"Initial prices shown on the map are markedly inflated by added fees when one is ready to book the lodging. They should show the total price including fees on their map listings."
Dark Patterns Tip Line
February 11, 2022
Great @darkpatterns from @Airbnb - The price first displayed is less than half of the actual total. The filter doesn't use the total, so it's useless. The lack of friction helps push people through w/o noticing. Still used AirBnb, but no longer my 1st choice.
BBBP14
May 21, 2019
"Airbnb and allowing illegal social housing sublets, say English councils Social housing providers claim platforms are refusing to cooperate with requests to remove illegally listed holiday lets 26 May 2024"
Deceptive Patterns
August 24, 2024