What Are Travel Industry Staff Rates? A Guide for Travel agents
Learn what travel industry staff rates are, how they work, and how travel agents can access exclusive hotel discounts worldwide.
If you work in the travel sector, you've likely heard of travel industry staff rates — but what exactly are they, and how do they benefit travel agents?
This guide explains everything you need to know.
Understanding Travel Industry Hotel Rates
Travel industry staff rates are discounted hotel prices offered exclusively to verified professionals within the travel sector.
Hotels provide these rates to:
Build stronger relationships with agents
Encourage product familiarity
Reward travel professionals
Unlike public discounts, these are negotiated industry-only deals.
How Much Can Travel Agents Save?
Savings vary depending on:
Destination
Season
Hotel category
However, staff travel rates can often provide:
20–60% savings compared to public pricing
Reduced rates
Exclusive access to boutique properties and tours
In many cases, travel agent rates beat direct hotel pricing.
Popular Destinations for UK Travel Agents
Travel agents frequently use staff rates to visit:
Experiencing destinations personally helps improve sales performance and credibility.
Are Staff Rates Available for Family or Friends?
Rates are extended to companions included in the booking. This allows travel professionals to share savings while still benefiting from industry pricing. Where this rule doesn’t apply, it will be clearly shown.
How to Access Staff Travel Discounts in the UK
To access genuine travel industry hotel rates, agents can register with Staff Travel Club where they verify your industry status.
Learn more about accessing exclusive travel agent hotel discounts here.