How long can an Airbnb title be?

Airbnb listing titles are limited to 50 characters. Every example title on this page fits inside that limit.

How long should an Airbnb description be?

Long enough to cover who it suits, the space, the location and anything that could surprise a guest. The first line matters most, because many guests read only what shows before "Show more".

Should I use AI to write my listing description?

For a first draft, yes, but give it facts only and tell it not to invent anything. Check every claim before you publish. Our AI tools guide has a prompt you can copy.

Should I put the Wi-Fi password or door code in my listing?

No. Those belong in what you send after booking: a check-in message or a digital guidebook that only that guest can see.

Can I copy these examples?

Yes. They are samples written for this guide. Replace every detail with facts about your own property before you publish.

Airbnb Listing Description Examples (and Titles)

Every example below is a sample written for this guide, not a real listing. Use them for structure and tone, then swap in your own facts. A description that promises a short walk and delivers a long one costs you more in reviews than it earns in bookings.

The structure that works

Guests scroll listings on a phone, comparing several at once. They read the first line, glance at the rest, and come back to the details only if the photos and price hold up. So write it in the order they read it:

One line on who it's for and why to book. "A quiet studio for solo travelers who want to walk everywhere" does more than "Welcome to our lovely home".
The space. Layout, beds, and the one or two features a guest will remember.
Location, in minutes. "4 minutes' walk to the subway" beats "conveniently located".
Good to know. Stairs, parking, noise, pets, steep driveways. Anything that could turn into a complaint goes here, before they book.

Fill-in structure · copy, then replace the brackets

[Who it's for] + [the main reason to book], in one line. The space: [layout, sleeping arrangements, the one or two features guests will remember]. Location: [what's nearby, in minutes and how you get there]. Good to know: [stairs, parking, noise, pets, anything that could surprise a guest].

Airbnb also gives you separate fields for the space, guest access and other details. Use them for the longer version. The main description should still work if it's the only thing a guest reads.

9 description examples

Each follows the same four parts. There are very few adjectives in them; the distances, beds and parking do the selling.

Sample: beach apartment · 2 bed, sleeps 4

A bright two-bedroom apartment for couples or a small family who want the beach at the end of the street. The space: an open living area with a balcony facing the water, a full kitchen, a queen bed in the main room and two singles in the second. Beach towels, chairs and an umbrella are in the hall closet. Location: 3 minutes' walk to the sand, 5 minutes to cafes and a supermarket. Good to know: second floor, no elevator. One parking space under the building. Height clearance is 6 ft 6 in.

Sample: city studio · sleeps 2

A quiet studio for solo travelers and couples who want to walk everywhere downtown. The space: a queen bed, a small kitchen with a two-burner stove and a coffee maker, and a desk by the window. Blackout blinds and double glazing keep the street noise out. Location: 4 minutes' walk to the subway, 10 minutes to the convention center, and dozens of restaurants within a few blocks. Good to know: no parking on site. The nearest public garage is one block away. Self check-in with a keypad.

Sample: family house · 4 bed, sleeps 8

A four-bedroom house with a fenced backyard, made for families traveling together. The space: two living areas so the adults and kids can each have one, a big kitchen and dining table for eight, and a backyard with a grill and a swing set. A crib, high chair and baby gate are in the garage. Location: a quiet street, 10 minutes' drive to the theme parks and 5 minutes to the nearest grocery store. Good to know: the driveway fits two cars. Quiet hours from 10 pm. No parties or events.

Sample: mountain cabin · 2 bed, sleeps 4

A wood cabin among the pines for anyone who wants a fireplace and no plans. The space: a wood stove in the living room (firewood supplied), a deck with a hot tub, a queen room and a bunk room. Board games and a record player for evenings. Location: 15 minutes' drive to the ski lifts and 20 minutes to the nearest town. Trailheads start at the end of the road. Good to know: the last half mile is a gravel road. In winter you'll need snow chains or four-wheel drive. Cell coverage is patchy, but the Wi-Fi is reliable.

Sample: pet-friendly cottage · 1 bed, sleeps 2 plus a dog

A one-bedroom cottage where your dog is as welcome as you are. The space: a queen bed, a living room with a fold-out couch, and a fully fenced yard. Dog bowls, a bed and a towel for muddy paws are by the back door. Location: 2 minutes' walk to an off-leash park and 8 minutes to the main street. Good to know: up to two dogs, no cats. Please keep pets off the beds. A pet fee applies and is shown at booking.

Sample: villa with pool · 5 bed, sleeps 10

A five-bedroom villa with a heated pool, for groups who want space to spread out. The space: five bedrooms, four with their own bathroom. A chef's kitchen, a long outdoor dining table under a pergola, and a 40 ft heated pool with a shallow end. Location: on a private hillside lot, 8 minutes' drive to the marina and 12 minutes to the nearest beach. Good to know: the pool is not fenced, so young children need supervision. Pool heating is included from May to September. Maximum 10 guests, including day visitors.

