How Transportation Platforms Are Earning More Through Hotels

You have one goal as a transportation company: move people. 

So it may seem counterintuitive when I say: What if you could help people stay?

(While gaining a brand new revenue stream, of course.)

A small toggle under your search bar that says “Find my accommodation” or “Search for hotels” might seem like just another UI element in the mix. But companies using this method (with the right partner) are unlocking massive value while their core business keeps running smoothly.

How the tab under toggle works (and how it’s driving results)

Here's how it works:

1. A user searches for a trip.
   
   
2. They leave the toggle set to “Find my accommodation.”
   
   
3. A new tab opens in the background with hotel options.
   
   
4. The user continues booking transportation, undisturbed.
   
   
5. Once done, they exit out of their current tab to find the new tab waiting, and start shopping for a stay.
   
   

This subtle detail of the background tab is what makes the difference if you’re worried about interrupting the user from the main purchase flow. The accommodation experience is waiting after the primary goal is met. The primary user journey is the exact same, but you’ve added a new monetization opportunity seamlessly.

With the timing of this approach, you’re helping your travelers after they’ve completed the core transaction, which means:

• No impact on transportation sales
  
  
• High-intent travel context preserved
  
  
• A natural next step for the user
  
  

Integrating Stay22’s Tab Under was fast, easy, and required minimal development effort. It went live in hours and delivered immediate results. Within the first month, it drove thousands of accommodation bookings and a strong double-digit uplift in affiliate revenue. Most importantly, it had zero impact on our booking flow or the user experience our customers expect, even on mobile.

- Michael Cvitkovic, VP of Product, Traveling.com

Stay22’s smart redirection: What is it and why does it matter?

While some transportation companies have direct relationships with OTAs (online travel agencies, like Expedia or Booking.com), that doesn’t guarantee success. In fact, locking yourself into a single provider can hinder your ability to serve your global customers, with different preferences and brand perceptions. 

That’s where Stay22 can make all the difference.

Stay22 uses machine learning to automatically direct users to the most suitable OTA site, based on a variety of factors, including location, device type, and more. No guesswork. 

The results?

• 25% increase in accommodation conversion rate compared to a single OTA
  
  
• No need to manage multiple affiliate relationships. We handle the complexity
  
  
• Complete tracking transparency
  
  

Is This Right for You?

If you’re a transportation brand with no accommodation offering, you’re likely leaving money on the table.

This solution is right for you if:

• You want to find new revenue with zero disruption to your core business.
  
  
• You don't have time to build or maintain your own accommodation system.
  
  
• You need something low-lift but high-return.
  
  
• You care about making money without making more work.
  

Let’s Talk

If you're ready to unlock a new and passive revenue source from your traffic without disrupting your core user flow, let’s chat.

When travelers go from getting there to staying there, you should be the one helping them - and benefiting from it.