The Secret to Saving on Your Next Stay

Why Booking Direct Saves You Money and puts money back in your piggy bank!

If you’ve ever booked a vacation rental through Airbnb or VRBO, you’re not alone—they’ve made travel planning incredibly convenient. But here’s something most travelers don’t realize: those platforms charge you extra. In fact, by booking through them, you’re often paying 15–20% more than you need to.

At LJ Vacation Rentals, we offer the same high-quality stays you’ll find on Airbnb or VRBO—but when you book directly through our website, you skip the third-party fees and put those savings right back in your pocket.

Why Does Booking Direct Cost Less?

Airbnb and VRBO charge guest service fees, which can quickly add up to hundreds of dollars—on top of the nightly rate and cleaning fee. When you book through our website, those fees don’t exist. You pay only for your stay, and you still receive the same personal care, high standards, and responsive communication that make our rentals top-rated.

Tip: How to Find a Host’s Direct Booking Site

If you’re browsing Airbnb or VRBO and love a property, check the listing description. Many hosts (including us) include the company name, in the property description, like “LJ Vacation Rentals”, Google it. With a little effort, you might find their direct booking site and save a significant amount of money.

However, please note: we will never communicate through Airbnb or VRBO about our direct booking website—this is highly discouraged by those platforms, and rightly so. We respect and appreciate Airbnb and VRBO—they provide incredible exposure and support for both travelers and hosts. If you feel more comfortable booking through them, we completely encourage you to do so. This is simply an opportunity to save some money if you’re open to it.

Bottom Line

Booking direct with LJ Vacation Rentals means:

• You save 15–20% instantly.
• You deal directly with your host, not a call center.
• You enjoy the same incredible homes, curated for comfort, style, and location.
• You support a small business committed to personalized guest experiences.

Next time you’re planning a trip to Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri or beautiful Colorado Springs, Colorado, booking direct could mean more in your pocket—and the same 5-star stay, 7-star experience you’ve come to expect.