4 min read · Updated Oct 2026DirectStay connects travelers with hosts without a middleman. Instead of taking a cut of every booking, hosts pay one flat monthly fee — so the price a traveler sees is the price they pay, and the money a host earns is the money they keep.
Search and compare
Start by searching a destination and your dates. Every result shows the full nightly price up front, with no service fee added at checkout. You can filter by guests, amenities and verified hosts only.
Message the host, then book
When a place looks right, message the host with any questions before you commit. Once you agree on the details, book directly on DirectStay. Your payment is held securely and released to the host after check-in.
Why there is no commission
Traditional platforms charge hosts a percentage of every booking and often add a traveler service fee on top. DirectStay replaces both with a single flat monthly fee for hosts, which keeps pricing simple and transparent for everyone.
- Travelers pay the listed price — no service fees at checkout.
- Hosts pay one flat monthly fee and keep their full commission.
- Payments are held securely until check-in.