How Do They Make Money?

Airbnb is a two-sided market place. They make money by taking a percent of host and guest fees for bookings and experiences Host fees: These fees can range from 3% to 5% of the total reservation value, depending on the host's cancellation policy. Hosts also pay a fee for experiences they offer on the platform, which ranges from 20% to 25% of the experience price. Guest fees: These fees are calculated as a percentage of the price set by the host, and are typically around 14%. For example, if a host sets a price at $100 per night, Airbnb retains $3 as a host fee and the guest pays an additional $14 fee, resulting in a total of $114