AirBnB
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A mini-fridge and microwave do not constitute a “kitchen”.
A Reassessment of What Counts as a Kitchen on Airbnb The ongoing debate about what qualifies as a “kitchen” on Airbnb highlights a gap between listing labels and real-world amenities. Many travelers hunting for an entire unit for an extended stay encounter listings that advertise a kitchen, only to discover that the space is equipped…
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Hosts canceling because they want to raise prices should be financially penalized
Title: Why Hosts Should Face Financial Penalties When They Cancel to Raise Prices In this post, we examine a growing concern in short-term rental platforms: hosts canceling reservations for the purpose of increasing price, and the challenges this poses for travelers who had to adjust plans on short notice. Case in point: a traveler booked…
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My host sent me a message that he needs me to cancel my reservation because he needs to stay there. I’m a week out and already have other expenses paid for this trip. Can he ask this? Do I have to comply? Thanks for any help (AirBnB provided zero)!
Host Requests Cancellation: Understanding Your Rights and Options When a Booking Is Terminated by the Host Summary: A guest shares a recent experience where the host asked them to cancel a reservation so the host could stay in the property. With a week to go and other travel expenses already incurred, the guest sought guidance…
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Airbnb host is “uncomfortable” hosting me because of bad reviews and being flagged as a “party risk”, but I called customer service and found out all my ratings from hosts are good
Title: How Private Host Flags and Hidden Reviews Can Affect Airbnb Bookings—and What to Do About It A recent experience with an Airbnb host highlighted a troubling mismatch between publicly visible reviews and the private signals that can influence booking decisions. Here’s a professional look at what happened, why it can happen, and practical steps…
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Had the most ridiculous guest to stay at my house. He is a self proclaimed ENERGY HEALER. When he got here, and I opened the door he mocked my reservation saying “I am a Vietnam vet and this ‘affluent apartment’ doesn’t even have an elevator” PLS READ WHAT HE TEXTED ME (told me I was going to die)
Title: A Frustrating Airbnb Experience with a Self-Proclaimed Energy Healer An unsettling guest experience last week underscored the importance of clear policies, respectful communication, and the potential clash between personal beliefs and hosting boundaries. What happened – A guest arrived and immediately challenged the nature of the listing, commenting on aspects like the absence of…
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![You can’t trust reviews anymore. Better to stay at a hotel. [CA, USA]](https://hotelsandguesthouses.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/pexels-photo-9419406.jpeg)
You can’t trust reviews anymore. Better to stay at a hotel. [CA, USA]
Title: Why Relying on Online Reviews Can Be Risky: A Cautionary Tale for Travelers If you’re planning a stay away from home, online reviews can feel like a helpful compass guiding your choice. But recent experiences highlight how misleading some feedback can be and why pounding the pavement with caution matters more than ever. A…
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![Host lost $6000 in potential revenue over $50 cleaning fee [USA]](https://hotelsandguesthouses.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/pexels-photo-4386369.jpeg)
Host lost $6000 in potential revenue over $50 cleaning fee [USA]
Host Lost Potential Revenue Over a $50 Cleaning Fee: A Cautionary Tale for Hosts A recent trip to Dallas, Texas, included a stay at an Airbnb for which I paid $3,000 for a week. The property was generally comfortable, but there were several stains throughout the home that carried a strong odor of pet urine.…
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Host is asking for another 151.11, 4 days before moving in.
Host Requests Extra $151.11 Four Days Before Move-In: Is This Legit? We’re about four days away from moving into a new place, and the host has suddenly asked us to cancel and rebook because Airbnb increased its fees for the summer. He’s requesting an additional $151.11 USD. Is this legitimate? I’m willing to pay the…
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I think I may have uncovered just how fraudulent and misleading AirBnb is by accident
Airbnb Under Scrutiny: A Cautionary Tale of Misrepresentation, Refunds, and Customer Service Overview A recent experience at a bungalow rented through Airbnb raised serious questions about listing accuracy, adherence to consumer protections, and how refund cases are handled. The guest described a space that was misrepresented in advertising, with visible defects and misleading details about…
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![AirBnb host rented out the pool through Swimply while we’re here. [USA]](https://hotelsandguesthouses.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/pexels-photo-2975682.jpeg)
AirBnb host rented out the pool through Swimply while we’re here. [USA]
Airbnb Host Rented Out Pool Through Swimply: A Guest’s Perspective and Questions for Guests and Hosts Overview A recent experience raised questions about how pool access is described and managed when a rental property is listed on more than one platform. In this case, guests stayed at a house that also advertises its pool on…