XR Rebel Homestay Articles
Booking Fees on the XR Rebel Homestay Network
At present the platform charge is approx. £3.60 per person, per night. Fees are discounted by 50% for any stay longer than 7 nights. The platform operates at a loss currently. Human Hotel charges booking fees to help cover the costs of keeping all ...
What are the terms and conditions?
You can read the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use on our website.
What will happen to my account/data after the specific Rebellions?
It is our hope that xr.humanhotel.org will continue beyond the individual Rebellions and live on as a sustainable, affordable homestay network for the climate justice movement. If you do not wish to be a part of this after the Rebellions, then you ...
What's the difference between xr.humanhotel.org and booking.humanhotel.com?
xr.humanhotel.org is the specially designed Extinction Rebellion Homestay Network. It has been set up as a collaboration between Extinction Rebellion UK and Human Hotel to host rebels attending Rebellions all over the world with the aim of becoming a ...
Do I need to be vaccinated against COVID-19 before using the Homestay Network?
We want to make sure that no one is or feels excluded from using the Network either because they haven’t had the vaccine yet or because they’re afraid to put their health at risk. As such, we recommend that hosts and guests include their needs and ...
Should I still sign up as a host even though the pandemic isn’t over in certain countries?
Yes! Signing up as a host gives us a fantastic pool of accommodation options for rebels, activists as well as concerned citizens looking to plan their trip for specific Rebellions. The more hosts that sign up earlier, the better - because you’ll not ...
What if there is another surge in Covid cases in the place of the Rebellion?
Extinction Rebellion UK are organising all activities (including the Rebel Homestay Network) in line with Government Covid guidelines, taking into account the uncertainties of the ongoing pandemic. We will make any decision on whether to use the ...
What does COVID-19 mean for Rebellion and the Homestay Network?
Public health and safety, particularly during the ongoing pandemic, is our primary concern. We will continue to stay up to date with all local and national guidelines and restrictions, to ensure our Rebel Homestay Network will be the safest ...
How can I stay Covid safe during my stay or hosting?
In line with Government guidance and scientific advice, guests and hosts using the Rebel Homestay Network should do everything possible to slow the spread of COVID-19 during the rebellions. As well as following guidance on household mixing indoors ...
How can I stay safe whilst using the Rebel Homestay Network?
We take safety very seriously and want to do everything we can to ensure you have as safe a time as possible. Closer to COP26 Rebellion we will be offering the following to all users: Live troubleshooting and safety support User safety guides ...
Why do you need my bank information?
We require your bank information (sort code, account number, account name) to verify your host profile and provide the means for a financial transaction between the guest and host. This information is held securely and not shared with anyone else. ...
How much should I charge per night?
Our Fair Pricing Guide offers guidance on how much to charge per night. It tries to balance the need for affordable accommodation with the need to include hosts on low income who may need remuneration. Please read the Self Selection Text on our Fair ...
Can I offer my space for free?
Yes. This is particularly useful if you live in accommodation that prohibits you from subletting for profit (for example a housing association or student halls). Hosts can also charge a price per night for each guest. We’ve structured it this way ...
Can I have more than one host listing?
Yes. Hosts can list multiple spaces, including different rooms or whole flats. However, you can only have a maximum of 2 host space addresses on our platform. Within each address, you can list as many spaces (living room, guest room, outside space ...
I want to support the climate movement but can’t host during the Rebellions, how else can I get involved?
There are lots of ways to get involved with the activities in and around Rebellions to support Extinction Rebellion’s campaign to meet the 3 demands. Sign up to the mailing list here and more information can be found here about joining Extinction ...
Will I get to choose who stays in my house as a guest?
Absolutely, guests find host spaces that they want to book, and then hosts are able to view this booking request (including the guest’s profile) and decide whether to accept.
What if my place is not available at all during the Rebellion?
If you have a sofa, room, outside space or home that can be offered as rebel accommodation please still sign up to host! Accommodation will be needed by some in the run up to Rebellion as well as after mobilisations for court appearances and/or ...
How long do I need to host for the Rebellion?
You can decide how long to host a guest! There will be some guests looking for accommodation for the Rebellion coming up to the event while others may only be coming to attend for a longer stay. Hosting even for just one or two nights would be a ...
I live outside of place of the Rebellion - can I still sign up to host?
Yes. We’re asking everyone in particular cities or the surrounding areas - within one hour’s train ride from the main stations - to sign up as hosts. The plan is also for xr.humanhotel.org to become a long-term, international platform for Extinction ...
I don't have a spare room, can I still get involved?
Absolutely! You can list a couch, crash space or outside space (garden, parking space for a camper van) for those who are comfortable sharing space and love sleeping bags.
Fair Pricing Guide
We understand that everyone is in a different financial situation and have created this guide to help make the platform work for all. This is true for our guests as well - it is important to us that people from all backgrounds are able to come to ...