Can I cancel my hotel reservation with Booking.com?

Yes, but your ability to get a refund depends entirely on the specific rate you selected. Booking.com provides the platform, but the individual property (hotel/host) sets the rules.

2026 Cancellation Rules:

• Free Cancellation: You can cancel without any charge until a specific deadline (e.g., 24 or 48 hours before check-in). If you cancel after this, you will be charged a penalty—usually the cost of the first night or the full stay.

• Non-Refundable: These rates are cheaper but strictly non-refundable. If you cancel or don't show up, you will be charged 100% of the cost.

• Partially Refundable: A middle ground where you might recover a percentage of the total price if you cancel before a certain date.

How to cancel: Open your confirmation email or log into your account, go to "Bookings," and select the reservation you wish to cancel. If the "Cancel" button is missing, you are likely past the deadline or on a non-refundable rate.

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Can I change my Booking.com trip?

Yes, you can often modify your check-in dates, guest names, or room types, but be aware of the following:

• Self-Service: Most changes can be made through the "Manage Booking" section.

• Fees: While Booking.com doesn't charge a "change fee," the property might. Furthermore, if the new dates are more expensive, you must pay the fare difference.

• Non-Refundable Restrictions: For strictly non-refundable bookings, "Date Changes" are often technically not possible. The property may treat a date change as a cancellation and require a full new booking.

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Can I sell my own hotel reservation?

Yes! If you are stuck with a non-refundable booking and the hotel refuses a refund, you can transfer it to someone else. This is a common and legal way to recover your money.

The Name Change Process:

1. Guest Name Update: Booking.com allows you to change the Guest Name on a reservation for free.

2. No Extra Fees: Properties generally do not charge for name changes.

3. Payment Safety: Once the name is changed, the new guest can check in. You simply need to find a buyer to pay you for the room.

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What if I don't know who to transfer my booking to?

This is where Gadobo helps! If you have a non-refundable hotel room, package, or flight and no one to take your place, you can list it on our secure marketplace.

Gadobo is a peer-to-peer platform that connects you with travelers looking for last-minute deals. Instead of losing 100% of your money on a non-refundable booking, you can sell your reservation to another person securely. We provide fraud protection for both buyers and sellers to ensure every transaction is safe.

List Your Non-Refundable Booking on Gadobo today and turn your unused Booking.com reservation back into cash.