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A room, a welcome, a woman who knows the city

Travel with trust.
Stay with sisterhood.

You've just arrived in a new city. Someone who lives here is expecting you. She has a spare room, insider knowledge, and the kind of welcome that turns a trip into a memory. SheStays connects solo women travellers with verified local hosts — real women, real homes, real conversation.

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Cities — NZ & beyond
Real
Homes
Verified
Every Host
Maria C.
Lisbon, Portugal
Verified Host · 4.97
Your stay
Jun 12 → Jun 16
"Felt completely safe and so welcomed. Maria showed me the best hidden spots in the city."
— Sophie T., London
How it works

A friend in every city

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Find your host

Browse verified local women by city, vibe, and availability. Read real reviews from travellers who've stayed — then reach out. She's expecting you.

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Book your room

Every host is government ID-verified before her first booking. Reserve your room in a few taps — payment is held safely until you check in.

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Arrive & Connect

Experience your destination through a local woman's eyes. Get insider tips, feel genuinely at home, and leave a review to help the next traveller.

Built for safety

The groundwork is already done

ID Verification

Government ID-verified before she lists. You know exactly who's opening the door.

Real Reviews Only

Only women who've completed a stay can leave a review. What you read is what you'll find.

Pay Safely

Your payment is held and only released once you've checked in. No surprises.

Something Feels Off?

Flag a concern to our team at any time. We review every report — no automated responses, no bots.

✦ Founding community — now open

Be first through the door

SheStays is in its founding stage — the prototype is live and we're building our first community of hosts and guests before we open bookings. Sign up now and help shape what this becomes.

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Guests registered
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Hosts registered
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Cities — NZ & beyond
Every welcome is different

Her home. Your adventure.

Private Room
A room in her home
She's there when you arrive, gone when you need space. Wake up to local breakfast recommendations and insider knowledge.
From £25 / night
Entire Space
Her place, all yours
She's not home, but she's thought of everything. Notes on the neighbourhood, her favourite spots, a place that feels like a home not a hotel.
From £55 / night
Shared Space
Shared space, shared stories
Other women travellers, a host who brings people together, and the kind of evening you couldn't have planned. For the trip where the people are as good as the place.
From £18 / night
Live host map

Find hosts near you — worldwide

Our interactive world map shows verified host locations to approximately 1km — enough to plan your trip, not enough to compromise anyone's privacy.

Where will you land next?

Whether you're looking for a safe place to stay or want to open your home to fellow women travellers — SheStays is your community.

Version 1.0 · 2025
SheStays

Community House Rules

These rules exist to protect everyone in the SheStays community. By making or accepting a booking, both parties agree to uphold these standards.

