Strange noises are common. Guests often report hearing things like creaking floors when no one is walking, or knocking sounds on the walls. Another element is the feeling of being watched. Many people in these stories say they had an uncomfortable sense that someone was observing them.
Yes, I've heard some. There are tales of guests experiencing strange noises at Airbnb rentals, like footsteps in the middle of the night when no one else was supposed to be there. Some have reported seeing shadowy figures in the hallways or corners of the rooms.
One horror story is about arriving at an Airbnb and finding it completely filthy. There were dirty dishes in the sink, stains on the bedsheets, and a strange smell throughout the place. It was supposed to be a relaxing vacation rental, but instead, it was a nightmare.
A group of friends booked an Airbnb in a big city for a weekend getaway. The apartment was in a really cool, artsy neighborhood. They discovered that the host was an artist and had decorated the whole place with his own paintings. The host also gave them some great tips on the best local galleries and cafes to visit. They had a great time exploring the neighborhood, and the Airbnb was like a home away from home, full of character and charm.
There are Airbnb stories where guests entered a place that smelled really bad, like something had died there. It turned out that there was a dead animal in the ventilation system. In addition, some guests had the experience of the door unlocking by itself in the middle of the night. They were terrified, thinking someone was trying to get in.
Once I booked an Airbnb in an old house. When I arrived at night, the door made creepy noises every time it opened or closed. The heating system didn't work well, and it was freezing. There were also strange marks on the walls that looked like they were made by something scratching. I left the next day.
One common Airbnb horror story is arriving at a dirty and unhygienic place. Guests often find dirty sheets, a filthy kitchen, or a bathroom full of hair and grime. Another is dealing with unresponsive hosts who don't answer messages when there are problems. And a lot of people have horror stories about false advertising, where the place looks nothing like the pictures on the website.
A pair of strangers met at an Airbnb in Paris. They were initially just polite to each other. But one rainy night, they were both stuck inside the Airbnb. They started sharing their dreams over a cup of coffee. They found out they both had a passion for writing. They spent the whole night talking and writing together. It was a very touching moment that led to their relationship.
There might be a story where guests checked into a Tulum Airbnb and found out that there was no running water. They had to deal with this inconvenience throughout their stay, and the host was unresponsive to their calls for help. It was really frustrating as they couldn't even take proper showers or use the toilet normally.
Dirty and unclean places are common. Like finding hair in the bathroom or food crumbs on the floor. Another one is false advertising. For example, the pictures show a large, spacious room but in reality, it's tiny. Also, hosts being rude or overly intrusive can be a horror story for guests.