The best smart locks for Airbnb hosts let you give each guest a temporary code, open the door remotely when something goes wrong, and see when the door was opened, without meeting anyone to hand over keys. In Saudi Arabia, a Wi-Fi lock such as the Lumive Guardian G12 WiFi covers all three from the Lumive app; a Bluetooth lock needs a gateway to do the same from a distance.
- Lumive Guardian G12 WiFi: 474.99 SAR, remote opening over Wi-Fi, temporary passwords, unlocking history, rated IP55, fits doors 35-55 mm thick.
- Lumive Guardian G12 WiFi with Camera & Doorbell: 599.99 SAR, adds a camera and a doorbell so you can see who is at the door.
- Lumive Guardian G1: 449.99 SAR, fingerprint lock with temporary passwords and up to 300 users.
- Professional installation with a Lumive lock: 120 SAR per lock. Every Lumive lock carries a 2-year warranty.
What do Airbnb hosts need from smart locks?
A host needs a lock that gives guests access without a key handover and takes it away again when the stay ends. In practice that means four things:
- A separate code for each stay. A temporary password or electronic key for the guest, which you remove after check-out, so no old code stays in circulation.
- Remote access. Opening the door for a guest who is locked out, or for a cleaner, while you are somewhere else. This needs a Wi-Fi lock, or a Bluetooth lock with a gateway.
- Unlocking history. A record in the app of when the door was opened, which helps you confirm check-in and cleaning visits.
- A backup way in. Fingerprint, keypad, card and a mechanical key, plus emergency power, so a flat battery or a lost phone does not leave anyone outside.
Which smart locks for Airbnb suit which property?
Choose by door compatibility as well as access features. The G1 and G12 fit doors 35-55 mm thick; the Simplex V1, also supplied in the Pro bundle, is specified for doors 60-90 mm thick and indoor use only. Ask the installer to check the existing lock, the door measurements and any modifications before ordering. If you rent the property, agree the changes and any restoration with the owner before installation. These Lumive models suit different hosting needs:
| Lumive model | Best for | Remote access | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guardian G12 WiFi | Apartments and villas where you manage several stays from your phone | Built in, over Wi-Fi | 474.99 SAR |
| Guardian G12 WiFi with Camera & Doorbell | Hosts who want to see who is at the door before allowing entry | Built in, over Wi-Fi | 599.99 SAR |
| Guardian G12 TTLock Bluetooth | Hosts who prefer the TTLock app | With the G2 gateway (sold separately) | 499.99 SAR |
| Guardian G1 | Fingerprint and code access with many users | Through the Lumive app | 449.99 SAR |
| Simplex Pro with Remote Unlocking | Compatible indoor apartment doors 60-90 mm thick (Simplex V1 lock plus a gateway) | With the included gateway | 479.99 SAR |
Why a Wi-Fi lock is usually the easiest choice for hosts
A Wi-Fi lock is usually the easiest choice because it reaches the app directly through the home network, with no extra device. The Guardian G12 WiFi lets you release the lock remotely, issue a temporary password or an electronic key, read the unlocking history and get a low-battery notification, all from the Lumive app. It is rated IP55, works from 60°C down to -25°C, and gives spoken prompts in Arabic, which helps guests at an exposed entrance.
If you would rather keep the lock off the home network, the Guardian G12 TTLock Bluetooth pairs directly with the TTLock app. Add the Lumive Smart G2 TTLock Gateway when you need remote opening and access sharing from a distance.
How do you manage guest access with smart locks for Airbnb?
Treat every stay the same way, so nothing depends on memory:
- Before arrival, create a temporary password or electronic key for the guest in the app and send it with your check-in instructions.
- Give your cleaner and maintenance staff their own codes, so the unlocking history shows who opened the door.
- After check-out, remove the guest’s code and check the history if anything needs confirming.
- Keep the mechanical key and a backup card in a safe place you can reach, and replace the batteries when the app warns you.
Use the app specified for your model: the Lumive app for the Guardian G12 WiFi, G12 Camera, G1 and Simplex V1/Pro, and the TTLock app for the Guardian G12 TTLock Bluetooth. Create each stay’s code there; do not expect Airbnb or other booking platforms to create codes automatically.
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Which Lumive lock should an Airbnb host choose?
- Most hosts: the Lumive Guardian G12 WiFi (474.99 SAR) for remote opening, temporary passwords and unlocking history without extra hardware.
- Hosts who want to see callers: the Guardian G12 WiFi with Camera & Doorbell (599.99 SAR).
- Fingerprint access for many users: the Lumive Guardian G1 (449.99 SAR) for doors 35-55 mm thick, subject to checking compatibility with the existing lock.
Running long-term rentals rather than short stays? Our guide to smart locks for furnished apartments covers owners who rent by the month. Need help fitting the lock? See the installation service.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need Wi-Fi for an Airbnb smart lock?
For remote access, the Guardian G12 WiFi connects through the property’s Wi-Fi network and internet connection. The Guardian G12 TTLock Bluetooth needs the separately sold G2 gateway and an internet connection for remote access; without the gateway, its app connects directly to the lock over Bluetooth when your phone is nearby.
Can I give each guest a different code?
Yes. The Guardian G12 WiFi and Guardian G1 support temporary passwords. Before relying on them for guest stays, check how your model sets validity periods and removes access, and test that a guest code no longer works after its intended end time. The Guardian G12 WiFi also keeps an unlocking history; give guests and staff separate credentials so their entries are easy to tell apart.
What happens if the lock battery runs out during a stay?
The Guardian G12 WiFi and G12 Camera send low-battery notifications in the Lumive app, and the G12 TTLock Bluetooth also warns when its battery runs low. All three have a USB Type-C port for emergency power. Keep the mechanical key somewhere you or a trusted person can reach without entering the property, and replace the batteries promptly when a low-battery warning appears.
Which Lumive lock works on an outdoor villa door?
The Guardian G12 models are rated IP55 against dust and water and work from 60°C down to -25°C, which suits an exposed entrance. The Simplex Pro and Simplex V1 cylinder locks are made for indoor doors, such as an apartment door inside a building.
How much does installation cost?
Installation with a Lumive lock costs 120 SAR per lock, whatever the quantity; installing one lock bought elsewhere costs 149.99 SAR. For the Guardian G12 TTLock Bluetooth, remember the G2 gateway (169.99 SAR) if you need remote access. A technician also checks whether the door needs any adjustment.
Choosing smart locks for Airbnb: the short version
Pick a lock you can reach remotely, give each guest and each cleaner their own code, keep a backup way in, and check the history when you need to. For most hosts in Saudi Arabia that is the Guardian G12 WiFi. Compare all Lumive smart door locks.
