Direct answer: A co-host on Airbnb is someone you hire or engage to help manage your listing(s). They handle tasks like guest communication, cleaning coordination, check-in/check-out, turnovers, and sometimes listing management, pricing, and maintenance, depending on the agreement. Co-hosts can work with one property or multiple properties, and hosts typically compensate them with a percentage of earnings, a flat fee, or a combination, as negotiated. Key points to understand

• Roles and responsibilities
  • Co-hosts can manage communications with guests, coordinate cleaning and turnovers, welcome guests, and assist with reservations. Some co-hosts also help with listing optimization, price setting, and basic property maintenance, but the exact duties are defined by the host–co-host contract. This division of tasks allows hosts to delegate portions of the operation while retaining control over critical decisions.

• How to become or hire a co-host
  • Hosts often look for local, trusted individuals (or professional services) to fill the role, and they may also join networks or marketplaces that connect hosts with potential co-hosts. Building a track record of reliability and responsiveness is important for eligibility and ongoing visibility in co-host networks.

* For would-be co-hosts, common requirements include a good hosting history (high ratings, strong response rate) and a willingness to handle guest-facing tasks, sometimes with defined service levels or hours. The specifics vary by platform policies and network programs.

• Economics and agreements
  • Common compensation models include a percentage of the nightly rate (with or without cleaning) or a flat fee, and sometimes a hybrid arrangement. The exact percentage-fee ranges vary by services provided and region, but typical ranges seen in industry guides fall roughly in the 10–40% area for various service levels.

• How to find and work with a co-host
  • Platforms and host communities provide search and messaging tools to connect with local co-hosts. Both hosts and co-hosts should clearly outline the scope of responsibilities, expectations, boundaries, and payment terms before starting a partnership to avoid misunderstandings.

If you’d like, specify what you want from a co-host (e.g., just guest messaging vs. full-service management, number of properties, your location, and preferred compensation model), and I can tailor guidance on finding, evaluating, and onboarding a co-host that fits your needs.