Booking.com for Hotels | 12 Reasons It’s Still Worth the Commission in 2025

Описание: 💬 Is Booking.com still worth it in 2025?

In this video, I give you 12 solid reasons why hotels should be listed on Booking.com — even with the commission fees.

From global reach and SEO power, to customer support and the billboard effect, this video breaks down what Booking.com really does behind the scenes — and why it remains one of the most powerful platforms for hotel visibility.

✅ Perfect for hoteliers comparing cost-per-acquisition vs OTA commission
✅ Great for GMs, revenue managers, distribution teams, and owners
✅ Whether you’re already listed or just exploring the idea

📚 What you'll learn:
• How Booking.com drives exposure (map listings, SEO, retargeting)
• Why “free registration” isn’t just a gimmick
• The truth about service fees (or lack thereof)
• Their tech, AB testing, and why it matters
• What the Billboard Effect really is — and why it still exists

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🧠 About Me:
I’m Richard Bedenham, Director of PrimalRMS — part of the webhotelier | primalres group. I’ve worked with independent hotels and groups across EMEA, helping shape commercial strategy, RMS implementation, and distribution performance.

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📝 Disclaimer: This video reflects personal views and industry experience. Always evaluate platforms in the context of your full commercial stack.

0:00 Introduction
0:38 RICHARD BEDENHAM
2:37 Large global audience
2:50 100% free registration
2:59 Multilingual Support
3:10 No guest service fees
3:29 Simple how it works
3:44 Search engines
3:59 Google maps
4:08 Airlines & Flights
4:23 Influencers & Articles
4:36 Marketing & Tech Innovation
5:22 The billboard effect
5:53 Conversion orientated
6:46 Customer & tech support
7:58 IS IT WORTH THE COMMISSION?
8:25 QUESTION TIME!