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Bed and breakfast house rules template

At a bed and breakfast, guests share the house with you and with each other. The rules that matter most are about timing and shared space: when breakfast is served, when the front door locks, and which rooms are private.

This template covers the standard Airbnb rules plus B&B requests with a reason. It also asks for dietary needs ahead of time, which is information, not a rule, and saves a scramble in the morning.

The template

Replace anything in [brackets] with your own details.

Arrival and departure

  • Check-in is between [Check-in window]. If you'll be later, please let us know so someone is here to greet you.
  • Checkout is by [Checkout time]. You're welcome to leave bags with us until [Bag hold time].

Guests and quiet

  • Your room is for [Max guests per room] guests. Visitors are welcome in the [Guest lounge name] until [Visitor time].
  • Quiet hours are [Quiet hours start] to [Quiet hours end]. Other guests are sleeping just down the hall.
  • No parties or events, please.

Pets, smoking and photos

  • Pets: [Pet rule].
  • This is a smoke-free and vape-free house, inside and on the porch. [Outdoor smoking spot]
  • No commercial photography or filming without our permission.

Breakfast

  • Breakfast is served [Breakfast times] in the [Breakfast room].
  • Please tell us about allergies or dietary needs at least [Notice needed] before.
  • Coffee and tea are in the [Coffee spot] all day.

Sharing the house

  • Guest areas are [Shared areas]. Our private rooms are [Private areas]; please don't go beyond the signs.
  • The front door locks at [Door lock time]. Your room key also opens the front door.
  • Please keep your room door locked when you go out, and use the safe in your room for valuables.

Before you go

  • Gather used towels in the bathroom.
  • Put trash and recycling in the bins in your room.
  • Turn off the lights and the heat or AC, and close your windows.
  • Lock your room and leave both keys at [Key return spot].

Thank you for staying with us!

Tips

Put it on one guest page instead of a binder

Keegix turns your welcome book into one link and a QR sign by the door. Upload the binder you already have and AI drafts the page in about a minute, or paste this template in. Free forever for one property.

Questions

What house rules should a bed and breakfast have?

Check-in and checkout times, quiet hours, smoking and pets, plus breakfast times, shared areas and when the front door locks. Keep them short and friendly.

Can B&B guests have visitors?

That is up to you. Many B&Bs welcome visitors in a shared lounge until a set time but not in guest rooms overnight.

How do I ask B&B guests about allergies?

Ask in the booking confirmation or pre-arrival message and again in the house rules. Give a clear deadline so you can shop and plan.

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