Airbnb Cleaning Checklist for Guest Turnovers
Use this room-by-room checklist to guide a cleaner or keep your own turnover routine consistent between guests. Copy the template below, fill in the home-specific details, and browse our free host templates for more ready-to-use documents.
Guest Turnover Cleaning Checklist
PROPERTY AND HANDOFF
Property: [listing name]
Address: [property address]
Cleaner: [cleaner name]
Turnover date: [date]
Checkout: [checkout time]
Next check-in: [next check-in time]
Entry instructions: [access details]
Report problems to: [host name and phone number]
GENERAL RESET
- [ ] Open windows briefly if conditions allow, then set the home to [preferred temperature].
- [ ] Remove trash and recycling; replace liners.
- [ ] Check for guest belongings and place anything found in [lost-item location].
- [ ] Report damage, missing items, or maintenance concerns to the host.
KITCHEN
- [ ] Wash and put away dishes; leave the sink clean and empty.
- [ ] Wipe counters, table, backsplash, and appliance surfaces.
- [ ] Clean the inside of the microwave and check the refrigerator for food left behind.
- [ ] Clean the stovetop and sink; leave fixtures dry.
- [ ] Sweep and mop the floor.
- [ ] Restock [kitchen supplies] from [supply location].
LIVING AND DINING AREAS
- [ ] Dust reachable surfaces and wipe handles and switches.
- [ ] Vacuum rugs and floors; check under furniture for debris.
- [ ] Straighten furniture, cushions, and guest materials.
- [ ] Check lamps and leave the room set as shown in [setup instructions].
BEDROOMS
- [ ] Strip used beds and place linens in [laundry location].
- [ ] Make beds with fresh linens from [linen storage location].
- [ ] Dust surfaces and wipe handles and switches.
- [ ] Check drawers and closets for guest belongings.
- [ ] Vacuum or sweep floors and straighten the room.
BATHROOMS
- [ ] Clean and disinfect the sink, counter, toilet, tub, and shower.
- [ ] Polish mirrors and dry faucets and other fixtures.
- [ ] Replace used towels with clean towels from [linen storage location].
- [ ] Restock [bathroom supplies] from [supply location].
- [ ] Empty trash and clean the floor.
FINAL WALK-THROUGH
- [ ] Confirm rooms are clean, supplies are restocked, and personal items are removed.
- [ ] Check that lights, windows, and doors are set as instructed.
- [ ] Leave the home ready for the next guest and report any unfinished work.
Completion notes: [notes]
Cleaner initials: [initials]
How do you fill in the checklist?
Start with the property name and the cleaner’s name so the document is easy to identify and hand off. Add the checkout and next check-in times, the address, and the approved way to enter. Share access details directly with the cleaner rather than leaving codes in a document that many people can see.
Adjust the room list to match your home. Remove areas you do not have, and add spaces such as a patio, laundry room, or workspace if they need attention. In the restocking section, name the supplies you want left for guests and note where the cleaner can find them.
Be specific about tasks that are easy to miss or that matter to your setup. For example, note how you want used linens handled, which surfaces need special care, and where clean supplies belong. Keep the final walk-through focused on guest readiness: clean surfaces, working lights, a comfortable temperature, and no personal items left behind.
Before handing the checklist off, walk through the property with it and change any wording that does not fit. Save a clean master copy, then make a fresh copy for each turnover so the cleaner can mark completed tasks without erasing your standard instructions.
What mistakes should you avoid?
- Do not make every instruction generic. Name the supplies, storage spots, and special care steps that are unique to your home.
- Avoid packing unrelated jobs into a single checkbox. Separate cleaning, restocking, and reporting a problem so the cleaner can show what is done and what needs your attention.
- Do not treat a checked box as proof that a repair is complete. Ask the cleaner to report damage, missing items, or anything that needs follow-up.
- Remember less visible areas, including handles, switches, appliance interiors, and the space under furniture. Adapt the list to the surfaces and equipment in your property.
- Do not leave old guest details or access information in a copy that gets reused. Update the turnover fields and share the current version with the person doing the work.
Can software help coordinate cleaning tasks?
BnBGenius describes its Task Loop as watching guest communications, automatically creating tasks, and mobilizing your ground team. That may help with task coordination around guest stays; keep this checklist available to your cleaner as a separate working document. See the BnBGenius cleaning checklist page for its related information.
If your cleaner needs schedule details, share the current turnover timing and any changes directly. You can also read about sharing an Airbnb calendar with a cleaner and decide what fits your routine.
Frequently asked questions
What should an Airbnb cleaning checklist include?
Include a property and turnover handoff, room-by-room cleaning tasks, laundry and restocking notes, and a final readiness check. Add instructions specific to your home, such as where supplies are stored or how a surface should be cared for.
Should I make a separate checklist for each property?
Yes, if your properties have different rooms, supplies, or cleaning instructions. Keep a reusable master checklist for each home, then make a fresh copy for each turnover.
How do I share a cleaning checklist with my cleaner?
Send a copy in a format your cleaner can use, or print it for the property. Provide access details and schedule changes directly, and avoid leaving sensitive entry information in a widely shared file.