Guests are getting more flexibility with Airbnb’s new cancellation policies. Starting Oct. 1, 2025, the standard cancellation ...

Airbnb changes booking process for travelers Guests will soon have the option to view the total price of bookings, including all fees, before taxes.

However, these benefits only reimburse you if you cancel for a covered reason, like an illness or severe weather that prevents you from travelling. Most plans do not cover government restrictions.

Airbnb and VRBO are always trying to get us to loosen our cancellation policies. I get it for small properties, but we have a couple 7-8 bedroom cabins and our guests almost always book 3+ months out.

The Booking Protection Guarantee ensures that Airbnb will provide you with a similar stay or refund you if your host cancels within 30 days of your check-in date. The Check-In Guarantee promises ...

Airbnb and VRBO are always trying to get us to loosen our cancellation policies. I get it for small properties, but we have a couple 7-8 bedroom cabins and our guests almost always book 3+ months out.