@Zacharias0in Las Vegas, NV
I know this thread is old but I have to chime in: A remote lock is a must for me as a remote host. I have alarm.com security and use a Z-wave compatible Weiser (Kwikset) Smart Code 10 lock (soon to be upgrading to the Wieser Obsidian keykess lock for added security as I've never used the key in 2.5 years of operating my Airbnb in Canada).
1) Every guest gets their own unique temporary code (last 4 digits of their phone number) which I program into the alarm.com online portal. It automatically expires when guest checks out as I input the check-in/check-out day/time
2) I can see if the door is locked on my online portal and can lock/unlock it from there.
3) when the door is not locking it's becasue of a mechanical issue such as a lock jam. Usually, I need to adjust the adjustable striker plate (the door lever striker plate not the deadbolt striker plate) so it pulls the door closed tighter to the weather stripping to avoid lock jams. (This needs to be done seasonally when the temperature changes considerably from freezing to warmer temps and back).
Before I had the alarm.com automation/security I had to get my cleaners to change the codes manually which cost more time and money than my monthly monitoring/equipment costs with alarm.com (CAN$33). Manually changing the codes took 10-15 minutes after each guest.
I cannot stress enough what a timesaver it is and the peace of mind it offers.
BTW: In the event the door is unlocked due to a mechanical issue. The security system will cover it if an unauthorized person should open the door until I can get my cleaner in to check the lock.
I am looking for 3rd party software compatible with my IQ Panel 2 that will automatically input codes from my AIrbnb calendar bookings so I no longer have spend time doing it remotely. I may add a SmartThings Hub to my system just to be able to use the RBoy app that does this as stated by Madhura below.