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Airbnb Cleaning Fee Calculator

Work out what a turnover really costs you, then see a fair cleaning fee to charge. It runs in your browser and nothing is saved or sent.

Cleaning time per turnover (hours)

Cleaner hourly rate ($)

Number of cleaners

Laundry cost per turnover ($)

Supplies & consumables ($)

Restock extras: coffee, soap, etc. ($)

Average stay length (nights)

Nightly rate ($)

Charge guests

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How the fee is worked out

Cost per turnover = cleaning hours × hourly rate × number of cleaners + laundry + supplies + restock extras. A fee that covers that cost means guests pay for the work their stay creates, and your nightly rate stays your real profit.

Tips for setting a fair cleaning fee

Guests compare the total price, not just the nightly rate. A very high cleaning fee on a one-night stay puts people off, so shorter stays often need a lower fee or a higher nightly rate.
Check your local area: look at five similar listings and compare their total price for a typical stay.
Be honest about what the fee covers and keep the cleaning checklist visible in your listing and welcome book.
Track your real cleaning time for a month, then update the numbers here.
Check your platform's current fee rules, as they change.