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How do I book Airbnb instantly?

How to book Instant Book and regular listings
  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.




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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.

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So, what happens next? Your payment method will be charged as soon as your reservation is confirmed (excluding security deposits). This applies for Instant Book, too. No matter how far in advance you book, the Host doesn't receive payment until 24 hours after your scheduled check-in.

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Some hosts who have those policies choose not to reveal their address until that period has passed. In those cases the guest will get the address 48 hours after making the reservation.

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Hosts are asked to respond to reservation requests, booking inquiries, and all other messages from guests within 24 hours because quick responses build trust in our hosting community, making it easier for guests to find a place to stay.

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Even if a host does allow for same-day bookings, they can specify how late in the day a booking can be made, down to the minute. So if a host has a cut-off time of 3pm and you place your search at 3:15pm, they won't show up.

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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.

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Note: Hosts may be able to accommodate you, but know there also may be extra charges associated with an earlier check-in—like if they need to hire additional cleaners to make sure their place is ready early.

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How far in advance is the average Airbnb stay booked? The average Airbnb stay is typically booked anywhere from a few days to several weeks in advance. It really depends on the availability of the property and how quickly it's being snapped up by other travelers.

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Unfortunately, Airbnb does not accept cash. In fact, hosts accepting offline and cash payments are a violation of Airbnb's terms of service and Airbnb encourages guests to report this if hosts request offline or cash payments.

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Accepted Airbnb Payment Methods
  • Credit cards including Visa, MasterCard, Amex, JCB.
  • Debit cards that can be processed as credit cards.
  • Google Pay.
  • Apple Pay.
  • PayPal.
  • Airbnb gift cards.


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Going through the booking site is the safest method because it's often tracked and secure. Scammers may send fake Airbnb links to your email inbox requesting you to input data to secure a booking or receive a special deal. Don't click the link and instead log onto the platform to check if the offer is legitimate.

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