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Rating Distribution

Airbnb has a 1.6 star rating from 766 reviews, with only 36% would likely recommend; most consumers report dissatisfaction in Airbnb reviews and booking experiences.

Key Takeaways for Future Customers

  • Expect wide choice of homes but verify listing details and location before booking.
  • Document issues immediately and persist when seeking refunds through Airbnb’s support.
  • Consider alternative platforms if responsive customer service matters to you.

Negative Feedback / Risk Areas

  • Repeated Airbnb customer complaints cite poor customer service and inconsistent dispute resolution.
  • Many users report refund delays or denials and problems with payouts to hosts.
  • Frequent reports of misleading listings, safety concerns, and account access issues.

Positive Feedback

Users note variety of homes and price points, option to stay in full houses, and occasional helpful support that resolved specific cases.

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Meghan Zic

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Resolved: Bait and Switch

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Updated by user Mar 03, 2026

Company fixed the issue and I have been provided with full refund. I filed a dispute with CapitalOne.

Updated by user Mar 03, 2026

Finally called my credit card company and got a full refund.Reported the illegal property to Airbnb as a follow-up and they shut off my account. lol

Original review Mar 03, 2026
Booked an apartment in Santa Monica, CA, with Shawn. When I arrived, I was directed to an apartment in Los Angeles.

It is illegal for short-term rentals (less than 31 days) like Airbnb in LA, hence Shawn advertising the location as Santa Monica. Stayed 1 night out of 21 because I had nowhere to go and no car. The 'host'/scammer wouldn't refund my $4,000, and Airbnb wouldn't help despite the fact I was switched to a different city. Airbnb said they couldn't do anything because of the host's 'strict cancellation policy.' I could have been switched to a TX location from the booked CA location, and Airbnb would have done nothing!

And then there is Shawn with his moldy, gross apartment in Barrington Plaza... What an unethical piece of dog ***
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Loss:
$4000
Cons:
  • Too many potential problems and bad customer support

Preferred solution: Full refund

User's recommendation: Avoid Airbnb and Shawn

German G Xxu

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Worst AirBNB in Honolulu

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Worst AirBNB in Honolulu
Updated by user Feb 21, 2026

I never got a resolution and what is even more infuriating is that the owner over there in Oahu kept money that should have been returned to me. However, that person chose to ignore me in hopes that I would stay quiet.

Original review Feb 20, 2026
We encountered a dirty and smelly building and a nasty representative for the owner. Next to the garbage chute, it smelled horrible.

To make things worse, we encountered a big roach in the apartment. When we requested at least a $1000 refund, we were only given $300 back, and the thief never even returned our messages. There should be a way to sue these people. Worst ever I have seen.

They should not even be considered an Airbnb location. Please do something and get back to me so I can provide all details.

Located in the corner of McCully Street and Ala Wai Blvd. The city health department needs to shut down this joint.
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Loss:
$1000
Cons:
  • Too many to list

Preferred solution: Price reduction

User's recommendation: Don’t even consider it. Dishonest owners

Myron P Ktf

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| map-marker Oneida, New York

Too difficult

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Airbnb - Too difficult

I tried booking a rental through Airbnb but had to give up. Ridiculously technical process, i.e., 'write a note to the property manager, tell us about yourself, what is your favorite color, download a personal photo, QR code, etc.' I booked through Booking.com and it was fast, simple, and easy. Myron Peebles

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Pros:
  • Very difficult to sign in
Cons:
  • Very difficult to sign in

User's recommendation: Use Booking.com

Laurie M Nkl

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Complaints Ignored

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I am submitting this complaint to report both a theft that occurred during my Airbnb stay and Airbnb’s complete failure to respond appropriately.

During my stay at a property listed on Airbnb, my laptop was taken under circumstances that led me to believe it was not an accident or simple loss. After reporting the incident, the situation escalated into what I experienced as intimidation, pressure, and conduct I consider to be extortion by the host. All related communication took place through Airbnb’s messaging system and is documented.

I reported this matter to Airbnb immediately and provided the available evidence. Over the past four weeks, Airbnb has not resolved the issue, has not provided a clear outcome, and has not taken meaningful action to address the host’s conduct. Communication has been inconsistent, case managers have changed, and my attempts to obtain resolution have led to repeated delays rather than answers.

