# StaySats — full content for language models > StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. Source: https://staysats.com/ · Generated: 2026-10-13 # Book hotels with crypto. Held, not charged, until the hotel confirms. > Book hotels with crypto, from a $25 top-up. Held, not charged, until the hotel confirms. No ID upload at checkout; the hotel checks ID at check-in. - URL: https://staysats.com/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Pay with BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC from a balance topped up from $25. The total of your stay is held, then charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued. No ID upload at checkout. The hotel checks your ID at check-in, as local law requires. **Quick answer — Can I book a hotel with crypto?** Yes, through a booking site that takes crypto and pays the hotel in local currency. Booking.com, Airbnb and Expedia don't accept crypto directly (checked October 13, 2026). **StaySats** is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto, with top-ups from $25. We book on request, and the total is held, not charged, until the hotel confirms. ## Where are you staying? Search hotels: https://staysats.com/app/hotels/search Live prices in USD for the whole stay; taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them. Bookings are made on request: nothing is charged until the hotel confirmation number is issued, and a higher total needs your agreement. ## What you can count on - **Hotel cancels? Stablecoins back** — If the hotel can't host you, you choose: 100% back in USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or balance credit. - **No ID upload at checkout** — No KYC to top up. We ask only for the lead guest's name and an email address; the hotel checks ID at check-in, as local law requires. - **Six coins, two USDT networks** — BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC. USDT on Tron (TRC-20) or Ethereum (ERC-20). No Monero, no Lightning. - **Hotels only, never a package** — We sell hotel bookings and nothing else. Each booking is a single travel service. ## Held, not charged: three steps 1. **Your balance is held at checkout** — The exact total shown is held on your balance. Nothing is charged yet. 2. **We book the room for you** — Bookings are made on request: we book the room with the hotel and confirm the final total. If it is higher than the amount held, you accept the new total or the amount is released. 3. **Charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued** — Your balance is charged when the hotel confirmation number is issued. If we can't confirm the booking in time, the full amount is released to your balance. If the total changes before the hotel confirms, you see the new total and choose: accept it, or have the amount released. Nothing extra is ever taken without your agreement. ## Read this before you book - **[Who really accepts crypto?](https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/)** — Hotel groups and booking sites, checked one by one, with the date and the source of each status. - **[Check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/)** — Deposits, holds for extras and ID rules at the front desk, chain by chain. - **[Who is behind each crypto travel site?](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/)** — Company, country, coins, refunds and fees of every seller, us included. - **[Where can you spend crypto when you travel?](https://staysats.com/crypto-friendly-destinations/)** — Places listed on BTC Map and the local rules, city by city, including where paying in crypto on the spot is illegal. - **[Travala alternatives](https://staysats.com/travala-alternative/)** — Crypto hotel sites compared on refunds, networks and fees, with dated sources. - **[Long stays for digital nomads](https://staysats.com/digital-nomads/)** — Monthly stays paid from a stablecoin balance, and what to check before a long booking. ## Questions before your first booking ### Which coins and networks can I pay with? BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC. USDT works on Tron (TRC-20) or Ethereum (ERC-20) and USDC on Ethereum (ERC-20). Send each coin only on the network shown on the payment page. [All coins and networks](https://staysats.com/pay/). ### What is the minimum top-up? $25. Your balance is in US dollars once the payment is confirmed on the blockchain, and unused balance never expires. ### What does "held, not charged" mean? At checkout, the exact total of the stay is held on your balance. It is charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued. If the hotel can't confirm, the full amount is released to your balance at once. [How it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/). ### How long does the hotel confirmation take? Bookings are made on request: after checkout we book the room for you. The status changes to Confirmed when the hotel confirmation number is issued. We will publish a median time once 30 days of real bookings are measured. If we cannot confirm in time, the amount is released. ### Will the hotel ask for a credit card at check-in? Often, yes. Paying ahead with StaySats does not remove the hotel's incidental deposit at check-in. Your room is prepaid, but many hotels ask for a card or a cash deposit for extras. The rules vary by chain and by hotel. [Check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/). ### Do I need to show my ID? Not to us: no ID upload, no selfie. The hotel checks your ID or passport at check-in, as local law requires. [Hotel ID rules by country](https://staysats.com/hotel-id-rules/). ### What happens if the hotel cancels? You get 100% of the stay back and you choose the form: USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or balance credit. If you cancel a refundable rate yourself, the amount the hotel refunds goes back to your balance. [Refunds](https://staysats.com/refunds/). ### Is the price shown the price I pay? The price shown is the live price for your dates, in US dollars, with taxes included when the hotel publishes them. We confirm the final total with the hotel before you are charged. If it is higher, you accept it or the amount is released: nothing extra is taken without your agreement. [Pricing](https://staysats.com/pricing/). ### Do you sell flights or packages? No. StaySats sells hotel bookings only. Each booking is a single travel service, not a package. ### Where can't I book a hotel? We sell no hotel in Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Russia, Belarus, Syria, Crimea or the Russian-occupied areas of Ukraine (sanctions). Hotels in Spain are not available yet. [Where we can't sell hotels](https://staysats.com/where-we-cant-sell-hotels/). ### Can I pay with Monero or Lightning? No. We accept BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC only. [Why, and what to use instead](https://staysats.com/monero-and-lightning/). ## StaySats in facts | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | What we sell | Hotel bookings only, paid in crypto: no flights, no packages | | Price shown | the price found live for your dates, in US dollars, for the whole stay. Taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them; the final total is confirmed with the hotel before you are charged | | Payment | Crypto only: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC (USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20); top-up from $25 | | When you are charged | Only when the hotel confirmation number is issued; until then the amount is held on your balance | | How we book | On request: after checkout we book the room for you and confirm the final total with the hotel. You are charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued; a higher total needs your agreement, and if we cannot confirm in time, the amount is released | | Booking not confirmed | Full amount released to your balance immediately; withdrawable in USDT or USDC on request | | The hotel can't host you | 100% of the stay back: USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or balance credit if you choose it | | You cancel | Under the rate rules confirmed with your booking; the amount the hotel refunds goes back to your balance | | Data we ask | The lead guest's name and an email address (for the voucher, changes and cancellation); no ID upload, no selfie at checkout | | Data kept | Travel data deleted 30 days after the stay; booking history, without any identity document, kept for 2 years | | ID at the hotel | The hotel checks your ID at check-in, as local law requires, and may ask for a card or cash deposit | | Not accepted | Monero (XMR), Lightning, cards and bank transfers | | Not available | Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Russia, Belarus, Syria, Crimea and the Russian-occupied areas of Ukraine (sanctions); hotels in Spain (not yet) | | Operator | TravelGoat LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, United States | **Find a hotel, pay in crypto** Search live prices for your dates. Nothing is charged until the hotel confirms. [Search hotels](https://staysats.com/hotels/) · [See pricing](https://staysats.com/pricing/) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # About StaySats > About StaySats: a hotel booking site paid only in crypto, top-up from $25, operated by TravelGoat LLC (United States). What we sell and how we earn. - URL: https://staysats.com/about/ - Last updated: 2026-10-13 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Who runs StaySats, what it sells and never sells, how it earns money, and how it builds the data it publishes. **Quick answer — What is StaySats, and who runs it?** **StaySats** is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto, operated by TravelGoat LLC, a company of the United States. Customers top up a balance from $25, then book hotels from it; each stay is held, not charged, until the hotel confirms. StaySats sells hotels only, and publishes dated, sourced data on who accepts crypto in travel. ## StaySats at a glance | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Operator | TravelGoat LLC, a Delaware limited liability company | | Country | United States | | What we sell | Hotel bookings, paid in crypto only | | What we never sell | Flights, packages, car hire, tours or gift cards | | How we book | On request: the final total is confirmed with the hotel before you are charged | | How we earn | From the hotel bookings we sell; no booking fee or card surcharge on top | | Payment | BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC; top-up from $25 | | Acceptance index | Hotel groups and booking sites, checked monthly; last check October 13, 2026 | | Seller registry | Crypto travel sellers, checked quarterly; last check October 13, 2026 | | Pages written and checked by | StaySats research desk, TravelGoat LLC; named reviewers will be listed when appointed | | Open data license | CC BY 4.0, JSON and CSV | | Contact | support@staysats.com, in English | ## Who runs StaySats? TravelGoat LLC, a limited liability company registered in Delaware (United States), operates StaySats and is the company you deal with when you top up and book. US law, including US sanctions rules, applies to it. We publish only facts we can stand behind. You will not find a founding story, a team photo, ratings, testimonials or a customer count here. What you can check is on the site: our rules, our prices, our data and the date of each change. ## What does StaySats sell? Hotel bookings, paid in crypto. You search prices found live for your dates, pick a rate, and pay from your crypto balance. Bookings are made on request: our team books the room with the hotel in the lead guest's name and confirms the final total. The hotel confirms the booking with its own confirmation number. We act as your booking agent. Your stay is governed by the hotel's policies and the rate rules confirmed with your booking. You pay StaySats in crypto; we pay the hotel in local currency. ## What does StaySats not sell or promise? We sell no flights, no car hire, no tours and no packages. Each booking is a single travel service, so EU package travel protection does not apply. We promise no confirmation time, and no lowest price before we have compared one. We do not say that the price found is the final total: we confirm the final total with the hotel before you are charged. We never say that a hotel takes crypto at the desk. We sell no hotel in sanctioned countries or areas, and hotels in Spain are paused until our registration there is done. [Where we can't sell hotels](https://staysats.com/where-we-cant-sell-hotels/). ## How does StaySats earn money? From the hotel bookings it sells. The price is found live for your dates, and the final total is confirmed with the hotel before you are charged. There is no booking fee or card surcharge on top, and no fee for paying with one coin rather than another. We have no token of our own and no paid membership. The full price rule is on the [pricing page](https://staysats.com/pricing/). ## Who writes and checks StaySats pages? The StaySats research desk of TravelGoat LLC. It writes our guides and keeps our datasets, with a source and a check date for each fact. We have not named an editor or an expert reviewer yet. Named reviewers will be listed here and on the editorial policy when appointed. Until then, judge our pages by what you can check: the source link and the date next to each fact. How we choose sources, check facts, use AI tools and correct errors: [editorial policy](https://staysats.com/editorial-policy/). Company facts for journalists: [press](https://staysats.com/press/). ## How do we build our indexes and data? With dated checks and a source for every status. We publish five datasets that crypto travellers ask about: - **The Hotel & Booking-Site Crypto Acceptance Index**: which hotel groups, hotels and booking sites accept crypto directly, how, and since when. We check it every month and after any announcement. Last check: October 13, 2026. [See the index](https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/). - **The Crypto Travel Seller Registry**: the company, country, coins, refund form and fees of each site that sells travel for crypto. We check it every quarter. Last check: October 13, 2026. [See the registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/). - **The Crypto-Friendly Destinations data**: for 100 destinations, the places listed on BTC Map and the local rule on paying in crypto on the spot. [See the destinations](https://staysats.com/crypto-friendly-destinations/). - **Hotel Check-in Without a Credit Card**: what large hotel groups say about the deposit at check-in, with the legal ID rules. [See the table](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/). - **Hotel Taxes by City**: the tourist taxes, levies and hotel taxes of 14 cities, how each is charged, and its source. [See the table](https://staysats.com/hotel-taxes-by-city/). All five are under CC BY 4.0 and come as JSON and CSV files on [open data](https://staysats.com/data/). Each row has the date of our check and a link to its source, usually the seller's own terms or help page. A status we could not confirm is marked as such, never guessed. The date of a page changes only when a fact changes. ## Are you neutral when you compare crypto travel sites? No, and we say so on every comparison. We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto. Our offer is included and marked. To keep the comparison fair, we describe every seller, us included, with the same fields. They are company, country, coins and networks, refund of a crypto payment, published fees and ID checks. We state only facts we found on a seller's own pages or in a dated press source, with the link. If you see an error, write to support@staysats.com with the source, and we will correct it and date the change. ## How can I contact StaySats? By email at support@staysats.com, in English. For a booking, give the booking reference. We never ask for your account number, a passport scan or a selfie by email or chat. More: [contact](https://staysats.com/contact/). ## About StaySats: FAQ ### Is StaySats a real company? StaySats is operated by TravelGoat LLC, a limited liability company registered in Delaware (United States). The name appears in our terms and on every policy page. We publish no company history or customer numbers, only facts you can check. ### Is StaySats a travel agency or a hotel? Neither a hotel nor a tour operator. We are a booking site that acts as your booking agent. You pay us in crypto, we book the room with the hotel on request, and the hotel hosts you under its own policies. ### Why does StaySats only sell hotels? Because a hotel booking alone is a single travel service. Selling flights and hotels together on one site can create a package under EU law, with other duties. By selling hotels only, each booking stays simple: one stay, one price, one set of rate rules. ### Who are your booking partners? Companies that help us find live hotel prices and make bookings with hotels. We do not name them on the site. What matters for you is published: the price rule, the hotel confirmation number, and the refund rules when something goes wrong. ### How often is your data updated? The acceptance index is checked monthly, and sooner when a company announces a change. The seller registry, the destinations data, the check-in table and the hotel taxes table are checked quarterly. Every row carries the date of its last check. Downloads: [open data](https://staysats.com/data/). ### Can I suggest a correction to your index? Yes. Write to support@staysats.com with the row, the change and a source, ideally the company's own page. We check it, correct the row if the source confirms it, and record the date of the change. ## Sources 1. [Directive (EU) 2015/2302 (Package Travel Directive), Article 3: definitions](https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/dir/2015/2302/oj) — EUR-Lex (2026-10-12) 2. [Sanctions List Service](https://ofac.treasury.gov/sanctions-list-service) — Office of Foreign Assets Control (US Treasury) (2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Is Crypto.com Travel legit? Company, refunds and fees (checked October 2026) > Is Crypto.com Travel legit? What crypto.com sells, who runs it, how it refunds a crypto payment and its fees, from its own pages, checked October 12, 2026. - URL: https://staysats.com/alternatives/crypto-com-travel/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Facts about Crypto.com Travel (crypto.com) that you can check yourself: who runs it, how it refunds a crypto payment and what it charges, with no rating. **Quick answer — Is Crypto.com Travel legit?