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Self catering accommodation and holiday homes in Ireland.
From the Wild Atlantic Way to Dublin's Georgian streets, find your Irish holiday home.
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The difference
A host wants ZAR 18,595. Here’s what it costs.
The host keeps their full price. The displayed total includes a 3.9% cost contribution for Stripe payment fees and refunds. BookNoFees earns nothing from it.
Take a simple example: an owner who wants to earn R 18 595 for a week.
| What each platform takes | Airbnb | Booking.com | BookNoFees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Platform commission | 15,5% | 15%–25% | 0% |
| Payment processing & protection | included | contract-specific | 3,9% |
| Owner keepson a R 18 595 listing | R 15 713 | R 13 946–R 15 806 | R 18 595 |
| Guest paysfor R 18 595 to reach the owner | R 21 998 | R 21 868–R 24 787 | R 19 320 |
Over 18 weeks let, that is more than R 46 487 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 3,9% cost contribution is included in the displayed total and contributes towards Stripe payment fees and refunds. BookNoFees earns nothing from it. 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.
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Staying in Ireland
Ireland packs an extraordinary amount of scenery, culture and character into a small, easily driven island, which makes it a natural fit for a self-catering holiday. Base yourself in a cottage on the Wild Atlantic Way and you can spend mornings on empty Atlantic beaches, afternoons on cliff-top walks and evenings in a village pub where someone always seems to have a fiddle. The west coast, from Kerry up through Clare, Galway and Mayo to Donegal, delivers the postcard Ireland of stone walls, peat bogs and sea-lashed peninsulas. Head inland or east and the mood shifts: buzzing cities, food markets, castles and gentle green farmland. A holiday home gives you the space and freedom that suit this kind of trip, your own kitchen for market produce, room for the family and a quiet base after long days on the road. Whether you want surfing and hiking, traditional music and Gaeltacht culture, or a city break with day trips, there is a corner of Ireland that fits.
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Self catering accommodation in Ireland: FAQ
When is the best time to visit Ireland?
Late spring through early autumn, roughly May to September, brings the longest days and the mildest weather, with June and July offering very long evenings that are perfect for coastal drives and walks. July and August are busiest and best booked well ahead. May, June and September often reward you with quieter roads and good light. Ireland is a year-round destination, but expect changeable weather in any season, so pack layers and a waterproof whatever the month.
How do I get around, and do I need to hire a car?
For the Wild Atlantic Way, Kerry, Connemara and West Cork, a car gives you by far the most freedom, letting you reach remote beaches, peninsulas and villages that public transport does not serve well. Remember that Ireland drives on the left, and rural roads are often narrow and winding, so allow more time than the distance suggests. Dublin, Galway and Cork city breaks work well without a car, using trains, buses and walking, with a hire car added only for day trips.
Which areas suit which kind of traveller?
Families and outdoor lovers gravitate to Kerry, Dingle and Killarney for beaches, mountains and national park trails. Culture and nightlife seekers enjoy Galway city, with its festivals and music, and vibrant, food-focused Cork. Connemara and West Cork suit those craving wild scenery, slow days and Gaeltacht character. Dublin is ideal for a first-time city break with history, museums and easy day trips. Many visitors mix a city with a stretch of the Atlantic coast.
What is the weather like, and what should I pack?
Ireland has a mild, temperate and famously changeable climate, so you can get sun, cloud and a passing shower in a single day, especially on the Atlantic coast. Summers are pleasant rather than hot, and winters are cool and damp rather than harsh. The practical answer is layers, a warm top, a good waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear for walking, plus sunglasses for the bright spells. If the forecast looks grim, do not cancel your plans, the weather often clears quickly.
What does booking direct on BookNoFees actually mean?
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 3.9% cost contribution for Stripe payment fees and refunds.
How does payment work on BookNoFees?
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 3.9% cost contribution for Stripe payment fees and refunds.
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