Our community promise: SheStays is built on mutual respect between women travellers and women hosts. These rules are not restrictions — they are the foundation of the trust that makes this community possible.
Guest Rules
Your responsibilities as a traveller
Booking & Communication
  • Book honestly. Your profile must accurately represent who you are.
  • Communicate promptly. Respond to host messages within 24 hours.
  • Confirm arrival details at least 48 hours before check-in.
  • Respect the cancellation policy. Cancel within the stated timeframe.
Respect for the Space
  • Treat the home with care. Leave spaces as you found them.
  • No visitors — without exception. Access to the property is strictly limited to the guest(s) named in the booking, at all times, day and night. Friends, family members, travel companions, and acquaintances may not enter the property under any circumstances. The host's home is not a meeting point, social space, or passthrough.
  • Respect quiet hours — typically 10pm to 8am unless agreed otherwise.
  • Follow house-specific rules listed in the booking.
  • Report damage immediately.
  • No smoking indoors unless explicitly permitted.
Safety & Privacy
  • Do not share your host's address publicly.
  • Lock up responsibly when you leave.
  • Respect the host's privacy — do not enter rooms outside your booking.
Conduct & Community
  • Be kind and considerate. Your host has opened their home to you.
  • No discrimination or harassment of any kind.
  • Leave an honest review within 7 days of checkout.
Guest violations — serious breaches may result in removal from SheStays.
Host Rules
Your responsibilities as a host
Listing Accuracy
  • Be truthful in your listing. Photos and descriptions must accurately reflect reality.
  • Keep availability up to date. Cancelling confirmed bookings is a serious breach of trust.
  • State your house rules clearly before a guest books.
  • Set fair pricing. No additional off-platform payments.
Welcoming Guests
  • Respond within 24 hours to all booking requests.
  • Provide clear arrival instructions at least 24 hours before check-in.
  • Ensure the space is clean and prepared.
  • Make an introduction. A friendly welcome helps guests feel safe.
Privacy & Safety
  • Respect your guest's privacy. No unannounced entry except in emergencies.
  • No surveillance in private spaces. Cameras must be disclosed and are prohibited in bedrooms/bathrooms.
  • Maintain a safe environment — smoke detectors, secure locks, basic first aid.
  • Do not discriminate. All verified members must be welcomed equally.
Host violations — inaccurate listings or safety breaches will result in suspension.
Shared Expectations
Applies to all SheStays community members
Zero Tolerance
  • No violence or threats of any kind.
  • No harassment or unwanted contact beyond the booking.
  • No illegal activity on or connected to any SheStays property.
  • No misrepresentation of identity. SheStays is women-only.
Payments & Reviews
  • All transactions must go through SheStays. Off-platform payments remove your protections.
  • Raise disputes within 48 hours via the in-app resolution centre.
  • Reviews must be honest and fair. Retaliatory reviews are monitored.

Our Mutual Agreement

By using SheStays, both hosts and guests agree to uphold these rules in full. We are all responsible for maintaining the safety, trust, and warmth that makes this community worth belonging to.

Guest Signature
Host Signature
Date
Host Status
Set the scene for this stay
Your life doesn't pause for guests — and that's completely fine. Let them know what to expect right now so everyone feels comfortable.
Tip: Select a stay in your to automatically load host details and quick settings for that stay here.
Current guest: Sophie M.
Staying 12–16 June · 4 nights
ID Verified Emergency contact set
How available are you right now?
Fully present
Happy to chat, help, and connect
Busy at home
Working or occupied — minimal contact please
Working from home
Here but on calls / focused work
‍️
Out & about
Away from home — back later
Working late
Back late tonight — please settle in
Away overnight
Not home — guest has full independence
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What your guest sees right now
Updates the moment you save — appears in their Trip Mode dashboard
Maria is fully present today

Happy to help with anything you need — feel free to knock or message anytime.

Timing for this stay
Set arrival and departure windows — keeps everyone comfortable and avoids awkward moments
Earliest check-in Guest should not arrive before this time
Latest arrival tonight Please don't arrive after this time
Quiet hours begin Please keep noise down from this time
Check-out by Please vacate by this time on departure day
I'm up from When you can expect to see me around
Quick settings for this stay
Flip anything that applies right now — your default profile is unchanged
Self check-in this stay
Key in lockbox — no need to wait for me
Minimal contact preferred
Please respect my space — I'll do the same
Kitchen available this stay
Help yourself — please clean up after
Leaving breakfast provisions
Tea, coffee, basics — help yourself
Open to sharing a meal
I’d love to share a meal with my guest — a small fee (~£10–15) can be added to the booking if both agree
Pets in the home right now
Worth flagging if guest has allergies
WiFi details shared
Password sent via message
Extra quiet needed today
Important meeting / sleep / unwell — please be mindful
Available for emergencies only
Please only contact me if it's urgent
Leave a personal note for your guest
Shows on their arrival screen — a small touch that makes a big difference
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Other people in the home
Your guest is booking with you — a verified woman. If anyone else will be in the home during their stay, guests have a right to know. This is one of SheStays' most important safety commitments.
Our occupant safety policy
All adults in the home must be declared before a guest's first booking at that property.
Male occupants require ID verification — the same government ID + selfie process as hosts. Non-negotiable.
Female household members (partner, adult daughter, flatmate) require name and relationship confirmed — ID verification is encouraged but not mandatory.
Guests are shown occupant information (first name, relationship, verification status) before confirming a booking. No booking can proceed without disclosure.
Undisclosed occupants reported by a guest result in immediate listing suspension pending investigation.
Children under 16 require only name and age — no ID verification needed, but their presence must be declared so guests can make an informed choice.
Your Profile

