Direct Hotel Net Rates
Access competitive direct hotel rates without traditional wholesale markups on eligible direct-contract inventory.
For Distributors
Your Next Supply Advantage Starts Here.
Direct Hotel Rates. Global Inventory. One Integration.
Access directly contracted hotels across Asia and global accommodation supply through KabuK Exchange. Combine the commercial flexibility of direct hotel relationships with the operational simplicity of a unified travel distribution platform.
Diagram: directly contracted hotels and hotel groups in Asia, plus wholesalers, OTAs acting as suppliers and other travel suppliers, reach your platform through one integration with KabuK Exchange. KabuK Platform sits beneath KabuK Exchange as its technology foundation.
Direct supply in Asia
- Hotels
- Hotel Groups
Connected global inventory
- Wholesalers
- OTAs Acting as Suppliers
- Other Travel Suppliers
Network processes
- Content & Mapping
- Availability
- Pricing
- Booking
You
- Your platformOTA · Agency · Travel app · Wholesaler · Membership platform
Foundation
Powered by KabuK Platform
KBKx is designed to bring multiple supply sources to you through one partnership, rather than a separate relationship with each.
Why Distributors Choose KabuK Exchange
A Wholesaler with Benefits.
The commercial advantages of eligible direct hotel relationships, combined with the connectivity and convenience of a modern travel wholesaler.
Transparent Commercial Terms
No setup or recurring integration fees. Straightforward, transaction-based commercial arrangements designed around your business.
Specific commercial terms are agreed individually with each partner.
Your Brand. Your Relationships.
For eligible bookings with participating directly contracted hotels, maintain brand visibility and explore opportunities for direct hotel relationships and exclusive commercial arrangements.
Unified Global Supply
Access directly contracted hotel inventory and international accommodation sources through one integration.
Simplified Operations
Reduce the complexity of managing multiple supplier APIs, content normalization, booking workflows, and financial operations.
Direct hotel rates and brand visibility apply to eligible bookings at participating directly contracted hotels.
Different Ways to Access Hotel Supply
Direct Contracting Benefits Without the Traditional Complexity
Traditional direct contracting can require individual hotel negotiations, technical integrations, content management, booking infrastructure, and operational support. KabuK Exchange brings key distribution capabilities together through a unified platform.
Traditional direct contracting
- Individual hotel negotiations
- Technical integrations
- Content management
- Booking infrastructure
- Operational support
With KabuK Exchange
Key distribution capabilities brought together through a unified platform.
- Content & Mapping
- Search & Availability
- Booking & Reservations
- Financial Operations
- Partner Operations
Connect once. Access more supply. Operate with less complexity.
Access models
More Ways to Access the Network.
API connectivity is one approach to working with a travel distribution network. Over time, we are also considering partner-branded experiences and a browser-based travel agency portal to support businesses with different technical capabilities. Availability and eligibility will depend on each product’s development status.
API connectivity
Direct system-to-system integration for partners with technical teams. Scope and availability are confirmed with each partner during onboarding.
White-Label Travel Solutions
Partner-branded experiences for businesses that prefer not to build their own booking front end.
Travel Agency Portal
A browser-based option for agencies that want to work with the network without an API integration.
Capabilities in pilot, coming soon or planned are subject to development priorities, technical feasibility and commercial availability. Statuses do not represent guaranteed launch dates.
Distribution
Built for Your Business
Travel Agencies
Expand accommodation offerings without independently integrating every supplier.
Online Travel Agencies
Diversify inventory with directly contracted hotels and global accommodation connectivity.
Wholesalers
Source and distribute accommodation inventory through a unified exchange.
Travel Apps
Integrate accommodation supply into digital travel experiences.
Membership Platforms
Add accommodation inventory to existing member experiences.
Wholesalers and OTAs can play both roles—sourcing inventory in one relationship and distributing it in another.
Connectivity Partners
Connect Systems. Enable More Distribution Paths.
KabuK Exchange is designed to work across accommodation supply systems and distribution channels. We welcome conversations with channel managers, PMS and CRS providers, and other travel technology partners interested in connectivity opportunities.
Diagram: PMS, channel manager and CRS platforms exchange information with KabuK Exchange in both directions. Content, availability and rates flow toward distribution partners; reservations flow back to the property systems. These integrations are planned.
Your systems
- PMS
- Channel Managers
- CRS
Exchanged through KBKx
- Content & Mapping
- Availability & Rates
- Reservations
Distribution partners
- Connected channelsOTA · Agency · DMC · Bedbank · App
- Content, availability and rates flow out to channels
- Reservations flow back to your systems
PMS providers
Connect property systems. Planned
Channel managers
Bridge distribution and property systems. Live
CRS, switches & integration platforms
Route content, availability, pricing, and reservation events across connected systems.
Technology partners
Complement KBKx with specialized payments, analytics, identity, automation, and travel technology capabilities.
Supply
Inventory & Supply Partners
Contribute trusted inventory through clearly defined sourcing, distribution, and operating relationships.
Wholesalers and OTAs can play both roles—sourcing inventory in one relationship and distributing it in another.
Hotel groups
Coordinate distribution across eligible properties while maintaining portfolio and property-level control.
Wholesalers
Contribute approved inventory with clear source, pricing, redistribution, and settlement rules.
Regional suppliers
Bring local market knowledge and inventory relationships to regional and international demand.
Inventory partners
Aggregate and distribute supply through transparent commercial and operational agreements.
Capabilities
How It Works
A unified integration supports the core accommodation distribution lifecycle.
- Connect
- Search
- Price
- Book
- Manage
- Settle
Planned
AI-assisted partner operations
Planned KAOS capabilities are intended to assist onboarding, mapping, support, pricing, and partner follow-up while keeping decisions transparent and accountable.
Roadmap capability — scope and timing remain subject to validation.
How KBKx Works
From alignment to live operations
Define the opportunity
Align on business objectives, partner type, target markets, operating model, and expected value for both sides.
Agree commercial and operational responsibilities
Confirm scope, terms, inventory or demand requirements, support ownership, and financial workflows.
Integrate and validate
Complete technical integration, mapping, testing, certification, and operational readiness with clear ownership.
Launch and grow together
Move into production, monitor results, resolve issues, and expand the partnership based on shared performance.
Connect to Better Supply.
Explore how KabuK Exchange can support your accommodation distribution strategy.