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Self catering accommodation and holiday homes in Madeira.
Portugal's mild-all-year Atlantic island of levada trails and volcanic pools.
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Self catering accommodation and holiday homes in Madeira.
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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 Madeira
Madeira floats in the Atlantic well off mainland Portugal, a steep volcanic island that trades big sandy beaches for something rarer: green mountains, gentle year-round warmth and a network of walking trails unlike anywhere else. Its signature is the levadas, hundreds of kilometres of centuries-old irrigation channels that thread along contours and through tunnels, giving hikers near-level paths deep into the interior. Overhead rise the peaks, Pico Ruivo the highest at over 1,800 metres, with the famous ridge walk from Pico do Arieiro crossing a world of cloud and rock. The capital, Funchal, tumbles down an amphitheatre of hills above its harbour, all cobbled streets, botanical gardens, a cable car and the tradition of toboggan rides down from Monte. On the wild north coast, Porto Moniz is known for natural swimming pools carved into black volcanic rock and refreshed by the sea. Add the UNESCO-listed laurel forest, dramatic sea cliffs like Cabo Girão, and a subtropical climate kept mild by the surrounding ocean.
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Self catering accommodation in Madeira: FAQ
Book vacation apartments and holiday homes safely with BookNoFees ↗How do I get to Madeira?
Madeira has an international airport near Funchal with regular flights from Lisbon, roughly a 1.5-hour hop, and direct connections from many European cities. There is no ferry from the mainland, but a ferry links Madeira to the neighbouring island of Porto Santo, which is famous for its long sandy beach. Most visitors arrive by air and rent a car for the winding roads.
When is the best time to visit?
Madeira is known for a mild subtropical climate that stays pleasant all year, which is a big part of its appeal. Summers are warm and dry, winters cooler and greener with more rain, especially in the mountains and on the north coast. Spring brings flowers and Funchal's flower festival. Whenever you come, pack layers, as the peaks can be far cooler than the coast.
Are there beaches on Madeira?
Not in the classic sandy sense. Madeira's coast is mostly rocky, with pebble beaches, sea-water lidos and the natural volcanic rock pools at Porto Moniz. If you want a proper golden-sand beach, take the ferry to the neighbouring island of Porto Santo. Most people come to Madeira for hiking, gardens and scenery rather than for lying on sand.
What are the levadas and can anyone walk them?
Levadas are old irrigation channels, over two thousand kilometres of them, that carry water across the island and double as walking paths. Because they follow contours, many offer relatively level, scenic walking suitable for a wide range of fitness levels. Others involve tunnels, exposure or long climbs to the peaks, so check the difficulty and conditions, and ask your host for suggestions.
How does booking direct on 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 does zero commission matter for my stay?
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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