Safe Stay: Essential Measures Before, During, and After a Booking

Simple precautions help prevent fraud, protect your rental property, and enhance the guest experience.

14/03/2025 – Ensuring the safety of both guests and rental properties is key to securing positive reviews and peace of mind. Implementing best practices, such as guest profile reviews, helps prevent unexpected issues and safeguards your investment.

The TeamCHECKiN team has outlined three essential steps to take before, three during, and three after each booking. These measures are part of the daily protocols we follow to welcome hundreds of guests while delivering an outstanding experience that encourages repeat stays.

Here’s what you should do at each stage of the rental process:

Before the Booking

✅ Monitor neighborhood safety

Stay informed about your property's surroundings and engage with local authorities when necessary. Ensure streets are well-lit, that crime rates are low, and that there are no potential hazards, such as dangerous animals nearby.

✅ Review guest profiles carefully

Read previous guest reviews thoroughly. If there are recurring issues or inappropriate behavior, consider declining the booking. Always ensure your screening process is fair and free from discrimination.

✅ Use only official booking platforms

Conduct all transactions and communications through recognized short-term rental platforms. This minimizes fraud risks and ensures support in case of disputes.

During the Stay

✅ Provide a safety guide

Inform guests about emergency exits, fire extinguisher locations, and any other relevant safety measures. Clear communication enhances their stay and reduces potential risks.

✅ Stay accessible

Send a welcome message at check-in and make yourself available for any questions or emergencies. Responsive communication builds trust and improves guest satisfaction.

✅ Clarify house rules

Ensure guests are aware of and adhere to property policies, including noise regulations, visitor limits, and waste disposal guidelines. This helps prevent conflicts with neighbors and ensures compliance with local regulations.

After the Booking

✅ Conduct a thorough inspection

Once guests check out, inspect the property to confirm no damage has occurred and that all doors and windows are secured. Take photos to document the condition of the unit before and after each stay.

✅ Reset access codes

If you use electronic locks or security codes, update them after every stay to prevent unauthorized access. Consider using smart locks that integrate with booking platforms to generate temporary codes automatically.

✅ Report any issues to the booking platform

If any incidents arise during the stay, promptly notify the booking platform (such as Airbnb) to ensure appropriate action is taken and to prevent similar occurrences in the future.

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