplace for arranging or offering lodging, primarily homestays, or tourism experiences.
15 Questions
Who can be an Airbnb host?
Asked by Will Schultz
It’s easy to become an Airbnb host in most areas, and it’s always free to create a listing. Entire apartments and homes, private rooms, treehouses, and castles are just a few of the properties hosts have shared on Airbnb.
For more details on what’s expected of hosts, check out Airbnb’s community standards, which revolve around safety, security, and reliability, and hospitality standards, which help hosts earn great guest reviews.
What protection do I have against property damage?
Asked by Brenden McClure
The Airbnb Host Guarantee provides protection for up to $1,000,000 to a host for damages to covered property in the rare event of guest damages above the security deposit or if no security deposit is in place.
The Host Guarantee program doesn't cover cash and securities, collectibles, rare artwork, jewelry, pets or personal liability. We recommend that hosts secure or remove valuables when renting their place. The program also doesn't cover loss or damage to property due to wear and tear.
Learn more about the Host Guarantee at http://airbnb.com/guarantee
How can Airbnb help me with setting prices?
Asked by Violette Gibson
Airbnb’s Smart Pricing tool lets you set your prices to automatically go up or down based on changes in demand for listings like yours.
You’re always responsible for your price, so Smart Pricing is controlled by other pricing settings you choose, and you can adjust nightly prices any time.
Smart Pricing is based on the type and location of your listing, the season, demand, and other factors (like events in your area).
How much does it cost to list my space?
Asked by Jesse Barrows
Signing up for Airbnb and listing your home is completely free.
Once you receive a reservation, we charge an Airbnb service fee for hosts, generally 3%, to help cover the cost of running of the business.
