California · Civil Code

CIV §1748.84: This chapter does not apply to a reservation that meets any of the following criteria: (a) The reservation was made for a negotiated rate that was not advertised, or otherwise made available, for book

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This provision excludes certain reservations from the chapter's requirements, specifically those made at negotiated rates not publicly advertised or made available for booking.

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This chapter does not apply to a reservation that meets any of the following criteria: (a) The reservation was made for a negotiated rate that was not advertised, or otherwise made available, for booking by the general public. (b) The reservation is for a hotel accommodation or short-term rental reservation that was confirmed before July 1, 2024. (c) The reservation is one in which the specific hotel or short-term rental is not disclosed to the consumer until after the booking is confirmed.

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