Airbnb plans to limit guest checkout chores

Airbnb will begin enforcing rules on November 20, 2026, limiting checkout chores hosts can require, such as washing dishes, taking out trash or doing laundry. Hosts may still ask guests to leave used items in designated places, and Airbnb says expectations should be clear before booking; guests are still expected to leave properties in reasonable condition. Some hosts object that fewer checkout tasks could complicate cleaning logistics during busy periods, leaving dishes and trash for days and potentially attracting pests. One Tuscaloosa rental operator also criticized a related change limiting booking contracts, citing concerns about identifying guests and documenting problems, and said she could consider removing listings from Airbnb.