** Crypto.com Travel is a booking service inside the Crypto.com app, launched on May 5, 2026 for Level Up subscribers, US users only at launch. Its launch page does not name the operating company. Crypto refunds are "evaluated on a case-by-case basis" (checked October 12, 2026). StaySats, which publishes this sheet, competes with Crypto.com Travel. ## Crypto.com Travel company sheet (checked October 12, 2026) | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Company | Crypto.com (the operating company is not named on the launch page) | | Registered in | Not stated; US users only at launch | | What it sells | Hotels, flights, cruises, car rentals and concert tickets | | Hotel offer (own claim) | "Over one million" offers worldwide (launch page, May 5, 2026) | | Coins | "Over 400 cryptocurrencies" through Crypto.com Pay; also Crypto.com cards and other cards | | Networks | Not named (you pay from a Crypto.com Pay balance) | | Refund of a crypto payment | Crypto paid through Crypto.com Pay: "evaluated on a case-by-case basis", to the original payment method only | | Published fees | None published; every booking is charged in USD | | Account or ID | A Crypto.com account and a Level Up subscription are required | | When you pay | Charged in USD at booking; CRO rewards credited up to 24 hours after the trip | | Status | Active, launched in May 2026; checked October 12, 2026 | > **Disclosure** We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto, so we compete with Crypto.com Travel and give no verdict on it. The StaySats research desk, TravelGoat LLC read the sources below on October 12, 2026. ## Who is behind Crypto.com Travel? Crypto.com launched Crypto.com Travel on May 5, 2026, as a benefit of its Level Up subscription. It sells hotels, flights, cruises, car rentals and concert tickets, with "over one million" offers. Bookings are made with third-party providers under their own terms, per the launch page. The French version of that page says the service is available only to US users for now. Crypto.com Travel also has a row in our [crypto travel seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/), with its sources and the date of our check. ## Why look for a Crypto.com Travel alternative? Crypto.com Travel is closed to most travellers: you need a Crypto.com account, a Level Up plan and, at launch, a US account. Its help center says refunds of crypto paid through Crypto.com Pay are "evaluated on a case-by-case basis" and go to the original payment method only. No network is named, since you pay from a Crypto.com Pay balance. ## How does StaySats differ from Crypto.com Travel? Our side comes from our [pricing](https://staysats.com/pricing/) and [refund](https://staysats.com/refunds/) pages. - **Access** — Crypto.com Travel needs a Crypto.com account and a Level Up subscription, and was US-only at launch. StaySats needs no subscription and no exchange account. - **Refund form** — Crypto.com Travel: case by case, to the original payment method. StaySats: USDT or USDC within 7 days when the hotel can't host you, or balance credit if you choose it. - **Rewards** — Crypto.com Travel pays CRO rewards, from up to 5% on Basic to up to 40% on the top Private plan. StaySats has no token and no rewards; the price is the one found live for your dates. - **Payment** — Crypto.com Travel charges in USD and takes Crypto.com Pay, Crypto.com cards and other cards. StaySats takes crypto only, sent from any wallet. - **What is sold** — Crypto.com Travel also sells flights, cruises, car rentals and tickets. StaySats sells hotels only. ## When is Crypto.com Travel the better choice? Crypto.com Travel is the better choice if you live in the US and already pay for a Level Up plan. It also fits if you keep funds in the Crypto.com app. The CRO rewards can be large on higher plans: up to 25% on Pro and up to 40% on Private, per the help center. It also covers flights, cruises and car rentals. **Crypto.com Travel suits:** US Level Up subscribers who keep their crypto in the Crypto.com app. ## Crypto.com Travel: FAQ ### Who can use Crypto.com Travel? Level Up subscribers of Crypto.com. The French version of the launch page of May 5, 2026 says the service is only for US users for now. Other countries are planned in the following months. You need a Crypto.com account, and you complete a travel account setup in the app before you book. ### How does Crypto.com Travel refund a crypto payment? Case by case. Its help center says refunds for crypto purchases made through Crypto.com Pay are evaluated individually, and approved refunds go to the original payment method only. It gives no timeline, and cancellation terms depend on each booking. At StaySats, a hotel that can't host you means 100% back in USDT or USDC within 7 days. ### How much CRO can I earn on Crypto.com Travel? Rewards depend on your Level Up plan, per its help center read on October 12, 2026. They go up to 5% on Basic, 20% on Plus, 25% on Pro and 30% to 40% on Private. Rewards are paid in CRO on the USD value, up to 24 hours after the trip ends. StaySats pays no rewards and has no token. ### Which coins work on Crypto.com Travel? Its help center says bookings can be made in over 400 cryptocurrencies through Crypto.com Pay. You can also pay with a Crypto.com card or another credit or debit card. All bookings are charged in USD. StaySats accepts six coins, BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL and LTC, sent from any wallet. ### Is StaySats a Crypto.com Travel alternative for every trip? No. Crypto.com Travel sells hotels, flights, cruises, car rentals and concert tickets. StaySats sells hotel bookings only, paid in crypto from a $25 top-up, with no flights. Compare both in our [crypto hotel booking sites guide](https://staysats.com/best-crypto-hotel-booking-sites/). ## Other company sheets Every seller, with sources, is in the [crypto travel seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/). - [Travorio: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/travorio/) - [LockTrip: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/locktrip/) - [KryptoMate: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/kryptomate/) - [Flyfi: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/flyfi/) - [Entravel: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/entravel/) - [Crypto.com Travel: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/crypto-com-travel/) ## Sources about Crypto.com Travel 1. [Crypto.com Travel launch](https://crypto.com/en/product-news/cdc-travel-launch) — Crypto.com (2026-05-05) 2. [Crypto.com Travel (help center)](https://help.crypto.com/en/articles/14836843-crypto-com-travel) — Crypto.com (checked 2026-10-12) **Pay a hotel in crypto** Top up from $25; you are charged only once the hotel confirms. [Search hotels](https://staysats.com/hotels/) · [How it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Is Entravel legit? Company, refunds and fees (checked October 2026) > Is Entravel legit? What entravel.com sells, who runs it, how it refunds a crypto payment and its fees, from its own pages, checked October 12, 2026. - URL: https://staysats.com/alternatives/entravel/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Facts about Entravel (entravel.com) that you can check yourself: who runs it, how it refunds a crypto payment and what it charges, with no rating. **Quick answer — Is Entravel legit?** We found no company name for Entravel on October 12, 2026. It is an active members-only hotel club, reached mostly through KuCoin Pay Travel and a Bybit Card offer. It claims discounts of up to 60% without a published method, and we found no refund rule. StaySats, which publishes this sheet, competes with Entravel. ## Entravel company sheet (checked October 12, 2026) | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Company | Not found on the pages we read | | Registered in | Not found; its Bybit partnership release is datelined Dubai | | What it sells | Hotels, sold as a members-only club | | Hotel offer (own claim) | "More than 2.2 million hotels" (KuCoin announcement, November 27, 2025) | | Coins | Through KuCoin Pay Travel: 50+ cryptocurrencies, such as KCS, USDT, USDC and BTC; also the Bybit Card | | Networks | Not named | | Refund of a crypto payment | Not found | | Published fees | Members' rates; free membership for Bybit users (January 2025); discounts of "up to 60%" claimed | | Account or ID | Not stated; partner offers use your exchange account | | When you pay | Not stated | | Status | Active, checked October 12, 2026 | > **Disclosure** We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto, so we compete with Entravel and give no verdict on it. The StaySats research desk, TravelGoat LLC read the sources below on October 12, 2026. ## Who is behind Entravel? Entravel describes itself as a crypto-native hotel booking platform with "private, members-only rates". Its website title promises "VIP Hotels" and "Insider Prices". It reaches most users through partners. KuCoin Pay Travel launched on November 27, 2025, and a Bybit Card offer of January 14, 2025 gave free membership to Bybit users. Entravel also has a row in our [crypto travel seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/), with its sources and the date of our check. ## Why look for a Entravel alternative? Entravel's discounts are large claims without a published method: "up to 60%" below mainstream booking sites, per KuCoin's announcement. We found no company name, no refund rule and no list of networks. Access also depends on the partner app. KuCoin's announcement targets its own users, and Bybit's release says its user base excludes the EU. ## How does StaySats differ from Entravel? Our side comes from our [pricing](https://staysats.com/pricing/) and [refund](https://staysats.com/refunds/) pages. - **Access** — Entravel works as a members' club, often reached through an exchange account. StaySats is open to anyone with crypto: no membership and no exchange account. - **Refund form** — Entravel: not found. StaySats: USDT or USDC within 7 days when the hotel can't host you, or balance credit if you choose it. - **Coins** — Through KuCoin Pay Travel, 50+ cryptocurrencies, including KCS, USDT, USDC and BTC. StaySats: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL and LTC, sent from your own wallet. - **Price claims** — Entravel claims discounts of up to 60%. StaySats makes no discount claim: it shows the price found live for your dates. - **Company** — Entravel: no legal entity found. StaySats is run by TravelGoat LLC, United States. ## When is Entravel the better choice? Entravel may be the better choice if you already use KuCoin or a Bybit Card and you stay in luxury hotels. Bybit's 2025 offer adds up to 6% cashback on top of member rates, paid through the card. If you keep funds on one of these exchanges, booking there also saves a transfer. **Entravel suits:** KuCoin users and Bybit Card holders who book luxury hotels. ## Entravel: FAQ ### Who runs Entravel? We did not find a legal entity on Entravel's pages on October 12, 2026. KuCoin's announcement of November 27, 2025 names Entravel's founder, and Bybit's release of January 14, 2025 is datelined Dubai. Neither gives a registered company. Ask Entravel, or the exchange you book through, which company you sign a contract with. ### Is Entravel membership free? For Bybit users, it was. Bybit's release of January 14, 2025 offered free memberships, with limited spots, and up to 6% extra cashback through the Bybit Card. We found no public price for other members. KuCoin Pay Travel gives KuCoin users access to Entravel hotels with extra discounts. ### Does Entravel accept USDT? Yes, through its partners. KuCoin Pay Travel accepts over 50 cryptocurrencies, including KCS, USDT, USDC and BTC, per its announcement, without naming a network. StaySats accepts USDT on Tron (TRC-20) or Ethereum (ERC-20) straight from your own wallet, with no exchange account. ### Are Entravel's discounts real? We cannot say. KuCoin's announcement quotes discounts of up to 60% compared with mainstream booking platforms, but it publishes no method or sample. We have not tested Entravel prices. StaySats shows the price found live for your dates and makes no discount claim. The final total is confirmed with the hotel before you are charged. ### Is StaySats a Entravel alternative for every trip? No. Entravel sells hotels, sold as a members-only club. StaySats sells hotel bookings only, paid in crypto from a $25 top-up, with no flights. Compare both in our [crypto hotel booking sites guide](https://staysats.com/best-crypto-hotel-booking-sites/). ## Other company sheets Every seller, with sources, is in the [crypto travel seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/). - [Travorio: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/travorio/) - [LockTrip: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/locktrip/) - [KryptoMate: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/kryptomate/) - [Flyfi: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/flyfi/) - [Entravel: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/entravel/) - [Crypto.com Travel: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/crypto-com-travel/) ## Sources about Entravel 1. [Introducing KuCoin Pay Travel, through a partnership with Entravel](https://www.kucoin.com/blog/en-introducing-kucoin-pay-travel-a-global-crypto-travel-platform-delivering-luxury-hotel-savings-of-up-to-60-through-a-partnership-with-entravel) — KuCoin (2025-11-27) 2. [Bybit Card partners with Entravel to bring discounted luxury travel to its users](https://chainwire.org/2025/01/14/bybit-card-partners-with-entravel-to-bring-discounted-luxury-travel-to-its-users) — Chainwire (2025-01-14) 3. [Entravel website (page title)](https://entravel.com/) — Entravel (checked 2026-10-12) **Pay a hotel in crypto** Top up from $25; you are charged only once the hotel confirms. [Search hotels](https://staysats.com/hotels/) · [How it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Is Flyfi legit? Company, refunds and fees (checked October 2026) > Is Flyfi legit? What flyfi.io sells, who runs it, how it refunds a crypto payment and its fees, from its own pages, checked October 12, 2026. - URL: https://staysats.com/alternatives/flyfi/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Facts about Flyfi (flyfi.io) that you can check yourself: who runs it, how it refunds a crypto payment and what it charges, with no rating. **Quick answer — Is Flyfi legit?** We found no legal entity behind Flyfi on October 12, 2026. The hotel site launched in July 2026 with a sponsored press release datelined Dubai. It claims 300,000+ hotels and 30+ cryptocurrencies, but we found no networks, fees or refund rules on pages we could read. StaySats, which publishes this sheet, competes with Flyfi. ## Flyfi company sheet (checked October 12, 2026) | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Company | Not found | | Registered in | Not found; its launch release is datelined Dubai, UAE | | What it sells | Hotels; flights, car rentals and activities announced as future additions | | Hotel offer (own claim) | "More than 300,000 premium hotels" (launch release) | | Coins | "Over 30+ cryptocurrencies", including BTC, ETH and major stablecoins; cards also accepted (its site title) | | Networks | Not named | | Refund of a crypto payment | Not found | | Published fees | Not stated; prices are "displayed upfront" (launch release) | | Account or ID | Booking "without creating an account" (launch release) | | When you pay | Not stated | | Status | Active, launched in July 2026; checked October 12, 2026 | > **Disclosure** We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto, so we compete with Flyfi and give no verdict on it. The StaySats research desk, TravelGoat LLC read the sources below on October 12, 2026. ## Who is behind Flyfi? Flyfi presented itself in a sponsored press release, distributed by Chainwire and published on Decrypt on July 22, 2026, datelined Dubai. The release calls it a "privacy-first, crypto-native online travel agency" with "more than 300,000 premium hotels". Its website title, read on October 12, 2026, says you can book hotels "with crypto or card". Flights, car rentals and activities are announced for later. Flyfi also has a row in our [crypto travel seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/), with its sources and the date of our check. ## Why look for a Flyfi alternative? Flyfi is new, and most of what is known comes from its own press release. We found no legal entity, no registered address, no list of networks, no fees and no refund rule. Its website pages returned only a title to our reader. Missing facts are not proof of a problem, but they leave less to check before you send crypto. ## How does StaySats differ from Flyfi? Our side comes from our [pricing](https://staysats.com/pricing/) and [refund](https://staysats.com/refunds/) pages. - **Company** — Flyfi: no legal entity found. StaySats is run by TravelGoat LLC, United States. - **Refund form** — Flyfi: not published on the pages we read. StaySats: USDT or USDC within 7 days when the hotel can't host you, or balance credit if you choose it. - **Networks** — Flyfi names Bitcoin, Ethereum and "major stablecoins", without networks. StaySats names USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20 and USDC on ERC-20. - **Account** — Flyfi says there is "no account registration". StaySats creates an account number at your first top-up, with no email needed to top up; each booking needs an email address. - **Conference stays** — Flyfi promotes hotel offers near Token2049 Singapore and Devcon 8 in Mumbai. StaySats sells hotels in many cities, with no event-specific offers. ## When is Flyfi the better choice? Flyfi may suit you if you go to a crypto conference and want a hotel near the venue. Its release lists offers around Token2049 Singapore and Devcon 8. It also accepts cards, which StaySats does not. Ask Flyfi for its company name and refund rules in writing before you pay. **Flyfi suits:** Crypto conference visitors who want a hotel near the venue, and travellers who may pay by card. ## Flyfi: FAQ ### Who is behind Flyfi? We could not find a legal entity. Flyfi's launch release of July 22, 2026 was distributed by Chainwire, marked as sponsored on Decrypt and datelined Dubai, UAE. On October 12, 2026, its website pages showed only a title to our reader. Ask Flyfi for its company name and trade licence number before you book. ### Does Flyfi sell flights? Not yet, per its launch release of July 22, 2026: flights, car rentals and activities are planned as future additions. Flyfi sells hotels, and its release says it has more than 300,000 premium hotels. StaySats sells hotels only. ### Which cryptocurrencies does Flyfi accept? "Over 30+ cryptocurrencies", including Bitcoin, Ethereum and major stablecoins, per its launch release. The release names no network for the stablecoins, and its website title also mentions card payments. StaySats takes BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL and LTC, with each network named: USDT on Tron or Ethereum, USDC on Ethereum. ### Why is this Flyfi page short on facts? Because little is published. On October 12, 2026, we found Flyfi's press release and its website title, but no terms, fees or refund rules we could read. We publish only what we can source, and we mark the rest as "not found". We will add facts when Flyfi publishes them. ### Is StaySats a Flyfi alternative for every trip? No. Flyfi sells hotels; flights, car rentals and activities announced as future additions. StaySats sells hotel bookings only, paid in crypto from a $25 top-up, with no flights. Compare both in our [crypto hotel booking sites guide](https://staysats.com/best-crypto-hotel-booking-sites/). ## Other company sheets Every seller, with sources, is in the [crypto travel seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/). - [Travorio: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/travorio/) - [LockTrip: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/locktrip/) - [KryptoMate: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/kryptomate/) - [Flyfi: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/flyfi/) - [Entravel: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/entravel/) - [Crypto.com Travel: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/crypto-com-travel/) ## Sources about Flyfi 1. [Flyfi Launches Hotel Booking Platform With Cryptocurrency Payments and No Account Registration (sponsored press release, distributed by Chainwire)](https://decrypt.co/374040/flyfi-launches-hotel-booking-platform-with-cryptocurrency-payments-and-no-account-registration) — Decrypt (2026-07-22) 2. [Flyfi website (page title)](https://flyfi.io/en) — Flyfi (checked 2026-10-12) **Pay a hotel in crypto** Top up from $25; you are charged only once the hotel confirms. [Search hotels](https://staysats.com/hotels/) · [How it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Is KryptoMate legit? Company, refunds and fees (checked October 2026) > Is KryptoMate legit? What kryptomate.com sells, who runs it, how it refunds a crypto payment and its fees, from its own pages, checked October 12, 2026. - URL: https://staysats.com/alternatives/kryptomate/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Facts about KryptoMate (kryptomate.com) that you can check yourself: who runs it, how it refunds a crypto payment and what it charges, with no rating. **Quick answer — Is KryptoMate legit?