🏡 Hosting Tip: Amenities That Match Your Location = Happy Guests

Let’s be real—running an Airbnb isn’t just about offering a clean bed and Wi-Fi. If you want rave reviews and repeat bookings, you’ve got to think one step ahead. And that starts with one simple question:

“What will guests actually want to use while they’re here?”

I ran my own Airbnb for 3 years in Southern California, just minutes from the beach. And let me tell you—offering boogie boards and beach chairs made a way bigger impact than throw pillows ever did.

So I put together a location-based Airbnb amenities checklist to help you make your space unforgettable (without breaking the bank).

🌊 If You’re Near the Beach…

Don’t make your guests lug this stuff in from out of town. You’ll instantly win them over with:

• Beach towels

• Beach bag

• Boogie boards or surfboards

• Sand toys for kids

• Beach chairs + umbrellas

• A cooler (even a small one!)

• Mesh bag or bin for wet stuff

• Drying rack for wet items

• Bonus points: a little sign with local tide info or surf reports

🌲 If You’re Near Trails, Mountains, or Parks…

Turn your Airbnb into an adventure-ready basecamp:

• Daypacks or fanny packs

• Trail maps (or QR codes to AllTrails links)

• Reusable water bottles

• Hiking poles

• Binoculars or wildlife guides

• Picnic blanket or mini cooler

• First aid kit

☀️ If You’re in a Hot or Sunny Climate…

Keep your guests cool, safe, and loving every minute:

• Sunscreen

• Aloe vera

• Wide-brimmed hats or umbrellas

• Portable fans or cooling towels

• Blackout curtains for naps

• Extra water bottles or hydration packs

❄️ If You’re in a Cold or Snowy Area…

Think cozy, functional, and weather-aware:

• Throw blankets

• Boot trays or drying racks

• Snow shovels or salt

• Ice scraper

• Hot cocoa + tea station

• Firewood (if you have a fireplace)

• Sleds or snowshoes if your place is near a hill

🏙️ If You’re in a City or Urban Area…

Small things go a long way in busy environments:

• Public transit cards or how-to info

• Reusable shopping bags

• Compact umbrellas

• Earplugs or white noise machines

• Phone chargers

• Local food or walking tour map

💡 Bonus Tips from a Real Host

Here’s what I’ve learned the hard (and helpful) way:

✅ Match your amenities to the season and guest type.
✅ Add little signs or sticky notes like “Feel free to use me!” Include list of items for use in guest book.
✅ Showcase these in your listing photos—yes, really!
✅ You don’t need to provide everything. Just anticipate what you would want if you were the guest.

📥 Free Download: Airbnb Amenities Checklist

Want the full checklist in an easy printable format?
👉 Click here to download the PDF checklist

Ready to Start Hosting?

If you’re thinking of turning part of your home into an Airbnb—or want to make your current one even better—I’ve got loads of real-life tips from 3+ years of experience.

Follow along or drop a question in the comments—I’m happy to help.

See you at the beach (or trail, or coffee shop),
—Chelsea
C&C Living