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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

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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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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great place to stay

Candace and her team was very helpful and accommodating! Response to questions was quick and customer service great. The room was clean and even better easily accessible being it is on the ground floor. The room had everything we needed for this family trip. Thank you!

22 September 2025
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Reply from Whimstay

Thank you so much! We're thrilled everything worked out perfectly for your family!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

“Worst Booking Experience – Rigid Policies and Misleading Listings”

I had a very disappointing experience with Whimstay. They market themselves as a platform for great last-minute rental deals, yet their cancellation policy is the exact opposite of what you’d expect — no refunds if canceled within 30 days. This is not in line with industry standards, as most travel companies and hotels allow cancellations up to 24 hours before check-in.

On top of that, property details are not clearly disclosed at the time of booking. In my case, I only learned after completing the reservation that the unit was on the third floor of a building with no elevator. This made it completely inaccessible elderly guests traveling with me. I had no choice but to cancel, and despite the lack of transparency, Whimstay refused to issue any refund, citing their rigid 30-day policy.

Overall, this company feels misleading both in its advertising and policies. I would strongly caution anyone considering using Whimstay — their practices are neither guest-friendly nor aligned with industry norms.

12 September 2025
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Reply from Whimstay

Thanks for taking the time to share your feedback. We're sorry your experience didn't meet your expectations.

You're absolutely right that accessibility details matter. You can always find elevator listed in the amenities for any property that has one available. After hearing your feedback, we also reached out to this host to suggest they add that there is no elevator for this property to make it extra clear to future guests.

The cancellation policy for each property is set by the host. The host chooses the cancellation policy for each property and this information is displayed on the property page and in your confirmation email to ensure it's clear before booking.

Our customer service team is here to help with any questions you might have before and after you book. We're happy to help you find a stay in the future that fits your needs. We appreciate your feedback and are always working to improve the booking experience.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy to schedule

Easy to schedule, just as the pictures shown the room, everything we needed. Great customer service.

10 September 2025
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Reply from Whimstay

So glad everything worked out perfectly for your stay! Thanks for the kind words about our customer service team. We'll make sure to pass along your feedback. Hope to help you find another great stay soon!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Last Minute Cancellation of Trip After Booking

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 of my matter was A+. He immediately reached out to me and guided me in what I needed to do and how I could avoid getting penalised. If Tyler is an example of how proactive and supportive whimstay staff are, then as a frequent traveler, I shall only do my bookings on whimstay.

13 September 2025
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Reply from Whimstay

Thank you so much for this! We're thrilled that Tyler was able to help you navigate everything smoothly. We can't wait to help you book your next adventure!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Spacious, safe, clean

Spacious, immaculately clean, 2bd/1ba apartment in a safe area, steps from restaurants, walking distance to broadway. Read the check-in instructions thoroughly to locate building key.

2 September 2025
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Reply from Whimstay

Thanks for the great review! So happy you enjoyed the location and found everything clean and spacious. And good tip about reading those check-in instructions carefully!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Clean well kept but WiFi didn't work…

Clean well kept but WiFi didn't work well wife hooked a iPad up to it and it would kill TV couldn't use pad and TV at the same time otherwise was a great experience.

2 September 2025
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Reply from Whimstay

Thanks for the feedback! So glad you had a great experience overall. We'll definitely pass along the Wi-Fi issue to the host so they can get that sorted out for future guests. Appreciate you taking the time to let us know!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Place

Extremely comfortable place in a great setting! Very roomy and updated.

9 September 2025
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Reply from Whimstay

So happy you loved the place! Sounds like it was the perfect spot for your stay. Thanks for taking the time to share your experience!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Smokey mountain vacay

Communication was great. It was very easy to book our stay

1 September 2025
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Reply from Whimstay

Thanks for the kind words! We're so glad the booking process was smooth and easy for you. Hope you had an amazing time!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The customer service was unmatched

The customer service was unmatched, I had such a great first experience on Whimstay. My host was great too! :)

25 August 2025
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Reply from Whimstay

This absolutely made our day! So thrilled your first Whimstay experience was such a great one. We'll make sure to pass your kind words along to our customer service team. Here's to many more amazing stays!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Our stay was delightful

Our stay was delightful! Very clear instructions very nice house in a welcoming community.

2 September 2025
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Reply from Whimstay

So good to hear you had an amazing stay!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Location was amazing

Location was amazing. Condo was exactly as described. Check in was super easy as was check out.

2 September 2025
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Reply from Whimstay

Great to hear you loved the condo and everything went smoothly. Thanks for booking through Whimstay!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Great location

Great location, pool view patio but might not be recommended for the noise-sensitive. Cleanliness could be better-Carpet needs deep clean. Shower/bath would benefit from a stop drain. Bed was very cozy, AC worked well. No bedbugs or roaches.

25 August 2025
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Reply from Whimstay

Glad you found a great price on Whimstay! Thanks for the feedback about the property as well. We'll pass that on to your host! Feel free to leave a review for your host and the place you stayed using the link in your email!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Comfortable and affordable

Comfortable and affordable

13 August 2025
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Reply from Whimstay

That's a great combo. Lots more like that on Whimstay! We're looking forward to helping you book your next stay!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Whimstay made everything so easy

Whimstay made everything so easy, from start to finish. I was new to Whimstay and now I will not only use them for every trip in the future but I will recommend them to everyone. They took away all the stress of booking a place to stay.

17 August 2025
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Reply from Whimstay

We love hearing that your first experience with Whimstay was such a good one. Glad to help you avoid travel stress and enjoy your trip!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Last minute booking at a great price

Last minute booking at a great price. Communication was top notch. I will be booking through this site again in the future.

13 August 2025
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Reply from Whimstay

Can't beat our last-minute deals! Glad to hear you had a great stay!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very excellent accomodations and…

Very excellent accomodations and consistent clear communication around the stay, check in and all the details to make your trip easy!

5 August 2025
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Reply from Whimstay

That is so good to hear! So many more great Whimstays available for your next trip too!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Whimstay staff was very helpful and…

The Whimstay staff was very helpful and accommodating. The response time was swift and the staff very friendly. I will definitely book through Whimstay in the future.

13 August 2025
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Reply from Whimstay

Thanks so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear our team was able to help quickly and make your experience a great one. We can’t wait to welcome you back for your next trip!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy check in

Easy check in. Easy check out. Good communication with team.

5 August 2025
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Reply from Whimstay

We’re so glad to hear your trip went smoothly and that our team’s communication helped make things easy. Thanks for booking on Whimstay. We'd love to help find you another great stay soon!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy website

Easy website, fast communication, perfect experience to deal with them

27 July 2025
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Reply from Whimstay

Happy to hear booking was simple and communication quick! Thanks for choosing Whimstay!

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