Floats and pool games guests actually want
The seven items that show up in 5-star reviews, what to skip, and how to keep your pool toy bin organized between bookings.
Guests do not want a warehouse of pool toys. They want the right ones, clean, and easy to find. Here is what shows up in 5-star reviews most often.
The seven that earn reviews
- Two oversized floats in different shapes. A swan and a donut beat ten generic rings.
- A large beach ball for casual play.
- Diving rings for kids, four to six in bright colors.
- A floating cooler that holds 12 cans.
- Two foam pool noodles for guests who do not swim well.
- A waterproof Bluetooth speaker charged and labeled with the password.
- A volleyball or basketball net if your pool is over 30 feet long.
What to skip
Skip cheap inflatables that pop in the first booking. Skip giant unicorns that block the view in your photos. Skip anything with a battery you have to manage.
Storage that scales
Buy one large weatherproof deck box. Label two clear bins inside: "Floats" and "Games". Photograph the open box and include it in your house manual so guests put items back. This single habit cuts your reset time by 15 minutes per booking.
Replace, do not repair
Floats are consumable. Budget $50 a season to replace anything faded, deflated, or missing parts. A tired toy bin in your photos costs more than $50 in lost bookings.
What it adds to your bottom line
Hosts who list a stocked toy bin in the listing description charge $5 to $10 more per hour with no drop in conversion. On a typical Saturday block of 4 hours, that is an extra $20 to $40 per booking, kept in full minus the 10 percent host fee.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Pool Rental Near Me?
- Pool Rental Near Me is a peer-to-peer marketplace where homeowners rent out their backyard pools by the hour. Guests get a private pool, hosts earn money, and every booking includes $2M in liability coverage.
- How much does a private pool rental cost?
- Most pool rentals range from $40 to $150 per hour depending on the pool, amenities, location, and time of day. You see the full price before you book.
- How much can I earn renting out my pool?
- Typical hosts earn $3,000–$10,000 per month during peak season, with top hosts clearing $15,000+. Pool Rental Near Me charges a flat 10% host fee — lower than Swimply's 15%+.
- Is there liability insurance included?
- Yes. Every booking includes $2 million in liability protection at no extra cost to the host or guest. (Reference: Floats and pool games guests actually want.)