The Best Place To Book Hotels In China
You’ve got your visa sorted, booked that lengthy flight, and decided on your itinerary, now it is time to book your hotels, but, where do you start?
Normally when booking accommodation my go-to would be Booking.com but when it comes to China there is another website that reigns supreme.
Let me introduce you to Trip.com it is not only the best place for hotels but you can also book your flights, trains and attractions all in one place.
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Why Trip.com over everything else?
Local expertise: Trip.com is based in China, which means they have an insider’s perspective on the best places to stay. They offer fantastic deals and discounts that you might not find elsewhere. Plus, their customer service knows China like the back of their hand!
When it comes to smaller cities, not every hotel in China accepts foreign guests. When this has happened to us in the past, Trip.com has helped us find alternative accommodation nearby quickly and efficiently.
Comprehensive listings: From luxurious five-star hotels to cosy little guesthouses, Trip.com has it all. Whether you want to splurge on a night in Shanghai or find a budget-friendly spot in a quaint village, you’ll find a plethora of options. Because the app is based in China they also have a Chinese version which means that more local guesthouses can be available to everyone. If you use a Western website there won’t be as much choice as locals won’t be able to use it.
Easy to use: Navigating through Trip.com is easy. They not only have accommodation in China but all around the world. You can book a night in an airport hotel before your flight, at your layover and in China all on the same app. But don’t stop there you can also book your flights, trains and activities which means your whole itinerary can be in one place.
They price match: If you find a cheaper price elsewhere they will refund you the difference. (I haven’t tried this yet because they have always been the cheapest option but it says it does it online.)
Map view: Sometimes it can be hard to know if you are looking for a hotel in the right area so you can use their map view to check the location of the hotel.
Great selection of filters: Use the filters to narrow down your choices by price, star rating, amenities, and more. You can also sort the results by distance, popularity, or best deals.
Honest reviews: Trip.com rewards its users when they leave a review as part of its loyalty program (see below). This means people are more willing to share their thoughts, both good and bad.
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Trip.com Perks
Trip coins: Every time you book something on Trip.com you earn ‘coins’ which you can then use on other bookings so you can save some money. The more you book the more you save. You can earn coins from booking hotels, flights and even writing reviews.
Loyalty program: As well as earning and saving with coins when you sign up for their free loyalty program you can get other savings and perks. More savings off hotels, free airport lounge access and more.
Extras: When you book your hotel, Trip.com will also show you extra things you can do nearby, attractions, experiences and tours. A lot of these mini guides and reviews are created like mini blog posts by actual users. This means you can see the best things to do in places with real case studies and reviews.
24/7 Customer support: Travel hiccups can happen, and when they do, Trip.com’s customer support is there for you around the clock. They’re friendly, efficient, and ready to help with anything. We have had to use it a few times and our problems have always been solved.
So, if you want an easy place to book all of your China travel and hotels then Trip.com is the best place for it. It will forever be my go-to when booking things in China and where I would recommend anyone to start their planning journey.
But… if you do need some extra help planning your itinerary for your China trip then get in touch
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*This post is not sponsored I genuinely love this website and use it all the time. I am however an affiliate with Trip.com so if you do use one of my links to book I may earn a small commission which will be no extra cost to your booking.