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Hello everyone,This is a place where you can talk about hosting in a general way. Dive into this board to get to know other hosts, share your experiences, exchange ideas about hosting, and share your host stories.Remember that for more specific questions ... read more

Created 08-06-2017

in London, United Kingdom

Where can I see my guest rating?

After confirming booking to a guest, I briefly saw he had one star rating. I tried finding out more about but did't know where to look for it. Today he arrived at 10AM when I had made accommodation to check him in at 12; Check in time is 2pm. I hope I don... read more

Created 19-03-2020 | Latest reply 4 hours ago by Willene1

in Denver, CO

A guide to using Scheduled Messages

I tried this feature when it came out a couple of weeks ago. I thought I would have to create a scheduled message for each and every guest, but once you set the parameters, it's applied to every guest booked for that listing. The only thing I'll have to... read more

Created 21-12-2020 | Latest reply yesterday by Liz4451

in NY, NY

108

Do you host families with children?

Hey everyone, I’m aware that not all properties are suitable and safe for children, especially when too many stairs or sharp furniture are involved. I’ve been following several discussions in the CC from Hosts who don’t feel their listings are acc... read more

Created 29-07-2021 | Latest reply yesterday by Jenny1409

in London, United Kingdom

Booking & AirBnb sync

Hi , I run few different accomodation's . The owner's will ask me to host for them . I have my own accomodation as well on Booking and AirBnb and now I will put next other accomodation . On some the accomodation I'm alredy at risk - that hapend when I ... read more

Created 05-01-2018 | Latest reply yesterday by Farisya0

in Brezje, Slovenia

Blocking dates

My proposition:Dates should only be blocked by Airbnb when there is a confirmed reservation. - A booking request should not block dates- "verfication pending" should not block dates- "Awaiting payment" should not block dates (at least not for 24 hours). I... read more

Created yesterday | Latest reply yesterday by Kelly149

in Leeuwarden, The Netherlands

New Airbnb Infant Policy

Babies are louder, smellier and they often break things. So why has Airbnb decided not to let hosts charge for the worst guests?Due to airbnb's most recent pricing decision I will be denying all requests from people with children who will be staying for f... read more

Created 28-03-2017 | Latest reply yesterday by KC8

in La Mesa, CA

105

Covid Vaccination Certificate Requirement

We closed our BnB cottage in March 2020 because of Covid. Yesterday we began accepting reservations for June 5 and beyond. I thought we were being original. Our listing was updated with an opening statement that Covid Vaccination Certificates are required... read more

Created 27-04-2021 | Latest reply yesterday by Deborah1051

in Pāhoa, HI

Guests using our kayaks & other water toys, building a fire in our firepit and grilling

This is our first summer as Airbnb hosts. We live on a lake. The property includes the main house and a lovely guest house--which is what we Airbnb. Naturally, living on a lake means we have a few "toys"--kayaks, peddle boat, etc. Our first "summer" g... read more

Created 01-06-2018 | Latest reply yesterday by Lisa723

Changes in Guests Behavior since Pandemic

We have been hosting on Airbnb & the naughty V word site for several years. Since the Pandemic we have seen a dramatic increase in guests becoming more unruly, disrespectful, and destructive. I was wondering if others have noticed the same and if anyone h... read more

Created yesterday | Latest reply yesterday by Dave1077

Problem with guests and August Smart Lock

I have been using the August Smart lock for a few months now, and on paper, it's been great. However, more often than not, guests show up at my door without having downloaded the app, much less created an account. August sends an email to all of my guest... read more

Created 01-03-2017 | Latest reply yesterday by Andrea4731

in Washington, DC

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