Airbnb Bedroom Items Checklist 2024
Your Airbnb Bedroom Items Checklist with all the basics you will need for your vacation rental bedrooms
The Bed & Bedroom are two of the most important details for your vacation rental guests. You are being rated for comfort among other scores
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2024 Airbnb Bedroom Shopping Lis
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Don’t just go for the basics
look for a few personalized items like a cozy reading chair, books, throw blankets and small accents that make your space look inviting and comfortable, and make it stand out in the photos
People are often looking for a retreat-like master bedroom with bonus items that hotels don’t offer, that’s why they chose a vacation rental space.
The little extras are often what gets mentioned in positive reviews.
What do you need for Airbnb Beds and Bedrooms?
Keep in mind that the quality of your guest’s sleep is the most important thing next to cleanliness of your space. If they are tossing and turning all night, this will reflect in your reviews.
You’ll need to ensure you have:
comfortable sheets and bedding,
good mattresses that aren’t sagging or too stiff,
hypoallergenic materials Including your laundry supplies - scent free is important to many people, skip the scent booster anything and look for unscented
temperature adjustments available in each room. If there isn’t an AC/heat control in each bedroom then you should have fans or space heaters available as needed for your climate
Here is our airbnb bedroom shopping guide in more detail
Wrinkle resistant & stain resistant sheets
Look for soft textures like Microfibre blends and deep pockets to fit most memory foam and modern mattresses .
Have a minimum of 2 sheet sets per bed on hand at all times, always have a spare for cleaning changeover days so your cleaners aren’t waiting for linens especially for same day turnovers
Having a 3rd sheet set in case one gets damaged or the cleaners miss something and the guests need to change their own sheets. Keep a spare set on hand in a supply closet that guests can access unless you or your cleaners are able to stop by on an evening call out.
Cotton sheets are great for durability and the ability to bleach them but the texture can get sometimes a little rough with frequent washing or hard water. We go with cotton too for organic blends but we still look for wrinkle free.
Have a LINT ROLLER available for your cleaners as many sheets seem to static collect hair and a freshly made bed will make people cringe if hairs are visible especially on pillows
Our personal favourite Sheets that we have used come from Winners (TJ Maxx). They normally have great options with subtle patterns not 100% white so they do hide a little bit of marks or stains and most of the ones we find are wrinkle resistant.
We also regularly restock our sheets with these favourites from Amazon as we replace 1-2 sets annually for each of our beds.
Comfortable, long lasting pillows, I recommend having 2 per person per bed (4 pillows for queen, king or double beds, or 2 pillows for single beds
Hypoallergenic is best
Don’t get the cheapest foam 2-packs from bargain retailers, these fall flat quickly and comfort is important to your ratings from guests. Costco can sometimes have good quality sets
Spend a little more for quality that will last you a few seasons.
Protect all your pillows with inexpensive, waterproof pillow protectors to keep them clean & sanitary and prevent them from going yellow
Don’t forget to wash the pillow encasements regularly as well as pillow cases
Click here for our preferred Mattress encasements or protectors
Mattress encasements protect your mattresses from water, stains, bedbugs, etc and may also be required for your mattress warranty
Look for quality zippered mattress encasements for added protection from bed bugs and moisture
noise free is important as it’s underneath your guests, dont get cheap vinyl covers that make crinkly sounds all night
Comforters or Quilts
Choose easy to machine wash & dry
Make sure they FIT in your machines on-site unless you are paying your cleaners to take the laundry home or to a drop off service
Make sure to have a spare one for each bed locked away in the owner’s closet.
Soft, stain resistant Duvet Covers that are easy to wash.
Have at least 2 per bed (one for cleaning turnover and one on the bed) or at least one clean spare one if you have several beds of the same size.
You should be washing the duvet cover between every guest so have one spare cover in the closet for easy switching on cleaning day while the other goes to the laundry
White is “hotel standard” but I am a fan of finding a quality duvet cover or quilt that suits the decor, feels nice and still gives a great first impression.
Don’t pick black or really dark colors, it will fade faster and may show more lint and hair and can make the decor look dingy or dark
Comfort is the absolute #1 for a guest ranking on their overall stay, you are providing accommodation for a clean comfortable night’s sleep. If they don’t sleep well, then it’s hard for the rest of the space to make up for it.
Enhance your vacation rental style!
Get custom one of a kind artwork from local artists, or find unique photos and art of your community, your design theme or other ideas on Fine Art America. Everything from Mugs to Shower Curtains and wall art, from pop culture to local beach views.
Choose Bedroom Furniture that fits your design.
Dressers
Multifunctional beds such as trundles or fold out chairs and futons for extra sleeping arrangements
Side tables
lamps
headboard or bedframe, bench or ottoman,
rug
reading chair
floor length mirror
artwork
quality decor items
black out blinds and decorate curtain panels
Thrifty finds are ok if you have a good eye for putting pieces together that are stylish, good quality and in good condition.
Bedroom Design
Check out our pinterest for design ideas.
Here’s our checklist for Amazon* direct shopping for bedding
COMFORTABLE MATTRESSES! You must find the most comfortable mattress for your Airbnb in your budget. Think medium-firm to suit most people. Too soft will result in sore backs and grumpy guests. Memory foam is the number one recommendation from other hosts based on guest feedback. We went with the SERTA mattress.
Protect Your Mattress to keep your warranty valid and make your investment last longer, and help prevent negative cleaning reviews from guests who see a stained mattress instead of a clean mattress cover
Stylize Your Bedrooms With a Few Designer Touches like Blanket Ladders, Funky Clothing Hooks, Artwork, Wall Decor and Floor Length Mirrors
Cozy Throw Blankets to suit your design style. Think woven material or cotton. Avoid fleece, it doesn’t wash up nicely and collects hair.
Romantic touches like flameless candles for couples retreat spaces
Functional Storage!
Guests want to have a closet or a dresser or somewhere to unpack. If there are no closets available and no room for a dresser, use a wall mount storage system or dresser for your guests to hang their belongings.
These also work great at front entrances to keep them clutter free.
Design Inspiration
From some of our Favourite Pinterest finds for Airbnb
Check them out here
Pull your space together with a couple art picces. Think local, colorful and tasteful to match your room design. Bold can be fun too IF it fits with the decor theme. Beachy photos and local artwork is always a great option.