How do I know if my Airbnb booking went through?

Check your reservation status A confirmed status means you're good to go! You'll receive an email saying so, along with a text (SMS) and a push notification if you have those set up. Learn where to find your confirmation code.



You can verify your booking status by checking the "Reservations" or "Trips" section of your Airbnb account. A successful booking will be marked as "Confirmed." When a booking is confirmed, you will automatically receive a confirmation email from Airbnb containing your receipt and reservation details, along with a push notification or SMS if you have those enabled. If you sent a "Reservation Request" rather than using "Instant Book," the host has 24 hours to respond; your status will remain "Pending" until they accept. Additionally, you can look for a unique confirmation code (a string of letters and numbers) in the reservation details. If your status is still "Pending Identity Verification," your booking is not yet confirmed, and you may need to upload a government ID or take a selfie to complete the process within the timeframe specified in your dashboard.

Excellent question! It’s always a good idea to confirm your booking is secure. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to know if your Airbnb booking went through successfully.

Immediate Signs of a Successful Booking

  1. Confirmation Screen: Right after you click “Reserve,” you should see a clear, celebratory confirmation screen on Airbnb’s website or app saying something like “You’re going to [Destination]!” or “Booking Confirmed!” This is your first and strongest indicator.

  2. Confirmation Email: Within a few minutes, you should receive an official “Booking Confirmation” email from Airbnb (from an address like [email protected]). This is the most important proof. It will include:

    • Your itinerary details (dates, address).
    • The host’s name and contact info.
    • The total price breakdown.
    • Your receipt and confirmation code.
    • A link to your trip details.

  3. App/Website Trip Dashboard: In the Airbnb app or on the website, go to “Trips”. Your upcoming reservation should be listed there with all its details. If you see it here, it’s confirmed.

  4. Payment Method Charged: Check the credit/debit card or PayPal account you used. Airbnb will show a pending charge (or it may already be processed). The charge will be from “Airbnb” or “Airbnb Payments.”

What to Do If You’re Unsure (The Verification Checklist)

If you didn’t notice the confirmation screen or are waiting for an email, follow this checklist:

  1. Check Your Email Spam/Junk Folder. The confirmation email can sometimes land there.
  2. Log into Your Airbnb Account. Go to “Trips” on the website or in the app. This is the single source of truth. If your booking is there, it’s confirmed.
  3. Check Your Payment Method. Look for the pending or completed charge from Airbnb.
  4. Look for a Message Thread. A new message thread with your host should have been automatically created. You can send a friendly message like, “Hi [Host Name], I just booked and am looking forward to my stay! Could you please confirm you’ve received the booking?”
  5. Avoid Double-Booking

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You will receive a reservation confirmation email to let you know about the upcoming reservation, which will include a link to view the full itinerary on Airbnb: You can also get this information by logging into Airbnb and going to Reservations.

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When you make a request to book and complete your payment, a reservation request is automatically sent to the host, who has 24 hours to accept or decline the request. The status for your reservation will be Pending until the host responds. During this time, you can also contact the host to approve your request.

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What happens next? If you booked instantly, you're good to go. 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.

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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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On the second payment due date, Airbnb Payments will automatically charge the original Payment Method you used to make the booking. Gift Cards and credits cannot be used for the second payment.

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The vacation rental property allows for security cameras in many parts of a home or apartment that's rented out to guests. But if you're going to be watched, you should know about it. Airbnb doesn't allow for hidden cameras or any other types of concealed recording devices.

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Can an Airbnb host cancel my reservation? Unfortunately, yes. If a host decides to not host, don't cancel a stay yourself — even if they ask you to do so. Instead, fill out a cancellation request to comply with the platform's refund policy.

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That said, if your request is important or urgent, send a message reminding them to accept or decline it. You can also try canceling the request and sending a new one. If you've tried messaging and still can't get hold of your guest or reach an agreement, visit the Resolution Center or contact us.

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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.

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