Platforms charge a service fee to guests and a commission to hosts, and both can end up in the price you see. When you book the same apartment directly with the property manager there is no platform in the middle, so compare the total for your exact dates on both.
How to Compare the Total
Search the same apartment for the same dates on Airbnb and on our direct site. Compare the final total: nightly rate, cleaning fee, service fee and any currency conversion charge. Our Dubai listings show the total for your dates before you pay.
What You Get When You Book Direct
Beyond the savings, direct booking means you communicate with the actual property management team. Need an early check-in? A baby crib? Airport pickup recommendations? You are talking to the people who manage the apartment, not a call center. Changes and special requests go straight to the team.
Is It Safe?
Legitimate property managers like Cosmica Rentals use Stripe for payments, a widely used payment processor. Your card details are encrypted and never stored on our servers. You get an instant confirmation email, and our team is available via WhatsApp throughout your stay.
How to Find Direct Booking Options
Search for the property manager's website directly. If you found an apartment on Airbnb that you like, look for the host's name and search for their direct booking site. At Cosmica Rentals, our best price guarantee means you will never pay more on our site than on any OTA.
Ready to compare? Browse our Dubai apartments and book direct.