Airbnb to ban certain cleaning chores for guests

Thursday 22 October 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Thu 22 Oct, 4:17pm

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Airbnb is introducing new global rules on 20 November to prevent hosts from requiring guests to perform cleaning tasks typically handled by professionals. Under the new policy, all house rules must be disclosed to guests before they complete a booking.

How they headlined it

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1. StuffThu 22 Oct, 2:32pm

   The end to Airbnb's most annoying chores - leave those dishes dirty (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldThu 22 Oct, 4:17pm

   Airbnb house rules change: Hosts must disclose all chore requests before booking (opens in new tab)