Airbnb is an online platform where people can rent out their homes, apartments, or even single rooms to guests looking for a place to stay. Whether it’s a weekend getaway or a week-long vacation, Airbnb connects hosts and guests, making travel easier and often more affordable. One of the challenges for hosts is giving guests access to their property, especially when they can’t be there in person. This is where Igloohome smart locks come in as a perfect solution.
How Igloohome Smart Locks Work with Airbnb
Igloohome smart locks can be controlled via a smartphone app. Instead of a traditional key, they allow guests to enter the property using a code, a mobile app, or even a fingerprint. This means Airbnb hosts can give guests access to their property without the need to meet guests in person or hand over physical keys.
- Temporary Access for Guests: Igloohome Smart Locks lets Airbnb hosts provide temporary access codes to guests. These codes can be set to expire after the guest’s stay, ensuring security and avoiding issues with lost keys.
- Flexible Check-In and Check-Out: With Igloohome smart locks, guests can check in or out anytime without coordinating directly with the host. This is especially helpful for travelers arriving late at night or departing early in the morning.
- Setting Up Access Periods: Many smart locks allow hosts to set specific access times for each guest. For example, if a guest’s stay is from Friday to Monday, the host can set the code to work only during those dates. After Monday, the code will stop working, adding a layer of security and convenience.
Real-Life Example
Sarah is an Airbnb host who uses a smart lock for her rental apartment. She recently had a guest, Mike, who was arriving late at night. In the past, Sarah would have had to either wait up for him or leave a key under a mat. However, with her smart lock, Sarah was able to send Mike an access code that worked only for the duration of his stay. Mike could check in at his convenience, and Sarah didn’t have to worry about losing a physical key.
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Using an App to Connect with Smart Locks
Most smart locks are controlled via an app. Once installed, hosts can manage their smart lock directly from their phone. They can add or remove access codes, monitor when guests enter and exit, and adjust settings. Airbnb also has integrations with certain Igloohome smart lock Models, making the setup even easier. Hosts can sync their Airbnb calendar with the Igloohome smart lock app to automatically set access codes for each booking.
Before you can link a smart lock to your Airbnb listing, you’ll need to connect your Airbnb account to the Igloohome smart lock app. Here’s how:
Connecting Airbnb on the Smart Lock App
- Select the “Connect” option on the bottom navigation bar in the app.
- Under the “Explore” tab, choose “Airbnb.”
- You’ll be redirected to sign in to your Airbnb account.
- Once connected, Airbnb will be listed under “Connected Services” in the app.
Linking an Additional Airbnb Listing to the Igloohome Smart Lock
If you have multiple Airbnb listings and wish to connect another one:
- Under the Airbnb tab, select the “+” icon.
- Choose the Airbnb listing you want to link.
- Select the property that is already paired with a smart lock.
- Confirm the check-in and check-out times.
- Set up the automated check-in message.
- Select “Connect.”
How to Set Up One Igloohome Smart Lock for Multiple Airbnb Rooms
If you’re renting out two rooms in one property and want to use one main smart lock to manage access, here’s a simple way to set it up. This method ensures guests get a PIN for both the main door and their specific room.
Step 1: Create Properties for Each Room in the App
- Open your smart lock app.
- Create a separate “property” for each Airbnb listing. Name them “Room A Access” and “Room B Access.”
- This setup will keep each room’s access organized.
Step 2: Link Each Lock to Its Property
- Go to Home in the app and select “Room A Access.”
- Link the Room A lock to this property:
- Go to Settings > Associated Property and choose “Room A Access.”
- Do the same for Room B:
- Link the Room B lock to “Room B Access.”
- Finally, link the main door lock to both “Room A Access” and “Room B Access” so guests from both rooms can enter through the main door.
Step 3: Connect Each Room to Its Airbnb Listing
- In the Reservations section, click the “+” icon.
- Select “Room A Access,” then pick the Airbnb listing for Room A and confirm.
- Repeat this step to link “Room B Access” with the Airbnb listing for Room B.
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