Channel manager · reference
Cloudbeds Distribution
Cloudbeds Distribution is the channel manager bundled inside Cloudbeds PMS. Direct connections to 300+ OTAs with native integration to the PMS folio and rate calendar.
Target segment
Properties on or considering Cloudbeds PMS wanting bundled channel manager without separate vendor.
Pricing
Bundled with Cloudbeds PMS subscription (no separate fee).
Source: Cloudbeds pricing
Strengths
Bundled with Cloudbeds PMS
No separate subscription or contract needed.
300+ OTAs
Strong global coverage including regional OTAs (Agoda, Despegar, MakeMyTrip).
Native PMS integration
Rate parity sync happens at the PMS level without API mapping.
Trade-offs
Only available with Cloudbeds PMS
Cannot be used standalone on a different PMS.
When to choose
Choose Cloudbeds Distribution when the property is on Cloudbeds PMS.
When to avoid
Avoid when the property is on a different PMS; SiteMinder is the better choice for standalone deployment.
Common integrations
Cloudbeds PMS, Cloudbeds Payments, Cloudbeds Engagement.
Editorial disclosure
This site is operated by Maciej Dudziak, founder of Guestivo. Guestivo is guest-journey software (not a channel manager) and is intentionally absent from /channel-managers/ recommendations.