allegations of " pop - up brothels " and gang - related drug dealing in accommodation rented online have increased concern over transparency and accountability by visitors . Hotels , motels and B&B 's have traditionally coordinated with groups like the UNWTO & Tourism Network on Child Protection to combat human trafficking and modern slavery . Airbnb , however , argues it has “ no control over the conduct of hosts and assumes all responsibility " , arguing that hosts must bear the responsibility . The EU says it could push the company to change its consumer protection policies .
Reports of "pop-up brothels" and gang-related drug dealing in accommodation rented online have increased concern over transparency and accountability by Airbnb. Hotels, motels and B&B's have traditionally coordinated with groups like the UNWTO World Tourism Network on Child Protection to address human trafficking and modern slavery. Airbnb, however, argues it has “no control over the conduct of hosts and disclaims all liability", adding that hosts must bear the responsibility. The EU says it could push the company to change its consumer protection policies.