Hi - I am a traveler and would appreciate someone helping me decipher this below before I go direct to my host? These two points are stated in the listing:
1) "[LISTING COUNTY] requires that we collect a $5 per night Convention Center fee which is billed when you book." I appreciate hotels charge this, but Airbnb can too?
2) "If you instant Book airbnb will charge the occupancy tax at 14%." I did not instant book (it's not an option), I only 'reserved'. So, does that mean I should NOT have to pay the occupancy tax? On top of that fee, I am being charged a 14% service fee and what I believe to be an exorbitant cleaning fee ($400). All told, my fees add 30% to the total spend - crazy!
Lastly, is it common to have to sign an extensive rental agreement (7 pages) and include your drivers license information? This is a beautiful (and expensive) home, but I've never had to sign a separate agreement for any of my bookings. This is in addition to a $2000 security deposit.
Appreciate the insight, thank you.