UK / US: Hotel booking app HotelTonight has launched a new benefit allowing users to earn Airbnb credit for every stay booked through its app, as part of its HT Perks loyalty programme.
The feature, now available to guests in the UK and US, gives travellers 10 per cent of the booking value back in Airbnb credit, excluding taxes and fees. Credits are valid for one year from the stay date and can be redeemed on any future Airbnb booking.
To access the credit, guests connect their Airbnb account after checking out via HotelTonight. Any future bookings will then generate credits automatically, allowing frequent travellers to accumulate savings over time.
The move is designed to offer “the best of both worlds” by combining discounted hotel stays with the flexibility of Airbnb. It caters to a growing group of hybrid travellers who mix hotel and short-term rental stays across business and leisure trips.
The new perk builds on HotelTonight’s existing HT Perks programme, which offers exclusive discounts based on user spend. The programme has no blackout dates and lets users retain their tier status as they unlock more rewards over time.
Founded in 2010, HotelTonight is known for offering last-minute and same-day hotel deals via its mobile app, often at discounts of up to 30 per cent compared to other platforms. Airbnb acquired HotelTonight back in 2019. Its new offering positions it to compete more directly with platforms blending traditional and alternative accommodation.
Ron Sandel, general manager at HotelTonight, said in a launch statement: “HotelTonight has always been about delivering the best price and overwhelming value. With this new offering, our guests don’t need to compromise between accommodation options. All of their hotel stays, whether for business or leisure, can go towards future Airbnb stays, giving travellers more value and options for upcoming trips.”
