Cancellation Policy

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Flexibility builds trust. Fair to guests, protective of hosts, transparent for everyone.

Last updated: December 27, 2025

Policy Overview (Win-Win Model)

At homestaysbnb, we believe flexibility builds trust. Our cancellation policy is designed to be fair to guests, protective of hosts, and transparent for everyone.

Guests get risk-free time to cancel
Hosts get income protection closer to check-in
homestaysbnb promotes fair refunds, not rigid penalties

This policy applies unless a property-specific policy is clearly mentioned on the listing page.

2Grace Period – Free Cancellation Window

24-Hour Risk-Free Period

Guests may cancel within 24 hours of booking for a 100% refund, provided the check-in date is at least 7 days away.

No questions asked
Full refund including platform fees

3Standard Flexible Cancellation (Guest-Friendly)

Time of CancellationGuest RefundHost Payout
7+ days before check-in100% refundNo payout
3–6 days before check-in70% refund30% payout
1–2 days before check-in50% refund50% payout
Same day / No-showNo refund100% payment

Note: All times are calculated based on the property's local time zone.

4Email Support for Cancellation

Quick Email Cancellation

Email us your cancellation request and we'll process your booking cancellation. You will receive your payment within 48 hours.

📧Email Details Required:

  • Booking Reference Number (e.g., HSB123456)
  • Guest Name (as per booking)
  • Property Name and location
  • Check-in Date and Check-out Date
  • Total Booking Amount paid
  • Reason for Cancellation
  • Registered Mobile Number

📧 Send Cancellation Request To:

support@homestaysbnb.com

Subject: Booking Cancellation Request - [Your Booking Reference]

Quick Processing
Payment in 48 Hours
Email Confirmation

This Cancellation Policy was last updated on December 27, 2025. We reserve the right to modify this policy with reasonable notice to users.