What OTAs really cost
How Much Does Booking.com Charge Hotels?
Booking.com does not publish one rate. Here is what the commission covers, what raises it, and how to find your real number.
Guides for independent hotels.
Plain-English answers on what booking platforms really cost, and how to win more direct bookings.
What OTAs really cost
How Much Does Expedia Charge Hotels?
Expedia sets your rate in your agreement. Here is what it covers, what Accelerator adds, and how to check your real cost.
What OTAs really cost
The Real Cost of an OTA Booking: 6 Costs Beyond the Commission
Six costs beyond the headline commission, with sources and a worked example that takes a 15% base rate past 30%.
Direct booking strategy
Direct Booking vs OTA: What Each Booking Really Costs a 60-Room Hotel
Worked sums for a 60-room US hotel: what moving 5, 10 or 20 points of revenue from booking sites to direct could save.
Paid and free channels
Google Free Booking Links: How to Get Your Hotel Listed for Free
Google shows your rate and sends guests to your booking page at no cost per click. Here is how a hotel gets listed.