Our values and guidelines

Respect

We expect our employees, customers and partners to treat each other with respect. We do not tolerate any form of harassment, discrimination, hate speech, manipulation, physical violence or any other threatening or abusive behaviour.

Community

While staying at a property or using other services with Booking.com, we ask you to be considerate of the surrounding community. Try to limit/minimise any noise that might disturb the neighbours, respect local laws and traditions and be mindful of your impact on the environment.

Integrity

At Booking.com, we expect our partners and customers to conduct business via our platform in an honest and professional manner, to not misrepresent themselves in any way and to respect agreements that are made with each other.

Regard for the law

Booking.com does not tolerate theft, vandalism, criminal activity or extortion. Any kind of illegal or dangerous activity may lead to having your account and/or property blocked.

Physical safety

At Booking.com, the physical safety of our customers, partners and employees is our priority. Please do not engage in or promote any activities that could bring harm to any other person or that could be classified as cruelty to animals.

Animal welfare

Animal cruelty is not tolerated by Booking.com. Guests, partners and Booking.com employees are expected to respect domestic animals and wildlife, and to provide living conditions for animals that align with our Animal Welfare Guidelines.

Personal information

Booking.com does not condone any partners or affiliates using the personal data of others in breach of our agreement and/or applicable laws.

Video and audio recording guidelines

• While using or providing services on Booking.com, be mindful of other people's personal space, and respect their privacy and their belongings. If you are staying at the hotel or at someone’s home, be respectful of their property and their house rules.
• Cameras installed at a property are only allowed in public areas and should be both visible and disclosed prior to the stay.

Your privacy

• Privacy: At Booking.com, we are committed to providing the best user experience for everybody who uses our travel services. That means that we take your privacy seriously and are committed to protecting and safeguarding your privacy in accordance with our Privacy and Cookie Statement and applicable laws.
• Keeping your data safe and secure is important to us. Booking.com therefore protects your personal data and credit card information in line with applicable laws, including the GDPR and the data security standards of the Payment Card Industry (PCI DSS).