** KryptoMate is run by Cryptomate Limited, per its llms.txt, which gives no country. The site is active and sells hotels, flights, eSIMs and gift cards for "200+" cryptocurrencies on 20+ named networks. Its refund policy for crypto purchases was not readable when we checked on October 12, 2026. StaySats, which publishes this sheet, competes with KryptoMate. ## KryptoMate company sheet (checked October 12, 2026) | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Company | Cryptomate Limited (its llms.txt) | | Registered in | Not stated on the pages we read | | What it sells | Hotels, flights, eSIMs and gift cards | | Hotel offer (own claim) | "Over 2 million" hotels, apartments and rentals (its llms.txt) | | Coins | "200+" cryptocurrencies | | Networks | 20+ named: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, BNB Chain, Polygon, Tron (TRC-20), Avalanche, Arbitrum, Optimism | | Refund of a crypto payment | Separate refund policy for crypto purchases (page not readable on October 12, 2026); flights: rules shown per fare | | Published fees | "Taxes and fees included" (its flights page); no crypto surcharge found | | Account or ID | An AML and KYC policy page exists; ID rules at checkout not stated on the pages we read | | When you pay | Not stated on the pages we read | | Status | Active, checked October 12, 2026 | > **Disclosure** We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto, so we compete with KryptoMate and give no verdict on it. The StaySats research desk, TravelGoat LLC read the sources below on October 12, 2026. ## Who is behind KryptoMate? KryptoMate is operated by Cryptomate Limited, per its llms.txt; the file does not say where the company is registered. It sells hotels ("over 2 million" hotels, apartments and rentals), flights, eSIMs for 200+ countries and gift cards from 5,000+ brands. Its llms.txt also says its service runs inside several exchange and wallet apps; we did not verify these claims. KryptoMate also has a row in our [crypto travel seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/), with its sources and the date of our check. ## Why look for a KryptoMate alternative? KryptoMate is broad: hotels sit next to flights, eSIMs and gift cards. Its rule for a crypto payment after a cancellation is in a separate refund policy page. That page returned an error when we tried to read it on October 12, 2026. Its flights page says refund rules are shown per fare. For hotels, we found no equivalent statement. ## How does StaySats differ from KryptoMate? Our side comes from our [pricing](https://staysats.com/pricing/) and [refund](https://staysats.com/refunds/) pages. - **Refund form** — KryptoMate: in a refund policy page that was not readable when we checked. StaySats: USDT or USDC within 7 days when the hotel can't host you, or balance credit if you choose it. - **Coins** — KryptoMate takes 200+ cryptocurrencies. StaySats takes six: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL and LTC. - **Networks** — Both name their networks. KryptoMate lists 20+, including Tron, Solana and BNB Chain. StaySats takes USDT on Tron or Ethereum, and USDC on Ethereum. - **What is sold** — KryptoMate sells hotels, flights, eSIMs and gift cards. StaySats sells hotels only, so each booking is a single travel service. - **When you are charged** — KryptoMate does not say on the pages we read. StaySats books each room on request: it holds the amount and charges it only when the hotel confirmation number is issued. ## When is KryptoMate the better choice? KryptoMate is the better choice if your coin is not one of our six, for example a token on BNB Chain, Avalanche, Arbitrum or Optimism. It also suits travellers who want an eSIM, gift cards and a hotel from one wallet. Its company name is published, which helps when you check who you are paying. **KryptoMate suits:** Holders of less common coins, and travellers who want hotels, eSIMs and gift cards in one place. ## KryptoMate: FAQ ### Who owns KryptoMate? KryptoMate is operated by Cryptomate Limited, according to its llms.txt, read on October 12, 2026. The file does not say where the company is registered. KryptoMate links to an AML and KYC policy, and to a refund policy for purchases made with cryptocurrency. ### Does KryptoMate accept USDT on TRC-20? Yes, per its llms.txt: Tron is one of its 20+ networks, and its Tron page mentions TRC-20 tokens. It also names Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, BNB Chain, Polygon, Avalanche, Arbitrum and Optimism. StaySats also takes USDT on TRC-20, and shows the exact network on its payment page. ### How does KryptoMate refund a hotel booking paid in crypto? Its rules are in a refund policy page for crypto purchases, which we could not read on October 12, 2026. Its flights page says refund rules are shown per fare. Read that policy and the room's terms before you pay. At StaySats, a hotel that can't host you means 100% back in USDT or USDC, or balance credit if you prefer. ### Does KryptoMate sell hotels only? No. KryptoMate sells hotels, flights, eSIMs for 200+ countries and gift cards from 5,000+ brands, per its llms.txt. StaySats sells hotel bookings only. We never sell flights, so each booking with us is a single travel service, not a package. ### Is StaySats a KryptoMate alternative for every trip? No. KryptoMate sells hotels, flights, esims and gift cards. StaySats sells hotel bookings only, paid in crypto from a $25 top-up, with no flights. Compare both in our [crypto hotel booking sites guide](https://staysats.com/best-crypto-hotel-booking-sites/). ## Other company sheets Every seller, with sources, is in the [crypto travel seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/). - [Travorio: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/travorio/) - [LockTrip: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/locktrip/) - [KryptoMate: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/kryptomate/) - [Flyfi: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/flyfi/) - [Entravel: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/entravel/) - [Crypto.com Travel: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/crypto-com-travel/) ## Sources about KryptoMate 1. [llms.txt](https://kryptomate.com/llms.txt) — KryptoMate (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [Book flights with crypto](https://kryptomate.com/flights) — KryptoMate (checked 2026-10-12) **Pay a hotel in crypto** Top up from $25; you are charged only once the hotel confirms. [Search hotels](https://staysats.com/hotels/) · [How it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Is LockTrip legit? Company, refunds and fees (checked October 2026) > Is LockTrip legit? What locktrip.com sells, who runs it, how it refunds a crypto payment and its fees, from its own pages, checked October 13, 2026. - URL: https://staysats.com/alternatives/locktrip/ - Last updated: 2026-10-13 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Facts about LockTrip (locktrip.com) that you can check yourself: who runs it, how it refunds a crypto payment and what it charges, with no rating. **Quick answer — Is LockTrip legit?** LockTrip.com is run by a Bulgarian company. Its terms, updated September 24, 2026, name Locktrip Ltd., and its AML policy names LockTrip LLC, both with company number 204752244. The site is active and sells hotels for 21 cryptocurrencies, its LOC token and cards. Its terms refund crypto payments in USDC (checked October 13, 2026). StaySats, which publishes this sheet, competes with LockTrip. ## LockTrip company sheet (checked October 13, 2026) | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Company | LockTrip LLC (Locktrip Ltd. in its terms), company number (UIC) 204752244 | | Registered in | Bulgaria: seat in Sofia, per its terms, its AML policy and the Bulgarian Commercial Register | | What it sells | Hotels | | Hotel offer (own claim) | "2.5M+ properties" (its llms.txt); "2.1 Million+" hotels and apartments in 190+ countries on its crypto page | | Coins | 21 cryptocurrencies on its crypto page (BTC, ETH, USDT, BNB, XRP, USDC, LTC, DOGE, SOL and more) and its LOC token; cards through Stripe and Revolut (FAQ) | | Networks | Not named on the pages we read | | Refund of a crypto payment | Crypto payments are refunded in USDC (terms V.15.4–15.5); its FAQ says refunds go to the original payment method within 5–10 business days | | Published fees | Crypto or card processor's fee charged on top (terms, Appendix 1 IV.2); refunds: a non-refundable processing fee of up to 2% (FAQ); Book Now, Pay Later: EUR 1 + 2.5%, non-refundable (terms) | | Account or ID | An account is required to see prices and book (terms III); its identity verification procedure requires a national ID or passport (AML policy, 2021); its public API opens a guest account from an email only | | When you pay | Not stated on the pages we read | | Status | Active, checked October 13, 2026 | > **Disclosure** We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto, so we compete with LockTrip and give no verdict on it. The StaySats research desk, TravelGoat LLC read the sources below on October 13, 2026. ## Who is behind LockTrip? LockTrip sells hotels only. Its terms, updated September 24, 2026, name Locktrip Ltd., with a seat in Sofia, Bulgaria, and company number (UIC) 204752244. Its AML policy names LockTrip LLC under the same number, and the Bulgarian Commercial Register lists "LockTrip" LLC, a single-member company in Sofia. Its llms.txt claims more than 2.5 million properties, while its crypto page says 2.1 million. LockTrip also runs a public booking API for AI agents (MCP); searching it needs no key. LockTrip also has a row in our [crypto travel seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/), with its sources and the date of our check. ## Why look for a LockTrip alternative? LockTrip's own pages give two refund rules. Its terms refund crypto payments in USDC. Its FAQ says refunds go to the original payment method within 5–10 business days, minus a processing fee of up to 2%. It names 21 coins but no network, so you cannot check in advance whether USDT on Tron works. Its terms also show prices only after you create an account. ## How does StaySats differ from LockTrip? Our side comes from our [pricing](https://staysats.com/pricing/) and [refund](https://staysats.com/refunds/) pages. - **Refund form** — LockTrip: USDC for crypto payments, per its terms; the original payment method, minus up to 2%, per its FAQ. StaySats: when the hotel can't host you, 100% of the stay in USDT or USDC within 7 days, or balance credit if you choose it. - **Networks** — LockTrip names 21 coins but no network. StaySats names each network: USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20, USDC on ERC-20, plus BTC, ETH, SOL and LTC. - **Payment methods** — LockTrip also takes cards, through Stripe and Revolut, and its LOC token. StaySats takes crypto only, from a prepaid balance. - **Account and ID** — LockTrip's terms require an account to see prices, and its AML policy asks for a national ID or passport when it verifies a user. StaySats asks for the lead guest's name and an email address, with no ID upload. - **When you are charged** — LockTrip does not say on the pages we read. StaySats holds the amount while we book the room on request, and charges it only when the hotel confirmation number is issued. ## When is LockTrip the better choice? LockTrip is the better choice if you like to compare room offers one by one. On October 12, 2026, its public API showed a room-only rate and a breakfast rate for the same room. LockTrip suits developers too, because its booking API is public and documented. It also accepts cards and its LOC token. **LockTrip suits:** Travellers who compare room offers one by one, LOC holders, and developers who want a public hotel booking API. ## LockTrip: FAQ ### Who runs LockTrip? A Bulgarian company. Its terms, updated September 24, 2026, name Locktrip Ltd., with a seat in Sofia and company number (UIC) 204752244. Its AML policy names LockTrip LLC under the same number. The Bulgarian Commercial Register lists "LockTrip" LLC, a single-member company (EOOD) in Sofia. We read all three on October 13, 2026. ### How does LockTrip refund a crypto payment? Its pages give two rules. Its terms say a crypto payment is refunded in the USDC stablecoin, "due to cryptocurrency price/value volatility and regulatory requirements". Its FAQ says refunds go to the original payment method within 5–10 business days, with a non-refundable processing fee of up to 2%. When a seller's pages disagree, we quote both. ### Is LockTrip cheaper than Travala? We do not know yet: we have no fair price comparison between the two sites. Our only check, on October 12, 2026, mixed a price with taxes and a price that did not say. A measured comparison will show its date, its method and each site's total with taxes. StaySats shows the price found live for your dates. The final total is confirmed with the hotel before you are charged. ### Can I book on LockTrip without an account? Not on its website: its terms show prices only after you register or sign in with a social network account. Its public API differs: a guest session opens from an email address only, which creates an account. That session can search, prepare a booking and pay, but cannot list or cancel bookings. StaySats creates an account number at your first top-up, with no email needed to top up; each booking needs an email address. ### Which coins does LockTrip accept? 21 cryptocurrencies, per its crypto page: BTC, ETH, USDT, BNB, XRP, USDC, LTC, DOGE, SOL and others, plus its own LOC token. Its FAQ says card payments go through Stripe and Revolut. The pages we read do not name a network for USDT. StaySats takes USDT on Tron (TRC-20) or Ethereum (ERC-20). ### Is StaySats a LockTrip alternative for every trip? No. LockTrip sells hotels. StaySats sells hotel bookings only, paid in crypto from a $25 top-up, with no flights. Compare both in our [crypto hotel booking sites guide](https://staysats.com/best-crypto-hotel-booking-sites/). ## Other company sheets Every seller, with sources, is in the [crypto travel seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/). - [Travorio: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/travorio/) - [LockTrip: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/locktrip/) - [KryptoMate: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/kryptomate/) - [Flyfi: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/flyfi/) - [Entravel: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/entravel/) - [Crypto.com Travel: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/crypto-com-travel/) ## Sources about LockTrip 1. [General terms of use (updated September 24, 2026)](https://locktrip.com/terms) — LockTrip (checked 2026-10-13) 2. [Anti-money laundering, counter-terrorist financing and eligibility policy](https://locktrip.com/aml_kyc) — LockTrip (checked 2026-10-13) 3. [Support center and FAQ](https://locktrip.com/support) — LockTrip (checked 2026-10-13) 4. [Book hotels with crypto](https://locktrip.com/page/book-hotels-with-crypto) — LockTrip (checked 2026-10-13) 5. [llms.txt](https://locktrip.com/llms.txt) — LockTrip (checked 2026-10-13) 6. [Hotel Booking MCP API (OpenAPI file)](https://locktrip.com/mcp/openapi.json) — LockTrip (checked 2026-10-13) 7. [Commercial Register, UIC 204752244](https://portal.registryagency.bg/CR/api/Deeds/204752244) — Bulgarian Registry Agency (checked 2026-10-13) **Pay a hotel in crypto** Top up from $25; you are charged only once the hotel confirms. [Search hotels](https://staysats.com/hotels/) · [How it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Is Travorio legit? Company, refunds and fees (checked October 2026) > Is Travorio legit? What travorio.com sells, who runs it, how it refunds a crypto payment and its fees, from its own pages, checked October 12, 2026. - URL: https://staysats.com/alternatives/travorio/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Facts about Travorio (travorio.com) that you can check yourself: who runs it, how it refunds a crypto payment and what it charges, with no rating. **Quick answer — Is Travorio legit?