Libel suits for false reviews?

[Lisa1980]

Has anyone successfully sued Airbnb for a libelous guest review?  We had a recent guest who made an allegation, with no evidence. We have evidence to prove they are wrong. Their public review  will harm our business. 

"Libel laws allow you to pursue a claim for compensation if you are the victim of written defamation. If someone makes a false statement of fact about you that harms your reputation, you may be able to make a libel claim." 

I have been a host for 10 years and the listing in question is in the top 1% so this is the only time I have experienced this.

Thank you.

[Marie8425]

 @Lisa1980 

Airbnb posted the review something you agreed to when you signed up.

A review that I didn't like a product is legal.

If the review said you planted mold because you didn't like her race that is provable defamation.

[Helen3]

I thought your response to this guests review was perfect. @Lisa1980 

I don't think there is anything libellous in the guests review of you and it doesn't appear to not meet Airbnbs review policy . 

in your position as frustrating  as it feels, I would just move on

it's a shame though you weren't more honest in your review about the guest to help warn your fellow hosts 

[Mike-And-Jane0]

@Lisa1980 I don't think you can sue Airbnb for libel but you could go after the guest. Problem is you need their name and address which Airbnb will not give you without a court order. I have no idea is a libel suit would be successful or not.