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 service fees depend on the active host plan and signed contract, so hosts should compare their actual plan terms against Booking.com before forecasting annual revenue.

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.