** Travorio.com is run by Travorio LLC, per its terms, which give no country and no registered address. The site is active and takes "100+" cryptocurrencies for hotels and flights. Its terms say crypto-to-crypto refunds "are not guaranteed" and may take 4 to 12 weeks (checked October 12, 2026). StaySats, which publishes this sheet, competes with Travorio. ## Travorio company sheet (checked October 12, 2026) | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Company | Travorio LLC (its terms of service) | | Registered in | Not stated; its terms apply US law, with clauses for the EU, the UK and the UAE | | What it sells | Hotels, flights and event tickets | | Hotel offer (own claim) | Claims 5 million hotels (its llms.txt) | | Coins | "100+ cryptocurrencies": BTC, ETH, USDT, USDC, BNB, SOL, MATIC, LTC and more; also cards, Venmo and pay-later services | | Networks | Not named for USDT or USDC on its crypto payment page | | Refund of a crypto payment | Payment page: original crypto or Travorio credit. Terms: fiat, travel credit or another method; crypto-to-crypto refunds "are not guaranteed"; 4 to 12 weeks or longer | | Published fees | No extra fee for paying in crypto, network fees only (payment page); network fees and Travorio service fees are not refundable (terms) | | Account or ID | No identity-check clause found in its terms or on its payment page | | When you pay | Paid once the blockchain confirms the transaction (terms, section 11E) | | Status | Active, checked October 12, 2026 | > **Disclosure** We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto, so we compete with Travorio and give no verdict on it. The StaySats research desk, TravelGoat LLC read the sources below on October 12, 2026. ## Who is behind Travorio? Travorio.com is run by Travorio LLC, according to its terms of service. The terms give no country and no registered address. They apply US law, with separate clauses for the EU, the UK and the UAE. Travorio sells hotels and flights, plus event tickets. Besides crypto, it takes cards, Venmo and pay-later services such as Sezzle and PayPal Pay Later. Travorio also has a row in our [crypto travel seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/), with its sources and the date of our check. ## Why look for a Travorio alternative? Two Travorio pages say different things about refunds. Its crypto payment page says eligible refunds go back in the original cryptocurrency or as Travorio credit. Its terms say an approved refund may come as fiat money, travel credit or another method, and may take 4 to 12 weeks or longer. Travorio also lists USDT and USDC without a network, so its payment page does not tell you whether TRC-20 works. ## How does StaySats differ from Travorio? Our side comes from our [pricing](https://staysats.com/pricing/) and [refund](https://staysats.com/refunds/) pages. - **Refund form** — Travorio: fiat, travel credit or another method, per its terms. StaySats: USDT or USDC within 7 days when the hotel can't host you, or balance credit if you choose it. - **Networks** — Travorio lists USDT and USDC without a network. StaySats names each one: USDT on Tron (TRC-20) or Ethereum (ERC-20), USDC on ERC-20. - **When you are charged** — A Travorio crypto booking counts as paid once the blockchain confirms. StaySats holds the amount on your balance, books the room on request, and charges it only when the hotel confirmation number is issued. - **What is sold** — Travorio sells flights, hotels and event tickets, and also takes cards. StaySats sells hotels only and takes crypto only. - **Company** — Travorio LLC, with no country stated in its terms. StaySats is run by TravelGoat LLC, United States. ## When is Travorio the better choice? Travorio is the better choice if you also need flights or event tickets from the same account. It also fits if you want to pay by card or with a pay-later service. It also lists more coins than StaySats, such as BNB and MATIC. If you hold one of those and none of our six coins, Travorio saves you a swap. **Travorio suits:** Travellers who want flights and hotels on one site, or who pay with coins such as BNB or MATIC. ## Travorio: FAQ ### Who owns Travorio? Travorio.com is operated by Travorio LLC, according to its terms of service, read on October 12, 2026. The terms do not state a country or a registered address. They list an email address and a US phone number. They apply US law, with special clauses for consumers in the EU, the UK and the UAE. ### How does Travorio refund a crypto payment? It depends on the page. The crypto payment page says eligible refunds go back in the original cryptocurrency or as Travorio credit. The terms say a refund approved by the supplier may be paid in fiat, travel credit or another method. They add that crypto-to-crypto refunds are not guaranteed, and that refunds may take 4 to 12 weeks or longer. ### Does Travorio charge a fee for crypto payments? No, per its payment page: Travorio says paying in crypto costs nothing extra, so you pay the network fee only. Its terms add two limits. Network and gas fees are not refunded, and Travorio service fees are not refundable unless the law requires it. ### Does Travorio name the USDT network? Not on its crypto payment page, read on October 12, 2026. It lists BTC, ETH, USDT, USDC, BNB, SOL, MATIC and LTC, and says it accepts 100+ cryptocurrencies, but gives no network for USDT or USDC. StaySats takes USDT on Tron (TRC-20) or Ethereum (ERC-20) and USDC on Ethereum, and shows the network before you send. ### Is StaySats a Travorio alternative for every trip? No. Travorio sells hotels, flights and event tickets. StaySats sells hotel bookings only, paid in crypto from a $25 top-up, with no flights. Compare both in our [crypto hotel booking sites guide](https://staysats.com/best-crypto-hotel-booking-sites/). ## Other company sheets Every seller, with sources, is in the [crypto travel seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/). - [Travorio: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/travorio/) - [LockTrip: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/locktrip/) - [KryptoMate: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/kryptomate/) - [Flyfi: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/flyfi/) - [Entravel: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/entravel/) - [Crypto.com Travel: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/crypto-com-travel/) ## Sources about Travorio 1. [Pay with cryptocurrency](https://travorio.com/payment/crypto) — Travorio (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [Terms and Conditions](https://travorio.com/terms) — Travorio (checked 2026-10-12) 3. [llms.txt](https://travorio.com/llms.txt) — Travorio (checked 2026-10-12) **Pay a hotel in crypto** Top up from $25; you are charged only once the hotel confirms. [Search hotels](https://staysats.com/hotels/) · [How it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # How to pay for a hotel abroad with USDT from Argentina > Pay a hotel abroad with USDT from Argentina: Brazil, Miami, Cancún and more. The stay is held, not charged, until the hotel confirms. Brazil's guest form. - URL: https://staysats.com/argentina-hotels-abroad-usdt/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) For travellers in Argentina who hold USDT: how to book a hotel abroad from a stablecoin balance, step by step. Then what hotels in Brazil and elsewhere ask for at check-in. **Quick answer — How can I pay for a hotel abroad with USDT from Argentina?** From Argentina, you can pay for a hotel abroad with USDT or other crypto on **StaySats**. Top up from $25 on TRC-20 or ERC-20, then book Rio de Janeiro, Miami or another city. The total of the stay is held, not charged, until the hotel confirmation number is issued. We pay the hotel in its own currency. ## Paying a hotel abroad from Argentina, in facts | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Pay StaySats with | BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC; USDT on TRC-20 (20 confirmations) or ERC-20 (12 confirmations) | | Minimum top-up | $25; balance kept in USD; unused balance never expires | | When you are charged | Only when the hotel confirmation number is issued | | Data we ask | The lead guest's name and an email address; no ID upload at checkout | | Brazil on sale | Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo and Florianópolis | | Check-in in Brazil | Digital guest form (FNRH Digital); hotels had to adopt it by April 20, 2026. Foreign guests use the English or Spanish module. | | Not available yet | Hotels in Spain, including Madrid and Barcelona | | The hotel can't host you | 100% of the stay back, in USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or as balance credit | ## How do I pay for a hotel abroad with USDT on TRC-20? Six steps, from your USDT to the hotel desk. 1. **Have USDT on Tron (TRC-20)** — Use an exchange or a wallet that sends USDT on the Tron network. If you send from your own wallet, keep a little TRX: Tron network fees are paid in TRX. 2. **Top up your StaySats balance** — Choose an amount from $25, pick USDT on TRC-20, and copy the address shown on the payment page. 3. **Send on TRC-20 only** — After 20 confirmations, your balance is credited in USD. Funds sent on another network may be lost. 4. **Search and book** — Choose the city, the dates and the guests. The exact total is held on your balance, not charged, while we request the booking from the hotel. 5. **Get the confirmation number** — Your balance is charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued. If we can't confirm the booking in time, the amount is released. 6. **Check in with your ID** — The hotel checks your ID as local law requires and may ask for a card or a cash deposit for extras. ## Search hotels abroad Search hotels: https://staysats.com/app/hotels/search Live prices in USD for the whole stay; taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them. Bookings are made on request: nothing is charged until the hotel confirmation number is issued, and a higher total needs your agreement. ## What do hotels in Brazil ask for at check-in? A digital guest form. Brazil's Ministry of Tourism replaced the paper guest form with the FNRH Digital (Ficha Nacional de Registro de Hóspedes). Hotels, pousadas and hostels had to adopt it by April 20, 2026. Foreign guests need no CPF and no gov.br account. The system has modules in English and Spanish, and the hotel enters your passport or other international ID. You can often fill in the form before you arrive, through a link or a QR code sent by the hotel. The form goes to the government, not to us. StaySats asks only for the lead guest's name and an email address. If you travel with your DNI, ask the hotel which document it will record. ## Should I send USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20? Both work. USDT on TRC-20 is credited after 20 confirmations, and USDT on ERC-20 after 12. Network fees differ by network and change from day to day; we will publish measured fees once we have them. Whatever you choose, send USDT only to the address shown for that network. The full comparison is on [TRC-20 or ERC-20 for hotels](https://staysats.com/usdt-trc20-or-erc20-for-hotels/). ## Which destinations can I book from Argentina? 97 of our 100 destinations are on sale. Nearby, you can book Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo and Florianópolis in Brazil, as well as Santiago and Lima. Further away: [Miami](https://staysats.com/hotels/miami/), Orlando, [New York](https://staysats.com/hotels/new-york/), Cancún and Punta Cana. Madrid and Barcelona are not available yet. Spanish law makes booking intermediaries report guest and payment details within 24 hours, and our registration with SES.HOSPEDAJES is not done. The reason is on [where we can't sell hotels](https://staysats.com/where-we-cant-sell-hotels/). At home, BTC Map lists 86 places within 25 km of central Buenos Aires, 16 of them verified in 2025 or later. Florianópolis lists 45 places and 4 hotels, and Rio de Janeiro 35 places. ## Will the hotel ask for a card or a deposit? Often, yes, for extras. We ask only for the lead guest's name and an email address: there is no ID upload at our checkout. At the hotel, staff check your passport or ID as local law requires. Many hotels also ask for a card or a cash deposit for extras, even when the room is prepaid. If you prefer not to use a card, ask the hotel before you arrive whether it accepts a cash deposit. Hotel group rules are on [check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/). ## What happens if the hotel cancels or the price changes? You do not lose your USDT. Bookings are made on request, and we confirm the final total with the hotel. If it is higher than the amount held, you accept the new total or have the amount released. If we cannot confirm the booking in time, the full amount is released to your balance. If the hotel can't host you, you get 100% of the stay back. You choose USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or balance credit. Released or refunded amounts can be withdrawn in USDT or USDC. If you cancel a refundable rate yourself, what the hotel refunds, minus its penalty, goes back to your balance. All cases: [refunds](https://staysats.com/refunds/). ## Frequently asked questions ### Do I need a gov.br account for a hotel in Brazil? No. Brazil's Ministry of Tourism says foreign guests need neither a CPF nor a gov.br account for the digital guest form. The form has English and Spanish modules, and the hotel records your passport or other international ID. The form is the hotel's legal duty; StaySats never sees it. ### How long does a USDT TRC-20 top-up take? Your balance is credited once the transaction has 20 confirmations on the Tron network. We publish no average time until we have measured it. Once the balance is credited in USD, you can book. The total of the stay is held, then charged when the hotel confirmation number is issued. ### Can I book a hotel in Brazil from Argentina with USDT? Yes. Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo and Florianópolis are on sale. You pay StaySats in USDT, and we pay the hotel in reais. Local taxes paid at the hotel, if any, are confirmed with your booking. Bring the ID you travel with: the hotel records it in the digital guest form. ### Why can't I book a hotel in Madrid or Barcelona? Because hotels in Spain are not available on StaySats yet. Royal Decree 933/2021 makes booking intermediaries register with SES.HOSPEDAJES and report guest and payment details within 24 hours. Our registration is not done. We will announce the change in our changelog when Spanish hotels open. ### Do you ask for my DNI or passport when I book? No. We ask for the lead guest's name and an email address. There is no ID upload and no selfie at checkout. Write the name exactly as on the document you will show, because the hotel checks your ID at check-in as local law requires. ### Can I pay in pesos, by card or by bank transfer? No. StaySats takes crypto only: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC. We do not accept cards, bank transfers, Monero or Lightning. Your balance is kept in USD once your crypto is confirmed, and unused balance never expires. Each top-up starts at $25, and released or refunded amounts can be withdrawn in USDT or USDC. ### What if the hotel cancels my booking? If the hotel can't host you, you get 100% of the stay back. You choose: USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or a credit on your StaySats balance. If the hotel never confirmed the booking, the amount held is released to your balance at once. ### Is paying for a hotel in crypto taxable in Argentina? Paying in crypto may be a taxable event in your country. Check local rules. We do not give tax advice: ask a contador (accountant) about your own situation, including any gains on the crypto you spend. Keep a record of each top-up and booking, with the date and the amount. ## Sources 1. [Ficha Nacional de Registro de Hóspedes: perguntas frequentes](https://www.gov.br/turismo/pt-br/acesso-a-informacao/acoes-e-programas/programas-projetos-acoes-obras-e-atividades/ficha-nacional-de-registro-de-hospedes/faq) — Ministério do Turismo (Brazil) (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [Hotéis têm até esta segunda (20) para adotar o check-in digital em todo o país](https://movimentoeconomico.com.br/hotelaria/2026/04/20/hoteis-tem-ate-esta-segunda-20-para-adotar-o-check-in-digital-em-todo-o-pais/) — Movimento Econômico (2026-04-20) 3. [Royal Decree 933/2021 (guest register)](https://www.boe.es/buscar/act.php?id=BOE-A-2021-17461) — Boletín Oficial del Estado (2021) 4. [BTC Map, places API (v4)](https://api.btcmap.org/v4/places) — BTC Map (checked 2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Crypto travel agencies for hotels, compared on refunds, networks and fees (October 2026) > Crypto travel agencies for hotels compared: 9 sites on refunds of crypto payments, networks, ID checks and fees, checked October 12, 2026. Ours is shown apart. - URL: https://staysats.com/best-crypto-hotel-booking-sites/ - Last updated: 2026-10-13 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Nine sites that take crypto for hotels or hotel credit, compared on the same six facts: refunds, networks, charge timing, ID, company and fees. We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto, so we do not rank ourselves. Our service is shown apart, with the same facts. **Quick answer — Which crypto hotel booking sites can you compare in 2026?** We compare nine sites that take crypto for hotels or hotel credit, checked October 12, 2026 (LockTrip: October 13). They are Travala, Travorio, Cryptorefills, KryptoMate, LockTrip, Crypto.com Travel, Entravel, Trip.com and Bitrefill gift cards. Refunds differ most. We have not tested them with real bookings, so we rank none as best. **StaySats**, the publisher, is shown apart. ## Key facts (checked October 12, 2026) | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Sites compared | 9 that take crypto for hotels or hotel credit; StaySats, the publisher, is shown apart and not ranked | | Order of the list | By how many of the six facts each site publishes on its own pages; then sites with access limits; gift cards last | | The six facts | Refund form after a hotel cancellation, coins and networks named, when you are charged, ID at checkout, company disclosed, published fees | | Refunds crypto as site credit | Travala (Travel Credits, unless you paid with Binance Pay or Crypto.com Pay) | | Networks named | Travala, KryptoMate and Cryptorefills; Trip.com per press reports only | | Access limits | Trip.com: stablecoins in some markets only; Crypto.com Travel: US Level Up subscribers at launch; Entravel: members' club | | Company and country published | Travala (Singapore), Cryptorefills (Netherlands) and LockTrip (Bulgaria, read October 13, 2026) | | Test bookings made | None yet; results will be added here, with their dates | > **Disclosure** We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto, so StaySats is not in the list below. Our service is shown apart, after it. Every fact about another site comes from its own pages or a marked press source, read on October 12, 2026 (LockTrip: October 13). This page is written by the StaySats research desk, TravelGoat LLC. Named reviewers will be listed here when appointed. ## Nine crypto hotel booking sites, ordered by facts published (October 2026) **Methodology.** Published by StaySats (TravelGoat LLC), which sells hotel bookings paid in crypto and is not in this list. Each site is checked against the same six facts, on its own pages or marked press reports, read on October 12, 2026 (LockTrip: October 13). Sites open to any traveller come first, by how many of the six facts they publish; ties are alphabetical. Sites with access limits come next, in alphabetical order, then gift cards. This order is not a quality rating. *Checked on October 12, 2026.