My house rules require their government ID on check in. No 3rd party reservations. (I've had several attempts at this) Since Airbnb is hiding their full names, I put a lot of emphasis on their message request to book. If they are not forthright with a few details, I deny. Just last week I decided to experiment with Instant Book because you can make their previous host recommendations mandatory. Instant Book also states that I can cancel any booking for any reason - no penalties. I decided to cancel my first instant book because he used a demonic looking mask for his profile photo, no introduction message, and even though he had two previous recommendations, I didn't like him! My 2nd instant book has been a charm.
