How to Keep Your Airbnb Stocked Without the Stress
Because Running Out of Toilet Paper Shouldn’t Be the Reason for a Bad ReviewIf you're like most mom-and-pop hosts, you're juggling a lot: guest messag...
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Because Running Out of Toilet Paper Shouldn’t Be the Reason for a Bad Review
If you're like most mom-and-pop hosts, you're juggling a lot: guest messages, laundry, kids’ soccer practice—and oh right, that last-minute guest checking in tonight. Nothing derails your day faster than realizing you’re out of coffee pods and paper towels at the worst possible moment.
Good news: staying stocked doesn’t have to be a guessing game (or a weekly sprint through the Target cleaning aisle). Here’s a laid-back but totally effective way to keep your Airbnb guest-ready without the supply drama.
1. Start with a Supply Essentials Checklist
You don’t need a warehouse, but you do need a list. Here’s what most guests expect (even if they don’t say it out loud):
- Toilet paper (yes, more than one roll)
- Paper towels
- Hand soap and body wash
- Shampoo and conditioner
- Trash bags and liners
- Dish soap and a fresh sponge
- Coffee, tea, and maybe a little something sweet
Bonus extras that guests love (and will 100% mention in reviews):
- Bottled water
- Extra toothbrushes
- A few snacks or mints on the nightstand
2. Stock for At Least Two Stays at a Time
Think of this as your “just in case” cushion. If one guest uses more than expected—or you get a back-to-back booking—you’re covered.
Keep supplies in a labeled bin or a small locked cabinet that’s easy for your cleaner to access (and hard for guests to accidentally raid).
3. Use a Restocking System (a.k.a. Not Your Brain)
Let’s be honest: your brain is already full. Use a checklist, app, or even a whiteboard in your supply closet. Or:
- Create a Google Sheet your cleaner updates after each turnover
- Add a sticky note system (low-tech, but weirdly satisfying)
- Just take photos of your bins during each clean—easy and visual!
The goal is simple: stop winging it, start tracking it.
4. Buy in Bulk & Organize Like a Pro (Sort of)
You don’t need industrial shelves or color-coded bins (unless that sparks joy). Just:
- Buy in bulk at Costco, Amazon, or a restaurant supply store
- Group items by room: bathroom, kitchen, cleaning supplies
- Use clear bins with labels, so even your cleaner’s backup can find the sponges
Trust us, one afternoon of organizing pays off for months.
5. Loop In Your Cleaner—They’re the Real MVP
Train your cleaner to:
- Restock supplies from your bins
- Tell you when something runs low (or isn’t being used)
- Snap a quick photo of the closet after each clean
You don’t have to be there, and you won’t get blindsided before the next guest arrives.
When You’re Ready to Automate, SHD Can Help
Tired of managing supplies on your own? SuperHost Depot’s automated restocking service tracks your bookings, monitors your usage, and sends exactly what you need—when and where you need it.
You can finally stop wondering, “Do I have enough toilet paper?” and start focusing on the stuff you actually enjoy about hosting.
Related Knowledge Base Articles:
- Automated Supply Replenishment with SHD
- Managing Cleaning Schedules with SHD
- Setting Up Your Dashboard and Preferences
- How SHD Supports Your Property
- Reporting a Maintenance Issue
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