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Who is Booking.com?

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Written by Sandra Álvarez
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Founded in 1996, Booking.com has established itself as a global leader in online bookings for accommodations.

  • Over a million properties registered in 225 countries

  • Available in more than 40 languages

  • More than 1.5 million rooms booked daily

What started as a primarily hotel-focused portal now includes family apartments, chalets, and luxury villas. Their proposition is clear: guarantee the best price for every type of property, from a modest studio to a five-star suite.


Before connecting with Booking.com

Before setting up the connection with Channel PRO, it's important to complete two preliminary steps:

  1. Have a direct agreement with Booking.com: you must contact them to formalize your account as a partner.

  2. Obtain your Legal Entity ID: this number identifies your Booking.com account (not each property). You will find it in your extranet, and if it doesn't exist, you must request it from Booking.com.

👉 Helpful tip: without these requirements, the connection won't be possible. Make sure to resolve them in advance to avoid delaying activation.


Key commercial information

  • Booking.com operates on a commission per confirmed booking basis.

  • All bookings are processed as Instant Booking. There is no option for manual approval: every request you receive will be confirmed from the start.


Quick checklist

Before starting the connection, verify that:

  • You have contacted Booking.com and have an active agreement

  • You have the Legal Entity ID for your account

  • Your accommodations are created in Channel PRO

  • You agree to work under the Instant Booking model


Frequently Asked Questions

Can I connect to Booking.com without a direct contract?
No. It is essential to have an agreement with Booking.com before activating the connection in Channel PRO.

Where can I find my Legal Entity ID?
In your Booking.com extranet. If it doesn't appear, you must request it from the portal's support.

Can bookings be managed under request?
No. Booking.com only allows instant bookings, all confirmed immediately.

How is the commission calculated?
The commission is applied only to confirmed bookings. Its percentage varies according to your contract with Booking.com.

What types of properties can I list?
From family apartments to chalets and villas. Booking.com accepts a wide variety of accommodations, as long as they meet their quality and availability requirements.


Conclusion

Connecting your business to Booking.com through Channel PRO opens the door to millions of travelers worldwide, with the assurance that management will be quick, clear, and centralized. Now that you know the requirements and conditions, the next step is to activate the connection in Channel PRO to start receiving instant bookings without complications.


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