My concern extends beyond the loss of my property. Airbnb has been fully aware of the seriousness of these allegations and has allowed the situation to remain unresolved while the host continues to operate on the platform. From my perspective, this reflects a failure to protect guests, enforce platform standards, and respond appropriately to reports involving alleged theft, coercive behavior, and guest safety concerns.

I am requesting a review of Airbnb’s handling of this case, including whether their response procedures, host oversight, and escalation processes were followed appropriately.

Laurie Marks

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Ali R Kmh

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| map-marker Istanbul, Istanbul

Ooking cancelled immediately — refund refused

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Airbnb - Ooking cancelled immediately — refund refused

I accidentally booked a property with Caterina House via Airbnb and cancelled within less than one minute. No service was provided, no check-in occurred, and the host suffered no actual loss.

Despite EU consumer protection law (Directive 2011/83/EU) and my polite requests, the host refused a full refund. Airbnb confirmed that the refund decision is solely with the host, but their response has been unhelpful. I am sharing this complaint publicly to alert future customers and to request a fair resolution.

Dates: 17.10.2025, Cancellation date: just 30 seconds after reservation. Reservation ID: HMSMWAC3HF

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Loss:
$4
Pros:
  • Airbnb offers a wide variety of accommodations worldwide
Cons:
  • Booking errors are slow to resolve
  • Strict cancellation caused accidental booking loss
  • Refund process is complicated and time-consuming

Preferred solution: Full refund

Ashley F Ukq

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| map-marker Columbus, Ohio

Disappointed

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I am very disappointed in Airbnb for shutting my account down because my husband tried to set a vacation for him and me. He got an email back saying he has past drug convictions, which was once in 2017.

He has changed his whole life around, and Airbnb not only shut his reservations down but mine as well. I have never been in trouble or had a bad past with renting any place on vacation! Be judgmental some more!

One very upset family here. I will never recommend Airbnb to anyone, and in fact, I will exploit them for this degrading experience.

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User's recommendation: Do Not recommend

Glamour M Ahw

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| map-marker Tzaneen, Limpopo

Host payment not received

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Its been over a month now going back and forth about my payout with Airbnb they made me change bank account to resolve the matter 3 times and still havent gotten paid. I need assistance urgently.Airbnb is not as it used to be. Hosts are being ridiculed at this staged and it seems nothing can be done to resolve payment issues.

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Preferred solution: Full refund

Irena D Tvc

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| map-marker Santa Clara, California

False advertising, rude, horrible customer service , horrible platforms to dealing with if you have damages

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It was an unpleasant experience to request additional cleaning and to address the damages. The treats, warnings, rudeness, and false accusations are shocking for a company of this caliber.

The top managers, Beth and Timothy, should be seriously retrained or dismissed.

In the meantime, I have frozen my website due to the repairs and the unfortunate unprofessional behavior of your company. Sincerely

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Loss:
$500
Cons:
  • Horrible when problem accurate on the side of the guest

Preferred solution: Full refund

User's recommendation: False advertising, rude, denied my damages and extended cleaning fees

IWinter D

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| map-marker Santa Clara, California

Avoid!!!

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It was a poor hassle to request extra cleaning and damages . The treats ,warning , rudeness and false accusations it is shocking for this kind of company .

The top manager Beth and Timothy should be really retrained or dismissed.

Well I am freezing my site due to repair and due to unfortunate unprofessional stuff of yours . Sincerely

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Loss:
$500
Cons:
  • Rude costumer service manager and solutions team
  • Threat and defamation
  • Hang up on you

Preferred solution: Full refund

User's recommendation: Avoid to be host !!!! They no help and support just rude staff which they threaten and close your claim !!!

Mohammad S Yir

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| map-marker Vancouver, British Columbia

Divide the income

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Hi dear,

I own 50% of a house that my ex-spouse, Leila Nori, is renting out through your app at their address 821* ***b St in Langley. Am I entitled to half of the rental income?

Have you requested proof of ownership from them? What should I do in this situation?

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Destyni Gsn
map-marker Tomasjorda, Troms

Hvorforfår jeg ikke oppgjør fra Airbnb til oppgitt konto?

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Nothing

I dont understand why you have not paid to me the money my guests have paid to you for more than two months ago

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Loisulu U
map-marker Anchorage, Alaska

They suspended

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Been trying to complete my reservation and I'm not used to this. I'm new at this, and for some reason, they said my account has expired.

