How to Find Airbnb Rentals with Mobile hoist

4 min read

289

Amenity code

Usually hidden

In Airbnb's UI

500+

Filters on CustomBNB

Quick Answer

Airbnb's standard search only shows ~24 amenity filters. Mobile hoist is often hidden in the standard UI. Use the button below to search Airbnb with Mobile hoist pre-filtered — or read on to understand how it works.

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Why Searching for Mobile hoist on Airbnb Is Harder Than It Should Be

A mobile hoist is an essential accessibility device for guests who need mechanical assistance transferring — from bed to chair, or into a bath or shower — and its presence or absence can be the deciding factor in whether a property is bookable at all for that guest. This is one of the highest-stakes accessibility amenities on the platform, and it's completely invisible in Airbnb's standard search.

When you open Airbnb's search filter panel, you'll see options for basic amenities like "Wifi" and "Pool." But for more specific features like Mobile hoist, the filter may not appear at all — or it's buried so deep that most travellers never find it. Airbnb has assigned an internal amenity code to Mobile hoist (code: 289), but their UI simply doesn't expose it.

This forces travellers into one of two bad options: read through every listing description hoping the host mentioned it, or book somewhere and discover the amenity isn't available after you arrive.

How CustomBNB Lets You Filter by Mobile hoist

CustomBNB aggregates all of Airbnb's internal amenity codes — including Mobile hoist (code 289) — and surfaces them through a simple, searchable interface. When you click the search button, CustomBNB generates an Airbnb URL with the amenity code appended, sending you directly to pre-filtered results on Airbnb's platform.

You're not leaving Airbnb's ecosystem — you're just arriving with your filters already set. CustomBNB requires no account to try, and takes under 30 seconds. For a deeper look at how Airbnb's hidden filter system works, read our complete guide to Airbnb's hidden amenity codes.

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Opens CustomBNB with Mobile hoist pre-selected.

How to Search Airbnb for Mobile hoist: Step by Step

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    Click the search button above (or go to custombnb.app). Mobile hoist will be pre-selected for you.

  2. 2

    Optionally add more filters. Want Mobile hoist AND a pool? AND fast WiFi? You can stack as many as you need.

  3. 3

    Click "Search Airbnb." You'll be taken directly to Airbnb.com with Mobile hoist already filtered. Enter your dates and location to finalise your search.

  4. 4

    Browse results and book directly on Airbnb as you normally would. CustomBNB has no involvement in the booking process.

Tips for Booking an Airbnb with Mobile hoist

Verify the Mobile hoist before you commit

Airbnb amenities are self-reported by hosts. Before booking, scan the listing photos for the Mobile hoist, check that recent reviews mention it positively, and read the "Things to know" section for any caveats. A filter match is a starting point — not a guarantee.

Message the host to confirm if it's a dealbreaker

If Mobile hoist is essential to your trip, send the host a quick message before booking to confirm it's available and in working order for your dates. Most hosts respond within a few hours. Getting it in writing also protects you if there's a dispute after check-in.

What else to look for in the listing

Confirm the hoist's weight capacity matches the user's needs, and ask whether it's compatible with the user's own sling if they travel with one. Check that the hoist has been tested and is in working order, not simply present in storage — this is worth confirming directly with the host rather than assuming from a listing photo.

Combine Mobile hoist with Other Filters

Stack mobile hoist with other amenities in CustomBNB to find properties that match your exact trip style.

A stay built for safe transfers and rest

Search Airbnb for mobile hoist + electric profiling bed + mobile hoist using CustomBNB's multi-filter feature.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Airbnb have a Mobile hoist filter?

Airbnb assigns an internal amenity code to Mobile hoist (code 289), but it is not shown in their standard filter UI. The code exists in Airbnb's system and hosts use it to tag their listings — guests just can't access it through the normal search panel.

How do I search for an Airbnb with a Mobile hoist?

The easiest way is to use CustomBNB. Visit custombnb.app, select Mobile hoist from the filter list, and click "Search Airbnb." You'll land directly on Airbnb with the Mobile hoist filter already applied.

Can I combine the Mobile hoist filter with other amenities?

Yes — CustomBNB lets you stack multiple amenity filters simultaneously. You can combine Mobile hoist with pool, sauna, beachfront, or any of 490+ other filters to generate a single Airbnb search URL showing only listings that match every amenity you selected.

Combine Mobile hoist with Other Amenity Filters

One of CustomBNB's most useful features is multi-filter stacking. Select Mobile hoist alongside any other amenity and CustomBNB builds a single Airbnb URL that returns only listings matching all of them.

For romantic getaways

Pair Mobile hoist with an indoor fireplace, hot tub, or private pool for a couples' retreat. Stack all three filters in CustomBNB to find listings that have every element you need — no scrolling through pages of results that almost match.

For group and family trips

Combine Mobile hoist with a game room, pool, or BBQ grill for group bookings where everyone needs something to do. Multi-filter stacking means you find the right property in one search instead of compromising on what matters most.

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Find Airbnbs with Mobile hoist in Popular Destinations

CustomBNB works for any destination Airbnb covers. Here are some of the most popular US cities where travellers search for mobile hoist rentals. Use the search tool to apply Mobile hoist as a filter and enter any of these locations on Airbnb.

Links open CustomBNB with Mobile hoist pre-selected.

Disclaimer: We cannot guarantee that listings actually have Mobile hoist. Airbnb amenities are self-reported by hosts. Always confirm the amenity is available with your host before booking.

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