.hotels Domain
.hotels is a gTLD delegated in 2017 and managed by Booking.com B.V. for its own commercial and branding purposes, with no registration process open to third parties.
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About the .HOTELS domain
What is the .HOTELS domain?
During the ICANN application process, this extension (along with variants like .hotel, .hoteis, or .hoteles) drew opposition from the Hotel Consumer Protection Coalition, a group representing over 25,000 hotels in more than 100 countries, concerned about a single booking platform controlling generic extensions for the sector. Booking.com keeps .hotels reserved for its own commercial and branding purposes, with no registration process open to hotels, hotel chains, or third parties in general.
.hotels is an extension managed by Booking.com for its own commercial and branding purposes, with no registration process open to third parties. The original application drew opposition from the Hotel Consumer Protection Coalition, representing over 25,000 hotels in more than 100 countries. It is not available for public registration. Contact our team if you need guidance on alternatives for your project.
Uses of .HOTELS
Who is the .HOTELS domain for?
These are the most common situations where .HOTELS is the ideal extension.
Booking.com's internal commercial use
The actual use of this extension, tied to the booking platform's brand strategy.
Not available to outside hotels or chains
Unlike other extensions in the hotel sector, this one remains closed to third parties.
.HOTELS vs other extensions
Which extension suits you best?
Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .HOTELS with the most common alternatives to help you choose.
| Extension | Best for | Restrictions | Registration price |
|---|---|---|---|
| .hotels This page | Exclusive use by Booking.com | Not available to third parties | Not available |
| .hotel | Hotels, chains, and industry associations (a different extension) | Verification of a tie to the hotel sector | Inquire |
Registration process
How to register your .HOTELS domain at miHosting
Check availability
Type the name you want in the search bar. We show you in seconds whether it's available or if you need to look for alternatives.
Complete registration
Fill in the registrant details and choose whether to add hosting. The entire process takes less than 5 minutes.
Your domain is live
Within minutes your .HOTELS domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the .HOTELS domain
Can I register a .hotels domain?
No, this extension is reserved for Booking.com's commercial purposes, with no registration process open to third parties.
Why did this extension become controversial?
The Hotel Consumer Protection Coalition, representing thousands of hotels, opposed a booking platform controlling generic extensions for the sector.
Is .hotels the same as .hotel?
No, they are different extensions: .hotel is managed by a different registry and aimed specifically at the hotel sector.
Who manages the .hotels domain?
Booking.com B.V., based in Amsterdam. It was delegated to the root zone on April 3, 2017.
What alternative does miHosting recommend for a hotel business?
Consider the .hotel extension (if you meet its requirements) or a generic extension like .com. Contact our team to weigh your options.
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