Hotels.com debuts business travel mode, letting travelers earn rewards on work trips
Hotels.com has just rolled out a new business travel mode designed to make booking and managing work trips faster, more flexible, and more rewarding.
Quick Rebook:
Rebook preferred hotels in just a few clicks.
Personalized Business Mode:
Travelers can set preferences (refundability, breakfast, gym, star rating, nightly rate) and see pre-filtered results.
Rewards on Work Trips:
Earn points on business stays that can be redeemed for leisure travel, flights, or gift cards.
Flexible Stays:
Filter for fully refundable properties, often cancellable up to 24–48 hours before check-in.
24/7 Support:
Chat and phone assistance for booking changes.
Seamless Switching:
Toggle between leisure and business travel modes in one account.
Member Discounts:
Save up to 20% on thousands of hotels; Platinum members get deeper discounts.
VIP Access Perks:
Room upgrades and credits at select properties without needing elite status.
Business Travel Trends
- Growth: 37% of Americans travel more for work now than pre-pandemic.
- Peak Months: June and September are busiest for corporate travel.
- Top Priorities: Complimentary breakfast (49%), loyalty rewards (39%), early/late check-in (37%).
This new mode is available globally on the Hotels.com website and app starting September 1, 2026, giving self-booking business travelers a streamlined way to manage trips while maximizing rewards.
