Giggster

Giggster is useful when an event needs a distinctive creative space more than a traditional hotel ballroom. It shines for photo shoots, productions, pop-ups, private gatherings, and brand activations, but planners need to read listing rules carefully because fees, minimums, insurance, permits, cleanup, and host expectations vary.

Marketplace pricing varies by listing; hosts pay 19% commission and renters pay a processing fee
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Tool Nutrition Label
Founded 2016 or 2017 depending on public source
Headquarters Santa Monica, California, United States
Company Size 51-200 employees on LinkedIn
Funding Private company; Crunchbase-linked profile notes seed funding history
Pricing Model Hourly or daily venue marketplace booking with platform fees
Free Trial Free to browse listings; bookings are paid
Contract Booking-specific agreement
Attendee Capacity Varies by listing, venue rules, and local regulations
Mobile App No current event-planner mobile app requirement found; marketplace works through web booking flow
Offline Capability No
Data & Compliance Not clearly disclosed publicly
Expertise Level Beginner
Event Types
Photo ShootsFilm ShootsBrand ActivationsPrivate PartiesMeetingsPop-Ups
Key Integrations
Marketplace Booking (Native) Host Messaging (Native) Payment Processing (Native) Location Agreement (Native)
Support Channels
Marketplace supportHelp CenterBooking messagingClaims resolutionCustomer service
Best For
  • + Creative teams booking photo, film, and content production spaces
  • + Brand activations and pop-ups needing distinctive private locations
  • + Small meetings, parties, and social events in nontraditional spaces
  • + Planners comparing venue styles, hourly rates, and amenities quickly
Not For
  • Large conferences needing full-service hospitality operations
  • Events requiring standardized catering, AV, security, and load-in support
  • Planners who cannot inspect a unique venue before committing
  • Programs with strict procurement or venue contracting requirements
Key Capabilities
Browse and book unique event venues and production locations
Filter by city, venue type, amenities, use case, and listing details
Book hourly or daily spaces directly from local hosts
Use platform messaging, payment, and booking management
Access location agreements and marketplace support
List private spaces as a host for event, photo, and production bookings
Honest Limitations

Marketplace Variability

Quality, rules, responsiveness, cleaning, and onsite readiness vary by host and listing.

Fees Add Up

Giggster takes 19% from host payout and also charges renters a processing fee.

Not Full-Service Planning

Catering, AV, permits, staffing, insurance, and cleanup often remain planner responsibilities.

Inspect Before High-Stakes Events

Trustpilot feedback is positive overall, but reviews mention verification, terms, and dispute-resolution concerns.

Capacity And Rules Are Listing-Specific

Event size, noise, alcohol, parking, filming, and load-in rules must be checked venue by venue.

Pricing Breakdown
Plan Price Details
Guest Booking Listing-based Hourly or daily rates vary by venue, city, use case, date, guest count, and host rules
Host Commission 19% of host payout Giggster deducts commission from location fee plus additional booking fees
Renter Processing Fee Variable Giggster also collects a renter processing fee that depends on booking cost and features

Hidden Costs to Watch

  • ! Cleaning, overtime, security deposit, insurance, or permit requirements
  • ! Catering, rentals, AV, staffing, and production labor
  • ! Higher listing prices if hosts account for marketplace commission

Giggster is useful for events that need character: studios, rooftops, homes, galleries, and production-ready spaces that do not show up in standard hotel searches.

Treat each listing like a venue contract. Confirm fees, rules, access, cleanup, permits, and cancellation terms before using it for anything high-stakes.

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Questions to Ask the Vendor
  1. 1
    What is the total renter cost after platform fees, cleaning, overtime, and required add-ons?
  2. 2
    What activities, guest count, alcohol, noise, parking, and load-in rules does the host allow?
  3. 3
    Is insurance, a permit, or a site rep required for our event type?
  4. 4
    What happens if the host cancels or the venue is not as described?
  5. 5
    Can we tour or video-walk the space before booking?
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