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The largest and youngest Hawaiian island, with active volcanoes, black-sand beaches and snow-capped summits within a single day's drive.
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The difference
A host wants R 18 000. Here’s what it costs.
Guest paysHost keeps
AirbnbR 21 302R 18 000
BookNoFeesR 19 242R 18 000
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 R 18 000 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 R 18 000 listing | R 15 210 | R 13 500–R 15 300 | R 18 000 |
| Guest paysfor R 18 000 to reach the owner | R 21 302 | R 21 176–R 24 000 | R 19 242 |
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 R 18 000 listing
- Airbnb
- R 15 210
- Booking.com
- R 13 500–R 15 300
- BookNoFees
- R 18 000
Guest paysfor R 18 000 to reach the owner
- Airbnb
- R 21 302
- Booking.com
- R 21 176–R 24 000
- BookNoFees
- R 19 242
Over 18 weeks let, that is more than R 37 000 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 programs 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.
Popular places
Popular places to stay in Big Island
The island of Hawaii, universally called the Big Island to avoid confusion with the state, is the largest and geologically youngest in the chain, and still growing as its volcanoes erupt. Its scale is its signature: within one island you can pass from black-sand and green-sand beaches to rainforest, high desert and even the snow that sometimes dusts the summit of Mauna Kea. The two main towns sit on opposite coasts. Kona, on the drier, sunnier west side, is known for its coffee farms, snorkelling and manta-ray night dives, and a coastline of resorts and lava fields. Hilo, on the wetter east side, is a lush, historic town of gardens, waterfalls and easy access to the national park. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is the island's headline experience, where you can walk across cooled lava, peer into craters and, when activity allows, witness the raw process of land being made. Mauna Kea rises above it all, a sacred mountain and a world-class site for stargazing from its lower slopes. Distances are long here, so plan drives and fuel accordingly. Note that Hawaii has strict short-term rental rules that vary by area.
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Self catering accommodation in Big Island: FAQ
Book vacation apartments and holiday homes safely with BookNoFees ↗Should I stay on the Kona side or the Hilo side?
Kona, on the west coast, is generally drier and sunnier, with beaches, snorkelling and resort areas, making it a popular base for beach days. Hilo, on the east coast, is greener and rainier, close to waterfalls, gardens and the national park. Because the island is large, some visitors split their stay between both sides to cut down driving.
Can I see lava and visit Hawaii Volcanoes National Park?
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is open to visitors and offers craters, lava fields, steam vents and trails. Whether you can see active, flowing lava depends entirely on current volcanic activity, which changes and cannot be guaranteed. Check the park's official conditions and any closures or air-quality advisories before you go, and stay on marked trails.
Can I visit Mauna Kea?
Mauna Kea is a sacred mountain and a renowned site for astronomy and stargazing. Access to the summit area can be restricted and conditions are extreme, with high altitude, cold and thin air; a visitor information station on the mountain is a common stopping point. Check official access rules and weather before attempting any drive up, and respect the site's cultural significance.
Do I need a car, and how long are the drives?
A rental car is effectively essential on the Big Island because it is large and public transport is limited. Drives between the Kona and Hilo sides, or out to the national park and beaches, can take a couple of hours or more, so plan routes, fuel and daylight. Ask your host about typical drive times from the property to the sights you want to see.
Are short-term rentals allowed on the Big Island?
Hawaii has strict and evolving short-term rental rules that vary by island and area, and can include permit requirements and restrictions by zone. Legal, permitted stays are available, but rules are tighter than in many places. Confirm with your host that the property is legally permitted for short-term stays before booking, and keep that confirmation in writing.
How does booking direct on BookNoFees work here?
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.
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