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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.5

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Evaluating 170 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the excellent locations and the easy booking process, often finding great deals and affordable prices. Many people highlight the outstanding customer service and the helpful, accommodating staff, appreciating their quick responses and proactive communication. However, some customers noted issues with customer service, reporting difficulties reaching live assistance, unhelpful responses, or problems with refunds and cancellations. A few also felt that property details were not always clearly disclosed, leading to issues like double bookings, unclear parking, or units not matching expectations. Additionally, some reviewers mentioned unexpected charges or pricing clarity problems after booking.

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Location

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Booking process

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Customer service

Users describe positive interactions with customer service, highlighting excellent communication and... See more

Price

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Staff

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Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Scarritt Bennett campus is very unique and beautiful. We enjoyed just walking around the buildings and looking at the architecture. The neighborhood is very nice. Communication with the host was e... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Our stay was wonderful! Whimstay saved us money on our stay which is always nice especially when it’s last minute. They were also quick to resolve any issues we had and answered any questions we had q... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I made a booking on whimstay for a last minute trip to Montreal which was cancelled after I made my booking. I immediately reached out to Whimstay and I must commend Tyler as his feedback and handling... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The WHIMSTAY experience was awesome. Easy booking, great customer service and best of all..great price and great place. Our place in Chandler , AZ was top notch. We will most definitely be using WHIM... See more

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Company details

  1. Vacation Rental
  2. Beach Resort
  3. Cottage
  4. Mountain Cabin
  5. Pet-Friendly Accommodation
  6. Vacation Home Rental Agency

About Whimstay

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Meet your secret weapon for last-minute getaways.

Whimstay makes booking vacation rentals feel easy and rewarding. We offer better prices, better service, and smarter timing—on the same homes you’ll find on Airbnb and Vrbo. With built-in price comparisons on every listing, you can see exactly how much you’re saving. On average, Whimstay travelers save 25 percent, or over $200 per trip.

And when plans change or questions come up, our customer support team is here to help. No bots, no runaround—just real people who care about your trip as much as you do.

We partner with top property managers to offer exclusive deals across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and now Europe. From cozy cabins to beachside villas, our growing portfolio is built for travelers who embrace spontaneity but never settle on quality.

Book confidently. Save instantly. Travel better.

Visit whimstay.com

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Great Deals on Great Stays
Last-minute doesn’t mean settling for less. We hunt down incredible vacation rentals at prices that make spontaneous getaways actually doable.
People First, Always
Whether you’re a traveler looking for your next adventure or a host welcoming guests, we’ve got your back. Real support from real people who actually care about your experience.
See for Yourself
We show you exactly how much you’ll save compared to Airbnb and VRBO, right there on the same page. No hunting around different sites to compare: we do the work so you can see the savings upfront.

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The check in/out procedure was simple

The check in/out procedure was simple. The host was amazing. The price was better than local hotels. I will be using this again.

15 December 2025
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Reply from Whimstay

That's great to hear! Sounds like you found an awesome host and got a solid deal. We'd love to help you book again anytime!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We found a great deal on a cabin…

We found a great deal on a cabin through Whimstay. When there was a 100 year flood that led to power outages and landslides the week of our trip, Whimstay worked with the owner to issue us a full refund. Great customer service and will definitely rebook with them in the future.

11 December 2025
Unprompted review
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Reply from Whimstay

Wow, that's quite a situation! We're really glad we could help make things right during such a crazy circumstance. Thanks for understanding and we hope your next trip is much less eventful. Looking forward to finding you a booking again!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very great customer service

Very great customer service, had some issues with submitting my ID but they were able to help me

3 December 2025
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Reply from Whimstay

Thanks for sticking with us! Glad our team could help you get everything sorted. We appreciate you booking on Whimstay!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Beach Road Villa

The location was perfect, peaceful, quiet and the landscaping was amazing. The villa was complete with al you need to make your stay.

