Daily room rental via mobile phone applications offers more bang for the buck for travellers, especially in pricey and tourist-oriented locations, but hosts are facing a global crackdown by government authorities and hotel operators denouncing such short-term lodging as illegal.
Airbnb's current internet listing claims it has more than 61,000 rooms, suites and homes ready for short-term occupancy but it faces a possible blanket ban.Despite the unlawful status in many countries, San Francisco-based Airbnb has become an increasingly popular choice for travellers looking to book sweet spots for a reasonable price to rest.
But a recent Thai court ruling has increased scrutiny for Airbnb and its hosts.