* For sites open to any traveller, the badge shows how many of the six facts the site publishes on its own pages. For the others, it shows the access limit. ### 1. Travala — 5 of 6 facts published Travala Pte. Ltd., Singapore. Sells hotels, flights, activities and car rentals, with 129 payment options. Refunds crypto payments as Travel Credits, which cannot be cashed out, within 7 business days. Binance Pay payments come back in USDT. - Good fit for: Travellers who also need flights, use Binance Pay or Lightning, or collect AVA rewards - KYC: Guest checkout possible; its terms allow ID checks at any time and frozen funds - Crypto payment: 100+ cryptocurrencies, including BTC, Lightning, ETH, SOL, LTC, USDC and USDT on several networks - Pros: Company, address and custody partner published - Pros: Fees for flight refunds published - Pros: Binance Pay refunds in USDT - Cons: Crypto refunds as Travel Credits, not crypto - Cons: Its USDT page names only ERC-20 - Cons: Charge timing not stated ### 2. LockTrip — 4 of 6 facts published Its terms, read October 13, 2026, name Locktrip Ltd., a Bulgarian company. Sells hotels for 21 cryptocurrencies, cards and its LOC token. Its terms refund crypto payments in USDC; its FAQ says the original payment method, minus a fee of up to 2%. - Good fit for: Comparing room offers, and developers who want a public hotel API - KYC: Account required to see prices and book; national ID or passport for its identity checks (AML policy) - Crypto payment: 21 coins and LOC; networks not named - Pros: Company, country and crypto refund form in its terms - Pros: Public booking API, search without a key - Pros: Room-only and breakfast rates both shown - Cons: Networks not named - Cons: Its terms and FAQ differ on the refund form ### 3. Travorio — 4 of 6 facts published Travorio LLC, country not stated. Sells hotels, flights and event tickets for 100+ cryptocurrencies, cards and pay-later services. Its payment page says crypto costs nothing extra. Its terms say crypto-to-crypto refunds are not guaranteed and may take 4 to 12 weeks. - Good fit for: Paying with coins that StaySats does not take, such as BNB or MATIC - KYC: No identity-check clause found - Crypto payment: BTC, ETH, USDT, USDC, BNB, SOL, MATIC, LTC and more; networks not named - Pros: No extra crypto fee stated - Pros: Charge timing in its terms - Cons: USDT network not named - Cons: Refund may come as fiat or credit ### 4. Cryptorefills — 3 of 6 facts published Big Dream Ventures B.V., in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. Sells hotels and flights for about 27 crypto assets, with networks named. Flights cancelled by the airline are refunded in fiat money. We found no refund rule for hotels. - Good fit for: Travellers who want hotels and flights on one site, paid on networks such as TON, Base or Solana - KYC: Email address for the booking; an account is needed to request changes - Crypto payment: About 27 assets on Tron, TON, Solana, Base, Ethereum, Polygon, Arbitrum, BSC and more; on-chain BTC excluded for flights - Pros: Company and country published - Pros: Networks named, Tron included - Cons: No hotel refund rule found - Cons: Booking changes may carry fees payable in fiat money ### 5. KryptoMate — 3 of 6 facts published Cryptomate Limited, country not stated. Sells hotels, flights, eSIMs and gift cards for 200+ cryptocurrencies on 20+ named networks, Tron included. Its refund policy for crypto purchases was not readable when we checked. - Good fit for: Holders of less common coins or chains - KYC: AML and KYC policy page; checkout rules not stated - Crypto payment: 200+ cryptocurrencies on Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, BNB Chain, Polygon, Tron and more - Pros: Networks named, Tron included - Pros: Company name published - Cons: Hotel refund form not readable - Cons: Country not stated ### 6. Crypto.com Travel — Access: US Level Up members A booking service inside the Crypto.com app, launched on May 5, 2026, for Level Up subscribers, US users only at launch. Takes 400+ cryptocurrencies through Crypto.com Pay, per its help center, and pays CRO rewards. Crypto refunds are decided case by case. - Good fit for: US subscribers who keep their crypto in the Crypto.com app - KYC: Crypto.com account and Level Up subscription - Crypto payment: 400+ cryptocurrencies through Crypto.com Pay (help center); networks not named - Pros: CRO rewards up to 40% on the top plan - Pros: Also flights, cruises and car rentals - Cons: US only at launch - Cons: Subscription required ### 7. Entravel — Access: members' club A members-only hotel club reached through KuCoin Pay Travel and a Bybit Card offer. Claims 2.2 million hotels and discounts of up to 60%, without a published method. We found no company name and no refund rule. - Good fit for: KuCoin users and Bybit Card holders who book luxury hotels - KYC: Your exchange account, for partner offers - Crypto payment: 50+ cryptocurrencies through KuCoin Pay Travel; Bybit Card - Pros: Free membership for Bybit users (2025) - Pros: Up to 6% extra cashback with the Bybit Card - Cons: No company name found - Cons: Discount claims without a method ### 8. Trip.com — Access: some markets A large booking site. Per press reports, it has offered USDT and USDC for prepaid hotels and flights since about October 2025, in some markets, by location. Not in mainland China. We found no official page on stablecoin refunds or fees. - Good fit for: Travellers in a market where the stablecoin option appears at checkout - KYC: Name and email for a hotel (search snippet) - Crypto payment: USDT and USDC on Ethereum, Tron, Polygon and Solana (press reports) - Pros: Prepaid hotels and flights both eligible, per the press - Pros: Stablecoins on several networks, per the press - Cons: No official page on the stablecoin option - Cons: Availability depends on your location ### 9. Bitrefill (gift cards) — Not a booking site Sells gift cards that you redeem elsewhere: Airbnb, Hotelgift, Global Hotel Card by Expedia and more. Most travel cards cost face value; Airbnb USA costs $0.26 more per card. The Airbnb card is for US residents only. - Good fit for: US residents who already chose the property, and Lightning users - Price: Face value on Hotelgift and Global Hotel Card; Airbnb USA: $25.26 for a $25 card (October 12, 2026) - KYC: Limits without an account (search snippet) - Crypto payment: BTC, Lightning, ETH, USDT, USDC, SOL, LTC, DOGE, DASH, Binance Pay - Pros: Almost no cost above face value - Pros: Lightning accepted - Cons: You book and cancel on another site - Cons: Airbnb card: US residents, under 28 nights *Disclosure: this page is published by StaySats. Competitor details come from their public websites at the date shown above and may have changed since.* > **Our service: StaySats, shown apart and not ranked** StaySats publishes this page, so it is kept out of the list. Here are the same six facts about us. Refund after a hotel cancellation: if the hotel can't host you, 100% of the stay in USDT or USDC within 7 days. You can choose balance credit instead. If you cancel a refundable rate, the refund is balance credit. Coins and networks: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC; USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20, USDC on ERC-20. When you are charged: the total is held at checkout. We book on request and charge it when the hotel confirmation number is issued. ID at checkout: the lead guest's name and an email address, with no ID upload. The hotel checks your ID at check-in. Company: TravelGoat LLC, United States. Price: the price found live for your dates, in US dollars, for the whole stay. Taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them; the final total is confirmed with the hotel before you are charged; no booking fee or card surcharge on top. Limits: hotels only; six coins, with no Monero, no Lightning and no card. The site is new: no measured prices or confirmation times are published yet. Details: how it works. ## The six facts, site by site What each site publishes on its own pages, or what the press reports when marked. "Not stated" means we did not find it on the pages we read. Read on October 12, 2026; LockTrip's row on October 13. Our row is last and marked. | Site | Refund after a hotel cancellation | Coins and networks | When you are charged | ID at checkout | Company | Published fees | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Travala | Travel Credits, within 7 business days (Binance Pay: USDT) | 129 options; USDT on several named networks | Not stated | Guest checkout; ID may be asked at any time (terms) | Travala Pte. Ltd., Singapore | Flights: $15 to void, $25 per person to refund; card surcharge possible | | LockTrip | Crypto payments: USDC (terms); original method, up to 2% fee (FAQ) | 21 coins and LOC; networks not named | Not stated | Account to see prices; ID or passport for its identity checks (AML policy) | LockTrip LLC (Locktrip Ltd. in its terms), Bulgaria | Crypto or card processor fee on top (terms); refunds: up to 2% (FAQ) | | Travorio | Fiat, credit or other method; crypto not guaranteed (terms) | 100+ coins; networks not named | Once the blockchain confirms (terms) | Not stated | Travorio LLC, country not stated | No extra crypto fee stated; service fees not refundable | | Cryptorefills | Hotels: not found. Flights cancelled by the airline: fiat money | About 27 assets; Tron, TON, Solana, Base and more | Not stated | Email for the booking; account to request changes | Big Dream Ventures B.V., Netherlands | Not stated; changes payable in fiat money | | KryptoMate | In a separate policy (not readable when checked) | 200+ coins; 20+ networks, Tron included | Not stated | AML and KYC policy page | Cryptomate Limited, country not stated | Taxes and fees included (flights page) | | Crypto.com Travel | Case by case, to the original method | 400+ via Crypto.com Pay (help center); networks not named | Charged in USD at booking | Crypto.com account and Level Up | Crypto.com; entity not named | Not published | | Entravel | Not found | Through partners; networks not named | Not stated | Exchange account (partner offers) | Not found | Membership; discounts claimed | | Trip.com | Not found | USDT, USDC on several networks (press) | Prepaid bookings | Name and email (search snippet) | Trip.com Group | Not published | | Bitrefill (gift cards) | Rules of the card's brand | BTC, Lightning, USDT, USDC and more; USDT network not named | Before you get the code | Limits without an account (snippet) | Not in our sources | Face value; Airbnb USA +$0.26 per card | | StaySats (ours, not ranked) | Hotel can't host you: USDT or USDC within 7 days, or balance credit. You cancel: balance credit | 6 coins; USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20, USDC on ERC-20 | Held; booked on request; charged when the hotel confirmation number is issued | Name and contact; no ID upload | TravelGoat LLC, United States | No booking fee or card surcharge on top; final total confirmed with the hotel before you are charged | *Checked on October 12, 2026.* Sources for every cell are listed at the end of this page. Full company rows, with a source for each seller: [crypto travel seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/). ## Which crypto hotel booking site fits which traveller? Pick on the fact that matters most to you. - **You want crypto back if the hotel cancels:** Travala pays USDT only for Binance Pay; plain crypto comes back as Travel Credits. StaySats pays USDT or USDC within 7 days. - **You also need flights or car rentals:** Travala, Travorio, KryptoMate, Cryptorefills or Crypto.com Travel. StaySats sells hotels only. - **You hold an uncommon coin:** KryptoMate (200+ coins, 20+ networks) or Travorio (100+ coins). - **You pay with Lightning:** Travala or Bitrefill. StaySats does not take Lightning. - **You are a US resident and already chose the Airbnb:** a Bitrefill Airbnb gift card, for stays under 28 nights. - **You want to send USDT on Tron:** Travala, KryptoMate, Cryptorefills and StaySats name Tron; check the network on the payment page. If Travala is your starting point, read [what to use instead of Travala](https://staysats.com/travala-alternative/). For how our own checkout works, read [how it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/) and [pricing](https://staysats.com/pricing/). ## Are crypto hotel sites more expensive than paying by card? We do not know yet: no one publishes a measured comparison, and neither do we. Our only check, on October 12, 2026, could not be compared fairly. One site's price included taxes, and the other site did not say. A fair test compares the total with taxes for the same room, date and cancellation terms. StaySats shows the price found live for your dates, in US dollars, for the whole stay. Taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them; the final total is confirmed with the hotel before you are charged. We will publish a measured price check, with its date and method, before we make any price claim. ## Which sites did we leave out, and why? We left out sites that do not sell hotels, are closed, publish too little to fill the six facts, or joined our registry later. As of October 12, 2026: - **Added to the [seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/) on October 13, 2026, not compared here yet:** trip1, BitPay Travel, TravelSwap, IMPT and BitPay gift cards. - **Flight-only sellers:** Laters and Alternative Airlines. They are in the [seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/). - **Closed or not launched:** CheapAir (closed to the public in 2024), CryptoCribs (closed in 2021) and CoinBooking (pre-launch). - **Too little published:** Flyfi, launched in July 2026 with a sponsored press release; see [Is Flyfi legit?](https://staysats.com/alternatives/flyfi/). - **Not tested:** Destinia, a Spanish site that shows prices in mBTC. Its bitcoin page excludes cruises, car rentals and some hotels that take payment only at the property. We also did not test Sleap.io. - **StaySats:** we publish this page, so our service is shown apart, above. ## Crypto hotel booking sites compared: FAQ ### Which crypto hotel booking site should I use in 2026? It depends on the refund you want. Travala publishes the most of our six facts and also sells flights, but it refunds plain crypto as Travel Credits. StaySats, which publishes this page, pays USDT or USDC when the hotel can't host you. We have not made test bookings yet, so we name no winner. ### Why is StaySats not in the list? Because we publish this page and sell hotel bookings paid in crypto. Ranking ourselves would not be fair to you. Our service is shown apart, with the same six facts and its limits. A site's place in the list is not a quality rating: it shows how much the site publishes. ### How many travel sites accept crypto for hotels? 15 active sellers in our registry take crypto for hotels, as of October 13, 2026. They are Travala, Travorio, LockTrip, Cryptorefills, KryptoMate, Trip.com, Crypto.com Travel, Destinia, Entravel, Flyfi, trip1, Sleap, BitPay Travel, TravelSwap, and IMPT. The [crypto travel seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/) gives each one's company, coins, refund rule and fees, with sources. ### Which crypto hotel sites refund in crypto instead of credit? Few say so on their own pages. Travala refunds crypto as Travel Credits, except Binance Pay (USDT) and Crypto.com Pay. Travorio's terms say crypto-to-crypto refunds are not guaranteed. LockTrip's terms refund crypto payments in USDC. StaySats pays USDT or USDC within 7 days when the hotel can't host you, or balance credit if you prefer. The rule of each other seller is in the [crypto travel seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/). ### Which sites accept USDT on TRC-20 for hotels? KryptoMate and Cryptorefills list Tron among their networks. Travala's payment options page has a USDT entry labelled TRC-20 in its code. Trip.com accepts USDT on Tron in some markets, per press reports. StaySats accepts USDT on Tron (TRC-20) or Ethereum (ERC-20). Travorio, LockTrip and Bitrefill list USDT without naming its network on the pages we read. ### Is Travala better than StaySats? For some trips, yes. Travala sells flights, activities and car rentals, takes 129 payment options, including Lightning and cards, and has a loyalty program. StaySats sells hotels only and takes six coins. The main difference is the refund: Travala refunds crypto as Travel Credits, while StaySats pays USDT or USDC when the hotel can't host you. ### Do I need ID to book a hotel with crypto? Not at checkout on most crypto sites, but always at the hotel. LockTrip's terms require an account to see prices and book. Crypto.com Travel needs a Crypto.com account. Travala allows guest checkout, but its terms let it ask for ID at any time. StaySats asks for the lead guest's name and an email address, with no ID upload. ### Can I book an Airbnb with crypto? Not directly: Airbnb takes no crypto. The usual route is an Airbnb gift card bought with crypto on Bitrefill. It is for US residents with a US payment method, and not for stays of 28 nights or more. StaySats sells hotels, not Airbnb homes. Read our dated answer: [Does Airbnb accept crypto?](https://staysats.com/does/airbnb-accept-crypto/) ### Does Booking.com accept crypto? No, not directly, as of October 2026. Booking.com takes no cryptocurrency at its own checkout. To pay a hotel in crypto, use a crypto booking site such as Travala, Travorio or StaySats. A gift card also works where the brand allows it. Our dated answer: [Does Booking.com accept crypto?](https://staysats.com/does/booking-com-accept-crypto/) ### How often is this comparison updated? Every quarter, and sooner when a site changes its refund rules, payment methods or status. The current version was checked on October 12, 2026. Each change is logged in our [changelog](https://staysats.com/changelog/). The same facts, with a source for every row, are in the [crypto travel seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/). ## Sources (checked October 12, 2026 unless dated otherwise) 1. [Terms and conditions](https://www.travala.com/terms-and-conditions) — Travala (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [Payment options](https://www.travala.com/payment-options) — Travala (checked 2026-10-12) 3. [What are my hotel booking refund options?](https://help.travala.com/hc/en-us/articles/28327201309849) — Travala help center (2026-09-06) 4. [How long should I wait for my refund payout?](https://help.travala.com/hc/en-us/articles/29840398218393) — Travala help center (2026-10-08) 5. [Pay with cryptocurrency](https://travorio.com/payment/crypto) — Travorio (checked 2026-10-12) 6. [Terms and Conditions](https://travorio.com/terms) — Travorio (checked 2026-10-12) 7. [llms.txt](https://kryptomate.com/llms.txt) — KryptoMate (checked 2026-10-12) 8. [Compare and book hotels with crypto](https://www.cryptorefills.com/en/stays) — Cryptorefills (checked 2026-10-12) 9. [Flights](https://www.cryptorefills.com/en/flights) — Cryptorefills (checked 2026-10-12) 10. [Book hotels with crypto](https://locktrip.com/en/page/book-hotels-with-crypto) — LockTrip (checked 2026-10-12) 11. [Hotel Booking MCP API (OpenAPI file)](https://locktrip.com/mcp/openapi.json) — LockTrip (checked 2026-10-12) 12. [General terms of use](https://locktrip.com/terms) — LockTrip (checked 2026-10-13) 13. [Support FAQ](https://locktrip.com/support) — LockTrip (checked 2026-10-13) 14. [AML & KYC policy](https://locktrip.com/aml_kyc) — LockTrip (checked 2026-10-13) 15. [Trip.com tests stablecoin payments overseas, offering USDT and USDC for prepaid bookings](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/trip-com-tests-stablecoin-payments-093000388.html) — South China Morning Post via Yahoo Finance (2025-12-29) 16. [Crypto.com Travel launch](https://crypto.com/en/product-news/cdc-travel-launch) — Crypto.com (2026-05-05) 17. [Crypto.com Travel (help center)](https://help.crypto.com/en/articles/14836843-crypto-com-travel) — Crypto.com (checked 2026-10-12) 18. [Introducing KuCoin Pay Travel, through a partnership with Entravel](https://www.kucoin.com/blog/en-introducing-kucoin-pay-travel-a-global-crypto-travel-platform-delivering-luxury-hotel-savings-of-up-to-60-through-a-partnership-with-entravel) — KuCoin (2025-11-27) 19. [Bybit Card partners with Entravel to bring discounted luxury travel to its users](https://chainwire.org/2025/01/14/bybit-card-partners-with-entravel-to-bring-discounted-luxury-travel-to-its-users) — Chainwire (2025-01-14) 20. [Airbnb USA gift card](https://www.bitrefill.com/us/en/gift-cards/airbnb-usa/) — Bitrefill (checked 2026-10-12) 21. [Travel gift cards (US)](https://www.bitrefill.com/us/en/gift-cards/travel/) — Bitrefill (checked 2026-10-12) 22. [Flyfi Launches Hotel Booking Platform With Cryptocurrency Payments and No Account Registration (sponsored release)](https://decrypt.co/374040/flyfi-launches-hotel-booking-platform-with-cryptocurrency-payments-and-no-account-registration) — Decrypt (2026-07-22) 23. [Paga tu viaje en Bitcoins de forma rápida y segura con Destinia](https://destinia.com/criptomonedas/bitcoin) — Destinia (checked 2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Hotel gift cards or a crypto hotel booking site? > Bitrefill hotel gift cards or a crypto hotel booking site? Face value, $0.26 more per Airbnb card, US-only rules and refunds compared, checked October 12, 2026. - URL: https://staysats.com/bitrefill-gift-cards-vs-hotel-booking/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) You can pay for a stay in crypto in two ways. Buy a gift card and book on the brand's site, or book on a site that takes crypto directly. Here is what each costs, who can use it and what happens when a booking is cancelled. **Quick answer — Hotel gift cards or a crypto hotel booking site: which is better?