Google Hotel is a tool that allows you to display your accommodation directly in Google search results and on Google Maps. By integrating BedBooking with Google Hotel, you can promote your listings from the Reservation system to millions of potential guests around the world, increasing your visibility and chances of direct bookings.
Some of the OTA portals, such as Booking.com, are integrated with Google Hotel. This allows you to search for a property on Google Maps, check rates, and go to that portal to make a reservation. With BedBooking's integration with Google Hotel, your property will also show rates for nights made directly through the BedBooking Reservation system. By using lower rates than, for example, Booking.com, you can encourage your guests to make a reservation directly with you, so you will be able to create a more competitive offer and save on the commission of the respective portal.
Who is the integration of BedBooking with Google Hotel for?
Google Hotel integration is available for properties that meet the following criteria:
- Front Office: The facility must have a reception area where guests can come from the street without prior reservation. The property must have a person who welcomes guests on site, such as the owner, manager or receptionist.
- Minimum length of stay: Not to exceed 7 days.
- Permanent walls and plumbing: The facility must have permanent walls and plumbing, i.e., access to water and sewage.
In effect, these requirements are usually met by object types such as:
- Hotels
- Motels
- Hostels
- Resorts
- Shelters
- Holiday parks
- Campsites
Short-term rental facilities such as apartments, chalets, villas, houses or bungalows usually do not meet these requirements. Integration for Vacation Rentals is also planned in the future, but its introduction depends on Google.