Airbnb / Vacation Rental Check-In Checklist

16 items · Travel · Easy difficulty · 20 min

Quick arrival checklist to verify condition, safety, Wi‑Fi, and document issues.

• Check exterior entry and gather access info

  Verify lockbox/keypad, porch lighting, and assigned parking or bins.

• Inspect interior rooms for damage and cleanliness

  Walk each room quickly for stains, holes, odors, or missing items.

• Photograph and document any damage

  Take timestamped photos of each room and close-ups; save copies.

• Test all door and window locks

  Lock and unlock entry doors, deadbolts, and sliding window latches.

• Locate fire safety equipment and emergency exits

  Check smoke/CO detectors and find extinguisher and exit routes.

• Test lights and electrical outlets

  Flip switches and plug in a phone charger to test outlets.

• Run faucets and check hot water

  Run hot water for 2–3 minutes and confirm temperature.

• Locate main water shut-off and circuit breaker

  Note where to shut off water and power in an emergency.

• Test appliances and utilities

  Confirm major appliances work before unpacking.

• Test kitchen appliances

  Run oven, stove, microwave, and confirm fridge is cooling.

• Test washer, dryer, and dishwasher

  Start a quick cycle or run a short program to check operation.

• Test TV and streaming devices

  Turn on TV, check apps and remote control functionality.

• Verify Wi‑Fi access and run a speed test

  Connect using provided name/password and run a quick speed test.

• Review house manual and local emergency contacts

  Find host contact, Wi‑Fi password, trash rules, and emergency numbers.

• Confirm parking, entry codes, and trash rules

  Verify permitted parking spot, gate codes, and pickup days.

• Report issues to the host with photos and request fixes

  Include timestamps, location, and desired remedy in your message.

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