There are many benefits in booking direct through a hotel, resort, Bed and Breakfast, vacation rental or cabin. Here are some of the reasons why booking direct can not only save you money but make your stay easier and more enjoyable:
- When you book through a 3rd party booking engine, or OTA (online travel agency), like Expedia, Hotels.com, Booking.com, TripAdvisor, Priceline, Airbnb, VRBO, and others, those agencies charge the property a substantial commission. The property then raises their rates on the OTA to make up the difference, essentially passing on that fee to the guest. When you book directly through the property you will get the best rate available, and avoid higher prices, saving you money.
- OTAs often add extra hidden fees for them to generate even more money. When you book direct you can ask about any additional fees, and avoid the the extra “junk fees” that OTAs charge.
- When you book through an OTA you don’t have the personal communication you would have with the property directly. You have to go through the OTA to get in touch with the property for any questions you may have, causing extra time and hassle. When you book direct through the property you will be able to ask questions prior to making a reservation, during the booking process, and any questions you may have prior to your stay.
- The property may have specials or promotions that aren’t listed on the OTA’s website. When you visit the property’s website you may be able to see their current specials or promotions, or ask about them when you call the property. Another way to save even more money.
- Ask the property if they have any loyalty perks such as repeat guest discounts
- The property may have packages you can add on such as romance or activity packages, which you won’t be able to see or add when on an OTA website.
- OTAs make it extremely difficult if you need to cancel or change your plans. The property is much more willing to work with you quickly and efficiently to help find a solution and make it as seamless as possible to cancel or change a reservation.
If you want to have a better guest experience and save money, book direct through the property and your booking process and stay will be more enjoyable.
Check our availability and book your stay in the Pikes Peak Guest Cabin at Rocky Mountain Lodge today. Check out our Specials and Packages and enhance your stay with a romance or activity add on.
