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Booking made without intermediaries, directly with the hotel, often through its own website or reservation system. Hotels use it to maintain full rate control and customer relations.

Third-party websites that aggregate hotel options and allow customers to book various travel services. Hotels use them as they provide a wide reach and increased visibility.

Networks that enable automated transactions between travel service providers and travel agencies. Hotels use GDS to distribute their inventory to a global travel audience.

Platforms that compare and display prices from various OTAs and sometimes direct booking channels. Hotels can use metasearch engines to drive customers to their direct booking channels.

Entities that buy hotel rooms in bulk and sell them to travel agencies or OTAs at a discounted rate. Hotels use wholesalers to offload large room quantities, usually in low seasons.

Applications for mobile devices that facilitate reservation-making. Hotels can offer exclusive deals and enhance customer service through their own apps.

Traditional booking method via phone calls. Hotels use this channel for personalized service and to cater to non-tech-savvy guests.

Professionals who arrange travel for individuals or groups. Hotels give commissions to travel agents to encourage them to book clients in their properties.

Agreements between hotels and businesses for accommodation needs. Hotels use them to secure steady business from corporate clients.