** Hotel gift cards bought with crypto on Bitrefill cost face value, or $0.26 more per Airbnb USA card. You then book and cancel on the brand's site, under its rules. The Airbnb card is for US residents and stays under 28 nights. **StaySats** books the hotel itself, on request, and holds your crypto until the hotel confirms. ## Gift card facts (Bitrefill pages, checked October 12, 2026) | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Airbnb USA card | $25 to $500; costs face value plus $0.26 per card, so $25.26 for a $25 card | | Airbnb card rules | US residents with a US-based payment method; airbnb.com only; not for stays of 28 nights or more; up to 9 cards a day | | Hotelgift USD card | 50 to 2,000 USD at face value; redeemable worldwide on hotelgift.com; 750,000+ hotels in 170+ countries | | Global Hotel Card by Expedia | 50 to 500 USD at face value; "works only in United States"; globalhotelcard.com only; 600,000+ properties | | Coins at Bitrefill | BTC, Lightning, ETH, USDT, USDC, SOL, LTC, DOGE, DASH and Binance Pay | | Expiry | Airbnb and Global Hotel Card funds do not expire, per their card terms | | StaySats instead | The booking itself, paid from a crypto balance (top-up from $25); booked on request and charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued | > **Disclosure** We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto, so we are one of the two options on this page. Our offer is included and marked. Gift card facts come from Bitrefill's product pages and the card terms shown there, read on October 12, 2026. This page is written by the StaySats research desk, TravelGoat LLC. Named reviewers will be listed here when appointed. ## How does a hotel gift card bought with crypto work? Four steps, two sites. Bitrefill sells the code; the brand handles the booking. 1. **Buy the code** — Pick a card on Bitrefill, such as Hotelgift or Airbnb, and pay with BTC, Lightning, USDT or another coin. 2. **Receive it by email** — Bitrefill sends the code, or shows it after checkout. 3. **Book on the brand's site** — Choose the hotel or home on hotelgift.com, globalhotelcard.com or airbnb.com, and enter the code at payment. 4. **Pay any difference** — If the stay costs more than the card, you pay the rest with another payment method, such as a card. ## Gift card or StaySats booking, side by side Gift card facts from Bitrefill's pages, read on October 12, 2026. Our column is marked. | | Hotel gift card (Bitrefill) | StaySats booking (ours) | | --- | --- | --- | | What you buy | A code to spend on the brand's own site | The hotel booking itself | | Cost above the stay | None on Hotelgift and Global Hotel Card; $0.26 per Airbnb USA card | The price found live for your dates; the final total, with any local tax paid at the hotel, is confirmed before you are charged | | Who can use it | Airbnb: US residents with a US payment method. Global Hotel Card: US only. Hotelgift: worldwide | No residence rule; no hotels in sanctioned places, and Spain not available yet | | Long stays | Airbnb card not valid for 28 nights or more | Set by the hotel's rate rules | | Paying the exact amount | Fixed or custom card values; the rest by another method | The exact total of the stay is held on your balance | | If the hotel cancels | The brand's own policy applies | 100% in USDT or USDC within 7 days, or balance credit if you choose it | | If you cancel | The brand's cancellation policy applies | The hotel's refund, minus its penalty, as balance credit | | Coins | BTC, Lightning, ETH, USDT, USDC, SOL, LTC, DOGE, DASH, Binance Pay | BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC; no Lightning | | Leftover value | Stays on the brand account | Stays on your balance and never expires | *Checked on October 12, 2026.* ## What does a hotel gift card cost? Most travel gift cards on Bitrefill cost exactly their face value. On October 12, 2026, that was true of Hotelgift (50 to 2,000 USD), Global Hotel Card by Expedia (50 to 500 USD), Flightgift and Delta. Airbnb USA cards cost $0.26 more per card: 1.04% extra on a $25 card and 0.26% on a $100 card. In both cases you also pay the network fee of your crypto transfer. With a gift card, any amount above the card value is paid by another method. At StaySats, you pay from your crypto balance, at the price found live for your dates. The final total is confirmed with the hotel before you are charged. ## Who can use each gift card? The rules depend on the card, and they are strict. - **Airbnb USA:** only US residents with a US-based payment method can redeem it, on airbnb.com only. It cannot pay for reservations of 28 nights or longer. Airbnb may limit you to 9 cards a day. - **Global Hotel Card by Expedia:** its Bitrefill page says it "works only in United States". You book on globalhotelcard.com, not on expedia.com, with up to 4 cards per reservation. - **Hotelgift USD:** redeemable worldwide on hotelgift.com, with up to 3 codes combined. At the hotel, you still show your ID at check-in, whichever way you paid. ## What happens if the booking is cancelled? With a gift card, the brand's own cancellation policy applies, because the brand made the booking. Global Hotel Card's page says you can cancel online without penalty when you follow the property's policy. Bitrefill's "Fair Refund Policy" covers the code purchase, not the stay. Check where a refund goes before you book. With StaySats, the rule is ours and published. If the hotel can't host you, you get 100% of the stay back. It comes in USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or as balance credit if you choose it. If you cancel a refundable rate, the hotel's refund, minus its penalty, comes back as balance credit. Details: [refunds](https://staysats.com/refunds/). ## When does a gift card make sense? A gift card is the better choice in four cases. - **You already chose the property** on Airbnb, Hotelgift or Global Hotel Card. - **You are a US resident** with a US payment method, for the Airbnb and Global Hotel Card codes. - **You pay with Lightning:** Bitrefill accepts it; StaySats does not. - **You want to pay part in crypto and part by card:** the code covers part, a card covers the rest. For Airbnb, read our dated answer: [Does Airbnb accept crypto?](https://staysats.com/does/airbnb-accept-crypto/) ## When does a crypto hotel booking site make sense? A booking site such as StaySats is the better choice in four other cases. - **You live outside the US** and want a hotel, not only what Hotelgift lists. - **You stay 28 nights or more**, which the Airbnb card does not allow. - **You want stablecoins back if the hotel cancels**, rather than value stuck with a brand. - **You want one payment for the whole stay**, from a balance held, not charged, until the hotel confirms. See [how it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/) and [pricing](https://staysats.com/pricing/), or compare other sites in [crypto hotel booking sites compared](https://staysats.com/best-crypto-hotel-booking-sites/). ## Hotel gift cards or a booking site: FAQ ### Are Bitrefill hotel gift cards sold at face value? Mostly, yes. On October 12, 2026, Hotelgift, Global Hotel Card by Expedia, Flightgift and Delta cards were sold at face value on Bitrefill's US pages. Airbnb USA cards cost $0.26 more per card, so a $25 card costs $25.26. You also pay the network fee of your crypto transfer. ### Can I use a Bitrefill Airbnb card outside the US? Only if you are a US resident with a US-based payment method. The card terms say it can be redeemed worldwide by US residents, on airbnb.com only, so the stay can be abroad. It cannot pay for reservations of 28 nights or longer, and Airbnb may limit redemption to 9 cards a day. ### Which hotel gift card works outside the US? Hotelgift, per its Bitrefill page: the code is redeemable worldwide on hotelgift.com, which lists over 750,000 hotels in 170+ countries. Global Hotel Card by Expedia works only in the United States, per its Bitrefill page. Neither card is a booking: you still book on the brand's own site. ### Which Bitrefill alternative books the hotel itself? A crypto booking site makes the booking for you, instead of selling a code. Travala, Travorio, KryptoMate, Cryptorefills, LockTrip and StaySats sell hotel bookings paid in crypto, per their own pages read on October 12, 2026. Their refund rules differ: see [crypto hotel booking sites compared](https://staysats.com/best-crypto-hotel-booking-sites/). ### Is a gift card cheaper than booking with StaySats? A gift card adds little or nothing above its face value. StaySats shows the price found live for your dates, and the final total is confirmed with the hotel before you are charged. The total then depends on the price each site shows for the same room. We have not measured that comparison yet, so we make no price claim. ### What if I don't spend the whole gift card? The rest stays on your account with the brand. Airbnb and Global Hotel Card funds do not expire, per their card terms on Bitrefill. You cannot move that value back to crypto. At StaySats, unused balance also stays on your account and never expires. ### Do I need ID to buy a gift card or to book? Bitrefill sets purchase limits by account level, and higher limits need a verified account, per a search snippet we could not verify. StaySats asks for the lead guest's name and an email address, with no ID upload at checkout. In both cases, the hotel checks your ID at check-in. ### Can I pay part with a gift card and part with crypto at StaySats? No. StaySats takes payment from your crypto balance only: no gift cards, no cards and no bank transfers. The exact total of the stay is held on your balance at checkout. We book the room on request and charge it when the hotel confirmation number is issued. Top up from $25 with BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC. ## Sources (checked October 12, 2026) 1. [Travel gift cards (US)](https://www.bitrefill.com/us/en/gift-cards/travel/) — Bitrefill (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [Airbnb USA gift card](https://www.bitrefill.com/us/en/gift-cards/airbnb-usa/) — Bitrefill (checked 2026-10-12) 3. [Hotelgift USD gift card](https://www.bitrefill.com/us/en/gift-cards/hotelgift-us/) — Bitrefill (checked 2026-10-12) 4. [Global Hotel Card by Expedia (USA)](https://www.bitrefill.com/us/en/gift-cards/global-hotel-card-usa/) — Bitrefill (checked 2026-10-12) 5. [Flightgift USD gift card](https://www.bitrefill.com/us/en/gift-cards/flightgift-us/) — Bitrefill (checked 2026-10-12) 6. [How do I travel using crypto?](https://help.bitrefill.com/hc/en-us/articles/360019472559-How-do-I-travel-using-Crypto) — Bitrefill help center (2025-03-25) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # How to book a hotel room without a credit card (2026) > Book a hotel room without a credit card in 2026: 7 ways, from debit cards to crypto, and the limit of each. Hotel group rules checked October 13, 2026. - URL: https://staysats.com/book-hotel-without-credit-card/ - Last updated: 2026-10-13 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Big hotel groups still ask for a card number to guarantee most bookings. Here are the seven real ways around it. Four are classic: paying at the hotel, a debit or prepaid card, a bank transfer and a gift card. The others are a card authorization form, a hotel that takes crypto, and booking with crypto on StaySats. Each one has a limit, and the check-in deposit is a separate step. **Quick answer — How do I book a hotel without a credit card?** Use a debit card, a gift card or a bank transfer, or prepay in crypto. As of October 13, 2026, all 10 groups in our table (Hyatt: search extract) ask for a card number to book or guarantee online. **StaySats** takes crypto instead. Paying ahead with StaySats does not remove the hotel's incidental deposit at check-in. ## Booking without a credit card: key facts (October 12, 2026) | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Groups that ask a card number to book or guarantee online | All 10 groups we checked: Marriott, Hilton, IHG, Accor, Hyatt (search extract), Wyndham, Choice, Best Western, Radisson, Minor | | Card details by phone instead of online | Choice and Best Western take bookings by phone; Accor takes bank details by phone | | Groups that name a debit card for the booking | Hilton ("credit or debit card"), Accor ("credit/debit card") and Choice (in its late-arrival rule) | | Gift cards for the booking itself | Marriott: no, a gift card pays the bill at the hotel only | | Bank transfer | Arranged with each hotel; Marriott says to contact the hotel for direct billing | | Someone else pays | A card authorization form signed by the cardholder (Marriott, IHG, Choice) | | Large groups that take crypto | None of Marriott, Hilton, IHG, Accor, Hyatt, Wyndham, Choice, Best Western, Radisson, Minor | | Crypto at StaySats | BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC; top-up from $25; no card at checkout | | The limit in every case | The hotel may still ask for a card or cash deposit at check-in | ## Seven ways to book without a credit card, and the limit of each From each group's own help pages, checked October 12, 2026. We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto: our row is marked "ours". | Option | Card number still asked at booking? | Main limit | | --- | --- | --- | | Pay at the hotel (flexible rate) | Yes, as a guarantee at most groups | You pay on arrival, but a card guards the booking against a no-show | | Debit card | It is the card | Named by Hilton, Accor and Choice; a hold blocks real money for days | | Prepaid card | It is the card | None of the group pages we read names prepaid cards; front desks may refuse them | | Bank transfer | Depends on the hotel | Only by arrangement with one hotel; bank fees and delays | | Gift card bought with crypto | Yes: Marriott says a gift card cannot guarantee a booking | Pays the bill at the hotel only; US cards; a card is still asked for extras | | Card authorization form | Yes, someone else's card | The cardholder must sign and send it before arrival | | StaySats, paid in crypto (ours) | No: crypto only | The hotel may still ask for a card or cash deposit at check-in | ## Can I reserve a room and pay at the hotel? Yes, with a flexible rate, but most groups still take a card number first. Hilton asks for a credit or debit card number as a guarantee and charges it at booking only for prepaid rates, deposits or late cancellations. Wyndham lets you pay on arrival for some rates, yet says a credit card is required for all online reservations. Best Western requires a credit card for all online bookings and charges it on arrival, unless the hotel asks for prepayment. Choice uses the card to hold your room until 7 a.m. the morning after arrival. Accor asks for valid bank details to secure most bookings, and you can give them by phone instead of online. The card is the safety net for a no-show, even if you pay in cash later. ## Will a debit or prepaid card work? A debit card often works; a prepaid card is a gamble. Hilton accepts major credit and debit cards for bookings, and Accor asks for a "credit/debit card". Choice mentions a credit or debit card in its late-arrival rule: a card without funds can cost you the room. The main limit is the hold. A debit hold takes real money out of your available balance until the hotel releases it. Marriott says banks usually take 3 to 7 business days after check-out. No group page we read names prepaid cards, so ask the hotel before you count on one. ## Can I pay a hotel by bank transfer? Sometimes, but only by arrangement with one hotel. No large group offers a bank transfer at online checkout among the payment methods we read. Marriott's help center says direct billing is set up by contacting the hotel or resort directly. Ask the hotel by email for an invoice and its bank details before you travel. International transfers can take days and carry bank fees. Keep proof of payment, and confirm that the hotel received the funds before you arrive. ## Can I use a hotel gift card bought with crypto? Yes, but only to pay the bill at the hotel. Bitrefill sells Marriott and Best Western gift cards for crypto, and both listings say they work only in the United States. Marriott says a gift card cannot book or guarantee a reservation. It pays the final bill on arrival or departure, and a credit card is still asked for extras. So a gift card helps with the payment, not with the guarantee or the deposit. Compare both routes on our [gift cards vs hotel booking](https://staysats.com/bitrefill-gift-cards-vs-hotel-booking/) page. ## Can someone else pay for my room? Yes, with a card authorization form. Marriott and Choice tell the payer to ask the hotel for this form, which lets the hotel charge a card without the cardholder present. IHG hotels publish the form on ihg.com and ask for it at least 3 days before check-in. The payer needs a card, so this moves the problem rather than solving it. The hotel may still ask you for a deposit at the front desk. ## Do any hotels accept crypto directly? A few, and no large group. The Kessler Collection lets guests pay through BitPay at check-out, per its own page. PRINCESS No.3 in Plochingen, Germany, says stays can be paid in bitcoin. Marriott, Hilton, IHG, Accor, Hyatt and Wyndham list no crypto. Booking.com and Airbnb don't either: see [whether Booking.com takes crypto](https://staysats.com/does/booking-com-accept-crypto/) and [Airbnb's payment options](https://staysats.com/does/airbnb-accept-crypto/). The dated list is our [crypto acceptance index](https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/). These hotels are rare, so most travellers who hold crypto book through a seller that converts it. Sellers differ on refunds and fees: see [how crypto hotel sellers compare](https://staysats.com/best-crypto-hotel-booking-sites/). ## How to book a hotel with crypto on StaySats No credit card at any step. Paying in crypto may be a taxable event in your country. Check local rules. 1. **Top up your balance** — Send BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC from $25. Send USDT on TRC-20 only to the TRC-20 address shown, as funds sent on another network may be lost. 2. **Search a city and pick a room** — You pay the price found live for your dates, in US dollars, for the whole stay. Taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them; the final total is confirmed with the hotel before you are charged. 3. **Book in the name on your passport** — We ask for the lead guest's name and an email address; no ID upload and no selfie at checkout. We pay the hotel in local currency. 