Airbnb lockout
Who do you call and what do you do for an Airbnb Lockout?
What to do for an Airbnb Lockout
Airbnb lockout – First things first, you would want to call the host of the property. First reason, maybe they have a remote access set-up and can unlock the unit with their phone. Secondly, they may even be around the corner. Third, they may have a procedure or pre-plan. For example: maybe a neighbour has been left in charge or they have an on call locksmith arranged. Ideally, checking with your host ahead of time will help avoid this situation. Of course, many lockouts, while travelling, happen late at night or early morning. So it’s best to know what to do and this is often overlooked by travellers. They can advise you on the type of lock and what should be done due to a broken key or an auto lock door.
Airbnb
Airbnb, can they help? As well, you can contact Airbnb for advise on how to resolve this issue. Check the help line link above. Airbnb customer service is very available and responsive. Furthermore, they can advise you of the rules in casing such as this. Furthermore, they may be able to help you get into the property or otherwise, find other accomodations.
Calling a locksmith
Calling a locksmith, for an Airbnb lockout, can be tricky. Although, some locksmith will assist with this situation but it may be that the host would not like the lock changed and the locksmith would not be able to pick it.
All in all
The best advise for using an Airbnb is to make sure you cover all angles. After all, you are a guest of the host and usually in their own home. So, unlike a hotel, the rules are different and the Airbnb industry and hosts are adapting as they learn, themselves. It is becoming more common, for host, to install new types of locks that can be unlocked or resolved, remotely! Many of these new style and type of locks are now affordable and can be installed by a locksmith! Be patient with your host and continue to try and reach them in the case of a Airbnb lockout!