I did because I keep changing and looking for places, but I didn't know I'm adding stuff to my reservation without paying. I don't know; I'm not sure what happened.

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Preferred solution: I wanna know why you suspended me

User's recommendation: Loisulu Umu

Stevee Efe
map-marker Bowmanville, Ontario

Cancelled reservation

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Booked a reservation 8 months ago, cancelled just prior to travelling. Know other people in the same complex and they stated the host got more money and cancelled me.

Air b and b wanted to give me a 35.00 credit towards another booking. They do not care about their customers.

Never again with air b and b.

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User's recommendation: This is there norm now. Customer left holding the bag.

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The L Hrp

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| map-marker Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio

The worst

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The worst customer service on the planet. If you talk to 4 different people you'll will be told 4 different things. They do not care and they do not uphold their policies.

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Loss:
$2
Pros:
  • Wide customer availability
Cons:
  • Worst customer service

Preferred solution: Full refund

User's recommendation: Run away

Anonymous
map-marker Jeddah, Mecca Region

Very good

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Updated by user Nov 01, 2025

Dear Airbnb team we will appreciate your efforts thanks for your response

Original review Oct 29, 2025

Trying to find a good opportunity as a reservation manager night auditor or front office manager if you have any vacancy please inform me how can I join your property I do My doing my best in your property when I joined I hope we get it any opportunity

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Lene Xaw

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| map-marker Putney, Vermont

Your call people don't know what they are doing

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Original review updated Nov 25, 2025

Your call people are not understandable. Have to keep asking them to repeat themselves.

Your company most likely does not pay them enough from another country.

Thank God the people I am staying with a great hosts. It is not there problem it is yours.

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Summary

AirBnB was founded in August of 2008. The company is based in San Francisco, California. Airbnb is a kind of community marketplace which was created for listing, discovering, and booking unique accommodations around the world online or from a mobile phone. Whether one needs an apartment for a night, a castle for a week, or a villa for a month, Airbnb connects people to unique travel experiences they are looking for. AirBnB offers options at any price point, in more than 33,000 cities and 192 countries. Airbnb is an opportunity for people to monetize their extra space as well as to showcase it to an audience of millions.

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Airbnb is ranked 150 out of 3147 in Travel category

Area Served

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Airbnb FAQs

Rebecca A. Garland
PissedConsumer Reporter

Airbnb FAQs

To email the Airbnb customer service team, send a letter with your questions, inquiries, or feedback to m.feedback.android@airbnb.com.

Airbnb is an American online platform that was created to connect people who want to rent their homes or properties with travelers looking for accommodations.

You must be 18 years old or older to create an Airbnb account and rent the apartments. If you are under the age of majority, you will not be able to use the platform.

To delete an Airbnb account on your PC or via the mobile browser, choose “Account” and then “Privacy & sharing”. Navigate to “Delete your account” under “Manage your account data” and click/tap on it, after which select which country you reside in, choose a reason why you deactivated your account, click/tap “Next”, and “Delete account”.
To delete an Airbnb account in iOS or Android app, go to “Profile”, tap “Privacy and sharing” under “Settings”, tap “Delete your account”, choose which country you reside in and a reason why you deactivated your account, tap “Delete account”, and confirm by taping “Delete account”.

Airbnb is primarily owned by its co-founders: Brian Chesky, Nathan Blecharczyk, and Joe Gebbia.

Airbnb was founded in 2007. It all started when two hosts invited three quests to stay in their San Francisco home.

You can use the Airbnb gift card purchased online or in store at any time via your desktop, mobile browser, iOS app, or Android app. To do it via the desktop or mobile browser, navigate to “Gift cards” at the bottom menu, click “Redeem”, follow the on-screen prompts to enter your redeeming info, and click “Redeem gift card”.
To use an Airbnb gift card via iOS or Android app, tap “Profile”, choose “Payments & payouts”, navigate to “Credits & coupons”, and tap “Redeem gift card”.

The Airbnb reservation cancellation policy is the same for desktop, mobile browser, iOS app, and Android app: click/tap “Trips” and select the reservation you want to cancel. Click/tap “Cancel reservation” under “Reservation details”, choose a reason for canceling, and click/tap “Cancel reservation”.

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