If you want to find out more about a listing, Host, or experience before booking, you can message the host on Airbnb.

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…

If a host pre-approves you, you can automatically book your reservation for the dates you’ve inquired about without waiting for another resp…

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…

You can book a reservation without contacting the Host beforehand, but it’s a good idea to message the Host if you have questions.

Before you book you can ask a Host specific questions about a listing, availability, and more.

Some Hosts require a rental agreement to secure a reservation but they must disclose this requirement and its terms prior to booking.