2 Reply. People unable to travel because of flight cancelations relating to coronavirus are also able to cancel their Airbnb bookings without any charge under the extenuating circumstances policy. Logically, I think you are right but it sure doesn't sound that way from wording for the new policy. LegalBnb said Airbnb’s extenuating-circumstances policy did not include pandemics. This policy may have changed since then. I already got a full refund by doing nothing. ._3-SW6hQX6gXK9G4FM74obr{display:inline-block;vertical-align:text-bottom;width:16px;height:16px;font-size:16px;line-height:16px} That being said, I have some experience with other hosting platforms, and they seem to be a nightmare from interface to support - I only host on Airbnb because my city now has an agreement on handling taxes with Airbnb, but end up solidly booked through Airbnb traffic alone. The host’s cancellation policy will apply as usual to reservations made after March 14, 2020. I'm gonna hold out until then to make any decisions. The Frida Kahlo exhibit has been postponed until the summer of 2021, therefore our group is not traveling. Since your check-in date was April 15, 2020, it would not be covered under this policy and the cancellation policy you agreed to when you booked would be in force. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. If I booked an Airbnb with a strict cancellation policy for a work conference in California for my job but I cancel a few days before because of a work conflict, would this too fall under their extenuating circumstances policy (if I was able to provide documentation … It's in a part of the state that could conceivably take a direct hit. The updated policy applies to reservations of stays and Airbnb Experiences with a check-in or start date on or after January 20, 2021. This expanded policy was announced March 30 and covers from March 14-May 31 travel. The policy allows guests to cancel eligible reservations in … ._7_d4sJjd2oYzaJuU_QpOI{font-size:12px;font-weight:500;line-height:16px;border-radius:2px;display:inline-block;margin-right:5px;overflow:hidden;text-overflow:ellipsis;vertical-align:text-bottom;white-space:pre;word-break:normal;background-color:var(--newRedditTheme-flair);color:var(--newRedditTheme-linkText);margin-top:10px;padding:0 4px}._7_d4sJjd2oYzaJuU_QpOI._1rtoCmW_7bFJWYffSOwt4R{margin-top:0} I've been watching this particular storm for almost a week, and began to prepare for it last Thursday, just in case. And if you are attempting to get there, you will be turned back. We understand there may be some confusion on what happens to service fees for bookings that are cancelled under our extenuating circumstances policy. There's going to be too much panic in the air. Houfy.com - free but you have to drive the traffic to your listing. This qualifies, and either you or your host will be able to cancel penalty free. They have a strict cancellation policy. The extenuating circumstances policy – which has been updated as the crisis has spread across the globe – covers trips on or before March 14, with a check-in … But it has some pretty big caveats. My problem is that it seems that I cancelled my trip too early to qualify for AirBnb's "extenuating circumstances COVID 19 policy" which offers a full refund for qualifying trips. /*# sourceMappingURL=https://www.redditstatic.com/desktop2x/chunkCSS/ReredditLink.f7b66a91705891e84a09.css.map*/Extenuating circumstance for a storm like this has to be defined by Airbnb for dates and locations. This makes me feel a little better. I called airbnb a couple days ago to ask about the hurricane but at that point it was too early. All we can do is get ready... and I don't need the responsibility of dealing with guests and their personal safety while I'm taking care of my own. This could stop us from being able to go home. Depending on the cost, you may be able to get Airbnb to still pay you out in situations like these. Second time, AirBnB paid me out and refunded the guest, and I was able to re-book one of the nights (two-night booking). Second update: looks like airbnb may be being proactive and cancelling reservations. The MASSIVE snowfall, ended up only being 2-3 inches and the airports weren't even closed. I mean, I've had three extenuating circumstances cancellations since I bumped up my cancellation policy from "flexible" to "moderate" in 2016. I had to cancel 7 days before we went just to get 50% back. How is it that airbnb expects its hosts to act like hotels in some cases, but then forces hosts to refund when guests cancel less than 24 hours before check-in due to their terrible "extenuating circumstances" policy? (Airbnb customer service is not exactly reknown for its user-friendliness.) Extenuating circumstances travel credit; Ask your host for a full refund; Our community support team will only be able to offer you the same options you have online. I had to cancel 7 days before we went just to get 50% back. