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We were going to go this route when there were a bunch of us going. You have to directly contact the owners regarding Comic-Con week as they raise their rates for that week. On average, we found it to be a minimum of double the price of hotels that week (for a small place, 1 bedroom or loft - more $ for bigger). It seems good for a group who want to cook and not deal with hotel issues, and don't mind the extra cost.
when you say double of hotels do you mean like 300-350 a night? or more?for those that have used airbnb do i get charged the full price right away when booking or is it like a hotel were i dont get charged till i check in?
when you say double of hotels do you mean like 300-350 a night? or more?
but then there's a loft close to the ball park for 4 people, 6 blocks to the con for $1408 (cleaning and airbnb fee included)split 4 ways is $352 per person for 7 daysYou are not allowed to view links. Register or Loginor this on which is 'a few blocks to the trolley' at $1500 for 5 days for 4 people..You are not allowed to view links. Register or Loginobviously I have not done any real research into these places- so read all the infor etc...
<snip>, but to re-iterate Alyssa, do the research and also contact them. Keep in mind I'm not poo-poo-ing anything, this is a good option for some people, I'm just sharing my research.
I just contacted the first one, here's what they sent back (within minutes I might add...very impressive): "I’m asking $3,500 for that week, based upon what downtown hotels are charging. Please let me know if you’re still interested, and keep in mind that it is a 2 bedroom, 1,100 square foot condo with an additional pull out couch. "This is a better price than the ones I was getting, but to re-iterate Alyssa, do the research and also contact them. Keep in mind I'm not poo-poo-ing anything, this is a good option for some people, I'm just sharing my research.
i think you mis-understand my motives... I have no desire to get a condo,. I am simply trying to point out that not all condos are as expensive as you're implying. I think the key is to contact a bunch of different places, that way you don't waste your time waiting for a reply on place that doesn't work for you.
I've used airbnb (well, stayed w/ someone that used it). The rates can and will vary greatly. Not everyone will have the ridiculous mark up either because they don't care or because they don't know until after the fact. Like with anything else, research it thoroughly and make sure you understand what you are commiting yourself to and keep all your documentation.