How to Find Airbnb Rentals with Host Greets You
129
Amenity code
Usually hidden
In Airbnb's UI
500+
Filters on CustomBNB
Quick Answer
Airbnb's standard search only shows ~24 amenity filters. Host Greets You is often hidden in the standard UI. Use the button below to search Airbnb with Host Greets You pre-filtered — or read on to understand how it works.
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Signals an in-person check-in rather than a self-service lockbox or smart lock — genuinely important for first-time visitors to a city, older travellers less comfortable with keypad instructions, or anyone who values a local's welcome and orientation on arrival. It's the direct opposite of the "self check-in" filter, and travellers usually have a strong preference one way or the other.
When you open Airbnb's search filter panel, you'll see options for basic amenities like "Wifi" and "Pool." But for more specific features like Host Greets You, the filter may not appear at all — or it's buried so deep that most travellers never find it. Airbnb has assigned an internal amenity code to Host Greets You (code: 129), but their UI simply doesn't expose it.
This forces travellers into one of two bad options: read through every listing description hoping the host mentioned it, or book somewhere and discover the amenity isn't available after you arrive.
How CustomBNB Lets You Filter by Host Greets You
CustomBNB aggregates all of Airbnb's internal amenity codes — including Host Greets You (code 129) — and surfaces them through a simple, searchable interface. When you click the search button, CustomBNB generates an Airbnb URL with the amenity code appended, sending you directly to pre-filtered results on Airbnb's platform.
You're not leaving Airbnb's ecosystem — you're just arriving with your filters already set. CustomBNB requires no account to try, and takes under 30 seconds. For a deeper look at how Airbnb's hidden filter system works, read our complete guide to Airbnb's hidden amenity codes.
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How to Search Airbnb for Host Greets You: Step by Step
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Click the search button above (or go to custombnb.app). Host Greets You will be pre-selected for you.
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Optionally add more filters. Want Host Greets You AND a pool? AND fast WiFi? You can stack as many as you need.
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Click "Search Airbnb." You'll be taken directly to Airbnb.com with Host Greets You already filtered. Enter your dates and location to finalise your search.
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Browse results and book directly on Airbnb as you normally would. CustomBNB has no involvement in the booking process.
Tips for Booking an Airbnb with Host Greets You
Verify the Host Greets You before you commit
Airbnb amenities are self-reported by hosts. Before booking, scan the listing photos for the Host Greets You, check that recent reviews mention it positively, and read the "Things to know" section for any caveats. A filter match is a starting point — not a guarantee.
Message the host to confirm if it's a dealbreaker
If Host Greets You is essential to your trip, send the host a quick message before booking to confirm it's available and in working order for your dates. Most hosts respond within a few hours. Getting it in writing also protects you if there's a dispute after check-in.
What else to look for in the listing
If you value a personal welcome, confirm arrival timing flexibility with the host in advance — in-person check-ins are more sensitive to flight delays than a self-service lockbox. If you'd rather skip small talk and go straight in, this is one to actively avoid and filter for self check-in instead.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Airbnb have a Host Greets You filter?
Airbnb assigns an internal amenity code to Host Greets You (code 129), but it is not shown in their standard filter UI. The code exists in Airbnb's system and hosts use it to tag their listings — guests just can't access it through the normal search panel.
How do I search for an Airbnb with a Host Greets You?
The easiest way is to use CustomBNB. Visit custombnb.app, select Host Greets You from the filter list, and click "Search Airbnb." You'll land directly on Airbnb with the Host Greets You filter already applied.
Can I combine the Host Greets You filter with other amenities?
Yes — CustomBNB lets you stack multiple amenity filters simultaneously. You can combine Host Greets You with pool, sauna, beachfront, or any of 490+ other filters to generate a single Airbnb search URL showing only listings that match every amenity you selected.
Combine Host Greets You with Other Amenity Filters
One of CustomBNB's most useful features is multi-filter stacking. Select Host Greets You alongside any other amenity and CustomBNB builds a single Airbnb URL that returns only listings matching all of them.
Popular Host Greets You combinations
For romantic getaways
Pair Host Greets You with an indoor fireplace, hot tub, or private pool for a couples' retreat. Stack all three filters in CustomBNB to find listings that have every element you need — no scrolling through pages of results that almost match.
For group and family trips
Combine Host Greets You with a game room, pool, or BBQ grill for group bookings where everyone needs something to do. Multi-filter stacking means you find the right property in one search instead of compromising on what matters most.
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Find Airbnbs with Host Greets You in Popular Destinations
CustomBNB works for any destination Airbnb covers. Here are some of the most popular US cities where travellers search for host greets you rentals. Use the search tool to apply Host Greets You as a filter and enter any of these locations on Airbnb.
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