Hotels.com cash back rates
Verified 2026-10-01Compare rates across Rakuten and Mr Rebates to get the most back at Hotels.com.
Shopping tips
Right now Rakuten pays the most for Hotels.com, at 10%. Cash back on travel bookings usually posts after your trip is completed, not at the time of booking. Activate the link before you start shopping; cash back sites can't credit a purchase that started before you clicked through.
FAQ
How do I get Hotels.com cash back?
Click activate on Rakuten's 10% offer above, then shop at Hotels.com like normal - the cash back tracks itself once your order goes through.
Which site pays the most for Hotels.com?
Rakuten, at 10%. That can change, so with 2 providers tracked here for Hotels.com, it's worth a quick check before anything big.
Is it "cash back" or "cashback"?
Both spellings mean the same thing. We write it as "cash back" (two words) throughout this Hotels.com comparison, but you'll often see "cashback" (one word) used interchangeably elsewhere - so search however feels natural to you.