AirBnB
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Last year, my friends and I had 12 bullets go through our AirBnb in Nashville while we were sleeping. I was hit by one of the bullets in the back of the neck, less than an inch from being dead or paralyzed. AirBnb did not allow us to leave a review.
Title: Protecting Guests: Lessons from a Nashville Airbnb Incident and What It Means for Reviews A recent experience in Nashville highlights important concerns about safety, transparency, and the Airbnb review process. While the details of the property are not the focus here, the underlying issues merit attention for guests, hosts, and the platform itself. What…
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Dear Hosts, Please Don’t Surprise Me By Showing Up Early for Check-Out
Title: Dear Hosts, Please Don’t Surprise Me by Arriving Early for Check-Out Article: Recently, I’ve noticed a pattern across three different AirBnB stays: hosts arriving before the official check-out time, typically 15 to 30 minutes early. While I understand good intentions, this timing can create friction for guests who need a little uninterrupted space during…
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We left the apartment perfectly clean, host left embarrassing comment regarding hair.. help
We left the apartment spotless; the host’s subsequent comment about hair left us feeling unfairly judged Summary: We stayed at an excellent apartment in Budapest. The host was friendly during check-in and check-out, but afterward she left a comment stating, “everything was OK, but they could have been cleaner.” This has been painful for us…
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Living next to an Airbnb has made me decide to never use Airbnb again
Living Next Door to an Airbnb: A Personal Perspective on Disruptions, Community, and Travel Platforms A local resident shares how the influx of short-term rentals on a quiet street has altered their experience of living in a peaceful community. Over the past decade, they have hosted and encountered guests in various cities worldwide, but recent…
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AirBnb Has The Worst Customer Service Of Any Company In The Private Sector. It May Be Even Worse Than The Government
Airbnb Customer Service: A Frustrating Experience for Hosts, Then and Now Overview A host who previously managed multiple Airbnb properties for homeowners found themselves unexpectedly dealing with a troubling experience that highlighted ongoing gaps in Airbnb’s customer support system. What began as a straightforward two-week booking evolved into a weeks-long ordeal marked by miscommunication, unexplained…
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Airbnb also prohibiting cleaning requests or high fees
Airbnb Clarifies Check-Out Expectations: Reasonable Requests and Transparent Fees In the ongoing conversation about Airbnb’s pricing transparency, a related policy update is drawing attention: the platform’s stance on check-out tasks and host requests. Key points: – Reasonable expectations for checkout tasks: Airbnb emphasizes that guests shouldn’t be burdened with unreasonable duties at check-out. Examples of…
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We felt uncomfortable so we just now left. You have your house to yourself
Title: When a Guest Leaves Over Noise: A Professional hosts’ guide to handling disputes and refunds In one recent Airbnb experience, a host found themselves navigating a delicate conflict with a guest who chose to depart after reporting discomfort. Here is a professional recap and some practical takeaways for other hosts managing similar situations. The…
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Airbnb is taking a $1,000 6-month loan from me, interest free.
Airbnb Refund Confusion: The $1,040 Issue That Turned a Payout Into an Interest-Free Loan Story behind the post: For about seven months, I’ve hosted guests on Airbnb, navigating ongoing financial challenges many hosts face in the wake of the pandemic. One booking in particular started a chain of events that left me with an unexpected…
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![[CAN] A TikToker went viral after she found ‘hidden cameras’ in electrical outlets in her Airbnb. Police investigated. Airbnb suspended host. Months later police investigation has determined they were just regular outlets.](https://hotelsandguesthouses.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/pexels-photo-32598413-9.jpeg)
[CAN] A TikToker went viral after she found ‘hidden cameras’ in electrical outlets in her Airbnb. Police investigated. Airbnb suspended host. Months later police investigation has determined they were just regular outlets.
Airbnb Guest’s Alarm Turns Out to Be a False Alarm: Police Clear Outlets of Cameras After Probe An incident that captured widespread attention earlier this year has concluded with a clear result: what appeared to be hidden cameras in electrical outlets at an Airbnb were ultimately found to be regular outlets. Background – A group…
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This is a doozy…followed to my room by building owner
Title: A Troubling Airbnb Experience: Unlocked Door, a Confrontation, and an Unsettling Night Article: An unusual and concerning experience unfolded during a recent stay that started with an abandoned venue on the ground floor and led to a tense encounter that lasted hours. The situation began with a night club-style space in a state of…