Fees
How do Airbnb host fees compare to direct bookings?
Short answer: As of September 15, 2026, Airbnb’s host-only fee is 15.5% including cleaning. On a KeepItDirect site you keep 100% of payments you collect for those direct stays.
As of September 15, 2026: Airbnb’s host-only fee is 15.5%, including cleaning. Example: if you make $29,000 in bookings, Airbnb takes about $4,495.
Direct bookings are for guests who already know you or find you outside the marketplace. On those stays, you keep 100% of what you collect (minus whatever payment tool you choose yourself).
KeepItDirect builds the website that makes those direct stays easy: your own web address, photos, rules, calendar display, Book Direct to you. Price: $149 setup + $19/month.
Your Airbnb listing can stay live for marketplace demand. Direct is a complement for repeat stays, word of mouth, and social traffic.