2 December 2025
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Reply from Whimstay

Sounds like you found a gem! We're so glad you enjoyed the place. Thanks for booking on Whimstay!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Whimstay made $80 off of me bc they won't stop scammers

Please don't waste your time and money with Whimstay, it's not worth the headache. I booked a beautiful condo in Mexico for next summer and was immediately emailed by my host trying to double charge me. I figured it was a mistake, so I emailed the host asking for clarification as I had paid through Whimstay. No reply. I received another email several days later again asking for payment from my host. No reply when I followed up. I then turned to Whimstay "support" and did not receive any answer for an entire day. At this point I was panicked as I had invested a significant amount of money in what seemed like a scam. Despite doing nothing wrong, following Whimstay's instructions to contact my host, and contacting Whimstay "support" through FOUR DIFFERENT METHODS they would not refund my service fee, just the stay itself. So now I'm out $80 because Whimstay didn't properly vet a host who is SCAMMING people. This is totally unacceptable and also insane. I've told all my friends to not book with Whimstay either.

2 December 2025
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Reply from Whimstay

Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry this experience caused you stress.

The invoice you received was an automated message from the host's system with incorrect information. We completely understand why this looked suspicious, especially when the host didn't respond to your emails.

We've contacted the host to prevent these confusing emails from being sent to future guests and to address their delayed responses.

We have several ways you can contact us for your convenience and we responded to your message promptly during business hours.

The non-refundable service fee you mentioned is part of your host's selected cancellation policy and was clearly detailed on the property page and at checkout.

We appreciate your feedback and hope to have the opportunity to help you find a stay in the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Reliable Company

First time using Whimstay. They get back to you with any questions. A real person to talk to. They made the experience comforting for a first time user. Planned a trip to Chicago for a group of 9 so I needed a company I could depend on. I felt safe and supported.

5 December 2025
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I booked a property through Whimstay

I booked a property through Whimstay, then canceled within their stated 24-hour window (all well documented through their own messaging platform).

They ignored it.

No acknowledgment. No action. No response until much later, when a rep finally replied asking, “How can I assist you today?” By then, the 24-hour clock had passed only because they failed to respond. I repeated my request, and they are now using that later timestamp to justify keeping nearly 10% of the booking.

This is indefensible. Their own system shows:

A timely cancellation request

No response before the refund cutoff

An auto-reply after the window had closed

A refund denial based on their own internal delay

This is not a policy issue. It’s a customer service failure, and a dishonest one at that.

Avoid this platform if you expect basic accountability or fair treatment.

2 December 2025
Unprompted review
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Reply from Whimstay

Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry for the frustration this caused.

Your initial message didn't specify a cancellation request. When you added details and clarified you wanted to cancel, it was then outside the cancellation window.

After reviewing the conversation, we agreed that we would honor the cancellation request based on the timing of your first message.

We take responsibility for the confusion and extra effort required to resolve this. We appreciate your patience and apologize that this didn't go more smoothly.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I booked a stay for two days for $200

I booked a stay for two days for $200, and then on the day of my check-in, I was sent a random email demanding a $150 deposit. I knew nothing about this deposit until a few hours before my check-in. That’s when I realized that all of the reviews talking about this place being a scam was true. I asked for a refund, and the woman I spoke with was incredibly rude and disrespectful and hung up on me. They sent me an email stating they have canceled my reservation and issued a refund, but will not send me a confirmation. This place is a scam. You’re better off paying a bit more for a hotel. Never again.

16 November 2025
Unprompted review
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Reply from Whimstay

Thanks for your feedback.

I'm sorry this didn't work out as expected.

To clarify: Security deposits are standard in vacation rentals and are clearly disclosed on all property listings where it applies. The person you spoke with was the property host and we're sorry the communication was not up to standard.

In this case we were able to cancel your stay when you contacted us the day of check-in and you received immediate confirmation of your refund.

We're always happy to help with any questions you might have about a future booking to ensure all the information is clear before booking.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Whimstay site offered good deals…

The Whimstay site offered good deals and queries were answered promptly. The property rented fitted the desription and the comprehensive array of pictures supplied. Just before scheduled departure, full instructions arrived and thereafter everything followed what was described.

3 November 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was perfect

It was perfect. The home was immaculate and the view from the balcony was beautiful. It checked every box ans then some. The area felt very safe and the even the garage was very clean. We will be back to stay here again while visiting our Marine.

5 November 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The facility was very clean and quiet

The facility was very clean and quiet. The map that was contained on the checkin was difficult to read, very blurry. We had difficulty figuring out which side of the facility our apartment was on. Also, there needs to be clearer information as to parking availability.

5 November 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was a great experience

It was a great experience. We loved the cabin. It was cozy, nice decoration, and close to the places where we wanted to go. The host was so helpful, responsive, and nice

1 November 2025

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