Damascus Short-Stay Guide
Host questions to adapt before booking

Dates: __________  Party size: __________
Stay / room type: __________

1. For my dates and full party size, is this the entire property or a room, and which spaces are shared?
   Notes: ______________________________

2. What is the total price and currency, including cleaning, service fees, taxes and any deposit? When and how is payment due?
   Notes: ______________________________

3. What are the minimum stay, cancellation deadline and refund terms for these dates?
   Notes: ______________________________

4. Can you confirm the neighbourhood, nearest suitable vehicle drop-off point and how to reach the entrance with luggage?
   Notes: ______________________________

5. Which floor is the accommodation on? Are there steps before or after any lift, and does the lift work during power interruptions?
   Notes: ______________________________

6. What are the bed sizes and sleeping arrangements? Are bathrooms private, and is hot water available at the times we need?
   Notes: ______________________________

7. What does backup power actually run, and for how long? Please confirm heating or cooling for our travel dates.
   Notes: ______________________________

8. If internet matters for this trip, can you share a recent speed test from the room and explain what happens during power interruptions?
   Notes: ______________________________

9. What are the check-in window, late-arrival arrangements and a way to reach the host if our arrival is delayed?
   Notes: ______________________________

10. Are there visitor rules, identification requirements or other conditions our party should know before booking?
   Notes: ______________________________

Record your booking confirmation, agreed arrival arrangements and cancellation deadline. Published listings do not guarantee availability for your dates.

ShamStay editorial team. “Damascus Short-Stay Guide.” ShamStay, updated 28 October 2026. https://www.shamstaybnb.com/guides/damascus-short-stay