Airbnb management fees in Nairobi

Cozy Crib Rentals charges a 15% commission on booking revenue for full-service Airbnb management in Nairobi. Owners collect guest payments directly and pay our fee on the 1st of each month.

Item What you pay
Management commission 15% of booking revenue, paid monthly
Onboarding fee KES 20,000 for apartments that are already listed on Airbnb
Furnishing (if needed) 10% of the furnishing budget, with the budget deposited upfront

What the commission includes

Listing and pricing, guest communication, check-ins, cleaner coordination, maintenance coordination, quarterly performance reviews and an annual visit to the property.

What owners pay separately

Running costs of the apartment are paid by the owner: utilities (prepaid), gas, cleaner fee, Wi-Fi, Netflix, water, drinking water, service charge, couch cleaning, repairs and maintenance, shopping and photography. Owners also insure their own property.

How this compares

Nairobi managers publish rates from about 10% for co-hosting up to 25% or more for full service. Ours is a flat 15% for full service.

Fee questions owners ask

How much does Airbnb management cost in Nairobi? At Cozy Crib Rentals, 15% of booking revenue.

When do I pay? On the 1st of each month.

Is there a contract lock-in? One month's notice to leave.

Want a projection for your apartment? Call +254 738 775 335 or email info@cozycribrentals.com. See also Airbnb management in Nairobi.