What happens if Airbnb doesn't confirm?
What happens if Airbnb doesn't confirm? The host needs to respond to your request If the host declines your request or doesn't respond within 24 hours, the booking status will be updated as Declined or Expired, and your payment will be refunded to your original payment method.
What happens after you request an Airbnb?
If you sent a request, your Host will typically respond within 24 hours. In the meantime, we may ask you to verify your identity—as this helps us to ensure the safety of our community. In everywhere but India, if the Host accepts your request, you'll be charged for the reservation.
Why is my reservation pending?
A pending reservation has not charged your card on file and is not a set-in-stone reservation. You have sent the owner a booking request and the owner needs to accept the reservation on their end. This will stay in pending status until either the owner accepts the request or the request expires after 24 hours.
Can Airbnb host reject booking?
If your reservation request is declined by the host or expires (hosts have 24 hours to respond), no charge is made for the reservation and you're free to book another place to stay. Find out more about checking the status of your reservation.
Should you message Airbnb host after booking?
Unless you've found an Instant Book listing, you'll have to request that the Host accept your stay. At the Confirm and pay stage of your request, you'll need to include a brief message about why you're traveling and when you'll check-in.
Is it common to get rejected on Airbnb?
While rejection undoubtedly runs rampant on Airbnb (and not just from the hosts), there are several tactics to almost guarantee you don't get dubbed a “persona non grata” next time you're booking a getaway.
Can I cancel a pending Airbnb reservation?
Note: While a reservation is in Pending status, you can cancel it at any time on the booking details page.
Why is Airbnb not accepting my reservation?
If your reservation request is declined and the listing for the stay shows that it's still available, the host's calendar may not be up-to-date or they may want reservations of a different length or time.