About us
Accommodation, direct.
We believe the best booking experience is a direct one — guest to host, with no middleman taking a cut.
Our mission
The Stay Directory is a free global accommodation listing platform. We connect travellers directly with independent accommodation providers — hotels, B&Bs, cottages, glamping sites, cabins, villas, and more.
When you book through a large platform, a commission of 15–25% is typically added to your stay. That money goes to the platform, not the host. The Stay Directory takes a different approach: we list properties for free, guests click through to the provider's own website to book, and no commission is ever charged.
For hosts, that means more revenue per booking. For guests, that often means better prices and a more personal experience. For everyone, it means a simpler, more honest way to find and book accommodation.
For guests
Find unique stays and book directly with the host. No platform fees, no hidden charges.
Search
Browse thousands of properties by location, type, or amenity.
Discover
Read full descriptions, browse photos, and check amenities and location.
Book direct
Click 'Visit Website' to go straight to the host's own booking page.
For accommodation providers
List your property in minutes using our AI. Free forever. No commission on any booking.
Sign up free
Create your provider account in under 30 seconds. No credit card needed.
Paste your URL
Our AI scrapes your website and fills in your listing details automatically.
Go live
Review the pre-filled form, add photos, and publish. Your listing is live immediately.
What we stand for
Free forever
Basic listings will always be free. No hidden fees, no bait-and-switch.
Transparent
No dark patterns. No fake urgency. No inflated prices. Just honest listings.
Direct
We connect people. We step back. Guests and hosts deal with each other directly.