What is the "Guesthouse Commission Racket" scam in Hampi?

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Rickshaw drivers and touts at Hospet station and in Hampi Bazaar steer tourists to specific guesthouses where they earn a commission, claiming their recommended property is the only one with availability or that your pre-booked guesthouse is "closed" or "flooded." Actual availability is rarely checked. Book accommodation in advance and call the property directly to confirm before leaving Hospet. Ignore claims from drivers that your booked property has problems. Navigate to the guesthouse independently using Google Maps.

Accommodation Scams in Hampi

Guesthouse Commission Racket

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