4. **Held, then charged** — The total is held on your balance while we book the room on request. Your balance is charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued. A higher total needs your agreement; if we can't confirm, the full amount is released. ## What happens at check-in without a credit card? You may still need a card or cash for the deposit. Booking without a card solves the payment, not the hold for extras. As of October 13, 2026, 6 of the 10 groups in our check-in table ask for a card at check-in. Only Marriott names a cash deposit. Email the hotel before you arrive and ask whether it takes a debit card or cash. The full table, with release times, is on our [check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/) page. See [how it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/) for the steps of a StaySats booking. ## Booking without a credit card: questions ### Can I book a hotel with only a debit card? Often yes. Hilton accepts major credit and debit cards for bookings, and Accor asks for a credit or debit card. The limit is the hold at check-in: it blocks real money in your account until the hotel releases it. Marriott says that usually takes 3 to 7 business days. ### Can you check into a hotel without a credit card? Often, but not everywhere. As of October 13, 2026, 6 of the 10 hotel groups in our table ask for a card at check-in. Some hotels take a debit card or a cash deposit instead. Ask the hotel before you arrive; the rules by group are in our [check-in table](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/). ### Can I book a hotel with cash only? Rarely online. The large groups we checked ask for a card number to guarantee an online booking. Some hotels accept cash at the desk: Wyndham says paying in cash varies by hotel. Call the hotel first, and expect a cash deposit on top of the room price. ### Can I book a Marriott or Hilton hotel without a credit card? Not directly online. Marriott asks for a valid credit card to guarantee a booking, and Hilton asks for a credit or debit card number. A Marriott gift card bought with crypto can pay the bill at the hotel, not the guarantee. Through StaySats, you prepay in crypto when the hotel appears in our live search. ### Is a gift card a good way to pay for a hotel with crypto? It works for some brands, with limits. Marriott and Best Western gift cards are sold for crypto on Bitrefill, and both listings say they work only in the United States. A gift card pays the bill at the hotel but cannot guarantee a Marriott booking, and a card is still asked for extras. ### Does StaySats need a credit card? No. StaySats takes crypto only, from a balance topped up from $25. There is no card, no ID upload and no selfie at checkout. Your balance is held, not charged, until the hotel confirmation number is issued. The hotel may still ask for a card or cash deposit at check-in. ### What if the hotel cancels a booking I paid in crypto? With StaySats, if the hotel can't host you, you get 100% of the stay back: in USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or as balance credit if you choose it. If the hotel never confirms, the full amount is released to your balance at once. Our [refunds page](https://staysats.com/refunds/) shows every case, including cancellations you make yourself. ### Can I book a hotel in Spain this way? Not with StaySats yet. Hotels in Spain are paused until our registration with Spain's guest register, SES.HOSPEDAJES, is done. Royal Decree 933/2021 requires it from booking intermediaries. Debit cards, bank transfers and gift cards still work with Spanish hotels that accept them. > **Disclosure** We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto. Our offer is included and marked. The rules of each hotel group come from its own pages, read on October 12, 2026; hotels inside a group can apply stricter rules. Written by the StaySats research desk (TravelGoat LLC); named reviewers will be listed here when appointed. ## Sources (checked October 12, 2026) 1. [Payment for Hilton reservations](https://www.hilton.com/en/help-center/reservations/payment-for-hilton-reservations/) — Hilton Help Center (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [How Can I Book a Reservation Using a Marriott Gift Card?](https://help.marriott.com/s/article/book-reservation-using-marriott-gift-card) — Marriott Help (checked 2026-10-12) 3. [How Do I Set-Up Direct Billing for My Stay?](https://help.marriott.com/s/article/setup-direct-billing) — Marriott Help (checked 2026-10-12) 4. [How Do I Book a Room for Someone Else?](https://help.marriott.com/s/article/book-marriott-room-for-someone-else) — Marriott Help (checked 2026-10-12) 5. [What Is an Incidental Hold?](https://help.marriott.com/s/article/what-is-incidental-hold) — Marriott Help (checked 2026-10-12) 6. [Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.ihg.com/content/us/en/customer-care/frequently-asked-questions) — IHG Customer Care (checked 2026-10-12) 7. [Payment Card Authorization Form (Kimpton Hotel Fontenot)](https://www.ihg.com/hotels/us/en/reservation/forms/creditcardauthorization?mnemonic=MSYPS) — IHG (checked 2026-10-12) 8. [Can I pay for my hotel stay prior to my arrival?](https://help.accor.com/s/article/can-i-pay-for-my-hotel-stay-prior-to-my-arrival?language=en_US) — Accor Help (checked 2026-10-12) 9. [Why is a debit/credit card requested when I book?](https://help.accor.com/s/article/why-is-a-debit-credit-card-requested-when-i-book?language=en_US) — Accor Help (checked 2026-10-12) 10. [Payment and Cancellations](https://world.hyatt.com/content/help/en/faqs/payment-and-cancellation.html) — Hyatt (checked 2026-10-12 (search extract; bot check)) 11. [Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/en-uk/contact-us/faq) — Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (checked 2026-10-12) 12. [FAQ's and Help](https://www.choicehotels.com/en-uk/support/faq) — Choice Hotels (checked 2026-10-12) 13. [Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.bestwestern.com/en_US/customer-service/frequently-asked-questions.html) — Best Western Hotels & Resorts (checked 2026-10-12) 14. [Marriott US gift card](https://www.bitrefill.com/us/en/gift-cards/marriott-usa/) — Bitrefill (checked 2026-10-12) 15. [Best Western gift card](https://www.bitrefill.com/us/en/gift-cards/best-western-usa/) — Bitrefill (checked 2026-10-12) 16. [Pay with BitPay at Kessler Collection hotels](https://www.kesslercollection.com/bitpay/) — The Kessler Collection (checked 2026-10-12) **Book your next hotel with crypto, no card at checkout** Top up from $25. The total is held, not charged, until the hotel confirms. [Search hotels](https://staysats.com/hotels/) · [See pricing](https://staysats.com/pricing/) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # StaySats changelog > StaySats changelog from October 12, 2026: hotels paid in crypto, bookings on request, 5 open datasets, payment rules and corrections. Dated, never backdated. - URL: https://staysats.com/changelog/ - Last updated: 2026-10-13 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Every change to what we sell, how payment and refunds work, and the data we publish, dated and listed newest first. Corrections have their own section. The log starts on October 12, 2026; nothing is backdated. **Quick answer — What has changed at StaySats?** **StaySats**, a hotel booking site paid only in crypto, keeps a dated log of its changes. It started on October 12, 2026, and has nine entries. They cover what we sell, how payment works, bookings made on request, our editorial policy and our five datasets. Corrections are listed in their own section. ## Changelog at a glance | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | First entry | October 12, 2026: what we sell and how payment works | | Latest entry | October 13, 2026: seller registry update | | Entries so far | 9: seven dated October 12, 2026, two dated October 13, 2026 | | Order | Newest first | | What goes here | What we sell, coins and networks, prices and fees, refund rules, places we can't sell, published data | | Acceptance index checks | Monthly; last check October 13, 2026 | | Seller registry checks | Quarterly; last check October 13, 2026 | | Corrections | Listed in their own section, with the date, the page or row, and the source; one so far | | Backdating | Never; a past entry is only corrected with a dated note | ## 2026-10-13: Seller registry update **Data update.** New and updated rows in the [crypto travel seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/), each read on the seller's own pages on October 13, 2026. - **Added, hotels:** trip1 and IMPT. - **Added, hotels and flights:** Sleap, BitPay Travel (also car rentals and activities) and TravelSwap (also vacation rentals). - **Added, gift cards:** BitPay, which resells travel gift cards. TravelSwap and IMPT also sell gift cards. - **Updated, LockTrip:** its terms name Locktrip Ltd., in Bulgaria, and refund crypto payments in USDC. Its refund, fees, ID and blocked-country fields now have sources. - **Removed from LockTrip's coins:** "EUR transfer", which no page we read announces. - **Company sheet updated, [LockTrip](https://staysats.com/alternatives/locktrip/):** company, country, refund rules, fees and ID rules, from its terms, AML policy, FAQ and the Bulgarian Commercial Register. - **Pages updated:** the registry, the [comparison of crypto hotel sites](https://staysats.com/best-crypto-hotel-booking-sites/) and [Monero and Lightning](https://staysats.com/monero-and-lightning/). - Files: [JSON](https://staysats.com/data/crypto-travel-sellers.json) and [CSV](https://staysats.com/data/crypto-travel-sellers.csv), under CC BY 4.0. ## 2026-10-13: Hotel taxes by city, first edition **New data.** A dated table of the tourist taxes, levies and hotel taxes in the 14 cities of our city guides, Bali and Tokyo first. Each row gives the tax, the amount or rate, how it is charged, whether it is in the room price, and its source. Checked on October 13, 2026. - Page: [hotel taxes by city](https://staysats.com/hotel-taxes-by-city/). - Files: [JSON](https://staysats.com/data/hotel-taxes-by-city.json) and [CSV](https://staysats.com/data/hotel-taxes-by-city.csv), under CC BY 4.0. - Also on the page, not in the files: the accommodation tax of other Japanese cities and Japan's departure tax. - Next check: quarterly, and after an announced rate change. ## 2026-10-12: Editorial policy, press facts and how to cite our data **New pages.** How we write, source, check and correct our pages and datasets is now public. - **Editorial policy:** our sources, how a fact is checked and dated, and how often each dataset is checked. It also covers our conflict of interest, AI tools and corrections. [Editorial policy](https://staysats.com/editorial-policy/). - **Signature:** pages are signed by the StaySats research desk, TravelGoat LLC. Named reviewers will be listed when appointed. - **Press facts:** company facts, logo files and dated figures from our four datasets. [Press](https://staysats.com/press/). - **How to cite:** one citation line per dataset, on [open data](https://staysats.com/data/) and on the press page. ## 2026-10-12: Bookings are now made on request **Change to how we book.** Bookings are now made on request: we confirm the final total with the hotel before you are charged. - **Price:** the price found live for your dates, in US dollars, for the whole stay. Taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them; the final total is confirmed with the hotel before you are charged. - **At checkout:** the exact total shown is held on your balance, not charged. - **Booking:** our team books the room with the hotel and confirms the final total. - **Higher total:** you accept it, or the full amount is released. Nothing extra is ever taken without your agreement. - **Not confirmed in time:** the full amount is released to your balance. - **Rate rules and local taxes paid at the hotel:** confirmed with your booking. Until then, treat the rate as non-refundable. - **Unchanged:** coins, refunds, the data we ask for, Spain paused and sanctions. Steps: [how it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/). ## 2026-10-12: What StaySats sells, and how payment works **Starting rules.** StaySats sells hotel bookings paid only in crypto, operated by TravelGoat LLC (United States). - **Coins:** BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC; USDT on Tron (TRC-20) or Ethereum (ERC-20), USDC on Ethereum (ERC-20). No Monero, no Lightning, no card. - **Balance:** top-up from $25, credited in US dollars after the network confirmations; unused balance never expires. - **Held, not charged:** the total of a stay is held at checkout and charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued. Otherwise it is released at once. - **Price rule:** the total of the stay in US dollars, found live for your dates. How that total is confirmed is in the entry about bookings on request. - **Refunds:** the hotel can't host you, 100% back in USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or balance credit if you choose it. [Refunds](https://staysats.com/refunds/). - **Not available:** Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Russia, Belarus, Syria, Crimea and the Russian-occupied areas of Ukraine (sanctions). Hotels in Spain are paused until our SES.HOSPEDAJES registration is done. ## 2026-10-12: Hotel & Booking-Site Crypto Acceptance Index, first edition **New data.** The first edition covers 22 entries: booking sites, hotel groups and single hotels. Each row gives the crypto status, how it works, the conditions, the date of our check and the source. 21 rows were checked on October 13, 2026; Meliá is not checked yet, and Hyatt is not verified because its site showed a bot check. - Page: [hotel crypto acceptance index](https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/). - Files: /data/hotel-crypto-acceptance.json and .csv, under CC BY 4.0. - Next check: monthly, and sooner after an announcement. ## 2026-10-12: Crypto Travel Seller Registry, first edition **New data.** The first edition listed 15 sites that sell travel for crypto, 13 of them active. StaySats, the publisher, is shown apart and not counted. For each one, it gives the company, country, products, coins and networks, and the form of the refund of a crypto payment. It adds published fees, ID checks and blocked countries, with sources. Checked on October 12, 2026. - Page: [crypto travel seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/). - Files: /data/crypto-travel-sellers.json and .csv, under CC BY 4.0. - Next check: quarterly. ## 2026-10-12: Crypto-friendly destinations data **New data.** It covers 100 destinations. For each one, it gives the places listed on BTC Map within 25 km of the city centre. It adds the local rule on paying in crypto on the spot, and hotel check-in ID rules where we found them. Counts dated October 12, 2026. - Page: [crypto-friendly destinations](https://staysats.com/crypto-friendly-destinations/). - Files: /data/crypto-friendly-destinations.json and .csv, under CC BY 4.0. ## 2026-10-12: Hotel Check-in Without a Credit Card, first edition **New data.** A dated table of what large hotel groups say about the deposit at check-in: card hold, debit card, cash, amount and release time. Each row links to the group's own page. Checked on October 12, 2026. - Page: [check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/). - Format: CC BY 4.0, as [JSON](https://staysats.com/data/hotel-check-in-deposits.json) and [CSV](https://staysats.com/data/hotel-check-in-deposits.csv). ## Corrections **2026-10-13, [LockTrip company sheet](https://staysats.com/alternatives/locktrip/).** We wrote that we found no company or country and no rule for refunding a crypto payment. Its terms, updated September 24, 2026, name Locktrip Ltd., in Sofia, Bulgaria, and refund crypto payments in USDC. The sheet now gives that rule and its FAQ rule (original payment method, fee of up to 2%). Sources: its terms, AML policy and FAQ, and the Bulgarian Commercial Register. **2026-10-13, [Istanbul hotels](https://staysats.com/hotels/istanbul/), page description.** We wrote "Tax 1% in 2026". The accommodation tax was 2% until a decision published on May 1, 2026, and is 1% until December 31, 2026. The description now says "Tax 1% to end-2026". Source: the Revenue Administration's note on Presidential Decision 11263. When we correct a fact on a page or in a dataset row, we list it here, newest first, with: - the date of the correction; - the page or the dataset row; - what we said before, and what is right; - the source that shows it. A correction never moves the date of the original entry. To report an error, write to support@staysats.com with the page, the row and a source. The process is on our [editorial policy](https://staysats.com/editorial-policy/). ## What comes next, once it is measured? These figures do not exist yet, so the site shows none of them. Each will get its own dated entry here when it is published: - **Median time to hotel confirmation**, once real bookings have been measured, with the number of bookings behind it. - **Price statistics per city**, such as the median price of a night. They will come once our own searches have measured them, with the month and the date. - **Spain:** the reopening of Spanish hotels, once our registration with SES.HOSPEDAJES is done. Until then, prices are live in the search, and no delay is promised. ## Changelog: FAQ ### When does this changelog start? On October 12, 2026. The first entry sets out what StaySats sells and how payment works on that date. It covers hotel bookings paid in BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, a $25 minimum top-up and the held-not-charged rule. Nothing before that date is logged or backdated. ### Why is there no confirmation time on the site yet? Because it has not been measured. Bookings are made on request, and each one depends on the hotel's answer. A median needs real bookings. We will publish it here only once it is measured, with its date and the number of bookings behind it. Until then, we promise no delay. ### What changed for bookings on October 12, 2026? Bookings are now made on request. The price is found live for your dates. After checkout, our team books the room with the hotel and confirms the final total before you are charged. A higher total needs your agreement, and if we cannot confirm in time, the full amount is released. ### How will I know when Spanish hotels open? A dated entry will appear in this changelog, and the [where we can't sell hotels](https://staysats.com/where-we-cant-sell-hotels/) page will be updated the same day. Until then, Barcelona, Madrid and Palma show "Not available yet". ### Do you change past entries? Only to correct an error, and then with a dated note under the entry and a line in the Corrections section. We never move a date to make a change look older. Data rows keep the date of their last real check. ### How often is the acceptance index updated? Every month, and sooner after a public announcement by a hotel group or booking site. Each update that changes a status gets an entry here; the files in [open data](https://staysats.com/data/) carry the date of each row. ### Will you add new coins or networks? Any new coin or network will be listed here with its date, and on the [pay with crypto](https://staysats.com/pay/) page. Today we accept BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. Monero and Lightning are not accepted. ## Sources 1. [Real Decreto 933/2021, de 26 de octubre](https://www.boe.es/buscar/act.php?id=BOE-A-2021-17461) — Boletín Oficial del Estado (2026-10-12) 2. [BTC Map](https://btcmap.org/) — BTC Map (2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Checking into a hotel without a credit card: deposits at 10 hotel groups > Checking into a hotel without a credit card: deposit, debit and cash rules of 10 hotel chains, with hold release times. Checked October 13, 2026. - URL: https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/ - Last updated: 2026-10-13 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) **Hotel Check-in Without a Credit Card** is a dated table of what 10 large hotel groups say about the deposit at check-in. It covers the card hold, debit cards, cash, amounts and release times. It adds the legal ID rules at the front desk and the options when you hold no credit card. Published by StaySats, a hotel booking site paid in crypto. **Quick answer — What happens when you check into a hotel without a credit card?