Booking.com Host Fees vs Airbnb

Booking.com charges hosts 15–20% commission. Airbnb charges hosts only 3% (split-fee model) but guests pay ~14% on top. For high-priced properties, Airbnb's model often results in more host revenue.

Does Booking.com charge commission on city tax?

No. Booking.com does not charge commission on city/tourist taxes. These taxes are typically collected from guests separately and remitted directly to local authorities.

What is the Booking.com VCC (Virtual Credit Card) fee?

When Booking.com pays you via a virtual credit card, your payment terminal charges a processing fee (typically 1.5–2%). This is separate from the platform commission.

Booking.com Commission Calculator

Calculate Booking.com host commission (typically 15%) and see your net revenue per booking. Free online calculator.

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Booking.com Commission Calculator — 2026

Enter your booking value and commission rate to see your net payout from Booking.com.

Adjustable rate

Standard 15%, negotiated 10%, or premium 20% commission rates.

Net payout

See exactly what you receive after commission is deducted.

Fee rates verified and updated April 2026. Rates may change — verify directly with the platform before transacting.