| No. | Term | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Access code | Numeric entry code for guests. |
| 2. | Accessible | Usable by people with disabilities. |
| 3. | Add-on fee | Extra charge beyond base rate. |
| 4. | After-hours | Outside normal business hours. |
| 5. | Air conditioning | System that cools indoor air. |
| 6. | Allergen | Substance that triggers allergies. |
| 7. | Amenities | Features that improve guest comfort. |
| 8. | Arrival time | When the guest plans to arrive. |
| 9. | Auto-reply | Automatic message response. |
| 10. | Availability | Dates the listing can be booked. |
| 11. | Back-to-back booking | Consecutive reservations with no gap. |
| 12. | Backup key | Spare key for emergencies. |
| 13. | Bed linens | Sheets and pillowcases for beds. |
| 14. | Blackout curtains | Curtains that block most light. |
| 15. | Booking request | Guest asks to reserve dates. |
| 16. | Breakage | Damage to items during stay. |
| 17. | Buffer day | Day left open between bookings. |
| 18. | Cancelled reservation | Booking ended before check-in. |
| 19. | Capacity | Maximum number of guests allowed. |
| 20. | Check-in | Guest arrival and entry process. |
| 21. | Check-out | Guest departure and exit process. |
| 22. | Cleaning checklist | Step-by-step cleaning tasks list. |
| 23. | Cleaning fee | Charge for cleaning after stay. |
| 24. | Co-host | Person who helps manage listing. |
| 25. | Confirmation | Proof the booking is accepted. |
| 26. | Contactless entry | Entry without in-person handoff. |
| 27. | Courtesy message | Polite note to guests. |
| 28. | Damage deposit | Refundable amount for potential damage. |
| 29. | Deep clean | Thorough cleaning beyond routine. |
| 30. | Default rules | Standard house rules applied. |
| 31. | Departure instructions | Steps guests follow when leaving. |
| 32. | Digital guidebook | Online local and house information. |
| 33. | Direct booking | Reservation made without platform. |
| 34. | Disinfection | Killing germs on surfaces. |
| 35. | Do not disturb | Request for privacy and quiet. |
| 36. | Door code | Code used to unlock door. |
| 37. | Early check-in | Arrival before standard check-in. |
| 38. | Emergency contact | Person to call in emergencies. |
| 39. | Emergency kit | Supplies for urgent situations. |
| 40. | Energy efficient | Uses less power for same output. |
| 41. | Entry instructions | How to access the property. |
| 42. | Escalation | Raising an issue for resolution. |
| 43. | Estimated arrival | Approximate time guest will arrive. |
| 44. | Exterior cameras | Outdoor security cameras, disclosed. |
| 45. | Extra guest fee | Charge per guest above base. |
| 46. | Fast Wi‑Fi | High-speed internet connection. |
| 47. | Feedback | Guest comments about the stay. |
| 48. | Fire exit | Route to leave during fire. |
| 49. | Fire extinguisher | Device to put out small fires. |
| 50. | First aid kit | Basic medical supplies. |
| 51. | Flexible cancellation | Lenient cancellation terms. |
| 52. | Floor plan | Layout of rooms and spaces. |
| 53. | Fully booked | No available dates left. |
| 54. | Guest count | Number of people staying. |
| 55. | Guest screening | Reviewing guests before accepting. |
| 56. | Guest support | Help provided to guests. |
| 57. | House manual | Instructions for using the home. |
| 58. | House rules | Standards guests must follow. |
| 59. | ID verification | Confirming guest identity. |
| 60. | Incident report | Written record of a problem. |
| 61. | Instant Book | Booking without host approval. |
| 62. | Inventory | List of items in property. |
| 63. | Key handoff | Giving keys to the guest. |
| 64. | Key safe | Lockbox for storing keys. |
| 65. | Late check-out | Departure after standard time. |
| 66. | Laundry | Washing and drying linens. |
| 67. | Lead time | Time between booking and arrival. |
| 68. | Listing description | Text describing the property. |
| 69. | Local regulations | Rules set by local authorities. |
| 70. | Lockbox | Secure box holding keys. |
| 71. | Long-term stay | Extended reservation, usually 28+ days. |
| 72. | Maintenance | Upkeep and repair tasks. |
| 73. | Message thread | Conversation history with a guest. |
| 74. | Minimum stay | Fewest nights allowed per booking. |
| 75. | No-show | Guest does not arrive. |
| 76. | Noise complaint | Report of excessive sound. |
| 77. | Occupancy | How many guests are staying. |
| 78. | Off-season | Lower-demand travel period. |
| 79. | Onboarding | Setup process for hosting. |
| 80. | Open dates | Unbooked available calendar days. |
| 81. | Parking instructions | Where and how to park. |
| 82. | Payment payout | Money sent to the host. |
| 83. | Peak season | High-demand travel period. |
| 84. | Pet policy | Rules about animals in property. |
| 85. | Photo ID | Government-issued identity document. |
| 86. | Pre-approval | Host indicates willingness to accept. |
| 87. | Price per night | Nightly rate charged to guest. |
| 88. | Quiet hours | Times when noise must be low. |
| 89. | Refund | Money returned to the guest. |
| 90. | Remote lock | Smart lock controlled from afar. |
| 91. | Reservation | Confirmed booking for specific dates. |
| 92. | Review | Public rating and comments. |
| 93. | Safety disclosure | Required safety-related information. |
| 94. | Security deposit | Amount held against potential damage. |
| 95. | Self check-in | Guest enters without host present. |
| 96. | Service animal | Trained animal assisting a person. |
| 97. | Short-term rental | Temporary lodging for travelers. |
| 98. | Smoke alarm | Device that detects smoke. |
| 99. | Special offer | Custom price proposal to guest. |
| 100. | Stay extension | Adding nights to a reservation. |
