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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.5

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Review summary

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Looking at 171 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently note how simple and straightforward the booking process is, allowing them to easily plan last-minute getaways. Visitors consistently praise the wonderful locations, spotless accommodations, and the exceptional support provided by responsive hosts and staff members. People also emphasize that the pricing offers incredible value compared to traditional local hotels. However, some people mentioned experiencing frustrating challenges regarding refunds and cancelled reservations after altering their travel plans. A few other travelers also noted unexpected extra fees, strict non-refundable service charges, or sudden deposit demands requested after confirming their stay.

What people talk about most

Location

Clients share positive opinions on location, highlighting that spots are close to great food places, public... See more

Booking process

Customers had positive experiences with the booking process, frequently describing it as super easy, quick,... See more

Customer service

Reviewers highlight positive aspects of customer service, describing representatives as kind, prompt, and... See more

Price

Users describe positive interactions with price, consistently reporting great deals and affordable rates... See more

Staff

Consumers find staff to be positive, helpful, and very accommodating during their stays. Reviewers frequently... See more

Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This was our first booking with Whimstay and it was super easy. We had excellent communication with the condo owner and our trip happened without any glitches. We enjoy staying right on the beach and... 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 cabin we had was absolutely gorgeous and very clean.we had a need for anything.we extended our stay and the staff at whimsy were very accomodating, very friendly and helped us make even more amaz... See more


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 1 out of 5 stars

Not that I belive you will share…

Not that I belive you will share this,but here goes. We get here at Landmark resort in Myrtle Beach. And the room is dirty under the bed is dirty. Behind the ice box is dirty, Floors are dirty. We only had FIVE towels and no hand towels,no bath matt, only five regular towels and 3 wash cloths. Only 3 rows of toilet paper for a 10 day stay. Want more a $25 restocking fee, and we didn't even get all our linen. The room has no stove, only a microwave. The icebox is the nicest thing. In the room, probably TV's not bad. Everything else not so good. The mattress on the king bed broken down under the mattress was dirty. The couch sofa bed dirty. Better luck to you guys to who try this place. But I wouldn't chance it again for us.

2 September 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

we stayed at the woodsman in Fennville

we stayed at the woodsman in Fennville, MI. The house we stayed in was absolutely spectacular. Professionally decorated and super, super clean. They thought of every single detail!!!! customer service was incredible. They reached out to us several times to make sure our stay was perfect, and it was!

24 August 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sweet lil spot

Host was so responsive and the spot was close to some great food places. Enjoyed walking the neighborhood seeing all the different architecture.

19 August 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great location

Great location, host was very responsive to questions. Free parking available on the street. Condo was modern and clean.

24 August 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great New Smyrna Beach trip

This was our first booking with Whimstay and it was super easy. We had excellent communication with the condo owner and our trip happened without any glitches. We enjoy staying right on the beach and this room has a spectacular view. I took my astrophotography equipment with me, and I was able to take several photos of the Southern sky from our balcony. Please keep up the quality work you do.

21 August 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The cabin we had was absolutely …

The cabin we had was absolutely gorgeous and very clean.we had a need for anything.we extended our stay and the staff at whimsy were very accomodating, very friendly and helped us make even more amazing memories.thank you so much for accomodating our stay in tenesee.we will definitely be returning to make more amazing memories.

14 August 2026
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I had previously booked for Charleston…

I had previously booked for Charleston SC to later find out that my Baptism was near Columbia SC so I cancelled the one in Charleston S C they didn’t refund my $829.84 and I still paid another $ 879 and some change for the other place. I think that was so wrong for them to take my money like that. I’m 70 years old and on a fixed income and don’t have very much money. But I do know that THE MOST HIGH GOD will fix anything people shouldn’t do old people like this. Have a good evening and my your God bless you

23 June 2026
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Reply from Whimstay

We're sorry to hear the event was in a different location. The cancellation policy was set by the host and shown on the listing before booking and the cancellation window ended, so no refund was issued. We are currently in the process of working directly with you to see if there's anything your host can do. As you know, we're currently waiting for information from your bank. We'll continue to work with you to help in any way we can.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really nice experience interacting with…

Really nice experience interacting with Tyler when I had a question. They were kind, prompt, and I will certainly use this site again as I have gained tremendous confidence in their business. That is INSANE to say in this day and age of an online vacation site. THANK YOU!!

12 August 2026
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