SpareRoom is currently free for everyone — both hosts and guests. There are no listing fees, no subscription charges, and no commission taken from any arrangement.
For guests
Searching for rooms, contacting hosts, and using all messaging features is completely free.
For hosts
Creating a listing and appearing in search results is free. All features are available to all hosts at no cost.
No commission
We do not take any commission from payments made between guests and hosts. Any financial arrangement is made directly and privately between the two parties.
Will it stay free? We may introduce optional paid features in future — for example, early access to new listings or enhanced visibility. Any paid options will always be optional. Core access to the site will remain free.