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Google Search Changes Threaten Direct Hotel Bookings

European Union Digital Markets Act compliance has led Google to prioritize online travel agencies over direct hotel listings in search results. Hoteliers must adapt to potential traffic drops of up to 30% by reinforcing website conversion and first-party data strategies.

Key Takeaways

  1. 1DMA compliance updates have reduced free direct booking clicks to European hotels by up to 30%.
  2. 2Google's updated search architecture grants greater visibility to intermediaries like Expedia and Booking.com.
  3. 3Hoteliers are urged to strengthen mobile conversion rates, local search profiles, and first-party data capture.

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