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A granite headland on Sardinia's south-east coast, ringed by pale beaches and a marine reserve, best suited to beach-focused families and couples.
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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.
About Villasimius (Sardinia)
Staying in Villasimius (Sardinia)
Villasimius sits on the Capo Carbonara headland at the eastern end of the Gulf of Cagliari, roughly an hour's drive from the Sardinian capital along the coast road. The town itself lies a little inland; the reason people come is the ring of beaches around it, from the long white curve of Simius and the sheltered bay of Campulongu to Porto Giunco, where a strip of sand separates the sea from the Notteri lagoon and its flamingos, and Punta Molentis, a small cove wedged between granite boulders. Offshore, the Capo Carbonara marine protected area takes in the islands of Cavoli and Serpentara and is the main snorkelling and diving ground on this coast. On land there is the Fortezza Vecchia watchtower above the cape, an archaeological museum in town and, in late July, a boat procession for the Madonna del Naufrago. The season runs from May to October; July and August are busy and hot, while June and September give warm sea and quieter roads. A car makes the scattered beaches easy to reach, though a summer shuttle serves the nearest ones. It suits a week of sea, sand and simple evenings in town.
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Things to see near Villasimius (Sardinia)
Porto Giunco beach · Punta Molentis · Capo Carbonara marine protected area · Fortezza Vecchia · Stagno di Notteri · Museo Archeologico di Villasimius
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Self catering accommodation in Villasimius (Sardinia): FAQ
Book vacation apartments and holiday homes safely with BookNoFees ↗When is the best time to visit Villasimius?
June and September are the sweet spot: the sea is warm, the beaches have room, and the roads are calmer than in high summer. July and August bring the crowds and the heat. From November to April many places close and the town is very quiet.
Do I need a car in Villasimius?
A car is the easiest way to reach the beaches, which are spread around the headland, and to make day trips to Costa Rei or Cagliari. In summer a local shuttle links the town with the main beaches, and a bus runs to Cagliari, so a car-free stay is possible if you are happy to stay close.
Is Villasimius good for families?
Yes. Simius, Porto Giunco and Campulongu have shallow, gently sloping water, and the town has playgrounds, ice cream and pizzerias within walking distance of most holiday homes. Older children can snorkel in the marine reserve or take a boat trip to the islands.
Can I visit the Capo Carbonara marine protected area?
Yes, though access is zoned. Boat trips, guided snorkelling and diving run from the marina in season, and the reserve includes the islands of Cavoli and Serpentara. Ask the operator which zones can be entered on the day, as the strictest areas are off limits.
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Porto Giunco watchtower above the turquoise coast of Villasimius, Sardinia, Italy. · © Manzoni Studios · Pexels License · Pexels