The little Superhost badge is one of the first things guests look for on Airbnb. It tells them the host is reliable, responsive and well reviewed. It's also easy to lose, because a single bad review or a missed message on a busy weekend can cost you the badge. Here's what it takes in 2026.
What could your home earn?
Free and instant. Nobody rings you unless you ask them to.
Key takeaways
- Superhost needs a 4.8 rating, 90% response rate, under 1% cancellations and 10 stays.
- Airbnb checks every quarter, looking back 12 months.
- Superhosts get a badge, a guest search filter, priority support and referral bonuses.
- One bad listing can cost the badge across a whole account.
- Fast replies, no cancellations and consistent cleans keep the badge.
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What are the Superhost requirements?
Four thresholds, measured over the past 12 months. Hostfully lists them as a 4.8+ overall rating, a 90%+ response rate, a cancellation rate below 1%, and at least 10 completed stays (or 3 reservations totaling 100+ nights).
When does Airbnb check?
Every quarter. Airbnb evaluates hosts automatically on January 1, April 1, July 1, and October 1, looking back over the previous 365 days.
What does the badge get you?
Hostfully says Superhosts get a profile badge, a search filter guests actively use, priority support, and referral bonuses. The search filter matters most: guests who tick it only see Superhost listings.
Why is Superhost status easy to lose?
- Ratings: a couple of four-star reviews can pull an average below 4.8.
- Response rate: Airbnb requires 9 in 10 new enquiries answered within 24 hours, including weekends and holidays.
- Cancellations: with only 10 stays a year, a single cancellation can put you over 1%.
The status also covers your whole account. Hostfully notes that one underperforming listing can cost a manager the badge across an entire portfolio.
Is there an equivalent on Vrbo?
Yes, Vrbo's Premier Host. Lodgify explains it requires a 4.3+ average rating, a 90%+ booking acceptance rate, and a <5% owner-initiated cancellation rate, plus a minimum number of bookings or nights.
How do you keep the badge?
- Reply fast, even on holiday. Automated messages help, but real answers matter.
- Never cancel if you can avoid it. Keep calendars in sync to avoid double bookings.
- Spotless cleans, every time, with a check after each guest.
- Fix problems during the stay, before they become reviews.
Would you rather someone else ran the platforms?
Every platform has its own calendar, inbox, fees and rules. Keeping them all in step, day and night, is a job in itself. That job is what we do, for 12% + VAT of what each booking earns. If your home doesn't earn, neither do we.
Frequently asked questions
How do I become an Airbnb Superhost?
Meet all four thresholds over 12 months: a 4.8 rating, 90% response rate, under 1% cancellations and 10 stays.
How often does Airbnb review Superhost status?
Every quarter, on 1 January, 1 April, 1 July and 1 October.
What happens if I lose Superhost status?
You can earn it back at the next quarterly check if you meet the requirements again.
Does Superhost status increase bookings?
It can, because guests can filter their search to show only Superhosts.
Is there a Superhost equivalent on Vrbo?
Yes, Vrbo's Premier Host programme.
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