Taking minimalism to the next level! Or would that be cheapness? These are what the host considered appropriate supplies for two people for three nights:
- 5 napkins
- 2 tea bags
- 1/4 tablespoon salt
- 3 teaspoons oil
- zero tissues
I hope this listing has also been updated to accurately reflect the many issues in the apartment:
- no working washing machine - it apparently broke a whole 30mins before we were to check in. Yet the host forgot to update their message which was clearly for the guest the week before us, and no trace of any washing liquid (weird coincidence the washing machine broke exactly as the final cup of detergent was used?). Host refused to respond to any questions regarding it and we had to spend our first night in Launceston sitting inside a dodgy laundromat.
- toilet in the ensuite has pipes that scream like a banshee and will keep you awake if you try and sleep in the main bedroom
- no fly screening anywhere so expect many bugs inside the apartment if you want any fresh air
- no obvious Covid cleanliness: no cleaning supplies, no wipes, no hand sanitiser, no hand wash
I assume the “host usually replies in xx hours” time is set by the host themselves and nothing automatic based on actual previous replies? We were rudely woken up on our second day by the hosts cleaner who demanded to know why we hadn’t left yet. We tried to explain they had their days wrong but they refused to listen as “their boss wouldn’t make that mistake”. We had to show them the Airbnb booking before they finally left. We were pretty shaken up and tried to call the host a few times - no response. We then emailed them - also no response. We were honestly grateful we had decided to sleep in that day because who knows what would have happened to our stuff if we weren’t there.
It’s such a shame the hosts are so cheap because with some basic maintenance, this stay could be amazing. The apartment is in a great location, has high ceilings and a lot of natural light.
If/until then, this place would only be suitable for groups of students who are looking for a party house - definitely don’t come here if you want a relaxing stay with your partner!