Are bed bugs common at Airbnb homestays?

Bed bugs can be present in any accommodation, including Airbnb rentals.

Like hotels and hostels, Airbnb properties experience high turnover of guests, which means there always is a chance that someone unknowingly brings bed bugs with them, leading to an infestation.

Airbnb hosts can help minimize the risk of bed bugs by:

• Regular cleaning routines
• Visual inspections
• Monitoring using active traps
• Long time protection with tape under beds
• If you are happy enough to live in Sweden you can buy protective skirting boards

By being proactive in these ways, hosts can reduce the likelihood of bed bug issues, ensuring a more comfortable experience for guests.

Prepare for how to handle a complaint about bed bugs in your rental unit. You don’t want to end up in a thread like this.

Consider a strategy to manage rumor spreading and negative reviews, with a particular focus on social media.

More information can be found here.