460. Hosting Hotline: Should I Add a Safe to My Airbnb?
Thanks For Visiting · Airbnb Superhosts Annette Grant & Sarah Karakaian
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Show Notes
This week’s question comes from Valerie, who’s looking to add a hotel-style safe to her short-term rental so guests can program their own code and feel secure during their stay. It sounds simple—but there’s more to consider than you might think!
We’re diving into:
- The pros of offering a programmable safe (especially in shared spaces or high-trust luxury listings)
- What you need to know before installing one
- Team and guest communication
- Cleaning and turnover protocols
- What to do if a guest forgets the code or leaves items behind
Plus, we’re linking Valerie—and you! —to a safe we found on Amazon that’s highly rated and affordable.
Resources from this episode:
- Amazon Basics Security Safe with Programmable Electronic Keypad
- Subscribe to our YouTube Channel | How to Set Up Your Airbnb Bathroom (Beginner’s Guide!)
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