Show the world who you are

Your profile is how hosts and guests get to know you before you even meet.

Your Name
Solo Traveller
Guest New Member
About You
The essentials
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Travel Background
Help hosts understand you
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Interests & passions
Your Photos
Share up to 5 photos of yourself or your travels!
Add photo
Travel snap
Adventure
Favourite place
One more
How others see your profile
Your Name
Your Location
Your bio will appear here once you've written it above…
Guest Preferences

What makes your stay perfect?

Tell us your vibe, lifestyle, and what you need.

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Health
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Home
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Safety
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Start selecting your preferences
The more you share, the better your matches.
Travel Vibe
What kind of traveller are you?
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Nature & outdoors
City & culture
Energy level
Lifestyle & Values
How you live, what you care about
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Environment
️ Diet
Social style
Wellness
Health & Accessibility
So we can find your perfect match
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Accessibility needs
Allergies
Health considerations
Home & Space
What environment suits you?
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Stay type
Travelling with
Must-haves
Atmosphere
Safety & Community
Your comfort and identity matter
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Identity & community
Quick toggles
No cameras
Smoke-free
Late arrival OK
Room lock needed
Near transport
Minimal contact
Trip Style
How you like to travel
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Trip length
Budget
Planning style
Host Profile

Tell guests what makes your home special

Share what your space offers and who feels most at home with you.

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Space
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Vibe
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Access
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Guests
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Rules
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Values
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Household
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Start building your host profile
Help the right guests find you.
Your Space
What are you offering?
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Space type
Location
Amenities offered
Home Vibe & Lifestyle
What's life like at yours?
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Your values
Hosting style
Household rhythm
️ Household diet
Accessibility & Health
What your space can accommodate
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Accessibility features
Health-aware features
Your Ideal Guest
Who feels most at home at yours?
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Traveller type
Stay length preference
Shared interests I love
House Rules & Policies
What applies in your home?
0 sel
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House policies
Smoke-free property
Alcohol-free home
Late arrivals welcome
Room lock provided
Pets live here
Children in home
I live on-site
Security camera (exterior)
Community & Values
The kind of space you create
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Inclusive space
Why I love hosting
Meet the Household
Who else is home? Introduce them here.
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Guests feel most at ease when they know exactly who's home. Introduce each person in your household — a name, their relationship to you, and a line about them in your own words. Every occupant you add will be ID-verified by SheStays before your listing goes live.

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James
Partner · verified ✦
"My husband James works from home most days — you'll probably see him making coffee. He's a keen cyclist and very used to guests."
ID verified by SheStays

✦ Verification requests are sent to each household member before your listing goes live. Guests see their name, your description, and their verified badge — no personal details are shared.

