How much do you save with direct bookings?

Our calculations are based on official platform commissions, updated in 2026:

• Airbnb: 15.5% taken directly from the amount paid to the host ("host-only fee", in effect since October 2025). Before this change, Airbnb charged 3% host-side + 14-16% guest-side.
• Booking.com: 15% on average (range 10-25% depending on region and property type). Visibility programmes (Preferred Partner, Genius) add 3 to 5% extra. Payment via Booking: +1.1 to 3.1%.
• Vrbo / Abritel: 8% host-side + variable guest service fees (5-12%).

Our simulator uses a range of 15-25% that reflects the real cost for the majority of owners in Haute-Savoie — including base fees, visibility programmes and payment fees. The default price per night (€400) corresponds to the average observed for a family chalet in Haute-Savoie.

Beyond direct savings: with a direct booking channel, you also recover client data (emails, phone numbers), direct relationships (loyalty, return offers) and control of your brand image — assets whose value increases every season.