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Airbnb updated its cancellation policy. Read about the Airbnb cancellation policy and updates to extenuating circumstances. In order to cancel under the policy, you will be required to attest to the facts of and/or provide supporting documentation for your extenuating circumstance. This Extenuating Circumstances Policy explains how cancellations are handled when unforeseen events beyond your control arise after booking and make it impracticable or illegal to complete your reservation. Airbnb updated its “extenuating circumstances” policy to allow free cancellations of reservations in the United States booked on or before March 14, 2020 for stays and Airbnb Experiences with a check-in date of April 14, 2020, or earlier, and with at least one night occurring between March 14, 2020, and April 14, 2020, are covered. 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Airbnb rolled out a COVID-19 Extenuating Circumstances policy for bookings with check-in dates through October 15. Consider a trip to Toronto. AirBNB’s COVID-19 extenuating circumstances policies allowed guests to cancel reservations when the pandemic was unforeseen — by ALL OF US. Third time, AirBnB said "no dice" and I didn't get paid (either a one-night or two-night booking, can't remember). On January 30, 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) for the current outbreak of coronavirus disease, known as COVID-19. @Branka-and-Silvia0 . When that happens, if you don't live there, you have to leave. Breit explained that the reservation didn't qualify under the extenuating circumstances policy. AirBnb should offer that extenuating circumstances cancellation policy to guests at an optional fee. This Extenuating Circumstances Policy explains how cancellations are handled when unforeseen events beyond your control arise after booking and make it impracticable or illegal to complete your reservation. : AirBnB. The only difference is that pre March 14, it was supposed to require documentation and post March 14, it was supposed to cover everyone. If you have some recommendations of other listing companies that do not have this as part of their policy, I'd love to know them. And there Extenuating Circumstances Policy is really DISCRIMINATORY to hosts. The guest submitted an excuse note on letterhead from the clinic the guest worked for, signed by a “doctor” who doesn’t exist. .FIYolDqalszTnjjNfThfT{max-width:256px;white-space:normal;text-align:center} Just cancel, and if you get dinged by Airbnb, appeal under extenuating circumstances. “Many of these hosts were absolutely willing to be flexible with their guests,” Greening said. In the future buy travel insurance. I called airbnb a couple days ago to ask about the hurricane but at that point it was too early. 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"Airbnb has uniquely committed $250 million to help support hosts who were affected by COVID-19-related guest cancellations under our Extenuating Circumstances Policy," a … Reservations for stays and Airbnb Experiences made on or before March 14, 2020, with a check-in date within the next 45 days from today, are covered by the policy and may be canceled before check-in. Third time, AirBnB said "no dice" and I didn't get paid (either a one-night or two-night booking, can't remember). /*# sourceMappingURL=https://www.redditstatic.com/desktop2x/chunkCSS/IdCard.87dd817064f367bf3fa7.css.map*/._2JU2WQDzn5pAlpxqChbxr7{height:16px;margin-right:8px;width:16px}._3E45je-29yDjfFqFcLCXyH{margin-top:16px}._13YtS_rCnVZG1ns2xaCalg{font-family:Noto Sans,Arial,sans-serif;font-size:14px;font-weight:400;line-height:18px;display:-ms-flexbox;display:flex}._1m5fPZN4q3vKVg9SgU43u2{margin-top:12px}._17A-IdW3j1_fI_pN-8tMV-{display:inline-block;margin-bottom:8px;margin-right:5px}._5MIPBF8A9vXwwXFumpGqY{border-radius:20px;font-size:12px;font-weight:500;letter-spacing:0;line-height:16px;padding:3px 10px;text-transform:none}._5MIPBF8A9vXwwXFumpGqY:focus{outline:unset} Prior to this announcement, Airbnb had expanded its “extenuating circumstances” policy to cover bookings between March 14th and April 1st; the … If I physically can't get to where I am supposed to be staying in Airbnb will give me my money back. The Frida Kahlo exhibit has been postponed until the summer of 2021, therefore our group is not traveling. This Policy applies to reservations for both accommodations and Experiences. I am supposed to go to Siesta Keys in Florida from Sept 7-11th but Hurricane Irma is going to hit in the middle of my trip and is now a level 5. This is on the Terms of Services and works both ways. Yesterday the Governor declared a state of emergency throughout the entire state, so that emergency preparedness services could spring into action without waiting for approval. 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If it's flexible you could cancel now and get a full refund. I'm not trying to go and risk anything. However, in 2016 the Extenuating Circumstance Policy did not cover flight cancellations. Today, we are announcing that our Extenuating Circumstances policy will also apply to reservations booked on or before March 14, 2020 with a check-in in the upcoming 45 days*. 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I think meteors falling from the sky would be covered by the Extenuating Circumstances policy. 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