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Host confirmed I slept in previous guest’s unwashed bedding, what do I do? [guest] [USA]

Title: Host Sleep Crisis: Unwashed Bedding and a Questionable Refund — What Would You Do? When a stay hinges on cleanliness, a lapse can transform a vacation into a worry. This account shares a recent experience with a host who had strong cleanliness reviews, yet left a guest facing an unsettling reality: sleeping on unwashed…
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Entire place to yourself, but the host is spending the weekend, what can I do

Entire place to yourself, but the host is spending the weekend: what are my options? I recently relocated for work and booked a month-long rental while I search for a more permanent home. I prefer having my own space, so I chose a townhome advertised as an entire unit for one guest. Upon check-in, the…
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After six cumulative months as an AirBnB guest, I quit

A Candid Reflection on My Six-Months-Plus as an AirBnB Guest and Why I’m Walking Away AirBnB once felt like a godsend: it was easy to use, helped me save money, and offered the chance to stay in unique, memorable homes with engaging hosts. Over time, I accumulated about six months of stays in various short-term…
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Guest responsible for hand soap, toilet paper, making the beds with fresh dropped off linens, and washing towels before checkout? [NC, US]

Title: Expectations vs. Reality: Guest Responsibilities for Linens, Toiletries, and Cleaning at a Short-Term Rental In this post, we share a recent experience staying at a short-term rental with a group of six adults, one toddler, and two dogs. About a week before arrival, we were asked to sign a rental agreement and complete a…
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Chinese Couple Leaves Tap Running in Airbnb To Get Back at Host That Refused To Cancel Their Booking

Title: Chinese Couple Leaves Tap Running in Airbnb as Retaliation for Refused Cancellation A recent incident involving an Airbnb stay drew attention to how guests may retaliate when a host declines to cancel a reservation. According to reports, a Chinese couple reportedly left both the tap water running and the gas on for 25 days…
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Host is upset that my partner and I had intercourse? [SE]

Host Disagrees with Guests Over Intimacy: Navigating a Shared-Space Stay A recent Airbnb stay highlighted a common, delicate tension: guests sharing intimate moments in a space where the host is also present. The guests, a couple, initially believed they had sole access to the apartment for a single night. In reality, the host was staying…
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I just had the best stay in an Airbnb ever and I can’t get over how cool it was.

Title: Discovering an Exceptional Airbnb Experience That Exceeded Expectations Every so often, a stay proves that true hospitality still exists. Recently, I encountered an Airbnb that not only met but surpassed its online description in every meaningful way. Here’s a reflection on what made this experience stand out and why it matters for hosts and…
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Guest Getting an 83% Refund tries Scamming Airbnb into Giving him a 100% Refund – Ends up with Nothing

Ending Up with Nothing: Guest Tries to Scam for a Full Refund After Booking a Private Room A guest booked my private room for six nights starting this Tuesday, with the reservation made back in April. As with every guest, I sent a message confirming they had read the listing, understanding that they would be…
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My host is wanting me to reimburse them for 16k [guest]

Title: Host Seeks $16,000 Reimbursement After Work Trip—What to Do A recent experience at a short-term rental in the Atlanta area highlights the potential disputes that can arise between guests and hosts over property damage and repair responsibilities. What happened, the actions taken, and practical guidance for guests facing similar situations are summarized below. Overview…
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Should I cancel a booking from my end if host has made an error?

Canceling a booking on your end when a host has double-booked: what you need to know A recent post raised a common question about handling booking errors made by a host. The situation: the host informs you that, due to a mistake, they have accidentally double-booked your reservation. While you’ve found an alternative hotel and…
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