460. Hosting Hotline: Should I Add a Safe to My Airbnb?

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 oneTeam and guest communicationCleaning and turnover protocolsWhat to do if a guest forgets the code or leaves items behindPlus, 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 KeypadSubscribe to our YouTube Channel | How to Set Up Your Airbnb Bathroom (Beginner’s Guide!)Got a question about hosting? We want to hear it! Submit your question at hostinghotline.comMentioned in this episode:Proper Insurance | Book Your Risk Assessment TodayHost Checklist | Grab our Airbnb Essentials Checklist and make stocking your Airbnb a breeze – we've got all your hosting needs covered!Quiz | Take our quiz to reveal your hosting personality style!