Trip Itinerary
Your journey, all in one place
All your stays for a named trip, in order. Auto-updates as you travel. Share with anyone.
Southern Europe Adventure 2025
● Active
1 May 2025 → 28 May 2025 · 27 nights
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Stays
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Remaining
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Nights total
City / Destination
Host name
Check-in
Check-out
Space type
Nightly rate
Amenities confirmed
Notes for this stay
Trip Mode
Your stay, right now
Quick controls for this trip only. No fuss. Everything you need, nothing you don't.
No active trip
Where are you headed?
Set up a trip to activate check-in, quick toggles & location sharing.
Trip type
How Trip Mode works
Per-trip settings — your main profile stays exactly as it is. Trip Mode is a quick overlay just for this stay.
Arrive & tick off — the arrival checklist sends a quiet safe-arrival notification to your emergency contact when complete.
Quick toggles — flip what matters for this particular stay in seconds. Minimal contact? Late arrival? Remote working? One tap.
Share your whereabouts — send your host's address to your emergency contact with a single tap, any time your trip is active.
Host Map

Find hosts anywhere in the world

Approximate host locations shown to ~1km radius. Exact addresses are only shared after booking confirmation.

Privacy first: Host pins show approximate location only — within ~1km of their actual address. Full details are shared only after a confirmed booking. Click any pin to see host details.
Verified Hosts
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Messages

Your conversations

Connect with hosts and guests. Keep all communication on SheStays for your protection.

About messaging & payments: This messenger is built into SheStays for you to communicate safely with hosts and guests. Payment processing and booking confirmation will be handled by your hosting platform (e.g. Stripe, your own booking system) — SheStays keeps all communication in-app so you're always protected by our trust & safety policies.

Select a conversation to start messaging

Verification

Your trust & safety journey

Every person on SheStays completes verification. It protects you, your host, and every woman in our community. Click each step to learn what's involved.

Start your verification
Complete all steps to receive your Verified Guest badge and unlock full booking access.
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Age bracket & expectation matching
We use age brackets to match guests and hosts with compatible expectations — not as a filter or barrier. A 22-year-old and a 65-year-old can both be wonderful guests; this helps everyone feel at ease. Your exact age is never shared.
Select your age bracket
Your age bracket helps hosts know what kind of traveller to expect. Hosts can set preferred guest age ranges — but "all ages welcome" is the default and most common setting.
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Create account & confirm email
Email + optional Facebook or Google sign-in
AutomatedRequired
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  • Email address verified by confirmation link — takes 30 seconds
  • Facebook Login option: we check your account is 12+ months old and has 20+ genuine connections — fake accounts rarely build real social graphs
  • Google Login option: a verified Google account adds an extra layer of identity confidence
  • VoIP or temporary email addresses are rejected
  • 2-factor authentication is offered at this step and strongly encouraged
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Personal profile & age bracket
Who you are and how you travel
AutomatedRequired
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  • Age bracket: select above — used for matching only, never displayed publicly without your consent
  • Profile photo required — face clearly visible, no filters, no group shots
  • Short bio (minimum 50 words) — helps hosts feel confident before accepting
  • Languages spoken, travel experience, interests
  • All profile information is reviewed by our trust algorithm for completeness
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Phone number verification
SMS code to a real, reachable mobile
AutomatedRequired
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  • One-time SMS code sent to your mobile number
  • Number stored privately — never shown to hosts
  • Used for safety alerts and emergency contact during stays
  • VoIP numbers are flagged and rejected — must be a real mobile
  • You may opt in to 24-hour check-in notifications at this step
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Community pledge & house rules
Informed consent — legally binding acceptance
LegalRequired
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  • Key clauses presented individually — not a single "agree to all" checkbox
  • Active acceptance of: Community Pledge, Guest House Rules, Privacy Policy, Terms of Service
  • Explicit acknowledgement that SheStays is a women-only platform and that misrepresentation of identity means immediate removal
  • Legally: timestamped acceptance record is stored — your protection if a dispute ever arises
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Government ID verification
Passport or driver's licence + live selfie match
AutomatedRequiredLegal
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  • Powered by Veriff or Stripe Identity — supports 11,500+ document types from 230+ countries
  • Photograph your ID document, then take a live selfie — AI matches face to document in seconds
  • Document type adapts by country automatically (NZ licence, Indian Aadhaar, UK passport, US state ID, etc.)
  • SheStays does not store your ID document — the provider returns only a pass/fail and legal name confirmation
  • Your verified legal name must match your SheStays account name
  • On passing, you receive the Verified Guest badge — hosts see this and are much more likely to accept your booking
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Emergency contact & safety check-in
Someone who knows where you are
OptionalAutomated
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  • Nominate a trusted person (name + phone + email) who can be contacted if something goes wrong
  • Optional 24-hour safe-arrival notification: if you don't confirm, SheStays sends a welfare check prompt to you — then your emergency contact if unanswered
  • Location sharing available in-app throughout every stay — send your whereabouts to your emergency contact with one tap
  • Completing this step shows as a safety signal on your guest profile — hosts appreciate it
  • Why this matters: solo female travel carries real risk. This is one of the most important safety layers SheStays offers — we strongly encourage it
Re-verification

