What's the average commission per booking?

On hotel bookings via Stays, the typical markup is $100/night, which yields $300–$700 commission on a standard 3–7 night stay.

Are there monthly fees?

Most travel networks charge a monthly access fee. Stays is offered at €49/month with a 7-day trial.

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