‘Hidden cams. Call police and a lawyer’: 5 Airbnb horror stories that left guests wishing they’d gotten a hotel

As we reach the peak of summer, eager travelers are taking a break from their busy lives and heading off on vacation. 

Whether to save some money, get perks you don’t generally get at a hotel, or simply for more privacy, many turn to Airbnb to book their accommodation during their travels. 

In recent years, however, complaints of hidden fees, poor customer service, misleading listings, and more have hit social media—TikTok in particular—with many others corroborating the same sentiment.