Airbnb house rules template

Good house rules are short and give a reason when the reason is not obvious. Guests follow rules they understand.

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House rules template

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Quiet hours

Quiet hours are [10 pm] to [8 am]. [We have neighbors close by / The walls are thin], so please keep music and voices down.

Guests

The most guests allowed is [number], including children. Please ask us before you invite visitors.

Smoking

No smoking or vaping inside. You are welcome to smoke [on the balcony / in the garden]. Please use the ashtray.

Pets

[Pets are welcome. Please keep them off the beds and sofas.] or [We are sorry, but we cannot host pets.]

Parties and events

No parties or events.

Parking

Park [in the driveway / in space number]. [Street parking rules.]

Taking care of the place

  • Please take off your shoes inside.

  • Use the [beach towels] outside, not the bath towels.

  • Tell us if something breaks. Accidents happen, and we would rather fix it before the next guest arrives.

Security cameras

There is a camera [where it is] that covers [the driveway / the front door]. There are no cameras inside the house.

Check-in and checkout

Check-in is from [time]. Checkout is by [time]. If you need a different time, ask us and we will do our best.

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Questions hosts ask

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What house rules should an Airbnb have?
Most hosts cover quiet hours, the number of guests, smoking, pets, parties, parking and check-in and checkout times. Add a rule only when it protects your place, your neighbors or the next guest.
Where do I add house rules on Airbnb?
In your listing settings under house rules. Guests see them before they book. Repeat them in your house manual or digital guidebook so guests can find them during the stay.
What house rules are not allowed on Airbnb?
Airbnb's house rules policy asks for rules that are reasonable. A rule should not stop guests from using an amenity the listing offers, and checkout tasks should be light. The details change now and then. Check the current policy in Airbnb's Resource Center.
How do I get guests to follow house rules?
Keep the list short, give a reason when it is not obvious and put the rules where guests look during their stay. A friendly tone works better than warnings about fines.
Can I ban pets in my rental?
Yes, you can set a no-pets rule. On Airbnb, service animals do not count as pets. The rule does not apply to them. In some places, emotional support animals must be accepted too. Airbnb's Help Center lists where.
Can I fill in this house rules template online?
Yes. Click any text in the template above to edit it. Click a word in [brackets] and type to replace it. Add, rename or remove sections with the toolbar. Your changes stay in this browser until you reset them. Copy the result as plain text, or paste it into Google Docs with the headings and lists intact. You don't need an account.

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