aroom
Aussie-Owned Direct OTA
Hi mate, the wait is finally over!
Aussie-owned Direct OTA with incredibly low fees is coming soon.
It’s Time to Unite and Fight Back!
Frankie J Holden (OAM)
Our Approach
Direct. Simple. Aussie
Revolutionise Online Booking
Say No to High Commissions:
Break free from the 15-20% commissions charged by overseas OTAs.
With aroom, operators enjoy a low 3% transaction fee, retaining more revenue and offering better rates to travellers.
One-Stop Direct Booking
Simple and Transparent:
aroom’s platform consolidates thousands of hotel booking websites into one, allowing travellers to find and book accommodations directly. Enjoy transparent pricing, direct booking benefits, and seamless communication with operators.
Boost Local Economy
Keep Billions in Australia:
By supporting aroom, over $2 billion remains within the local economy.
Our platform empowers Australian accommodation operators, strengthening the national economy and contributing to a more resilient tourism industry.
How It Works
Direct. Simple. Aussie
Listing
List your properties like on other OTAs, but offer direct rates and exclusive benefits.
Booking
Receive booking details as usual, but manage the payment process yourself.
Customer
Own the customer relationship and handle all requests and communication directly.
What You Get
For every booking made through aroom, save up to 80% in commissions compared to overseas OTAs—plus, maintain direct customer relationships.
Backed by Accommodation Australia (AA) & Key Industry Stakeholders
Supported by the industry’s top stakeholders and hundreds of operators, aroom empowers local businesses and keeps revenue in Australia.
Anchor Revenue Down Under
Keep profits local, strengthen Aussie businesses
Unified Platform
Years Preparation
Million Investment
Partners
Local Operators
%
Aussie
Our Promises
We’re proudly Australian—owned and operated by locals who understand and protect the interests of the industry.
100% Aussie-Owned & Operated
aroom’s constitution prohibits foreign takeovers, ensuring we remain Australian-owned and independent.
Governed by Industry Stakeholders
Backed and guided by key industry experts and stakeholders, we prioritise the interests of the industry.
Simple Pricing
Your business, your choice. It’s your right to decide how you use an online booking platform.
Aussie
use aroom same as your direct booking engine- Offer direct or best rate
- Place aroom’s Travel & Tech magazine in the room
- Place aroom’s table tent in the room
- Own the customer relationship, providing direct services and communication with guests
- Register by 31 December 2024, or if you’re a client of HostPlus, Red Energy, CRE Brokers, Tourism Brokers, or a member of AA.
Foreigner
Use aroom as an agent- Offer the same rate as other OTAs
- Opt out of aroom’s Travel & Tech Magazine
- Opt out of aroom’s table tent
- Register after 31 December 2024
Take Back Control with aroom
Regain control of your bookings, reduce fees, and keep your profits local.
Join aroom today and put your business back in your hands.
Hear from Your Neighbour Operators
aroom’s mission is backed by strong support from Aussie operators, united in keeping business local and independent.
Excellent Work!
I think this could be a brilliant idea as a lot of accommodation is really fed up with the high commission rates we are forced to pay. the OTAs at times manipulate rates so they end up less than our own website. very annoying. if you can get this up and running I think it will be well supported
Eager to be involved!
Excellent initiative that I would be eager to be involved with. My group paid OTAs more the $4m in commissions last year.
I like to contribute too!
This is something we have been waiting for long time. I am also a programmer myself and I have even considered to develop a OTA myself. I strongly support this OTA and would like to contribute to the program if need.
Totally support you
Please go for this. Hard to complete with the big players but we would totally support you. Looking forward to see what you come up with