Does my STR need a small trash can in each room? can I get away with dollar tree trash cans?

We have trash cans in each bedroom as well as bathrooms and kitchen. Plus 1 more in the living room. I would rather have people toss garbage in a trash can than leave it laying around or kicking it under the bed.

We kept extra bags in the bottom of the can under the current trash bag. Easy for guests to change if they get full during their stay, and easy for cleaners afterwards....

Kitchen and bathrooms. However, a larger home may consider another can or two in certain locations based on proximity to the kitchen or bathroom. For example, I would place one in the game room if it is located on the opposite end of the hallway from the bathroom.

Not in Bedroom, but yes in each bathroom.

In kitchen, under sink.In each bathroom.Mike

Agreed with above- kitchen & baths only. Only exception would be if you have a game room or extra living area that is far from the kitchen, then it would be a good idea. Keep in mind that someone has to change the trash bags each turnover.

Hi Marc! Yes - having a small trash can in each room is a nice touch—it shows attention to detail and makes your guests' stay more convenient. Dollar Tree trash cans are absolutely fine! Guests appreciate functionality more than anything, so as long as they’re clean and do the job, you’re good to go. Little details like this can make a big impact on guest satisfaction. Let me know if you’d like more tips—happy to connect! 😊

Perhaps based on your target market? Personally, I'd prefer dollar-tree ones (if basic, uncluttered look) over none in the room (bedroom, whatever) because I want to encourage trash being put away. In our 4-bedroom, we have one in every room because 1) the need for it in bathrooms, kitchen, and laundry room is obvious and 2) living room / bedrooms, it's helpful (and easy) for people with allergies (kleenex), snacking in front of the tv, etc. For people on vacation, I want their experience to not only be seamless but comfortable. But it's also mildly higher maintenance. If you know your target market and believe they truly wouldn't care (or be impacted- especially if it's very price-sensitive), you're probably fine with less.

Sure and sure. Better than trash not in a trash can!

does my STR need small trash can in each room?does my STR need small trash can in each room?

Back

Resources & Media

Resource Hub Bookstore Blog Guides Pro-Exclusives PRO Podcasts Pro Partnerships

Events & Training

BPCON2026 Webinars Free Courses

Strategies

How to Manage Your Rental Property How to Operate a Short-Term Rental How to Passively Invest in Real Estate How to House Hack How Does the BRRRR Method Work How to Flip a House How to Invest in Commercial Real Estate How to Invest in Real Estate How to Invest in Multifamily Real Estate How to Build Wealth

Invest More Confidently

Join the real estate investing community that’s helped thousands of people achieve financial freedom.

Start Free Trial

The Podcast Investors Trust

No fluff. Just deals, strategies, and lessons from the front lines of today's market.

Listen Now

Back

Pick Markets

Market Finder PRO Picking a Market Workshop PRO Picking a Market Worksheet Top 100 Cash Flow Markets Market Insights - Sunbelt Region

Market finder

Pinpoint the best real estate market for your specific goals with expert recommendations and real-time data on appreciation, affordability, rent-to-price ratio, and more.

Pick Markets

Pro membership

Get unlimited access to tools and resources that make it easier to find, analyze, and manage deals with confidence!

Upgrade to Pro

Back

Find Deals

BiggerDeals Off-Market Deal finding PRO Real Estate Syndications Investor-Friendly Agents Find Foreclosures Community Listings (FSBO) Business Directory

Invelo - off market deals

Scale your portfolio with off-market deals.

Explore Now

Back

Calculators

Rental Property Calculator PRO Rehab Estimator PRO Rent Estimator PRO BRRRR PRO Fix & Flip PRO Short-Term Rental PRO Sell vs. Keep PRO Landlord Insurance Calculator by Steadily All Calculators

Rental property calculator

Is it a good deal? Run your numbers like a pro with this simple yet powerful calculator.

Run the Numbers

Rent estimator

Understand how much rental income you can expect based on recent reports and data for your specific property.

Run Report

Back

Manage Properties

Managing Properties 101 Find a Property Manager RentRedi Property Management Software PRO Baselane Automated Bookkeeping & Banking PRO Property Management Tools Ask a Management Question Finding Tenants Screening Tenants PRO Leases + Landlord Forms PRO Property Insurance Property Maintenance / Rehab PRO

Property management software

Manage tenants, tasks, and your entire portfolio with one simple tool.

Activate Now

Property manager finder

Find reliable property management partnerships that last.

Find a Property Manager

Back

Plans & Pricing

Pro Membership Business Membership

Try PRO for 7 days completly free

Avoid mistakes and make informed decisions with Pro.

Start Free Trial

Grow your business

Promote your business on BiggerPockets and make quality connections with the right investors.

Sign Up Now

Back

For You

Newest Unanswered My Discussions Followed Discussions Followed Categories Followed Locations Followed People

General Real Estate

General Real Estate Investing Starting Out Deal Analysis Buying & Selling Business & Marketing Landlording Property Management Reviews & Feedback

Real Estate Strategies

House Hacking BRRRR Short-Term Rentals Mid-Term Rentals Multi-Family Fix & Flip Other Strategies

Finance & Financing

Lending Creative Finance Personal Finance Taxes & Legal Issues

News & Announcements

Official Site Announcements Market Trends & Data Real Estate News & Current Events Pro Exclusive Area PRO

Events & Networking

Events & Meetups Classifieds

Back

All Books

Best Sellers Browse All New Books & Pre-Orders Bundle & Save Books for Beginners

Unlock hidden potential in every property and maximize returns

This is your creative breakthrough guide to escaping investment paralysis and unlocking hidden profit in any market.

Get Your Copy

Build a Cash-Flowing Glamping Business with High Equity Upside

Whether you're starting from scratch or expanding existing hospitality operations, learn the practical frameworks needed to capitalize on the growing demand for upscale outdoor experiences.

Learn More

does my STR need small trash can in each room?

Most Popular Reply