FirstGuest connects independent hotels with travelers who specifically seek out non-chain stays. We exist to help you compete without paying 15–25% to Booking.com or Expedia.
Free for independent properties. We'll be in touch within 24 hours.
We'll review your property and be in touch within 24 hours at the email you provided.
Tell us where you want to go and what kind of stay you like. We'll match you with suitable FirstGuest hotel offers as the network opens in each destination.
Share your destination and travel style. We'll send matching hotels when available.
We'll look for relevant independent hotel offers and follow up by email.
We're checking the current FirstGuest inventory.
Submit your property details above. We review every application manually to ensure quality — typically within 24 hours.
You control your rates, availability, and how you're presented. No forced discounts, no rate parity clauses.
Travelers book directly with you. No middleman. Every reservation goes straight to your inbox.
No commissions. Ever. What you earn on a direct booking through FirstGuest is what you pocket — no deductions at checkout.
Our guests are specifically looking for independent, character-driven stays. They don't want a Marriott. They want you.
No contracts, no exclusivity, no minimum terms. List with us alongside any other channel you use. Cancel any time.
Update your availability from a single dashboard. Bookings arrive by email. No complex integrations required to get started.
Yes. Listing your property on FirstGuest is completely free. We don't charge per booking, per month, or per room. We're building the network — right now your priority is getting great independent hotels in front of travelers, not charging you for it.
People who specifically don't want chain hotels. They're searching for character, local ownership, and a stay that reflects where they actually are. They tend to book earlier, stay longer, and leave better reviews than OTA traffic.
Independent boutique hotels, guesthouses, riads, ryokans, eco-lodges, converted estates — anything with genuine character that isn't owned or operated by a chain. If you're reading this, you probably qualify.
No. List with us alongside any channel you already use. There are no exclusivity requirements. Many hotels use FirstGuest to grow their direct booking share gradually, without abandoning existing channels overnight.
We review every application manually within 24 hours. We'll email you at the address you provide with next steps or any questions about your property.