The location was great, and the room was clean. However, I had a few issues with the experience overall experience. The check-in was easy, but I had a problem with the host's request before checking in. I was asked a few hours before checking in to provide a valid ID, such as my driver's license to verify my identity. My issue was that I was at the airport getting ready to fly. I reserved the room at least two weeks before my stay. How could you take a customer's money without knowing who they are? As I understand, my identity is already vetted through Airbnb when I make a reservation, and any other issues are between them and the host. I asked the host why my ID was needed, and the explanation was that there had been some issues with security in the past and with underage booking. She also said I could block out my personal information on my license before sending it. That still doesn't make sense because my profile on the Airbnb account provides a headshot picture meeting the requirements of the request. Also, in the response, she said that they usually make this request to guests before sending the check-in information. Usually does not sound like always! So, what makes me unique? Make that request clear in your listing and require it from everyone, not some.
In the second issue, if you request me to validate my identity, Please validate and share yours first because a picture of you is not posted on the listing.
The third issue, when I inquired about the request, she responded that I should not get worked up about it and that I should be happy that they are looking out for my safety. No one is qualified or in their right to tell you how you should feel about something. Your feeling is yours and no one else. I am a customer paying to stay at this residence; I am not begging. It's a business transaction. I did not sense any information to the host because I felt that the accordance of my money was a complete transaction and agreement.