The place is very tidy, cleaned and disinfected. However, as a strict non-smoker, I noticed immediately at check in when walking in that there is a deep latent stale secondhand smoke stench. I am very sensitive to this and it makes me nauseous. With a health condition, this is why I seek priorities which are confirmed non-smoking.
It wasn’t from recent renters and could very well be penetrated in the walls, curtains, stained sofa, or the bed cushions. This required opening the window to try to help the situation with less than 7C outside. I sprayed a clean, non-chemical spray around to freshen up the place because you can detect the odor when breathing and it’s a real shame and pity that this hasn’t been pointed out or that some renters haven’t adhered to the no smoking policy.
The owner was quick to reply but no real solution or gesture offered prior to checking out. He just said the cleaning people didn’t find this.
I’ve stayed in many Airbnb and other rentals and leave each property practically undetectable that I was even there. I would just like to find the place as it’s listed and not have a headache.
Optimal location for walking around the heart of Zurich.