Hi everyone - I have a bit of a situation here.
I've booked an apartment in New York - during Holiday season (December 27 - January 6). It's an instant booking, I have booked and paid for. However, because I see that the host has a history of cancel reservations x amount of days before arrival, I was worried. So I did check with her again if the dates are open - she said it's good and I don't have to worry. Then we booked our flight tickets (We are from San Francisco)
On the same day (today), I got a message from her saying that unfortunately has to reject my reservations because somehow Airbnb managed to mess up her price. Quoted
"The place would be 3 times this amount during Christmas and New Years. Unfortunately, I will not be able to accomodate you and your guest at this price. If I could feasible host you I would, but the amount difference is disparaging and it leaves me no choice but to reject this price Airbnb has quoted you"
What do i do at this point? We are 2 college students, our budget is limited, most other airbnb apartment in NY during holidays are booked, only very expensive ones left. Also, we have booked the flight tickets, the Airbnb place is also near the transportation I need. Lastly, it's near my relative's place.
Please help