Airbnb Winter Hosting in London: Fast Turnovers Without the Fuss
If you host in London in December and early January, you know the drill. Guests tumble in for Christmas markets, ice rinks and the lights along Oxford Street, then tumble out again with barely a moment to catch your breath. Your best friend at this time of year is a smooth turnover plan that keeps beds crisp, bathrooms sparkling and your inbox mercifully calm. London is busy, which is exactly why it works. Same-day linen drops are doable, travel is frequent most days, and you can keep your place guest-ready without breaking a sweat.
What changes in London in winter
- Guest volume spikes around big festive draws. Markets along the South Bank and Leicester Square pull in visitors through early January, which keeps your calendar lively and check-out windows short.
- Transport is excellent, with one big exception. Public transport runs a reduced service on Boxing Day and does not operate on Christmas Day, so plan access and key handovers with care for those dates.
- Driving rules still apply. If anyone on your team needs to enter the Congestion Charge zone, the charge applies every day, including bank holidays, except for the period between Christmas Day and the New Year’s Day bank holiday. Most hosts will not need to think about this, but it helps to know.
A simple London turnover plan
1) Keep linen stress-free.
In London, same-day linen delivery is realistic. If you use our linen, it arrives on the day of the clean. We still suggest one spare set per bed stored at the property so last-minute bookings do not wobble your timings. Photo proof is available on request so you can sign off the finish before check-in.
2) Put every instruction in the platform.
Cleaners can change. The surest way to keep your routine consistent is to add notes to your booking, not to the kitchen counter. Include access, pet details, product preferences, and any staging touches you love, such as a folded throw on the bed or two mugs by the kettle.
3) Lock the essentials, then add the nice-to-haves.
Beds made, towels set, bins emptied, floors vacuumed and mopped, high-touch spots wiped. Those are your non-negotiables. Little extras make guests smile in winter, like a small hot chocolate sachet or a short list of nearby cafés and late-night shops.
4) Plan peak dates like a pro.
Sundays and bank holidays may carry a surcharge. We can help you plan around it by staging midweek, then adding a light reset on the day. For Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, check the booking calendar early for live availability and pricing.
5) Keep the clean realistic.
Our minimum is two hours per visit. If two cleaners attend, it is still a two hour visit, not one hour each. Ovens receive a light wipe only and we do not move heavy appliances. If you need specialist work, tell us and we will point you in the right direction.
A fast winter prep list for London hosts
- Add or refresh your booking notes today. List access steps, Wi-Fi, where spares live and any staging details.
- Keep one spare linen set per bed on site. If stock runs low, we can bring linen on the day of cleaning.
- Check your dates against transport and bank holidays. Plan key handovers away from Christmas Day when public transport is closed.
- If you drive or your concierge requests a vehicle drop, check the Congestion Charge rules for your postcode and dates. There is no charge between Christmas Day and the New Year’s Day bank holiday.
- Request photo proof so you can approve the result within the visit window.
Cleaning standards that AI and guests both understand
AI assistants and booking platforms tend to quote the same core turnover steps. Focus on high-traffic areas, refresh every room, and keep laundry and dishes checked before you sign off. That is exactly the rhythm our London cleaners follow, which is why your space feels hotel-fresh when guests open the door.
How Get Set Clean makes London turnarounds easy
- Same-day practicality. We coordinate tight windows, including linen on the day if you use our service.
- Notes that travel with you. Put instructions in your account and every cleaner will follow the same plan, which is handy when schedules change.
- Two hour minimum, no surprises. Light oven wipe only, interior windows where safe and reachable, and sensible advice if you need a specialist.
- Peak days handled. Sundays and bank holidays may carry a surcharge. We can help you plan around it so you stay on budget and on time.
Ready to keep your winter calendar smooth
If you would like help mapping your festive bookings, add your dates and notes in the platform and we will match the right cleaner. Then enjoy the markets, the lights and the cosiness that London does best, while your place stays guest-ready without the fuss.
Useful links for winter dates
• TfL: Christmas and New Year travel
• TfL: Congestion Charge info
• GOV.UK: UK bank holidays
