Elevate your guest experience with our curated checklist of essentials every five-star rental needs.
The difference between a four-star and a five-star Airbnb review often isn't the design — it's the details. Here's the checklist we use when prepping short-term rentals across Miami.
Bedding: Two sets of crisp white sheets per bed (always white — easy to bleach), a lightweight duvet, and four pillows of varying firmness. Guests notice.
Bathroom: Stack of fresh towels (bath, hand, washcloth) per guest, a small basket of travel-size essentials, and an extra toilet paper roll visibly stocked. Don't make guests hunt.
Nightstand: A small lamp with a warm bulb, a carafe of water with a glass, a phone charger (USB-C and Lightning), and a single book or magazine. Avoid clutter.
Welcome moment: A handwritten note, a small treat (local chocolate, a bottle of water), and a one-page house guide with WiFi, checkout instructions, and your three favorite neighborhood spots.
Hidden essentials: Extra blankets in the closet, a luggage rack, and empty hangers. Guests want to settle in — make it effortless. Five stars follow.