You can use the secure messaging service on Airbnb to work out details with hosts before submitting a reservation request with the Book It button. Feel free to ask hosts whatever you would like, including details on specific amenities, who (if anyone) will be sharing the space with you, how close the listing is to where you need to go, and anything else you would like to know. Just make sure to keep your communication and transactions on Airbnb. Learn more about how to contact a host.
Also in the message thread, notice the user flagging feature, which allows you to notify us should you feel uncomfortable or if a host tries to complete a booking off-site. Here's what a flag looks like:
Some of our hosts have not yet completed their profile or uploaded a profile photo. It’s okay to ask hosts to finish completing their profile before you submit a reservation request, and you can also choose to message hosts with high response rates and positive reviews, as this means they are active in the community.
Example message:
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