Why Book Directly with Casa de la Risa? (Hint: You'll Save at Least 10%)

If you first found Casa de la Risa on Airbnb, you might have noticed that booking platforms add significant fees - sometimes for you as a guest, and always to us as hosts. The good news? You don't have to use them.

When you book directly through our website at casadelarisa.com, you save at least 10% compared to the Airbnb price - and often more. Here's exactly why we think direct booking is better for everyone.

YOU SAVE MONEY - GUARANTEED

Airbnb adds a guest service fee of typically 14-16% on top of the nightly rate, plus VAT. When you book directly with us, that fee disappears entirely. On a week's stay at Casa de la Risa, that can easily save you several hundred euros - money better spent on dinners by the marina, a polo match, or a round at Valderrama.

We guarantee our direct rate is always at least 10% lower than our Airbnb listing.

YOUR PAYMENT IS JUST AS SECURE

One of the reasons people use Airbnb is the peace of mind around payment. We completely understand that. That's why our direct booking system uses the same level of secure, encrypted payment processing - powered by Stripe - so you get all the financial protection with none of the extra fees.

YOU DEAL DIRECTLY WITH US - JON & BETTINA

When you book through Airbnb, your communication goes through a platform. When you book directly, you're talking to us - the owners who care deeply about Casa de la Risa and want every guest to have an exceptional stay.

That means we can answer your specific questions, discuss any requirements, make recommendations and make sure everything is perfect for your trip. We know the house and Sotogrande inside out, and we're always happy to share recommendations for restaurants, activities, and local hidden gems through our fantastic Digital Guidebook which we can share with you easily when you book with us directly. Airbnb deliberately makes sharing information such as a Guidebook with Guests difficult.

FLEXIBILITY THAT PLATFORMS CAN'T OFFER

Have a specific request? A large group? Celebrating a special occasion? When you book directly, we can have a real conversation about your stay. Platforms have rigid rules - we don't.

HOW TO BOOK DIRECTLY

It couldn't be simpler. Visit www.casadelarisa.com, select your dates, and complete your booking securely online. If you have any questions first, just get in touch - we'd love to hear from you.

We look forward to welcoming you to Casa de la Risa in Sotogrande.

Jon & Bettina

Owners, Casa de la Risa