Earn More as a HostWay Host
Keep 95% of your rental income with just a 5% host fee - that's 50% less than other platforms. Guests pay only 3% vs. competitors' up to 14.2%.
Start Hosting TodayWhy Hosts Choose HostWay
Keep 95% of Your Earnings
Just 5% host commission vs. competitors' 8-16%. You earn significantly more with our fair, transparent pricing model.
Direct Guest Communication
Build relationships with your guests. No communication restrictions, share local tips, and provide personalized service.
Full Control & Flexibility
Set your own house rules, cancellation policies, and booking requirements. Your property, your terms.
Start Hosting in 4 Simple Steps
Create Your Listing
Sign up for free and create your property listing. Add photos, descriptions, amenities, and set your pricing. Our intuitive interface makes it easy to showcase your property's best features.
Get Verified
Complete our quick verification process. We verify your identity and property ownership to ensure trust and safety for all users. Verification typically takes less than 24 hours.
Receive Bookings
Your listing goes live! Receive booking requests from verified guests. You can review guest profiles and communicate directly before confirming. Accept bookings instantly or use request-to-book for more control.
Get Paid Instantly
Receive 95% of your rental income directly to your bank account after our low 5% commission. Payments are processed securely through Stripe and transferred within 2-3 business days after guest check-in.
Compare Your Earnings
| Rental Income | Other Platforms | HostWay | You Save |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,000/month | $840-920 | $950 | $30-110/month |
| $5,000/month | $4,200-4,600 | $4,750 | $150-550/month |
| $10,000/month | $8,400-9,200 | $9,500 | $300-1,100/month |
| Annual ($60,000) | $50,400-55,200 | $57,000 | $1,800-6,600/year |
* Other platforms charge 8-16% host fees. HostWay charges only 5%.
Your Property. Your Brand. Your Website.
Stand out from the crowd with your own custom booking website that showcases only your property
Custom Subdomain
Professional Branding
Your property gets its own memorable web address
Guest-Focused Experience
Clean interface showing only your property, no distractions
Direct Marketing
Perfect for social media, business cards, and your website
Your Custom URL:
b-cottage-oc.hostway.io
beachfront-villa.hostway.io
mountain-cabin.hostway.io
💡 Marketing Power:
"Book direct at b-cottage-oc.hostway.io and save on platform fees!"
Everything You Need to Succeed
Secure Payments
Enterprise-grade payment processing through Stripe. Get paid quickly and securely after each booking.
Calendar Management
Easy-to-use calendar to manage availability, block dates, and sync with other platforms if needed.
Host Protection
Security deposits, guest verification, and 24/7 support to ensure your property is protected.
Reviews & Ratings
Build your reputation with guest reviews. Quality hosts get more bookings and can charge premium rates.
Custom Booking Website
Get your own branded subdomain like "b-cottage-oc.hostway.io" - a professional booking site that showcases only your property to guests.
Direct Booking Links
Share your custom link on social media, business cards, or your website. No platform branding - just your property and your brand.
Host FAQs
How quickly do I get paid?
Payments are initiated as soon as the guest checks in. You'll receive funds in your bank account within 2-3 business days through Stripe's secure payment system.
Can I set my own house rules and policies?
Absolutely! You have full control over your house rules, check-in/out times, cancellation policy, and guest requirements. Your property, your rules.
What kind of support do hosts receive?
We provide 24/7 support for urgent issues, comprehensive hosting guides, and a community forum where experienced hosts share tips and best practices.
How low are HostWay's host fees really?
Just 5% host commission - that's 50% lower than most competitors who charge 8-16%. Combined with guests paying only 3% (vs. up to 14.2% elsewhere), we offer the fairest pricing in vacation rentals.
Can I sync my calendar with other platforms?
Yes, we support iCal integration so you can sync your HostWay calendar with other booking platforms to avoid double bookings.
How does the custom subdomain work?
Every property gets a unique branded URL like "your-property.hostway.io" that shows a clean, guest-focused booking page with no competing listings. Perfect for direct marketing and building your property's brand identity.
Start Earning More Today
Join our community of hosts who keep 95% of their earnings