Achieving the ranks of an Airbnb Superhost comes with a “host” of appealing benefits. For starters? Being listed as an Airbnb Superhost gains you more visibility and more trust from potential guests—which translates into higher earnings. 

What’s more, Superhosts get an extra 20 percent bonus on top of what regular Airbnb hosts make when they refer new hosts—another exclusive reward only available for Superhosts. You can also use your status to travel, as Airbnb shares that “after 4 consecutive quarters as a Superhost, you’ll receive a travel coupon.”

So, how can you reach Superhost status? Here are some Airbnb tips for hosts to ensure you’re working towards—and keeping—that title.

Every three months, you have the opportunity as a host to see if you qualify for Superhost status based on the previous year. Here are the four requirements for becoming a Superhost:

• An average rating of 4.8 or higher from your Airbnb guests over the past year.
• A record of 10 or more total hosting experiences from the past 365 days, or 100+ nights over 3 or more states. 
• A record of canceling on guests less than 1% of the time, with limited exceptions. 
• Quick response times; you get back to 90% of messages related to new bookings within 24 hours. 

Your guest rating weighs heavily on your ability to qualify as a Superhost. Take a look at these Airbnb tips for hosts to learn more.

One top SuperHost shared an invaluable tip about not catching your guests off guard, stating, "If your place has challenges or weird little eccentricities, put them out there upfront so that people can know what they're getting into. For example, my home has a number of stairs, so we are sure to feature pictures of them." 

While you want the listing of your space to motivate guests to book with you, any unwelcome surprises may impact your rating.

Travelers who stay in Airbnb spaces want something besides the cookie-cutter aesthetic they see in hotels. Create a homey feel or add interesting decor to enhance their experience—or make it luxe so guests feel like they are entering an upscale retreat.

Adding blankets near the couch, board games on the bookshelves, and travel-sized toiletries in the restroom are also tiny details that can go a long way.

While you may know all the ins and outs of your space, your guests don’t. You can help them feel at ease by sharing this information. Explain details like how to operate electronics or adjust the thermostat, where light switches are, or other information about your space—and don’t forget to point out where necessaries like towels, toilet tissue, and cleaning supplies are.

This is also a great time to outline your rules for the space so no one is surprised. The clearer you are about expectations, the smoother the experience will be.

No one likes staying in a grimy space. While you may be great at cleaning your own home, no one does it quite like the experts who work for professional house cleaning services. They know where to scrub to make your space really shine and help your guests relax. 

One of the main reasons for negative Airbnb reviews is a dirty space. If you hire cleaners to care for your own home, you already know: Professionals know how to make your home look and feel clean—and your guests will notice the difference.

5. Share Your Disinfection Plans with Guests

Some of the guests you host may be opting for an Airbnb rental because they are being cautious about limiting potential exposure to COVID-19, and may not want to stay in a crowded hotel. Still, they want to get away—and they want to feel comfortable doing so. 

Post your disinfection plan in your listing or communicate this information upfront. Hiring disinfection services from professional cleaners like our team at Super Clean 360 shows your guests that you value their health and safety.

Work with a Professional Airbnb Cleaning Company

One of the best things you can do to ensure you’re actively working towards Superhost status is to hire an Airbnb cleaning service. While some cleaners may understand how to clean private homes, there’s a lot more that goes into cleaning before and after Airbnb stays—which is why you should seek out an Airbnb cleaning company specifically. 

At Super Clean 360, we offer both thorough Airbnb cleaning services and deep house cleaning services throughout the Bay Area. For decades, our staff has been part of the Bay Area community, and we’ll help you provide your guests with a warm welcome to the region. Stop searching for cleaning companies for Airbnb spaces, and go with the same professional house cleaning services you know and trust: Super Clean 360.

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