
DLVX Rentals vs Airbnb vs Booking: how much do you save by booking direct?
Booking holiday rentals in Ostend can be done in many ways. Airbnb, Booking.com, Huswell, or directly with the owner via DLVX Rentals. The choice you make has a direct impact on the price you pay. We honestly explain the differences so you can make an informed choice.
Price comparison: €150/night apartment Ostend
Suppose the apartment costs €150 per night. You book 4 nights (€600 base price). What do you ultimately pay? Airbnb: base price €600 + guest service fee ~15% (€90) + taxes = total ±€695-720 Booking.com: base price €600 + service fee ±12% + possible taxes = total ±€670-690 DLVX Rentals (direct): €600 + €60 cleaning fee (once) = total €660 Savings vs Airbnb: average €35-60 for a 4-night stay. For a week, the saving is €60-100. For a full 2-week summer holiday: €120-200 savings by booking direct. Moreover: no surprises at checkout. The price you see here is the price you pay.
What do you get at DLVX Rentals that you don't get elsewhere?
1. Direct contact with the owner We are Florence, Brigitte and Wilcot Van Baeten & Dochy, the owners. You book with us, not with a platform that passes your reservation to an unknown owner. 2. Local knowledge We live in Ostend. We know where to buy freshly baked bread in the morning, which restaurant has the best sea view and how to enjoy the Carnival best. 3. Transparent pricing No service fees. No hidden surcharges. No dynamic pricing that doubles when you search again. 4. Flexibility Do you have a specific request, an early check-in time, or an allergy? Call us directly. We find a solution, not a script.
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