Distribution channel · reference
Trip.com
Trip.com Group operates Trip.com (international), Ctrip (China), Skyscanner (metasearch) and Qunar (China). Dominant in APAC and the standard channel for Chinese-origin demand.
Target segment
Independent hotels with significant Chinese or broader APAC inbound demand.
Pricing
Commission per booking, typically 15-18% for hospitality partners.
Source: Trip.com partners
Strengths
Chinese market access
Standard channel for Chinese-origin demand globally.
Multi-brand reach
Single integration covers Trip.com, Ctrip and partially Skyscanner.
Trade-offs
Smaller Western reach
For Western-only inbound demand, Trip.com is marginal.
When to choose
Independent hotels in any region wanting Chinese-origin demand exposure.
When to avoid
Properties with no Chinese-origin demand can deprioritise.
Common integrations
Major channel managers; particularly tight in APAC-tuned PMSes.
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