I want a reference from a guest with none

Melissa263
Level 2
Bethesda, MD

I want a reference from a guest with none

I have an instant booking from a guest (who is booking with a daughter and son in law) who appears to have just joined and has no references. Since the apartment is also in my home I feel concerned. It's a gut feeling that something isn't right.

What can I do to get her to give ID etc to Airbnb? I need to act fast as she instant booked last night.

2 Replies 2
Ljupka0
Level 2
Kansas City, MO

All you can do is call Airbnb and cancel the reservation stating you feel uncomfortable. And, please please change your settings to where only verified guests who have prior positive host reviews will be able to book instantly in the future. Lesson learned this time. 

David1804
Level 2
London, United Kingdom

I have a potential guest with no Airbnb references. What else can I do to be more reassured authentically?