Host interactions and pre-approvals
Host interactions and pre-approvals
- How-to
Contacting Hosts
If you want to find out more about a place or experience before booking, you can message the Host on Airbnb. - How-to
How an invite to book works
A pre-approval is a way for a Host to let you know that their listing is available when asked about a potential reservation. You have 24 hou… - How-to
What does it mean if a host pre-approves me?
If a host pre-approves you, you can automatically make your reservation for the dates you’ve enquired about without waiting for another resp… - How-to
Invites and special offers
You can contact a Host about their place before requesting to book it. The Host then has the option to pre-approve you or give you a special… - How-to
When to message your Host
You can make a reservation without contacting the Host beforehand, but it’s a good idea to message the Host if you have questions. - How-to
Contacting a Host without making a reservation
Before you book, you can ask a Host specific questions about a listing, availability, and more. - How-to
If a Host asks you to sign a contract
Some Hosts require a rental agreement to secure a reservation but they must disclose this requirement and its terms prior to booking.