Airbnb cleaning fees average $75–$150 per turnover. See how to price cleaning for your short-term rental and stop losing bookings to high fees.
Airbnb and short-term rental (STR) turnover cleaning typically costs $85–$185 per turnover for 1–3 bedroom properties, depending on size, location, and whether linens are included. Hosts pay per-stay (flat fee per turnover) or work with cleaners on a retainer or discounted recurring rate. Setting the right cleaning fee on your Airbnb listing directly affects booking conversion.
| Property Size | Per-Turnover Rate (range) | What's Typically Included |
|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1 Bedroom | $65–$105 | Full clean, trash, linens restocked |
| 2 Bedrooms | $95–$145 | Full clean, linens, supplies restocked |
| 3 Bedrooms | $130–$185 | Full clean, linens, damage check |
| 4 Bedrooms | $165–$240 | Full clean, linens, staging |
| 5+ Bedrooms | $200–$320+ | Full team turnaround |
Per-stay (flat fee per turnover) is the standard model for professional STR cleaners. The cleaner quotes a fixed price per turnover regardless of how long it takes — typically $85–$185 for a 2BR depending on the market. This model gives hosts predictable costs and rewards efficient cleaners.
Per-hour billing ($25–$50/hour) is more common with independent cleaners taking on their first STR clients. It introduces unpredictability for hosts — a longer-than-expected stay or extra-messy guests can double the cleaning cost. For professional STR operations, flat-rate per-turnover pricing is more reliable.
Same-day turnarounds — where one guest checks out and another checks in the same day — typically carry a 20–35% premium over standard turnover rates. The time pressure requires priority scheduling, often means the cleaner arrives immediately after checkout, and allows no buffer for delays. If you rely on same-day turnarounds, build this premium into your regular cleaner agreement or cleaning fee structure.
A fair Airbnb cleaning fee covers your actual cleaning cost plus supplies, linens laundering, and a small margin — typically $90–$140 for a 2-bedroom property. Check comparable listings in your market and stay within 10–15% of local averages. Cleaning fees significantly above market rates reduce short-stay booking conversion.
Add a 20–35% premium over your standard turnover rate for same-day cleans. If your standard 2BR turnover is $120, price same-day at $145–$160. This covers the scheduling priority, potential delays, and urgency required. Build the premium into your standard cleaner agreement if same-day turnarounds are frequent at your property.
Most experienced hosts charge a separate cleaning fee for stays of 2+ nights and fold a small buffer into the nightly rate for 1-night bookings. A visible cleaning fee keeps your base nightly rate competitive in search results. High cleaning fees (over 50% of one nightly rate) consistently hurt short-stay conversion — the total price at checkout is what guests compare.
Most hosts schedule a full deep clean every 2–4 months regardless of occupancy. Turnover cleaning maintains surface cleanliness but doesn't address buildup in grout, inside appliances, behind furniture, or in window tracks. A quarterly deep clean ($200–$350 for a 2BR) protects your listing rating and extends the life of furniture and finishes.