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The difference
A host wants NZ$1,982. Here’s what it costs.
Guest paysHost keeps
AirbnbNZ$2,345NZ$1,982
BookNoFeesNZ$2,119NZ$1,982
Hosts pay no booking commission and receive their host amount in full. A guest cost contribution of 6.9% of the host amount is already included in the displayed total. It contributes to payment processing, refund handling and payment loss costs.
Take a simple example: an owner who wants to earn NZ$1,982 for a week.
| What each platform takes | Airbnb | Booking.com | BookNoFees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Host booking commission | 15.5% | 15%–25% | 0% |
| Payment processing & protection | included | contract-specific | 6.9% |
| Owner keepson a NZ$1,982 listing | NZ$1,675 | NZ$1,487–NZ$1,685 | NZ$1,982 |
| Guest paysfor NZ$1,982 to reach the owner | NZ$2,345 | NZ$2,331–NZ$2,642 | NZ$2,119 |
Host booking commission
- Airbnb
- 15.5%
- Booking.com
- 15%–25%
- BookNoFees
- 0%
Payment processing & protection
- Airbnb
- included
- Booking.com
- contract-specific
- BookNoFees
- 6.9%
Owner keepson a NZ$1,982 listing
- Airbnb
- NZ$1,675
- Booking.com
- NZ$1,487–NZ$1,685
- BookNoFees
- NZ$1,982
Guest paysfor NZ$1,982 to reach the owner
- Airbnb
- NZ$2,345
- Booking.com
- NZ$2,331–NZ$2,642
- BookNoFees
- NZ$2,119
Over 18 weeks let, that is more than NZ$3,964 a year in this example — money that stays with the guest or reaches the owner.
Rates checked in September 2026. Under its single-fee structure, Airbnb charges most hosts 15.5%; Airbnb says other hosts typically pay between 14% and 16%. Exceptions depend on country and account type. Booking.com sets the commission rate in each accommodation agreement, and visibility programmes may increase it. This worked example uses a possible range of 15% to 25%. If Booking.com facilitates payment, the applicable payment terms and transaction cost are contract-specific. Our 6.9% cost contribution is included in the displayed total and contributes towards Stripe payment fees and refunds. Nothing is added at checkout and nothing is deducted from the owner. Fee models can change, so please check each platform’s current terms. Sources: Airbnb Help Center and Booking.com General Delivery Terms.
One country. Many favorite places.
Popular places to stay in Australia
Australia is a country the size of a continent, and a single trip can only ever scratch the surface. Most visitors start in Sydney, where the Opera House and Harbour Bridge frame one of the world's great natural harbours, with the Blue Mountains and the beaches of New South Wales close at hand. North along the coast, the Gold Coast pairs high-rise surf beaches with theme parks, while nearby Byron Bay keeps a slower, laid-back rhythm around its famous lighthouse headland. Further up, tropical Queensland is the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, the world's largest reef system, reached from Cairns and the Whitsunday Islands with their soft white Whitehaven sands. In the south, Melbourne rewards travellers with coffee culture, laneway art and easy access to coastal drives. Across the country in Western Australia, the Margaret River region is celebrated for its vineyards, forests and surf breaks, and island-state Tasmania offers cool-climate wilderness, mountain walks and a distinctive food and arts scene. Distances are large and the seasons run opposite to the northern hemisphere, so Australia rewards travellers who pick a region or two and settle in rather than trying to see everything at once.
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Holiday homes in Australia: FAQ
Book vacation apartments and holiday homes safely with BookNoFees ↗When is the best time to visit Australia?
Australia's seasons are reversed from the northern hemisphere, with summer around December to February and winter around June to August. The tropical north is warm year-round and has a distinct wet and dry season, while the south has four clearer seasons. The right time depends heavily on the region and what you want to do, so match your dates to the specific area you are visiting.
How do I get around such a large country?
Australia is vast, and most long trips between regions are made by air, with a well-developed network of domestic flights linking the main cities. Within a region, hiring a car is popular for coastal drives and reaching beaches, wineries and national parks. Many travellers focus on one or two regions per trip rather than trying to cover the whole country, given the distances involved.
Where can I experience the Great Barrier Reef?
The reef stretches along the Queensland coast and is commonly accessed from Cairns and the Whitsunday Islands, where day trips and liveaboard boats reach snorkelling and diving sites. Whitehaven Beach in the Whitsundays is famous for its fine white sand. As a protected marine area, reef visits are typically run by licensed operators, so book with a reputable one and check current conditions.
What are the best regions for wine and food?
Australia has several renowned wine regions. In Western Australia, Margaret River is known for its vineyards alongside forests and surf. Victoria and South Australia have celebrated wine country within reach of Melbourne and Adelaide, and Tasmania has built a strong reputation for cool-climate produce, food and arts. A rental base in wine country makes it easy to explore cellar doors and local restaurants at your own pace.
How does booking direct with BookNoFees work?
You can message the host before booking. For a booking request, Stripe first places a card hold for the full amount; the host has 48 hours to accept, and only then is the amount captured. Instant Book is charged immediately after Stripe confirms payment. Do not transfer the booking amount directly to the host. The displayed total already includes the 6.9% guest fee on the host price, covering payment processing, refund handling and payment risks.
Why book an Australian rental without commission?
BookNoFees deducts no commission from the amount set by the host. The displayed total includes a 6.9% guest fee on the host price, covering payment processing, refund handling and payment risks. Nothing is added at checkout.
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