US EditionItaly bans Airbnb self-check-ins
- Italy has enacted a ban on self-check-ins at Airbnbs to combat potential terrorism and enhance public safety, as announced by Italy's Interior Ministry.
- Law enforcement officers will ensure removal of key boxes and key pads on self-check-in properties to facilitate better access controls.
- Mayor of Rome, Roberto Gualtieri, praised the decision for preventing abuse and improving safety amid increasing tourist numbers linked to upcoming events, including the Jubilee celebrations.
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Property key boxes outlawed across Italy
Italy declares war on Airbnb: The Italian government has slammed the lid on key boxes for short-term holiday rentals, leaving renters no choice but to be greeted in person. Travellers heading to Italy for their next getaway might find themselves locked out – literally… The Italian government has slammed the lid on key boxes for short-term holiday rentals like those listed on Airbnb and Booking. Source
(December 4, 2024. El Veneziano).- The Ministry of the Interior of Italy has prohibited self-registration in all forms of tourist accommodation, especially those of short duration, such as those offered by the US company Airbnb, to combat excessive tourism, local media reported on Tuesday. Specifically, key boxes, widely used so that guests can access short-term rental housing without having to meet with the owners, are prohibited.
Checking Into an Italy Airbnb or Short-term Rental Just Got a Bit More Complicated
The country has banned lockboxes for Airbnbs and other short-term rentals. Eva-Katalin/Getty Images Street view of Trastevere, a popular neighborhood in Rome for it's history, nightlife, and beautiful cobblestone streetsVisitors to Italy will now have an extra step in their Airbnb check-in process as the country has banned lockboxes for home rentals.According to Italy's Interior Ministry, as reported by CNN, a ban on lockboxes and automated entr…
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