i have been trying for several months to join the co host network!!

[Sarah5998]

i meet all requirements, I am a superhost of over 200+ 4.8 and above reviews, and yet airbnb just keeps saying I dont meet the requirements. They said i got one 3 star review. I told them I meet all requirements that they advertise they did not state you are never allowed to get 1x 3.0 review. All i get is the same automatic emails you dont meet the requirements, and on the phone they say the same. I have several owners asking me to manage their properties and yet I cannot get any further with airbnb to be officially on the co host network!

[Joelle43 · Accepted solution]

Hello @Sarah5998 

If you already have hosts that would like you to help with the running of their listings, then you can get them to send you an invitation to become a co-host directly.

The Airbnb co-host network is a separate entity and you don't have to be an official Airbnb co-host to work with other hosts.

[Sarah5998]

I understand that, but for better business growth I really want to be on the platform and seen as many local hosts are saying this is where all their new clients are coming from...

[Patricia2526]

Hi @Sarah5998 

Unfortunately, it’s true  hosts need to maintain excellent reviews and a strong overall rating to qualify for the Co-host program. I agree with @Joelle43 ; if the property owners truly want you to be their co-host, they can easily add you directly through their account. It’s ultimately their choice, and sometimes that’s the faster and simpler route rather than waiting for program eligibility.

[Jason114]

@Sarah5998 That sounds really frustrating. Unfortunately, not all regions are currently open for new co-hosts, and Airbnb's eligibility requirements can be stricter than they appear.. even one outlier review can trigger a rejection.

You might still find success outside the official network by promoting your co-hosting services locally. Try joining Facebook groups or community pages for hosts in your area.. many owners look for reliable co-hosts there. Since you already have a strong Superhost record, word of mouth and local networking could help you find clients even faster than waiting for Airbnb's system to update.

[Sarah5998]

Thank you for this, yep thats my current approach, its just a shame when my local hosts share this is how they get all their leads so easily whilst I work hard to find them. I think they are now saying its full in my area in so many words, then they say issue with review.. its not a concrete answer 😞

[Elena3684]

I completely understand your frustration with joining. I always get an email response indicating I’d make a great addition to the Co-Host Network but they’re not accepting any new Co-Hosts in my area at this time but putting me on a waiting list. I wish you the best! ❤️