Cleaning and Linen
At Stay in London, we provide specialist Airbnb cleaning services in London designed specifically for short-term rental properties. Unlike standard domestic cleaners, our teams are trained for high-frequency turnover cleaning, same-day changeovers, and hospitality-level presentation. Whether you manage a single Airbnb flat or a portfolio of holiday lets across London, our cleaning service ensures your property is guest-ready — every time.
Short-let properties operate at a completely different standard compared to residential homes.
Each turnover requires:
- Full sanitisation of high-touch surfaces
- Hotel-standard bed making
- Amenity restocking
- Linen replacement
- Damage and maintenance checks
- Staging for listing photos
Our cleaners understand that presentation directly impacts your guest reviews, Superhost status, and nightly rates.
We don’t just clean — we prepare your property for a 5-star guest experience.
Our London Airbnb cleaning service includes:
Kitchen
- Deep surface sanitisation
- Appliance wipe down (oven exterior, microwave, fridge shelves)
- Sink and tap descaling
- Bin emptying and liner replacement
- Cupboard front cleaning
- Restocking of essentials (if required)
Bathroom
- Full disinfectant clean
- Limescale removal
- Shower screen polishing
- Mirror and chrome polishing
- Toilet sanitisation
- Amenity refill check
Bedrooms
- Fresh linen installation
- Professional bed styling
- Mattress and pillow inspection
- Dusting of surfaces
- Wardrobe and drawer check
Living Areas
- Dusting and surface cleaning
- Upholstery vacuuming
- Floor vacuum and mop
- Balcony check (if applicable)
Linen Hire & Laundry Service
We offer optional hotel-quality linen hire in London, including:
- 300+ thread count bedding
- Fresh towels (bath, hand, bath mat)
- Professionally laundered and pressed
- Inventory tracking
This ensures consistency, removes washing delays, and allows for seamless same-day changeovers.
For high-occupancy properties, we strongly recommend maintaining at least 3 linen sets per bed to avoid operational bottlenecks.
Same-Day Airbnb Changeovers
London short-lets often require tight operational timing. Our team coordinates directly with:
- Guest check-out times
- Key handover schedules
- Property managers
- Smart lock access systems
We prioritise efficient scheduling so your property is ready for check-in without delays.
100-Point Quality Control Inspection
Cleaning alone isn’t enough.
Every service includes a structured quality checklist covering:
- Appliance functionality
- Damage detection
- Inventory check
- Missing items reporting
- Maintenance flagging
This reduces disputes, protects your property, and minimises negative reviews. Many hosts find that consistently trusted Airbnb cleaners in London — ones who follow a structured checklist and send photo reports — directly correlate with maintaining their cleanliness score above 4.8.
Who We Work With
Our cleaning service supports:
- Airbnb hosts
- Booking.com hosts
- Serviced accommodation operators
- Corporate rental providers
- Landlords operating under the London 90-day rule
- Portfolio landlords with 5+ units
If you’re scaling your short-let operation, reliable cleaning becomes your most critical operational pillar.
Next steps to start working with us
Fill out our rent estimate form
Tell us about your property and receive an estimate of its short-term rental potential.
Initial Consultation
We’ll discuss your property, goals, and answer any questions about our management service.
Arrange a Property Visit or Video Call
We’ll assess your property, discuss recommendations, and explain the onboarding process.
Agree Terms & Get Started
Once you’re happy to proceed, we’ll complete the onboarding process and begin preparing your property for guests.
Initial Deep Clean & Professional Photoshoot
We’ll ensure your property is guest-ready and capture high-quality photographs to showcase it at its best.
Listing Creation & Optimisation
Our team will create and optimise your listing with compelling descriptions, dynamic pricing, and booking platform integration.
Update Your Availability Calendar
Share your preferred availability so we can start accepting bookings on your chosen dates.
Start Earning
Your property goes live, bookings start coming in, and we take care of the day-to-day management while you enjoy the income. All 8 steps can be completed in as little as 1 week.
Advantages of working with StayInLondon
1. Short-Let Specialists
We do not operate as a general domestic cleaning company. Our systems are built specifically around the short-term rental model.
2. Hospitality-Level Standards
We understand how review algorithms work. Cleanliness is one of the most weighted categories affecting booking conversion and ranking.
3. Fully Managed Coordination
We integrate cleaning with:
- Guest communication
- Check-in logistics
- Maintenance reporting
- Inventory management
This creates a seamless operational structure.
4. Flexible Scheduling Across London
We operate across Central London and Greater London, including:
- Kensington & Chelsea
- Westminster
- Canary Wharf
- Shoreditch
- Clapham
- Stratford
- Camden
- Fulham
Deep Cleaning & Periodic Maintenance Cleans
In addition to standard turnover cleaning, we provide:
- Quarterly deep cleans
- Post-long stay refresh
- End of tenancy cleaning
- Post-renovation cleans
Deep cleaning improves longevity of furnishings and prevents negative guest feedback related to hidden build-up.
Airbnb Cleaning Pricing in London
Pricing depends on:
- Property size
- Number of bedrooms
- Linen requirements
- Access logistics
- Frequency
As a general guide:
- 1-bedroom turnover cleaning in London: from £65–£90
- 2-bedroom: from £85–£120
- 3-bedroom+: tailored pricing
We provide customised quotes based on operational needs.
Protecting Your Reviews & Revenue
Cleanliness is directly linked to:
- 5-star reviews
- Repeat bookings
- Superhost eligibility
- Higher nightly rates
- Increased occupancy
One poor cleaning review can impact your listing’s ranking and long-term revenue.
Fully Managed Airbnb Management Option
If you’re looking for more than cleaning, we also offer:
- Full Airbnb management
- Dynamic pricing management
- Guest vetting
- Professional photography
- Listing optimisation
Many landlords start with cleaning and later upgrade to full management once they see the operational complexity involved.
Zones 1-2 in Central London
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FAQ
Find quick answers to the most common questions about this service.
Our housekeeping team will schedule cleaning on the day guests move out, we’ll also get our linen rental partner to collect used linen and deliver fresh ones, including towels. Cleaning and linen fee is paid by the guest and is added on top of accommodation revenue, so there is no cost for you.
Central London, mainly zones 1 and 2, have the highest demand for short to medium-term rental homes and tend to perform the best in our portfolio, generating around 30% than long-term rental revenue.
Yes. Our teams arrive fully equipped with professional-grade cleaning products.
Yes. We conduct inspections and provide reporting where required.
We operate flexible scheduling and can often accommodate urgent changeovers, subject to availability.
We can coordinate access via key safes, concierge desks, or smart lock systems.
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