All the Vrbo Service Fees You Should Know About

By: Abby Ruffier

All the Vrbo Service Fees You Should Know AboutSurprise fees on travel sites make it hard to know exactly what your final costs will be. Whether you’re booking or hosting a getaway through Vrbo, knowing what the service fees are can help you stick to a budget. Groupon Coupons has you covered with some of the most common Vrbo service and commission fees. 


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Vrbo Host Fees 

Own or manage a Vrbo property? Whenever a traveler books your property, Vrbo will charge a certain commission in exchange for listing your vacation rental.

  • Expect a 5% commission charge for the rental amount and any fees, including the cleaning or pet fees and any additional payments.
  • There is a 3% payment processing fee charged on the total amount you receive from the booking, including taxes and refundable damage deposits.

Property owners can manage the fees through their Vrbo dashboard to ensure all expenses are covered when your property is booked. 

Vrbo Service Fees for Guests

Fees will vary depending on several factors, and each host is allowed to charge differently. If you’re unclear about what to expect, always contact your Vrbo host or Vrbo customer service to get answers. 

Vrbo Service Fees

Varies by host, but will typically be at least 8% of the booking cost.

Taxes

Varies by listing, but may include a local, federal, and value-added tax (VAT). 

Vrbo Cleaning Fees

Varies by listing, but typically ranges between $15 to $200 depending on the property's unique features. 

Vrbo Pet Fees

If your Vrbo listing is pet-friendly, the owner may charge either a daily or flat-rate fee. If it’s not listed, message your host for an exact rate. 

 


Service animals won’t be subject to a pet fee. Learn more about the pet-friendly policy for Vrbo!



Getting a Vrbo Service Fee Refund

  • Hosts are unable to waive or discount the service fee at the time of booking. Should you cancel your booking within the cancellation window (varies by host), you’ll automatically be refunded the service fee you paid.
  • Contact Vrbo Customer Service if you run into any issues with a service fee refund.