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Holiday homes in Bantayan Island.
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A host wants ₹109,780. 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 ₹1,09,780 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 ₹1,09,780 listing | ₹92,764 | ₹82,335–₹93,313 | ₹1,09,780 |
| Guest paysfor ₹1,09,780 to reach the owner | ₹1,29,870 | ₹1,29,102–₹1,46,337 | ₹1,14,062 |
Over 18 weeks let, that is more than ₹2,74,451 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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About Bantayan Island
Staying in Bantayan Island
Bantayan Island lies in the Visayan Sea west of northern Cebu, a flat, coconut-covered island whose highest ground barely rises above the water. It is shared by three towns, Bantayan, Madridejos and Santa Fe, with Santa Fe on the southeastern side acting as the main gateway for visitors. Most people reach the island by road to Hagnaya in San Remigio and then a ferry across to Santa Fe port, a crossing that has long made Bantayan feel a step removed from the busier parts of Cebu. The reward is a slower pace: quiet lanes, long shallow beaches and the pale sand of Kota Beach looking back toward the Cebu mainland. Fishing and farming still shape daily life here, from drying racks of salted fish to poultry farms inland, and that working, unhurried character is part of the island's appeal. Spanish-era watchtowers and old churches add a layer of history for those who wander beyond the shore. For direct-booking travellers, Bantayan is a place of small resorts and family-run stays where a message to the host can smooth out ferry timings and transfers.
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Holiday homes in Bantayan Island — FAQ
How do I get to Bantayan Island?
The usual route is overland from Cebu City north to the port of Hagnaya in San Remigio, then a passenger ferry across to Santa Fe on Bantayan. Buses and vans run the northern route, and the ferry crossing links the mainland to the island's main tourism hub. Some additional boat routes connect Bantayan with ports on nearby islands.
What is there to do on Bantayan Island?
Bantayan is mainly about beaches and a slow island pace. Santa Fe is the tourism base, with Kota Beach and other shallow sandy stretches nearby, plus small-boat trips to offshore islets and sandbars. Inland you can see the island's fishing and farming life up close, and there are old churches and Spanish-era watchtowers for those interested in history.
When is the best time to go?
The drier months tend to give the most dependable beach weather and calmer ferry crossings, while the wetter season can bring rougher seas. Because Bantayan is low and exposed, it is sensible to keep an eye on conditions around your travel dates and to confirm the outlook with your host, who will know how the crossing is running.
Is Bantayan good for a quiet trip?
Yes. Bantayan has a reputation as a more laid-back alternative to Cebu's busier beach destinations, with long shallow beaches, a working fishing-and-farming community and relatively low-rise development. It suits travellers looking for an unhurried island stay rather than a heavy nightlife scene.
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