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How do I respond to a false review on Airbnb?

You'll need to log in to your account on a desktop computer or browser (not using the Airbnb app) to respond to a review.
  1. Go to Profile > Reviews.
  2. Tap Reviews by you.
  3. Go to the review you'd like to respond to and tap Leave a Response.




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Quick tips for responding to bad Airbnb guest reviews
  1. Respond promptly. Show that you're taking the review seriously and are interested in resolving any issues by replying to reviews as quickly as possible, preferably within 24 hours. ...
  2. Apologize. ...
  3. Take responsibility. ...
  4. Offer a solution. ...
  5. Thank the guest.


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In most cases, once a review has been submitted, it cannot be edited or removed by either party. However, Airbnb does have certain policies and mechanisms in place to address exceptional circumstances. In these cases, you will have to report the review to Airbnb and wait for the staff to review your request.

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Are There Fake Airbnb Reviews? Yes, as with most e-commerce platforms (like Redbubble), fake reviews can be a problem (as seen with the Hindawi Publishing Corp), no matter the service provided. In the case of Airbnb, fake reviews of a room or house can ruin a vacation for an unsuspecting consumer.

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Writing a short, friendly public reply to a negative review gives you the chance to share how you're making improvements. Guests tell us that when they notice a Host responds to feedback, it makes them feel more confident in booking, because they know the Host is receptive to suggestions.

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How to respond to negative Airbnb reviews
  • Thank the reviewer for taking the time to provide feedback.
  • Highlight any positives that the reviewer may have mentioned.
  • Address the negatives in a calm and objective way. ...
  • Return to a positive where possible.


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Some strategies to deal with difficult Airbnb guests
  1. Conduct thorough Guest Screening. They say “an ounce of prevention is better than a pound of cure”. ...
  2. Clearly Outline House Rules: ...
  3. Communicate Clearly: ...
  4. Document everything: ...
  5. Set boundaries: ...
  6. Escalate to Airbnb: ...
  7. Collect a damage deposit: ...
  8. Leave a review:


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You can provide your opinion in a review after your stay to let the host and others know your displeasure with the stay. However, you won't get a refund.

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Examples Of Reviews For Bad Guests on Airbnb Sadly, we had issues with [guest name]. They broke things and were very messy, which made hosting them very unpleasant. We would not recommend them to anyone and strongly advise against letting them stay in your property.

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Airbnb will review the issue and contact you as a host. They will also do a follow-up investigation and report back to the neighbor. The good news is that Airbnb is unlikely to suspend or take down your listing, but having many complaints won't be good for your vacation rental business.

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Spot the scam: Airbnb scammers will often use fake, stock, or doctored images to misrepresent their rental property. All too common are photos using angles and lenses to make spaces appear larger, as well as photoshopped amenities and scenic views that aren't real.

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According to Airbnb, about 70% of guests leave reviews. One unhappy guest can hurt your revenue for months. [bctt tweet=”According to Airbnb, about 70% of guests leave reviews.”] When (not if) guest issues arise, you must do two things.

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Responding to negative reviews Writing a short, friendly public reply to a negative review gives you the chance to share how you're making improvements. Guests tell us that when they notice a Host responds to feedback, it makes them feel more confident in booking, because they know the Host is receptive to suggestions.

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You'll receive an automated acknowledgement of your email when we receive your complaint. An Airbnb case handler will be assigned to your complaint and will aim to make initial contact with you within 96 hours. We might ask you to provide more information about your complaint, or to submit supporting documents.

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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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Depending on the nature of the violation, Airbnb may also take other actions, such as canceling an upcoming or active reservation, refunding a guest from a Host's payout, and/or requiring Hosts to provide proof that they have addressed issues before they can resume hosting.

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