Not sure how an Airbnb smart lock works and whether opting for a keyless entry will actually pay off? Here are four solid reasons for choosing any type of keyless entry for your Airbnb.

1. Save Time and Get Control of Your Schedule

Key handovers can be quite a hassle if you manage multiple properties and have different parties coming over on the same day. On the other hand, if you only rent out one property, you likely have another source of income. Adjusting your work schedule to fit in guest arrival can be a major inconvenience.

When you factor in guests' flight delays, traffic jams, and unforeseen emergencies, key drop-offs sound like an even more terrible idea. All this can go away with something as simple as a keyless entry to your Airbnb. Just have your guests enter a temporary code on your Level Keypad or click on a unique link and tap a button on their phone when they're at the front door. You can manage everything remotely and travel wherever you want while working online.

2. Improve Guest Experience and Earn More

When you upgrade to an Airbnb keyless entry, your guests benefit from more flexible arrival times, and there's no waiting around for keys if they arrive earlier. It also gives them privacy while exploring their rental on their own and not under your watch. A good guest experience gets you better reviews which, in turn, generates more income.

Having your property show up on Airbnb when the user filters the list by "self-check-in" is a great plus. This is one of the key features business travelers look for, and it leads to high-value bookings. With an Airbnb smart lock in place, you can also take last-minute bookings and round up your income.

3. Streamline Property Management and Minimize Costs

If you're handling multiple properties with traditional locks, you'll likely need to hire a helper to meet and greet guests when you have several bookings at the same time. Airbnb keyless door locks help you cut this cost and streamline your check-in and check-out process.

You also won't need to replace the lock or create additional copies every time a guest loses their keys — another cost-saving bonus. Plus, by passing out unique codes to the cleaning and maintenance teams, you will be able to monitor lock activity and avoid being charged extra hours.

4. Enhance Security, Safety, and Comfort for All

Do you want to rent out your primary residence while you're away? Perhaps you don’t want to change the exterior of your door and showcase to your neighbors that you own a smart lock. With Level Bolt you can seamlessly upgrade your current deadbolt to a smart one, invisibly.

You can keep using your current physical keys, no one will know your lock is smart, and only make use of the smart features for guest arrival. By minimizing personal contact and removing the need to pass out physical keys, an Airbnb keyless entry increases comfort and safety. In the post-COVID world, this is still a concern for many, guests and hosts alike.

Once you're ready to buy a smart lock for your Airbnb, you still need to sift through the many options available. To max out on convenience, experience, and security, the best smart lock for Airbnb should check most of these boxes:

• Meets the highest industry standards for residential security — ANSI Grade 1 (American National Standards Institute) — and is protected by best-in-class data encryption

• Compatible with your door and is easy to install

• Works with a keypad and temporary key codes, unique to each guest party for a precise time frame (at the least, you should be able to create party passes and share them with a group via email or text)

• Can be auto-locked after a certain time and auto-unlocked when approaching the door

• Benefits from smart hub integrations that allow you to control the lock with either Siri or Alexa with Ring and enable home automation

• Has a long battery life so you don't need to check on it more than once a year

• Includes an activity monitor that allows you to see when people come and go

• Benefits from firmware updates and has Bluetooth connectivity

Last but not least, make sure the Airbnb smart lock you install has a minimalist design that blends in easily with any type of door. After all, the entrance is a great opportunity to make a good first impression on your guests.

Depending on how you use Airbnb — whether as your main source of income or just to make something extra — there is an Airbnb smart lock solution that suits you. It can be Level Lock or an upgrade to your current deadbolt with Level Bolt. Level locks can also be paired with a Level Keypad or an existing smart hub from Apple or Amazon Sidewalk. Assess your own Airbnb needs and match them to the right features, then set up your smart lock in no time.

Pro tip: No matter which Airbnb keyless entry you choose, remember to use the platform's automated message feature and provide guests with clear check-in and checkout instructions.

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