Retreat & Be vs Booking.com: Which is better for your retreat?

What our hosts say

Frequently asked questions

Can retreat hosts use both Booking.com and Retreat & Be?

Yes, many hosts list on multiple platforms. However, Retreat & Be provides specialized tools (curriculum management, community building, live streaming, wellness advertising) that make it the primary operational home for serious retreat businesses, while Booking.com may be used as a supplementary visibility channel.

Why does Booking.com charge higher commissions than Retreat & Be?

Booking.com's commission structure (15-18%) reflects the operational costs of a generalist platform serving 28 million properties. Retreat & Be's 12% rate is possible because of our wellness-only focus and more efficient operational model. Over a year, this difference can represent thousands of euros in additional revenue for retreat hosts.

Does Booking.com have tools for retreat curriculum management?

No. Booking.com is an accommodation booking platform. It does not offer curriculum builders, live streaming, community features, or any of the specialist tools that retreat organizers need to run multi-day wellness programs.

Which platform is better for discovering wellness retreats as a guest?

Retreat & Be. On Booking.com, wellness retreats are mixed with hotels, apartments, and hostels, making discovery difficult. Retreat & Be's entire search and recommendation engine is optimized for the retreat seeker experience — type, duration, budget, language, and wellness goals.