Save 50%+ on Platform Fees
HostWay charges just 8% total fees vs. competitors' 15-19%. More money in your pocket, whether you're hosting or traveling.
💡 Example: On a $1,000 booking, you save $70-110 compared to Airbnb
Fair Pricing. Full Transparency.
See exactly how HostWay's honest pricing compares to other platforms - no hidden costs, no surprises
Airbnb & VRBO Fees
17-19%
Total Platform Fees
Airbnb: Up to 14.2% guest fees
+ 3% host fees + processing
VRBO: 8% + 3% processing
Or $699/year subscription
Booking.com: 15% average
Can go up to 25% commission
HostWay Fair Pricing
8%
Total Platform Fees
Hosts pay only 5%
vs. competitors' 8-16%
Guests pay only 3%
vs. Airbnb's up to 14.2%
Transparent 2.5% processing
Clearly itemized, no surprises
Complete Fee Breakdown - No Hidden Costs
See exactly what you pay with HostWay's transparent pricing vs. competitors
| Platform | Host Fees | Guest Fees | Processing | Total Platform Take |
|---|---|---|---|---|
📍 Airbnb | 3-5% | Up to 14.2% | ~3% | 17-19% |
🏠 VRBO | 5% | 6-12% | 3% | 14-20% |
🛏️ Booking.com | 15-25% | 0% | Included | 15-25% |
✨ HostWay | 5% | 3% | 2.5% | 8% |
50-58%
Lower than Airbnb
43-60%
Lower than VRBO
47-68%
Lower than Booking.com
Transparency First: What Your Fees Cover
Host Fee: 5%
- • Platform maintenance & development
- • 24/7 customer support
- • Host verification & safety
- • Marketing & guest acquisition
- • Calendar & booking management
Guest Fee: 3%
- • Guest support & protection
- • Booking insurance coverage
- • Dispute resolution
- • Mobile app development
- • Search & discovery features
Processing: 2.5%
- • Stripe payment processing (2.9%)
- • Credit card transaction fees
- • International payment handling
- • Fraud protection & security
- • Instant payout infrastructure
💡 Our Promise: Every penny is accounted for. No hidden fees, no surprise charges, no "administrative costs." Just honest, transparent pricing that benefits everyone.
Your Real Savings With HostWay
See how much more money stays in your pocket with transparent pricing
$800 Booking
Typical Weekend
$2,000 Booking
Week Vacation
$5,000 Booking
Luxury/Extended
💡 Annual Traveler? Save $500-2,000+ per year
The savings add up fast when you're not paying 17-19% platform fees
Simple, Fair Pricing That Works for Everyone
Transparent fees from day one. What you see is what you pay - no surprises, no hidden costs.
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Pay only 8% total fees (5% host + 3% guest) vs. competitors' 15-19%
Frequently Asked Questions
How does HostWay make money with just 8% total fees?
We keep operations lean and efficient. Our 8% total (5% host + 3% guest) covers payment processing, platform maintenance, and sustainable growth. We believe in fair profits, not exploiting travelers and hosts with excessive fees.
Is my payment secure?
Absolutely. We use Stripe, the same payment processor trusted by millions of businesses worldwide. Your payment information is encrypted and never stored on our servers.
What if I have issues with my booking?
We provide 24/7 support to help resolve any issues. While we encourage direct communication with hosts, our support team is always ready to assist with disputes or emergencies.
How are hosts verified?
All hosts go through identity verification and property ownership confirmation. We also maintain a review system to ensure quality and accountability.
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