Keeping our community current & safe

Verification isn't a one-time event. We re-verify members periodically — and after significant changes — so every person in the SheStays community remains who they say they are.

Why re-verification matters
A host who was wonderful two years ago may have moved, changed circumstances, or had complaints. A guest's ID document may have expired. Periodic re-verification ensures that the trust you place in SheStays is always well-founded — not based on a check done years ago.
Re-verification schedule
Guest re-verification
Your current verification status
ID re-verification
Every 3 years
Active
Phone number check
Every 2 years
Active
Community pledge renewal
When terms update
Active
Emergency contact refresh
Annual prompt
Due soon
Profile photo refresh
Every 3 years
Active
Host re-verification
More frequent — hosts carry greater responsibility
ID re-verification
Every 2 years
Active
Space re-inspection (photos)
Every 2 years
Due in 3 months
Safety declaration renewal
Every 2 years
Active
Community pledge renewal
When terms update
Active
Stripe KYC refresh
Stripe-triggered
Pending Stripe
Profile statement review
Every 2 years
Active
What triggers early re-verification?
Complaint received
Any formal complaint against a member triggers an immediate review and may require re-verification before they can continue using the platform.
Change of address
Hosts who move to a new address must re-submit space photos and a new safety declaration before accepting bookings at the new location.
Expired ID document
If your passport or licence expires, we'll prompt you to re-verify with a current document. Bookings continue while re-verification is in progress.
Long inactivity
Accounts inactive for 24+ months require a fresh ID check and community pledge renewal before accessing the platform again.
Age bracket — keeping it current
Your age bracket is prompted for review every 3 years, or whenever you feel it has changed significantly. This is about managing expectations, not gatekeeping — update it whenever it no longer represents where you are in life.
Last updated: January 2025 · Next prompt: January 2028
How you'll be notified
90 days before due: in-app banner and email — plenty of time to prepare
30 days before due: reminder email with direct link to re-verify
On due date: new bookings paused until re-verification is complete — existing confirmed bookings are unaffected
Re-verification typically takes under 10 minutes for automated steps, 2–5 days if human review is needed
Rates & Policies

Transparent pricing, fair for everyone

SheStays uses a split-fee model — guests pay a small booking fee, hosts pay a service fee. Both disclosed upfront. No surprises, ever.

