Free downloads, templates & tools for hosts
Everything on this page is built for real short-term rental operations — start with the free checklist, grab the templates you need, and see the tools we actually recommend.
New Host Launch Checklist
164 checkpoints across 10 sections — property setup, listing creation, house rules, guest messaging, pricing, and cleaning systems. The complete pre-launch system, free.
- Works for Airbnb, Booking.com, Vrbo & every major platform
- PDF + editable DOCX included
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Template bundles
Each bundle saves $14 versus buying the templates separately.
Guest Experience Pack
Everything your guests see and read — written once, used for every booking.
- Guest Message Template Pack — 38 messages
- House Rules Template — 34 rule sections
- Check-In Guide Template — 24 guide sections
Property Operations Pack
The systems that keep your rental running — cleaning, maintenance, and bookings.
- STR Cleaning Checklist — full turnover SOP
- Maintenance Checklist + issue log
- Booking Tracker Spreadsheet — all platforms
Individual Short-term rental templates
Fully editable DOCX + PDF, instant delivery, written for any platform and property type.
Guest Message Template Pack
38 ready-to-send messages covering the full guest journey — booking confirmation to review request.
View template →House Rules Template
34 rule sections that protect your property without scaring off good guests — just customize and publish.
View template →Check-In Guide Template
24 guide sections for smooth, question-free arrivals — directions, access, Wi-Fi, house basics, and more.
View template →Cleaning Checklist & Turnover SOP
A complete room-by-room turnover system your cleaner can follow without you — consistent 5-star clean, every time.
View template →Maintenance Checklist & Issue Log
Preventive maintenance schedules plus an issue log — catch small problems before they become guest complaints.
View template →Booking Tracker Spreadsheet
Every booking from every platform in one view — dates, payouts, guests, and occupancy at a glance.
View template →Tools we recommend
The tools below solve real hosting problems. We only list what we’d use in our own rental.
Disclosure: Some links below are affiliate links — if you sign up through them, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. This never affects what we recommend.
PriceLabs
Automatically adjusts your nightly rates based on local demand, seasonality, and events — one of the fastest ways to stop leaving money on the table.
Try PriceLabsHospitable
Syncs calendars across platforms to prevent double bookings, and automates your guest messages — the biggest time-saver for multi-platform hosts.
Try HospitableSmoobu
An all-in-one alternative to Hospitable — calendar sync, unified guest inbox, and a simple booking website included. Strong Booking.com integration makes it popular with hosts outside the US.
Try SmoobuTurno
Auto-schedules turnover cleanings from your booking calendar and helps you find vetted cleaners in your area. Pairs well with our Cleaning Checklist.
Try TurnoLodgify
Builds a direct booking website for your property — booking engine, payments, and platform sync included. The long-term play for reducing commission dependency, once your listing is established.
Try LodgifyAlertify
Privacy-safe noise and occupancy monitoring that alerts you before a gathering becomes a party. Protects your property and your neighbor relationships.
AirDNA
Market data for short-term rentals — occupancy rates, average daily rates, and demand trends. Useful before you buy, list, or reprice a property.
Try AirDNAAirbtics
An alternative analytics platform with strong coverage in markets AirDNA misses — including many Asian and European cities. Worth comparing for your area.
Try AirbticsNot sure where to start?
Take the Start Here path for a guided route, or grab the free checklist and work through it at your own pace.