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What is an Amenity Fee?
An amenity fee is a non-optional, per-night or per-stay charge levied on guests to cover the use of specific property features and services. These can include anything from pool access and gym facilities to premium Wi-Fi and beach equipment.
Unlike the base rental rate, this fee is specifically itemized to cover the costs associated with maintaining and providing these extra perks. It is a common practice in hotels, resorts, and is becoming more prevalent in vacation rental complexes.
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How it works
Property managers or owners determine which amenities warrant a separate fee and set the price, which can be a flat rate per stay or a daily charge. The fee is disclosed to the guest during the booking process, typically as a line item in the total price breakdown, and is collected along with the rest of the rental payment. Vacation rental software like Lodgify can be configured to automatically add and itemize custom fees like this on a direct booking website.
Hosts must clearly communicate what the fee covers to manage guest expectations and prevent disputes.
Why it matters
For property managers, an amenity fee allows for a more granular pricing strategy, separating the core lodging cost from the cost of ancillary services. It provides a dedicated revenue stream to maintain, repair, and upgrade high-value amenities, which can enhance the guest experience and justify the charge.
However, it's crucial that these fees are disclosed transparently and upfront, as hidden or poorly explained fees can lead to negative reviews and damage a property's reputation. For practical guidance, see Lodgify’s Airbnb Essentials: The Ultimate Amenities Checklist.
Examples
- A beachfront condo complex charges a mandatory $30/day "resort fee" that covers access to the community pool, private beach entrance, and fitness center for all guests.
- A host with a luxury cabin featuring a game room and a sauna lists a $75 flat amenity fee per booking to cover the specialized cleaning, maintenance, and electricity usage of these features.
- An urban apartment building with short-term rentals includes a $15/night amenity fee for access to its rooftop lounge, co-working space, and business-grade internet.
- A host of a lake house bundles the use of kayaks, a paddleboat, and life vests into a single $100 per-stay amenity fee, communicating this clearly in the listing's price details.
Frequently asked questions
Is an amenity fee the same as a cleaning fee?+
Can I refuse to pay a mandatory amenity fee?+
Why don't hosts just include the amenity cost in the nightly rate?+
Are amenity fees refundable if I don't use the amenities?+
Related terms
Resort Fee
A resort fee is a mandatory daily charge levied by hotels, resorts, and some vacation rental complexes to cover a bundle of on-site amenities and services…
Cleaning Fee
A one-time charge added to a guest's reservation total to cover the cost of cleaning the property after their stay.
Extra Guest Fee
An extra guest fee is a specific charge applied for each guest who stays at a property beyond the standard number of occupants included in the base nightly…
Premium Amenity
A premium amenity is a non-essential but highly desirable feature or service in a vacation rental that enhances the guest experience and allows hosts to…