Commission structure
Guest booking fee
7%
Added at checkout
Non-refundable in all scenarios. Covers payment processing, verification & support.
Recommended
Host service fee
10%
Deducted from payout
Deducted automatically before funds are released. Competitive vs Airbnb's 15–20%.
SheStays total
17%
Blended per booking
7% from guest + 10% from host. Split fairly between both parties.
Why split-fee? Charging the host everything breeds resentment. Charging the guest everything inflates the displayed price. Splitting it keeps both parties invested — and keeps SheStays honest about its true cost. The guest booking fee is always retained by SheStays regardless of cancellation, because the work of verification, matching, and support has already been done.
Booking fee calculator
Nightly rate
Number of nights
Currency
Subtotal (4 nights × $45)NZD$ 180.00
Guest booking fee (7%)NZD$ 12.60
Guest pays totalNZD$ 192.60
Host service fee (10%)− NZD$ 18.00
Host receivesNZD$ 162.00
SheStays earnsNZD$ 30.60
Cancellation policies
The guest booking fee (7%) is always retained by SheStays — in every cancellation scenario at every tier. This is disclosed before booking and covers the real cost of processing, verifying, and supporting every booking regardless of outcome.
Flexible Most guest-friendly
Best for occasional hosts comfortable with last-minute changes
Cancellation timingHost portionSheStays fee
7+ days before check-inFull refund Retained
2–6 days before check-inFull refund Retained
Under 48 hoursNo refund Retained
No-showNo refund Retained
Extenuating circumstances*Full refund Retained
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Moderate Default for new hosts
Balanced protection for both guest and host — recommended starting point
Cancellation timingHost portionSheStays fee
7+ days before check-inFull refund Retained
2–6 days before check-in50% refundRetained
Under 48 hoursNo refund Retained
No-showNo refund Retained
Extenuating circumstances*Full refund Retained
Strict Most host-protective
For high-demand locations or hosts who need certainty of income
Cancellation timingHost portionSheStays fee
7+ days before check-in50% refundRetained
2–6 days before check-inNo refund Retained
Under 48 hoursNo refund Retained
No-showNo refund Retained
Extenuating circumstances*Full refund Retained
* Extenuating circumstances: documented serious illness or death of a close family member, major natural disaster, or government travel ban. Requires documentation within 72 hours. SheStays team reviews each case. The booking fee is always retained even in these cases.
Host cancellation penalties
If a host cancels a confirmed booking
Protects guests from the devastating experience of a last-minute cancellation
First offence — NZD $50 penalty
Deducted from next payout. Guest receives a full refund of all fees including the booking fee — SheStays absorbs this.
Second offence — NZD $100 + listing suspended 30 days
Host must contact the SheStays team to reinstate. A review flag is added to the host profile.
Third offence — permanent removal
Host removed from the platform. SheStays reserves the right to remove earlier if the pattern appears deliberate.
Genuine emergency exception
Documented illness, bereavement, or force majeure reviewed individually. Penalty waived if verified. Guest still receives a full refund.
Search ranking impact
Any host cancellation temporarily reduces listing visibility. Reliability is a key matching signal regardless of penalty tier.
Pricing guidance for hosts
Suggested nightly rate ranges by space type
Based on comparable women-focused accommodation globally. Hosts set their own rate — these are starting-point benchmarks only.
Private room (shared home)
Most common listing type
NZD $35–$85
Entire home / apartment
Full independence for the guest
NZD $80–$180
Shared / communal space
Social, community-oriented
NZD $25–$55
Cabin / rural retreat
Unique & experience-led
NZD $60–$140
Host payout timing
Guest books → funds held in secure trust by Stripe. Neither party can access them yet.
Guest confirms check-in → funds released. SheStays commission deducted automatically.
24 hours after check-in → host payout initiated to their Stripe Connect bank account.
1–5 business days → funds arrive in host's local bank (timing varies by country and bank).
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✦ Founding guest membership

Join the guest waitlist

Be among the first women to book a stay on SheStays. Founding members get early access, priority listings, and a 20% discount on their first booking.

No spam. No fees. Just early access when we launch. ✦

You're on the list!

Welcome to the SheStays founding community, traveller. We'll be in touch with early access before anyone else. Thank you for believing in safer travel for women.

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✦ Founding host membership

Join the host waitlist

Open your home to verified women travellers. Founding hosts get featured placement, reduced commission for 12 months, and direct input into how the platform works.

Founding hosts receive reduced commission for 12 months. No obligation until we launch. ✦

Welcome, founding host!

Thank you host — your spot is reserved. Founding hosts get featured placement, reduced commission for 12 months, and a direct say in shaping SheStays. We'll be in touch soon.

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