Airbnb hosts can’t make guests do chores under new rules

Nothing says "relaxing vacation" like a list of chores to finish before checkout.

It’s a common issue for travelers staying in Airbnbs to find themselves forced to strip beds, wash dishes, and take out the trash before catching a flight — all while still paying a cleaning fee.

But now, Airbnb is putting limits on that routine.

For reservations booked on or after Nov.

20, hosts generally won’t be allowed to ask guests to do the housework any longer.

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20 , draws a distinction between light tidying and cleaning the rental for its next occupants.

Here's how the company breaks it down: Dishes: Hosts can ask you to leave used dishes in the sink, but shouldn't ask you to wash and put them away.

Laundry: Gathering used towels is allowed.

Stripping beds or starting a load of laundry generally isn't.

Trash: Hosts can ask you to separate garbage and recycling into designated indoor bins, but shouldn't ask you to haul it off-site.

Air conditioning: Hosts shouldn't tell you to avoid an amenity advertised in the listing, though they can ask you to turn it off when you leave.

Airbnb may make exceptions based on the property, the stay, and local conditions.

Some examples include putting trash in an animal-proof container in bear country and limiting shower time during local drought restrictions.