When it comes to Airbnb you either know what you’re doing or you don’t. People who haven’t used the website before may be confused or intimidated about how to navigate the site and stay in a total strangers house. However, it doesn’t have to be anything worth stressing over. Millions of people use the site every day with great success.
The important thing when looking for an Airbnb for your trip is to know what to look for. If you are new to Airbnb and need to know the basics of how to search, here are the things that you need to keep an eye out for.
Air Conditioning / Heating
It’s important that you stay somewhere which will provide a comfortable temperature for you. If you are visiting a hot location, you’ll want to make sure that you have air conditioning to keep the heat out. Otherwise, you run the risk of being miserably hot during your trip and having a hard time getting comfortable.
Alternatively, if your destination is somewhere with a colder climate, you should make sure that where you’re staying is warm enough. Ideally, if an Airbnb is newly set up, it will have a system installed by a HVAC Company that offers both heating and ventilation. This way, even if you are in a hot climate but you’re feeling a little chilly later in the evening – you don’t have to worry. If there is only kerosene heater in a 6 room house in the English countryside, for example, then you are probably going wish that you double checked a little better. Anyone who is an Airbnb host should also consider whether they have the right heating and air conditioning for their guest and might want to contact an HVAC expert, like Century Air Solutions, to install a new unit so they can give their guests the best experience.
Location
Sometimes when looking for an Airbnb, we may get so caught up in what a nice place it is that we fail to ensure that it’s in a good location. You should make sure that its close enough to shops and any locations that you want to check out.
Otherwise, you’ll find yourself taking cabs and waiting in traffic the whole time when it could have a been a short walk.
Price of Deposit / Hidden Fees
Reading the fine print when making a reservation is crucial. Otherwise, you may miss very important charges and fees which you may later be held responsible for.
You are always required to leave a security deposit when renting an Airbnb so be prepared for a hefty sum which you may or may not get back depending on the condition that you left the house in.
Number of Allowed Guests
It’s important to read how many guests are allowed to stay in the property. Usually, the owner will specify the max amount of guests and if it surpasses, then you could get hit with a fine and potentially compromise your credibility on Airbnb.
Good Ratings
Take a look at what guests who have stayed on the property have to say about it. If the reviews are mixed or leaning towards the more negative side, you may want to reconsider a new location.
