Airbnb Essentials That Actually Improve Guest Experience (and Your Reviews) Airbnb essentials can make or break a stay—and your sanity. Hosting sounds cute until you’re panic-washing towels at midnight because the backup set disappeared, or texting guests three states away because your smart lock decided to be dumb. I’ve been in real estate for 20 years, and I’ve stayed in enough rentals to know this for sure: the details are everything. You don’t need to be fancy. You just need to be thoughtful. That’s what guests remember. The hairdryer that actually works. The WiFi password that’s framed instead of scribbled. The extra blanket tucked at the foot of the bed…