Airbnb has banned hosts from requiring guests to perform cleaning tasks at checkout.

Updated 2026-10-25 · told from many outlets at once

Airbnb updated its cleaning policies to limit tasks hosts can ask guests to do before leaving, effective November 20, 2026.

Airbnb updated its policies to restrict cleaning tasks hosts can ask guests to perform before departure.
The policy applies to bookings made on or after November 20.
Hosts cannot require guests to wash dishes or do laundry after their stay.
Hosts can share seven standard house rules.
The policy prohibits hosts from asking guests to do cleaning duties.

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