Guides

Book Direct Mate Guides

Looking for inspiration for your next UK break or practical ideas for getting more from direct bookings? Our guides bring together useful information for both guests and independent accommodation owners.

Guides for guests

Explore destination inspiration, different types of accommodation and ideas for family holidays, romantic escapes, group stays, pet-friendly breaks, glamping trips and more. Our aim is to help you decide where to go, what kind of stay suits you and what to consider before booking.

Discover different ways to stay

Not sure whether you want a cottage, boutique hotel, B&B, lodge or something more unusual? Book Direct Mate guides can introduce different accommodation styles and help you explore the advantages of each.

Guides for property owners

Owners can explore practical content about generating more direct bookings, reducing OTA reliance, Facebook marketing, building a guest database, improving an accommodation website and accommodation SEO.

Plan, learn and discover

Browse the latest Book Direct Mate guides for ideas, practical information and inspiration, then explore the accommodation listed across the site.