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The hidden cost of rate disparity: OTAs undercutting hotels responsible for 50% rise in Cost Per Click (CPC)

Hotel Speak

Analysis of 27million Cost per Click (CPC) impressions shows hotels are forced to pay an average of 47% more per click than if they offered the lowest nightly rate on their own website, a study by global hotel technology specialist SHR shows 1. more per click at $0.89 (0.73).

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Impact of New DMA legislation: Future of Google + Hotels in Europe

Hotel Speak

Unlike CPC (Cost Per Click) models, these listings are displayed for free, with their positioning determined dynamically by search algorithms, similar to classic SEO. In fact, weve also seen the cost per click (CPC) decrease by up to 30% since the DMA came in, driven by less intense competition for more available ad space.

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Paid Search Test: Google Ads For Hotel Restaurants

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Each restaurant was managed by and located on-site at a different upscale boutique hotel, with previous brand awareness varying between locations. During this paid search test, each property ran two separate dining campaigns: Brand Terms and Market Terms (Non-Brand Terms). Restaurant In Park City, UT” and “Rooftop Bar Near Me”).

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How secondary OTAs are disrupting hotel rate strategy

Hospitality Today

For independent and boutique hotels without big-brand muscle, the problem is particularly acute. Independent hotels are most vulnerable: Without brand power or chain-level marketing, independent hotels face more pressure when their rates exceed market averages.

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The Secrets to Running a High-Performing Amazon Advertising Campaign

Social Hospitality

They allow brands to reach potential customers on the world’s largest online marketplace. Sponsored Products, Sponsored Brands, and Sponsored Display ads are some of the various advertising formats that marketers can use to target customers based on their search terms, interests, and behaviors.

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How To Choose Marketing KPIs

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This KPI doesn’t tell you anything about follow-through, but it does give you a general sense of brand reach. Clicks Driving people to your site is a step above showing them your ad. Actively engaging with your content makes your hotel more memorable, making clicks a slightly more accurate representation of awareness than impressions.

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The Most Profitable Marketing Channels for Hotels

Travelboom Marketing

We’ve detailed the most profitable marketing channels for hotels to help you reduce costs, improve performance and increase your bottom line. Profitable Marketing Channels for Hotels CPC Marketing for Hotels Cost-per-click advertising can attract and retain customers , as well as introduce your brand to a new audience.