In late summer 2025, Airbnb shared another fantastic update to its app and community. This update includes a new in-app section on water safety. In this blog post, we’ll break down everything hosts should know about this great water safety update.
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What is the new Airbnb water safety update?
Now, when a guest books a property that includes a water feature like a pool or lakeside access, they’ll be provided with prompts. These prompts will encourage guests to ask the host about their water safety protocols.
Additionally, the in-app experience will highlight water safety tips developed by Safe Kids Worldwide. The goal of these tips is to ensure everyone has a safe and fun experience when interacting with Airbnb’s water features.
Airbnb shared that you can expect tips like the following:
- Never swim alone.
- Familiarize yourself with the layout of the water and access points
- Know emergency procedures and contacts
- Avoid using any substances around the water
What does this mean for hosts?
As a host, this update reminds you that you need to never let your guard down with water safety. Let this new feature encourage you to clearly communicate your safety information for your pool or whatever water access you have. A great opportunity to do this is in your automated messages with guests. Secondly, it’s a good reminder to have items like buoys or life jackets on hand, and always have clear signage about your pool rules displayed.
Final thoughts on Airbnb water safety
We always appreciate Airbnb’s efforts to make hosting an enjoyable and safe experience for all. If you’re a host who has a water feature at your property, be sure that you’ve provided guidelines for guests to safely interact with it.
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