When Vrbo Hosts Charge Junk Fees

Welcome back, it’s a brand new day to talk about junk fees — as discussed on TikTok. A viral video posted by a comedian scoffs at short-term rentals and sometimes-exorbitant “host fees.”

In his TikTok video, comedian Jesse Martin highlights how a $172 per night charge results in a total price of $972 for two nights — $108 in service fee, taxes and a $425 host fee. Airbnb was quick to confirm to The Daily Dot that the receipt displayed on Martin’s video is from Vrbo. 

Vrbo verified to Skift that that the booking in question was a Vrbo transaction. “The receipt is verified by Vrbo," a spokesperson said. "Host fees are set by the host and displayed separately to service fees when applicable."

Some of the custom fees hosts can set on Vrbo can include for air conditioning, linens, water and more.

Last week, we reported on Travelers United's decision to file a lawsuit against Hyatt regarding its "junk fee" practi