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RE: Be a Budget Traveler, Not a Cheapskate
I think you will find that more often with a couchsurfer, because right off the bat, they are already trying to get something for nothing. If that is the mode of operation, it will likely apply to other aspects of their lifestyle / travel style.
I think the whole idea of couchsurfing is that you're supposed to be more integrated into the culture, and exchange a place to stay for stories/companionship, but I imagine lots of people use it as a free hotel. (I've never couchsurfed myself but had a few people stay over.)
I've also often heard anecdotes that people who get things for free tend to be more demanding than people who pay for them! I don't know why this is. But I imagine that might hold true for couchsufers as well.
It is not actually trying to get something for nothing all the time, there are many things you can do in exchange, cook your dish, language exchange, help out etc. At least there are people who have the sensitivity to do those things. But yeah, it is hard to be a host.