Turnover

Airbnb Cleaning and Turnover Checklist

A short let turnover is more than a clean. This room by room checklist covers preparation, cleaning, linen, restocking, staging, safety checks and issue handover so the next guest receives the same standard every time.

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Who it is for

Airbnb hosts, holiday let cleaners and property managers who need a clear handover between checkout and the next arrival.

What is inside

  • Job details, guest setup and special notes
  • Room by room checks for bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen and living spaces
  • Entrance, shared area and outdoor checks
  • Linen counts and restocking levels
  • Maintenance, safety and final guest ready checks
  • Issue handover, completion details and photo references

When to use it

  • Every same day or standard turnover between short stays
  • A new cleaner or team is learning the property standard
  • You want a record of missing items, damage and work that still needs attention

Frequently asked questions

What should an Airbnb cleaning checklist cover?

It should cover every guest facing room, linen, restocking, touch points, appliances, safety equipment, staging and a final arrival walk through. It should also say how damage or missing stock is reported.

How is this different from a property inventory?

An inventory records what the property contains and its condition. A turnover checklist records the work completed between stays and whether the property is ready for the next guest.

Should cleaners take photos after every turnover?

Arrival photos create a simple record of the finished standard and help the manager see a problem before check in. Keep the photo routine short and consistent so it actually gets done.

Can I customise the checklist for each property?

Yes. Delete rooms and checks that do not apply, add the property stock levels and link to reference photos for the exact bed, furniture and amenity setup.

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