I’ve used one once by accident (booked through a different website) and it was just someone’s spare room, which I found pleasant. Then they charged me for a beer that evening and breakfast the following morning, which I found bizarre. I mean it makes sense but it felt odd.
Was it like “Hey do you want a beer?” Or like… How does that even work? I’ve never interacted with any of the Hosts at an AirBnB - they never seem to be home, and they clearly go out of the way to avoid me.
They sent me a menu when they confirmed the booking and asked me if I wanted anything when I was there. They’d bought in soy milk I think it was because I’d asked if they had a vegan option, which was nice enough of them. I suppose these must’ve been the exception rather than the rule then.
They’re great for group gatherings, not so much for individuals traveling. So when my family gets together (there’s 20+ of us), Airbnb is way better (cheaper, large private gathering space, etc). If it’s just us (wife and kids), and hotel room is plenty.
Thanks for your comment. I usually travel alone and was like “why would anyone subject themselves to AirBNB.” I appreciate the context and perspective.
It used to be a good thing, all the way up until like 2015.
Back then, hotels were kinda of shit. And the person running your Airbnb was some retirees who had an extra room. So getting a comfy bed for like 1/2 price as a hotel, along with some other perks like money back in the community, or a nice home cook feel, was nice.
Now, airbnbs are run by real estate companies. And many even have bs like “vacuum the house and put the dirty bedding in the wash”. And hotels have gotten significantly better. Many hotels are adding mini kitchens. Others cleaned up.
I never used an Airbnb fortunately because I rarely travel, but when I do travel I just find a fairly cheap hotel to stay.
I’ve used one once by accident (booked through a different website) and it was just someone’s spare room, which I found pleasant. Then they charged me for a beer that evening and breakfast the following morning, which I found bizarre. I mean it makes sense but it felt odd.
Like did you drink a beer, and eat breakfast?
Was it like “Hey do you want a beer?” Or like… How does that even work? I’ve never interacted with any of the Hosts at an AirBnB - they never seem to be home, and they clearly go out of the way to avoid me.
They sent me a menu when they confirmed the booking and asked me if I wanted anything when I was there. They’d bought in soy milk I think it was because I’d asked if they had a vegan option, which was nice enough of them. I suppose these must’ve been the exception rather than the rule then.
They’re great for group gatherings, not so much for individuals traveling. So when my family gets together (there’s 20+ of us), Airbnb is way better (cheaper, large private gathering space, etc). If it’s just us (wife and kids), and hotel room is plenty.
Thanks for your comment. I usually travel alone and was like “why would anyone subject themselves to AirBNB.” I appreciate the context and perspective.
It used to be a good thing, all the way up until like 2015.
Back then, hotels were kinda of shit. And the person running your Airbnb was some retirees who had an extra room. So getting a comfy bed for like 1/2 price as a hotel, along with some other perks like money back in the community, or a nice home cook feel, was nice.
Now, airbnbs are run by real estate companies. And many even have bs like “vacuum the house and put the dirty bedding in the wash”. And hotels have gotten significantly better. Many hotels are adding mini kitchens. Others cleaned up.