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    Posted: 18 Aug 2017 at 7:56pm
Originally posted by irishmufc irishmufc wrote:

First time using this.

Still pending on a reservation request. Can you apply for a few at the same time until the first one accepts and book that or could you be charged for all the reservations you applied for?



Use the 'Contact Host' option ( you'll see it a good bit down the listing page by the hosts profile) to message any host you might book with, you won't need to enter payment details unless you want to complete the reservation

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First time using this.

Still pending on a reservation request. Can you apply for a few at the same time until the first one accepts and book that or could you be charged for all the reservations you applied for?

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I was told our deposit would be taken after our stay if there was anything wrong with the house.. But as mentioned above, anyone can change their card details between time of booking and time of stay so I don't know how that works. 
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Originally posted by miece miece wrote:

the security deposit thing works that in the event of you wrecking the gaff then the host can claim up to the amount of the security deposit to cover costs. if all is well then nothing is taken from the security deposit. all that is taken is the when the booking is made is the amount for the duration of that stay

Yea, I see that now.
I presumed Airbnb would hold the deposit and then return it after the stay.
Whats to stop someone from wrecking the gaff then just cancelling their card when they leave.
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the security deposit thing works that in the event of you wrecking the gaff then the host can claim up to the amount of the security deposit to cover costs. if all is well then nothing is taken from the security deposit. all that is taken is the when the booking is made is the amount for the duration of that stay
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Originally posted by xRedmanLFCx xRedmanLFCx wrote:

Originally posted by randyrandolph randyrandolph wrote:

Thumbs Up yep cant go too wrong with airbnb. Used them for a few years now and no problems. If you're a group of lads you'll probably have more issues as lets face it, who wants to rent their place out to a group of lads on the p1ss... when you send a message with your booking perhaps say you are in town with family... 


We had this discussion before and it was agreed honesty is the best policy. Put yourself in their shoes, this is their house. You would want to know who is coming to stay with you for a few nights, so they will as well. I was straight up and told our ages and the purpose of our visit and got Bordeaux 1st time around and Lille on 3rd attempt. Both have numerous good reviews. Have used airbnb before when staying in Liverpool, great service.

Agreed. I told our host that we were 5 lads coming over for Ireland and Belgium. She said it was no problem but no parties or our we will lose our deposit. I think that's fair enough. Better off being honest anyway. 
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Originally posted by JH91 JH91 wrote:

Originally posted by horsebox horsebox wrote:

Originally posted by JH91 JH91 wrote:

Story with the security deposits?
Will they take it out of my account  prior to arrival or should they already have done it by now. 
I booked and paid a few months back. 


What security deposits?
I think you pay the full whack up front, that money gets held by AirBnB until you stay there and then release the money to the host.




It says on the site that there is a 1,000 quid security deposit.
Never took it off me when booking.



?? Says nothing on my booking about any security deposit?
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Originally posted by horsebox horsebox wrote:

Originally posted by JH91 JH91 wrote:

Story with the security deposits?
Will they take it out of my account  prior to arrival or should they already have done it by now. 
I booked and paid a few months back. 


What security deposits?
I think you pay the full whack up front, that money gets held by AirBnB until you stay there and then release the money to the host.



It says on the site that there is a 1,000 quid security deposit.
Never took it off me when booking.
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Originally posted by randyrandolph randyrandolph wrote:

Thumbs Up yep cant go too wrong with airbnb. Used them for a few years now and no problems. If you're a group of lads you'll probably have more issues as lets face it, who wants to rent their place out to a group of lads on the p1ss... when you send a message with your booking perhaps say you are in town with family... 


We had this discussion before and it was agreed honesty is the best policy. Put yourself in their shoes, this is their house. You would want to know who is coming to stay with you for a few nights, so they will as well. I was straight up and told our ages and the purpose of our visit and got Bordeaux 1st time around and Lille on 3rd attempt. Both have numerous good reviews. Have used airbnb before when staying in Liverpool, great service.
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Originally posted by horsebox horsebox wrote:

Originally posted by JH91 JH91 wrote:

Story with the security deposits?
Will they take it out of my account  prior to arrival or should they already have done it by now. 
I booked and paid a few months back. 


What security deposits?
I think you pay the full whack up front, that money gets held by AirBnB until you stay there and then release the money to the host.




Thats it and if any host asks for a deposit or cleaning fee when you arrive tell them to get f**ked.AirBnB do all that and you pay host nothing.
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Originally posted by JH91 JH91 wrote:

Story with the security deposits?
Will they take it out of my account  prior to arrival or should they already have done it by now. 
I booked and paid a few months back. 


What security deposits?
I think you pay the full whack up front, that money gets held by AirBnB until you stay there and then release the money to the host.
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Originally posted by BrenC BrenC wrote:

I'm booked in an airbnb for the night of the Belgium game in Bordeaux.   Only realised it says 2 pm check in time which obviously wont work with a 3 pm kick off.  Emailed looking to move it forward but haven't heard back.  hopefully it works out


I'm sure there are lockers or left luggage rooms at the train or bus station that you can drop off your bags before the match.  Then collect them afterwards and check into your accommodation before heading into town and enjoying the night.
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Story with the security deposits?
Will they take it out of my account  prior to arrival or should they already have done it by now. 
I booked and paid a few months back. 
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Your money is definitely safe with airbnb but your booking is not.  The "scam" is that owners can continue to list their property in the run up to the tournament at  a higher price and then cancel the original booking.   

Of course they are just renting their "neighbour's apartment" and just as their neighbour rents theirs for 100% more then they have to cancel their own booking.  

It is good to read they improved the terms for customers last year.  Definitely take the advice to book those with plenty of reviews.

Also a customer must pay up front and loses their money if they cancel.

For tournaments I think free cancellation on booking.com is a better option.  Hotels cannot cancel without serious consequences.  I am probably paying more than airbnb customers for this tournament but prefer to peace of mind.    
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Originally posted by CaroG CaroG wrote:

Places which require security deposit, is it taken from your card when you book? A lot of places seem to be looking for security deposit

I think so yes. Airbnb would hold onto it until your stay is complete. Security deposits wouldn't be the norm usually but Im guessing because they are expecting football fans some have included it.
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Places which require security deposit, is it taken from your card when you book? A lot of places seem to be looking for security deposit
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Originally posted by erimus erimus wrote:

Originally posted by ColG ColG wrote:

My worry is I arrive over in Paris try contact the person and hear nothing. Then I'm stuck in Paris with nowhere to stay! That's the main worry. Anyone ever heard of this happening?


Having watched pulp fiction again last night, if I was you lot id be more worried that the person would show up and bring out the gimp
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