Accommodation Scams in Guangzhou, China
Fake listings, bait-and-switch hotels, ghost rentals, and check-in fraud. Below are the accommodation scams scams reported in Guangzhou — how they work and how to avoid them.
For broader context, compare this scam type with nearby destinations like Kyoto, Beijing, and Shanghai.
Last updated: April 4, 2026
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Accommodation Scams Scams
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Total in Guangzhou
How it works
During the biannual Canton Fair (April and October), hotel prices in Guangzhou surge dramatically and scam accommodation listings appear on booking platforms — taking deposits for rooms that do not exist or are already booked. Some operators list residential apartments as hotels with no safety certification, canceling bookings at the last minute and offering a refund that never arrives.
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9 total warnings across all categories