What's it like to host

There’s a perfect guest for every space—the key is setting guest expectations.

From creating your listing to prepping your space, learn how to start hosting.

From responding quickly to avoiding cancellations, here’s what to focus on.

Understand discrimination, plus get strategies for tackling unconscious bias.

Connect with the Airbnb community for hosting support, expert tips, and tools.

Here’s what a musician and Superhost learned on his newest hosting journey.

The Superhost reinvests his earnings back into his vast Texas ranch.

From the first brick to the first guest, one couple shares their hosting journey.

By listing their primary residence, these hosts saved for their passion project.

Sharing their manor, ancient tower, and Experiences lets them celebrate the land.

A Superhost shares his secrets to success hosting unique stays in Atlanta.

The glamping site quickly became this Superhost’s ticket to financial flexibility.

Two farmers hope to inspire others to consider hosting farm stays.

These backpackers-turned-Superhosts help guests experience luxury with less.

Hosts in Colorado and British Columbia fit big ideas into small spaces.

Control how you host by adjusting your settings and explaining house rules.

From tiny houses to treehouses, discover more about hosting unique stays.

The hospitality expert discusses his new book and why wisdom in hosting matters.

An author shares how any business can learn from Airbnb’s key principles.

Do good with Airbnb’s philanthropic programs, and be inspired by other hosts.

Learn how these rates work, why they matter, and find out how to improve yours.

Hosts can go above and beyond by offering inspiring activities.

A widow recounts how welcoming international guests helped her heal.

Hosting has allowed one retiree to keep her family home and support herself.

Veteran Superhost Marcella offers her favorite tips for sharing your space.

Make hosting easier with tech tools, smart planning, and help from your friends.