Booking direct: a practical guide
On NearFor you contact hotels and B&Bs directly through the contact details each property publishes: you arrange the booking with the property, and NearFor charges no booking commission. Here's how to do it right.
What to ask before you write
- Exact room type and dates
- Cancellation terms set by the property itself, not a middleman
- What's included (breakfast, parking, pets)
How to get in touch
For detailed requests or larger groups, email is handy because you have everything in writing.
How to protect yourself
Always get written confirmation of price, dates and terms before paying a deposit, and avoid transfers to accounts that don't match the property's own name.
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