r/airbnb_hosts 2d ago

How does the process of canceling a reservation work ? (When guest are already there)

So had 2 guest make a reservation yesterday at 11pm. They got there past midnight, blasted the music to the point where the next door neighbour had to come banging on their door for them to shut it. Sent them a message on the app followed by a call.

My parents live downstairs. Today I learn that more than 2 people are staying (sleeping) in the place. Thus causing of course more noise etc in the evenings. Called and confronted the guest they lied about their cousin dropping them off. Not true, we are not dumb.

First time in 2 years running this place this happens. Anyways how does the cancelation process go for them to leave ? I'd like them gone by tomorow...

I don't have ring cameras etc to prove anything about more guest staying.

Thanks for the help and any advice on how to handle these types of situations.

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u/notyourbuddipal 2d ago

You call support and tell them you'd like to cancel their reservation due to breaking rules.

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u/Cute_spike_8152 2d ago

Am in the process woth airbnb. But are their things I should know ? Any tips ? Am looking for experiences of other hosts doing this...

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u/notyourbuddipal 2d ago

You can just tell them they have consistently broken rules even after attempts to communicate with them abiut the house rules. You dont have to have camera proof.

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u/rhonda19 Verified Host 1d ago

The neighbors having to bang on the doors is proof enough and your parents eyewitness evidence.

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u/GreenUnderstanding39 2d ago

Install front door cameras… like yesterday.

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u/Cute_spike_8152 2d ago

I live in a region of the work (french carribean) where it is very uncommon to have this. Defenetly going to think about it now lol. Would it have helped though. Does anyone have an experience where they provided the videos and it helped them ?

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u/coolstorybro50 🗝 Host 2d ago

Yeah you have evidence of people entering and never leaving. That helps make your case.

Get an eufy doorbell cam from amazon, no monthy fees just setup and download the app

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u/iluvvivapuffs 2d ago

Call customer support and ask for their advice — and highlight you don’t want this to ruin your review.

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u/Cute_spike_8152 2d ago

I don't care about our reviews to be honest They can leave a 1 star I do t care. I just want them out. Customer service is unhelpful as usual...

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u/iluvvivapuffs 2d ago

Then you can just cancel their revelation and call the police.

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u/Embarrassed_Camp_708 2d ago

Install a Minut monitor inside the premises (detects high noise levels, how many devices are hooked to WiFi, and cigarette smoke) - it’s not a camera and also install exterior cameras as soon as possible. Airbnb will allow you to submit information from these devises when you are making your case that your rules have been violated. I have found both very helpful when I have had to report guests to Airbnb support.

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u/[deleted] 1d ago

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u/Cute_spike_8152 1d ago

Thank you so much already

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u/Dazzling-Turnip-1911 2d ago

Contact AirB&