How does Airbnb booking request work?


How does Airbnb booking request work?

Send a reservation request
  1. Go to the listing and click Check availability.
  2. Select dates, number of guests, then click Reserve.
  3. If you are shown Confirm and pay, you can book instantly.
  4. If you are shown Request to book, you can add payment info, review the policies and terms, and message the host before you submit.


What is the difference between Instant Book and request to book on Airbnb?

The main difference between Instant Book and Request to Book lies in the booking process. With Instant Book, guests can book your listing immediately without waiting for your approval. With Request to Book, guests must send a booking request, which you can accept or decline within 24 hours.


What happens if you don t respond to an Airbnb reimbursement request?

If you don't submit a timely payment or appeal, or your appeal is unsuccessful, your payment method will be charged. (This does not apply to stays in China, Japan, or India.)


Is Airbnb strict about number of guests?

It's up to you, as the Host, to decide if you can accommodate any extra people. If guests show up with extra people, you have the right to turn them away.


Are Airbnb hosts strict on number of guests?

It's up to you, as the Host, to decide if you can accommodate any extra people. If guests show up with extra people, you have the right to turn them away.


Do Airbnb hosts cancel often?

While it's rare, sometimes a Host may need to cancel a reservation. We understand this can impact your plans in a big way. Rest assured that every booking made on Airbnb comes with AirCover for guests, support for guests who experience issues with their booking, including Host cancellations within 30 days of check-in.


What happens if you have more guests than Airbnb?

If you have too many people in an Airbnb, it can be a major problem. Not only will the host likely not be happy about it, but there may also be safety and legal issues to consider. Depending on local laws and regulations, having more people than allowed could result in fines or even eviction from the property.


Do I have to accept a booking request on Airbnb?

Once a guest sends you a request, you can review the reservation details and decide if you want to accept or deny their request. If you accept the reservation request, the guest will be prompted to complete the booking through a message in their inbox.


Is it better to decline an Airbnb request or let it expire?

Decline the request before it expires within 24 hours—your response rate will thank you! It's one of the factors that helps you become a Superhost. Decide whether to keep the dates blocked or open them up for someone else to book.


Will Airbnb refund for dirty room?

Ask for a refund: If you need to request a refund because of the issue, there's a higher chance your Host will accept your request if you can agree on an amount first. Send a request to your Host for the refund in the Resolution Center and provide the details of the issue along with the photos or video.


Does Airbnb penalize guests for cancelling?

Flexible Policy
If the guest cancels a reservation less than 24 hours before check-in, they will still need to pay for the first night's stay, plus the Airbnb service fee. If the guest decides to cancel his/her stay after arriving, he/she is eligible for a full refund for any remaining nights of the reservation.


Can Airbnb host see my picture?

If a guest chooses to provide a profile photo, that profile photo won't be displayed to the host as part of the booking process until after the booking is confirmed.


Can Airbnb hosts reject guests?

Inquiry or Booking Request
If the guest has not instant booked and only sent an inquiry, you're in luck. Denying an inquiry is as simple as hitting the decline button and writing a message to your guest apologizing that you are unable to accommodate them.