Usually I don’t write reviews, but I have to for this one, since there is so much to say.
TL;DR: if you can get a cheaper hotel room, take it! They are expensive and deceptive!
1) issue 1: who is the host? It looks like the host is a family, based on the name of the Airbnb posting. But they have contracted it out to a company. Deceptive! Would have just booked a hotel room if I knew this.
2) issue 2: parking- the hosts suggest there is street parking around the house. Fact: it basically isn’t since it’s always occupied!
3) issue 3: room issues- the room is way smaller than it looks in pictures and there is no microwave
4) issue 4: treatment-
We initially booked thinking we’ll come on a weekend but within a couple of hours realized it’ll be inconvenient. I messaged the hosts about this issue and they responded that they would issue the refund. But when I’d apply, it kept saying “partial refund”. When I contacted the hosts, they messaged me, “Please cancel, I'll send the refund minus the Airbnb service fees + $25 to cover some of our costs.” This is what happens when you work with a corporation, not a couple! I have used Airbnb so many times, but this was a new experience altogether. Avoid them if you can!
5) some good things about the place:
It’s next to the small downtown of Victoria so that’s good. They had first aid, and I needed to use it, so that was helpful too. They have a minimalist stylized setting in the house, and that was a nice experience. They have pots and pans you can use to cook, another plus. Lots of spare bedding as well, in case you aren’t comfortable.