Learn how to choose the best mattress and linens for your Airbnb short-term rental

Welcome back to the Hosting Hotline! This is an Ask Me Anything where each week we’ll answer your questions on Airbnb, STRs, real estate, and everything in between.

Diana asks:

I am trying to furnish my first Airbnb, and I’m in the throes of figuring out which mattress to choose. You mentioned a hybrid, and I can’t find links to the one that you recommend. What do you suggest?  

(00:02:59) The Hybrid Mattresses We Use & Recommend 

• Helix Hospitality Mattress from HostGPO
• Why HostGPO is worth the investment 
• Lucid Mattress from Amazon 

(00:04:39) Advice For Choosing Linens 

• Why linens are just as important as the mattress itself 
• The pros of standard textile linens

(00:05:30) Handy Resources For Airbnb Hosts  

• Hosting Handbook
• Airbnb Essentials Checklist

Thanks to everyone who submitted questions. To hear your voice on the show and send a question to Sarah and Annette, submit your burning hosting questions at: hostinghotline.com.

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Resources:

• Helix Hospitality Mattress from HostGPO: members.hostgpo.com/users/apply/?via=0755e5
• Lucid Mattress: amzn.to/3yK6GwL
• Video: The Best Airbnb Bedding For Your Guest 
• Hosting Handbook: thanksforvisiting.com/handbook
• Airbnb Essentials Checklist: hostchecklist.com