Sample: private room · shared home, sleeps 1 to 2

A private room in my home for budget travelers who want a clean bed and a friendly local. The space: your own bedroom with a lock, a double bed and a desk. You share the bathroom with one other guest room and the kitchen with me. Location: 6 minutes' walk to the train, which reaches downtown in 15 minutes. Good to know: I live here and work from home on weekdays. The house is quiet after 10 pm. No guests of guests overnight.

Sample: apartment for work trips · 1 bed, sleeps 2

A one-bedroom apartment set up for work trips of a week or more. The space: a proper desk and office chair, a second monitor, fast Wi-Fi and a separate bedroom with a queen bed. Washer and dryer in the unit, and a full kitchen for when you're tired of eating out. Location: 7 minutes' walk to the business district and 25 minutes by train to the airport. Good to know: weekly and monthly rates apply automatically. Building gym on level 2. Parking available on request.

Sample: tiny house on a farm · sleeps 2

A tiny house on a working farm for couples who want stars, quiet and fresh eggs in the morning. The space: a loft queen bed reached by a ladder, a kitchenette, an outdoor bath on the deck and a fire pit. Eggs from our hens are in the fridge when you arrive. Location: 25 minutes' drive to the nearest town and wineries. You'll need a car. Good to know: the loft ladder is steep, so this isn't for everyone. Composting toilet. Farm dogs roam freely and are friendly.

24 title examples

Airbnb titles are limited to 50 characters. The title shows next to your photo and price in search results, so spend those characters on the thing that sets your place apart: a feature, a distance, or who it suits. Every title below is a sample and fits the limit.

Property type	Sample titles
Beach and coast	Beachfront 2BR, Balcony Facing the Ocean Walk to the Sand: Bright Family Apartment Surf Shack 3 Min to the Break, Sleeps 4 Bayside Cottage with Kayaks and Firepit
City	Quiet Downtown Studio by the Subway Loft Near the Convention Center, Fast Wi-Fi Walk Everywhere: 1BR in the Old Town Rooftop Deck Apartment, City Views
Families and groups	4BR Family Home, Fenced Yard, Crib Sleeps 10: Villa with Heated Pool Big Kitchen House Near the Theme Parks Two Living Rooms, Room for Everyone
Nature and retreats	Pine Cabin with Hot Tub and Wood Stove Off-Grid Tiny House on a Working Farm Lakeside A-Frame, Dock and Canoe Ski Cabin 15 Min to the Lifts
Pets	Dog-Friendly Cottage, Fully Fenced Yard Pets Welcome: 2BR Near Off-Leash Park Bring the Dog: Farm Stay with Trails Fenced Garden Apartment, Dogs Stay Free
Work and long stays	Work Trip Ready: Desk, Monitor, Wi-Fi Monthly Stay 1BR, Washer and Dryer Quiet Studio for Remote Work, Parking Business District 1BR, 7 Min Walk

One pattern that works well is [feature or type] + [distance or detail] + [who or how many], leading with whatever a guest would filter for. Leave out words every listing uses, like "cozy", "charming" and "amazing", and skip all caps and emoji. They take characters and tell the guest nothing.

What to avoid

Distances you haven't timed. Walk it or check a map. "Close to the beach" could mean 2 minutes or 20. A guest can plan around "6 minutes' walk".
Features that are seasonal or shared, presented as neither. If the pool is heated only in summer, or the hot tub belongs to the whole building, say so.
Hiding the downsides. Stairs, street noise and a steep driveway belong in "Good to know". Guests who knew in advance rarely complain about them.
Filler adjectives. Stunning, nestled, oasis, gem, hidden. Replace each with a fact.
Rules as the opening line. Put house rules in the house rules section. Open with why someone would want to stay.
Contact details or off-platform links. Airbnb's content rules restrict these in listings, and guests can't use them anyway until they've booked.
Copying a description from another listing. Duplicate text reads generic, and it's someone else's work.

If you use AI for a draft, give it facts only and check every line it writes. Our AI tools for hosts guide has a prompt that tells it not to invent amenities or distances.

What belongs in the guidebook

Your description's job ends at the booking. After that, guests need different information: the door code, the Wi-Fi password, where to park, how the shower works, which day the trash goes out. Keep that out of the listing and send it once they've booked, in a check-in message or a guidebook.

That split also cuts down messages. Most of what guests ask during a stay is practical, and it's the same few questions at every property. Our guides to check-in instructions and welcome messages cover what to send, and the free house manual generator turns your details into a printable manual.

If you'd rather not maintain it by hand, the HostOwls guidebook builds itself from your PMS and gives each guest their own link with their door code, Wi-Fi and check-in time. It's free for your first property. See pricing for more.

Airbnb listing description examples