The Complete Airbnb Cleaning Checklist
A proper Airbnb turnover takes 90 to 180 minutes and follows a room-by-room checklist covering fresh linens, full restock, staging photos, and a damage report to the host. This is the exact checklist our turnover crews use for Burbank and Glendale short-term rentals.
Guests notice everything. This is the checklist our Airbnb cleaning crews run for every turnover.
Bedrooms
- Strip and replace linens with freshly laundered sets
- Vacuum under and around the bed
- Dust nightstands, lamps, and headboard
- Wipe mirrors and windows
- Check under and behind the bed for guest items
Bathrooms
- Scrub toilet, tub, shower, and sink
- Restock toilet paper (2 rolls minimum, extra visible)
- Replace all towels — hand, bath, and washcloths
- Refill soap, shampoo, and conditioner
- Wipe mirror streak-free
Kitchen
- Empty and wipe the fridge
- Run the dishwasher and put everything away
- Wipe stovetop, microwave, coffee maker
- Take out trash and replace liner
- Restock coffee, sugar, dish soap, sponges
Living areas
- Vacuum and mop all floors
- Fluff cushions, fold throws
- Wipe TV, remotes, and light switches
- Reset any decor guests moved
Final walk-through
- Photograph staged spaces for the host
- Set thermostat per host preference
- Confirm all doors and windows locked
- Report any damage immediately (with photos)
Timing benchmarks
- Studio Airbnb: 90 minutes
- 1-bedroom: 2 hours
- 2-bedroom: 2.5 hours
- 3+ bedroom: 3+ hours
Cutting corners costs reviews. A single "wasn't clean" review can drop a listing's booking rate by 20% for the next 30 days — far more expensive than a thorough turnover.
What separates 5-star turnovers from 4-star turnovers
Three things: linen rotation (so you're never waiting on a dryer), consumable inventory (so you never run out mid-turnover), and a photo report (so the host has evidence if a later guest damages something).
Frequently asked questions
How long does an Airbnb turnover take?+
90 to 180 minutes depending on property size. Same-day turnovers between 11am checkout and 3pm check-in are standard for our team.
Do you handle linens?+
Yes. We launder on-site or run a linen rotation depending on your setup.
Do you restock consumables?+
Yes. We keep an inventory of your preferred brands and restock every turnover.
What happens if a guest damages something?+
We photograph and report it immediately so you can file the Airbnb resolution while it's fresh.
Related services
- Airbnb Cleaning →
Turnover cleans and linen resets that keep your 5-star reviews coming.
- Deep House Cleaning →
A thorough reset for homes that need extra attention or haven't been cleaned in a while.
Related guides
- Deep Cleaning vs Regular Cleaning: What's the Difference? →
They sound similar, but they're two very different services. Here's exactly when to book each.
- Room-by-Room House Cleaning Checklist →
A printable checklist covering every room in a typical home, in the order our crews actually clean.