The Airbnb platform disputes this decision, saying that the Spanish ministry does not have competence to require such withdrawals. She also defends herself from any elimination of announcement to date, but Spanish justice has already validated the withdrawal of several thousand housing.
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How to act as a traveler
For travelers, the risk is very real: that of seeing their booking canceled, sometimes at the last minute. How to guard against it? The European Consumer Center recommends checking the presence of a license number on the ad and ensuring that the host is clearly identified. If in doubt, it is better to contact Airbnb or the host directly.
If the reservation is canceled, Airbnb reimburses the sums paid, but is not required to offer a rehousing. It is then necessary to negotiate an alternative with the platform or to request the help of the CEC, which offers free legal assistance, as well as organizations as well as testchats.
A new European regulations, expected in May 2026, will oblige the platforms to better control the announcements. In the meantime, travelers must be cautious to avoid unpleasant surprises.
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