Filter functionality

[Leah759]

I’m finding it hard to search with the new app release. I loved being able to search for lakefront properties. Am I missing that functionality somewhere? Or does it no longer exist? 

[Shelley159]

Hi @Leah759 

The feature was known as Categories - as far as I know it no longer exists. There seemed to be some technical difficulties with properties being misclassified by the automatic location function, which may have contributed to the decision.

[Elegant-Homes-Retreat0]

Hi @Leah759 👋,

You're not alone—many hosts and guests have noticed that some of the Category filters, like Lakefront, have been either removed or made harder to find with the latest app update.

It seems Airbnb may be reworking or testing the feature, especially since there were some issues with automatic classification (like properties being incorrectly labeled). Hopefully, they bring it back soon or improve how we can filter for special features like yours.

In the meantime, you might try using keywords like “lakefront” in the search bar or even in your listing title and description to help guests find your space more easily.

Let’s hope it returns soon—those filters really did help with visibility and guest targeting!