We need to talk about something serious that’s been shaking up our scene, specifically concerning the recent Dirtybird CampINN 2025 and the unfolding drama with the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Orlando. If you’re a fan of house, techno, and the unique vibes Dirtybird brings, or just an EDM raver who believes in transparency, this affects you.
What was supposed to be another unforgettable hotel-takeover festival experience has, for many, turned into a frustrating and financially taxing nightmare. The core of the issue? Widespread allegations of double billing and a shocking lack of payment from event organizers to the host hotel.
The Problem: DoubleTree Charges and Missing Payments
Attendees of the 2025 Dirtybird CampINN, many of whom meticulously planned and pre-paid for their “ticket + room” packages months in advance, arrived at the DoubleTree in Orlando only to be hit with an unwelcome surprise: the hotel was charging them again for their rooms.
According to numerous accounts circulating on social media (Reddit, Facebook groups, etc.), hotel staff explicitly told guests that the event organizers, specifically their partner Home Bass and an individual named Brian Thomas, had not paid the hotel for the attendees’ reservations.
Imagine this: You’ve saved up, you’re hyped for the music, the vibes, and that signature Dirtybird energy. You check into your room, ready to dive in, only to be told you owe hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars again for a room you already paid for. This is exactly what happened to a significant portion of CampINN attendees.
A Cascade of Frustration:
- The Double Charge: Guests were put in an impossible position, often needing to pay the hotel again just to get into their pre-booked rooms. This meant unexpected, significant expenses for many.
- Zero Communication (Initially): A major point of contention has been the perceived silence and lack of proactive communication from the event organizers. Attendees were left scrambling for answers, often getting conflicting information or no information at all.
- Broken Promises: Reports indicate that attendees were initially assured the issue would be resolved, perhaps by check-out, and that refunds for the duplicate charges would be processed. As of early September 2025, many are still waiting, chasing down refunds, and facing credit card disputes.
- The Price Discrepancy: Adding insult to injury, some attendees discovered that last-minute room packages were allegedly being sold at significantly lower prices than what early-bird purchasers had paid, further fueling suspicion and anger about where their initial payments went.
Where Does the Money Go?
This is the million-dollar question. If attendees paid the organizers for their room and ticket, and the hotel never received payment from the organizers for those rooms, where did that money go? This lack of transparency has led to widespread speculation and demands for a full accounting of funds.
What’s Next?
The community is calling for accountability. Discussions around potential class-action lawsuits are ongoing, and many attendees are actively pursuing chargebacks with their credit card companies. The Dirtybird brand, usually synonymous with good times and good music, is now facing a serious reputational challenge.
For Future Event-Goers:
This incident serves as a stark reminder for all EDM festival attendees:
- Read the Fine Print: Always understand who you are paying and what exactly is included in your package.
- Keep Records: Save all confirmation emails, payment receipts, and any communication with event organizers and venues.
- Be Prepared: In a hotel-based festival scenario, it’s wise to have a credit card with sufficient available credit, just in case unexpected charges occur, allowing you to dispute them later if necessary.
- Stay Informed: Follow community discussions, but always verify information from official sources when possible.
The Dirtybird community is strong, and we all hope for a swift and fair resolution to this situation. Our scene thrives on trust and shared experiences, and incidents like this can deeply impact that foundation. We’ll be keeping a close eye on this story and will update you as more information becomes available.
Stay safe, stay smart, and let’s hope future events prioritize the well-being and trust of their attendees above all else.