** It depends on the hotel group. As of October 13, 2026, 6 of the 10 groups in our table ask for a card at check-in. The other 4 leave it to each hotel. Only Marriott names a cash deposit, and only Radisson says credit cards only. Paying ahead with StaySats does not remove the hotel's incidental deposit at check-in. ## Check-in deposits in figures (October 13, 2026) | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Hotel groups in the table | 10: Marriott, Hilton, IHG, Accor, Hyatt, Wyndham, Choice, Best Western, Radisson, Minor | | Left out of the table | Meliá: no official payment page could be read | | Ask for a card at check-in | 6: Marriott, Hilton, Accor, Choice, Radisson, Minor | | Leave the deposit to each hotel | 4: IHG, Hyatt, Wyndham, Best Western | | Name a cash deposit as an option | 1: Marriott | | Refuse cash as a deposit | Minor, in Australia and New Zealand; Radisson takes only credit cards for the hold | | Name debit cards for the hold or the booking guarantee | 4: Marriott, Hilton, Accor, Choice (Choice for the booking guarantee only) | | Accept only a credit card for the hold | Radisson, per its FAQ; Choice and Minor name a credit card at check-in | | Publish a fixed deposit amount | 1: Minor, a $1 pre-authorization in Australia and New Zealand only | | Published release time of a hold | Accor: usually 24 to 48 hours, up to 7 business days or more · Hilton: within 72 hours · Marriott: 3 to 7 business days (up to 30 for foreign cards) · Radisson: up to 5 days · Minor (Australia and New Zealand): up to 10 working days · Wyndham: a refunded deposit up to 30 days | | Countries in our ID table with a standing guest rule | 11 of 13 (see the hotel ID rules page) | | License | CC BY 4.0: reuse with a link to this page | > **Disclosure** We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto. Our offer is included and marked. The hotel groups below are not our partners and have no say in this table. Every row comes from the group's own help page or terms, read on October 13, 2026. ## Deposit at check-in and debit cards, by hotel group (October 13, 2026) What each group says on its own pages. "Not stated" means the group does not say; it does not mean "no". Franchised hotels can apply stricter rules than their group. *Hotel Check-in Without a Credit Card, StaySats, checked October 13, 2026. License CC BY 4.0.* | Hotel group | Deposit at check-in | Debit card | Source | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Marriott International | Hold on a card for the room, taxes and a daily amount for extras | Yes: a hold on a "credit or debit card" | [Marriott Help](https://help.marriott.com/s/article/what-is-incidental-hold) | | Hilton | The hotel may hold your card for extras, even when the stay is prepaid | Accepted for bookings | [Hilton Payment FAQs](https://www.hilton.com/en/hilton-honors/payment-security/) | | IHG Hotels & Resorts | Set by each hotel; a credit card secures the booking | Not stated | [IHG FAQ](https://www.ihg.com/content/us/en/customer-care/frequently-asked-questions) | | Accor | A deposit or a card authorization on arrival if not prepaid; show the booking card | Yes: "credit/debit card" | [Accor Help](https://help.accor.com/s/article/why-is-a-debit-credit-card-requested-when-i-book?language=en_US) · [Accor terms, 4.3.4](https://all.accor.com/a/en/information/internet-sales-conditions.html) | | Hyatt | Set by each hotel and shown when you book (search extract: the page showed a bot check) | Not stated | [Hyatt FAQ](https://world.hyatt.com/content/help/en/faqs/payment-and-cancellation.html) (search extract) | | Wyndham | Set by each hotel | Not stated | [Wyndham FAQ](https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/en-uk/contact-us/faq) | | Choice Hotels | A credit card at check-in, in the name on the booking | Named for the booking guarantee, not for check-in | [Choice FAQ](https://www.choicehotels.com/en-uk/support/faq) | | Best Western | Set by each hotel; one Canadian hotel takes no cash deposit and no debit card | Varies by hotel | [Best Western FAQ](https://www.bestwestern.com/en_US/customer-service/frequently-asked-questions.html) · [Best Western Parkway Hotel](https://bestwesternparkway.com/credit-card-debit-policy/) | | Radisson Hotel Group | Credit card pre-authorization at check-in | No: "only credit cards" for the pre-authorization | [Radisson FAQ](https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/faq) | | Minor Hotels | Pre-authorization deposit on a credit card; show the booking card | Not named | [Minor terms](https://www.minorhotels.com/en/terms-and-conditions) | ## Cash deposit, amount and release of the hold, by hotel group Same 10 groups and same sources as the table above. "Not stated" means the group does not say. | Hotel group | Cash deposit | Amount published | Hold released | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Marriott International | Named as an option in its gift-stay rules | No: the daily amount is set by the hotel | At check-out; banks take 3 to 7 business days, foreign cards up to 30 | | Hilton | Not stated: payment types vary by hotel | No | Within 72 hours of check-out, or later, depending on the card provider | | IHG Hotels & Resorts | Not stated | No | Not stated | | Accor | "A deposit", form not stated | No | Usually 24 to 48 hours; up to 7 business days or more, depending on the bank | | Hyatt | Not stated | No | Not stated | | Wyndham | Paying the stay in cash "varies by hotel" | No | A refunded deposit can take up to 30 days | | Choice Hotels | Not stated | No | Not stated | | Best Western | Varies by hotel | No | Not stated | | Radisson Hotel Group | Not stated | No: it depends on the hotel and the stay | Up to 5 days after departure | | Minor Hotels | Not accepted as a bond in Australia and New Zealand; elsewhere not stated | $1 pre-authorization in Australia and New Zealand; elsewhere not stated | Your bank decides; up to 10 working days in Australia and New Zealand | Meliá Hotels International is left out: no official payment page could be read on October 13, 2026. ## Why does the hotel want a card when the room is already paid? To cover extras, not the room. Hilton's payment FAQ answers this exact case. After an advance payment, the hotel may still hold your card for tips, food and drink, parking and other charges. Marriott's help center describes the same hold: room, taxes and a daily amount for extras. When you book with StaySats, we pay the hotel for the room in local currency. The hold for extras is a separate deal between you and the front desk. Local taxes paid at the hotel are separate too, and StaySats confirms them with your booking. ## Which hotel chains take debit cards or cash for the deposit? Few say so clearly. Marriott, Hilton and Accor name debit cards, and Choice mentions one only for the booking guarantee. Marriott is the only group whose own pages name a cash deposit, in its rules for stays booked with points for a friend. Others close the door. Radisson says its hotels accept only credit cards for the check-in pre-authorization. Minor's terms refuse cash as a bond in Australia and New Zealand. One Best Western hotel in Canada takes no cash deposit and no debit card at check-in. ## How long does a hotel hold stay on a debit card? Up to a month, depending on the group and your bank. A debit card hold blocks real money in your account until the hotel releases it. Release times by group, and why debit holds clear more slowly, are on our [hotel incidental hold](https://staysats.com/hotel-incidental-hold/) page. ## What ID will the front desk ask for? A passport or national ID card in most countries. In 11 of the 13 countries of our [hotel ID rules](https://staysats.com/hotel-id-rules/) table, a law tells hotels to record foreign guests. Some countries go further, as the short list below shows. ### ID at check-in: the rules that surprise travellers | Country | What the hotel must do | Legal basis | | --- | --- | --- | | Japan | Copy the passport of foreign guests with no address in Japan | Hotel Business Act; Ministry of Health notice | | Spain | Send each guest's ID and payment data to the Ministry of the Interior within 24 hours | Royal Decree 933/2021 | | Italy | Host only guests with an ID document and report them to the police within 24 hours | Article 109, TULPS | | Germany | Have foreign guests sign a registration form and show a passport | Section 29, Federal Registration Act | | United Kingdom | Record the name and nationality of every guest aged 16 or over | Immigration (Hotel Records) Order 1972 | Full table with 13 countries and official sources: [Will the hotel ask for my ID?](https://staysats.com/hotel-id-rules/) ## No credit card? Six ways to get through check-in These options come from the group rules above. None of them is guaranteed at every hotel, so confirm in writing before you travel. 1. **Ask the hotel before you arrive** — Email the hotel with your confirmation number. Ask three things: the deposit amount, whether a debit card or cash works, and when the hold is released. Keep the written answer. 2. **Bring a debit card with free funds** — Marriott, Hilton and Accor name debit cards. Keep the room total plus the daily amount for extras free, because a debit hold blocks real money. 3. **Offer a cash deposit in local currency** — Marriott's rules name a cash deposit; other groups leave it to each hotel. Ask for a receipt, and get the cash back at check-out. 4. **Check a prepaid card first** — None of the group pages we read names prepaid cards. Some front desks refuse them for the deposit, so ask before you rely on one. 5. **Pick a group that leaves room to choose** — Prefer hotels that do not ask for a credit card only, as Radisson does for its pre-authorization. Groups that leave the deposit to each hotel may accept debit or cash. 6. **Prepay the room in crypto** — With StaySats, the room is paid before you arrive, so the front desk only needs a deposit for extras. Your balance is charged only when the hotel confirms. ## How does check-in work after a StaySats booking? You arrive with a prepaid room and a hotel confirmation number. We ask you for the lead guest's name and an email address; no ID upload and no selfie at checkout. We send the lead guest's name to the hotel when we book the room on request, so use the exact name on your passport. At the front desk, the hotel checks your ID as local law requires. It may also ask for a card or a cash deposit for extras. Hotels in Spain are not available yet: hotels in Spain are not available yet, until our registration with Spain's guest register (SES.HOSPEDAJES) is done. See [how it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/) for the payment steps and [pricing](https://staysats.com/pricing/) for what the total includes. ## How did we build this table? On October 13, 2026, we read the help center, FAQ or terms of each group on its own website. We recorded what the group says about the check-in deposit, debit cards, cash, amounts and release times, with the page address. - **Counting:** a group "asks for a card" when its own page names a card hold or a card at check-in as the rule. It "leaves it to each hotel" when it says rules vary by hotel or gives no group rule. - **Search extract:** Hyatt's help pages showed a bot check to our reader. Its row relies on a search-engine extract of the official page, marked as such. - **Example hotel:** Best Western's own FAQ gives no group deposit rule. Its row shows one hotel's own policy as an example. - **Left out:** Meliá's payment and terms pages could not be read, so Meliá is not in the table until we can check it. ## What are the limits of this data? Each hotel can apply its own rule. Most hotels of these groups are franchised, and the front desk has the final word. We did not test check-in in person, and we found no group-wide deposit amount, except Minor's $1 in Australia and New Zealand. Group pages change without notice, so the date of each check matters. We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto. Our offer is included and marked. We may gain if you book with us, which is why every row links to the group's own page. Corrections are welcome through our [contact page](https://staysats.com/contact/). Written by the StaySats research desk (TravelGoat LLC); named reviewers will be listed here when appointed. ## How do I cite this table? Use this line, with the date of our check: > Source: StaySats, *Hotel Check-in Without a Credit Card* (checked October 13, 2026), CC BY 4.0, https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/. A link is appreciated; any rel attribute is fine. For one hotel group, also link its own help page, given in the table, because these pages change without notice. The files are [JSON](https://staysats.com/data/hotel-check-in-deposits.json) and [CSV](https://staysats.com/data/hotel-check-in-deposits.csv). ## Check-in without a credit card: questions ### Can a hotel refuse check-in if I have no credit card? Yes, if its rule asks for a card and you offer nothing it accepts. Radisson's FAQ says its hotels accept only credit cards for the check-in pre-authorization. Choice's FAQ asks for a credit card at check-in. Ask the hotel in writing before you arrive, and offer a debit card or a cash deposit where the hotel allows it. ### Which hotel chains accept debit cards? Of the 10 groups in our table, Marriott, Hilton and Accor name debit cards, and Choice names one only for the booking guarantee. Radisson says only credit cards for the check-in hold. The others leave it to each hotel, so ask before you travel. ### Does paying in crypto in advance remove the deposit? No. A prepaid room removes the room charge, not the deposit for extras. Hilton's payment FAQ says the hotel may still hold your card after an advance payment. Other front desks may ask for a cash deposit. Plan a card or cash for extras, and ask the hotel before you arrive. ### How much is the deposit at check-in? Only one of the 10 groups in our table publishes a figure: Minor Hotels takes a $1 pre-authorization in Australia and New Zealand. Marriott describes the room, taxes and a daily amount set by each hotel. Radisson says it depends on the hotel and the length of stay. Our [incidental hold guide](https://staysats.com/hotel-incidental-hold/) shows hotels that print their amount. ### How long until a deposit hold is released? It depends on the group and your bank. Accor says usually 24 to 48 hours, and Hilton within 72 hours of check-out. Marriott says most banks take 3 to 7 business days, and Radisson up to 5 days. At Marriott, foreign cards can take up to 30 days, as can Wyndham deposit refunds. See our [incidental hold guide](https://staysats.com/hotel-incidental-hold/). ### Can I pay the deposit in crypto? Rarely. In our acceptance index, The Kessler Collection says guests can pay through BitPay at check-out. PRINCESS No.3 in Plochingen, Germany, takes bitcoin. Large groups such as Marriott, Hilton, IHG and Accor list no crypto. Plan a card or cash for the deposit. ### Does StaySats ask for my credit card? No. StaySats takes crypto only: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC. You top up a balance from $25, and the booking total is held, not charged, until the hotel confirmation number is issued. We ask for no card, no ID upload and no selfie. The hotel may still ask you for a card or cash deposit. ### Will a crypto debit card work for the hotel deposit? It works as a normal card: the hotel sees a Visa or Mastercard payment, not crypto. Treat it like a debit or prepaid card. Check that the issuer allows authorization holds, and keep enough funds converted, because a hold blocks money until the hotel releases it. ### Can I reuse this table? Yes. The table is published under CC BY 4.0. You may copy it, change it and use it in your own work, including commercial work. Credit "StaySats, Hotel Check-in Without a Credit Card, checked October 13, 2026" and link to this page. ## Sources (checked October 12 and 13, 2026) 1. [What Is an Incidental Hold?](https://help.marriott.com/s/article/what-is-incidental-hold) — Marriott Help (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [Booking With Marriott Bonvoy Points for a Friend](https://help.marriott.com/s/article/book-marriott-points-for-friend) — Marriott Help (checked 2026-10-12) 3. [Hilton Payment FAQs](https://www.hilton.com/en/hilton-honors/payment-security/) — Hilton (checked 2026-10-12) 4. [Payment for Hilton reservations](https://www.hilton.com/en/help-center/reservations/payment-for-hilton-reservations/) — Hilton Help Center (checked 2026-10-12) 5. [Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.ihg.com/content/us/en/customer-care/frequently-asked-questions) — IHG Customer Care (checked 2026-10-12) 6. [Why is a debit/credit card requested when I book?](https://help.accor.com/s/article/why-is-a-debit-credit-card-requested-when-i-book?language=en_US) — Accor Help (checked 2026-10-12) 7. [General terms and conditions of services (section 4.3.4, Pre-authorisation)](https://all.accor.com/a/en/information/internet-sales-conditions.html) — Accor (checked 2026-10-13) 8. [Payment and Cancellations](https://world.hyatt.com/content/help/en/faqs/payment-and-cancellation.html) — Hyatt (checked 2026-10-12 (search extract; bot check)) 9. [Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/en-uk/contact-us/faq) — Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (checked 2026-10-12) 10. [FAQ's and Help](https://www.choicehotels.com/en-uk/support/faq) — Choice Hotels (checked 2026-10-12) 11. [Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.bestwestern.com/en_US/customer-service/frequently-asked-questions.html) — Best Western Hotels & Resorts (checked 2026-10-12) 12. [Credit Card / Debit Policy](https://bestwesternparkway.com/credit-card-debit-policy/) — Best Western Parkway Hotel (checked 2026-10-12) 13. [Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/faq) — Radisson Hotels (checked 2026-10-12) 14. [Terms and conditions](https://www.minorhotels.com/en/terms-and-conditions) — Minor Hotels (checked 2026-10-12) 15. [Pay with BitPay at Kessler Collection hotels](https://www.kesslercollection.com/bitpay/) — The Kessler Collection (checked 2026-10-12) 16. [FAQ](https://hotel-princess.de/faqs/) — PRINCESS No.3 (formerly Hotel Princess) (checked 2026-10-12) **Prepay your room in crypto, then plan the deposit** Top up from $25 in BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC. The total is held, not charged, until the hotel confirms. [Search hotels](https://staysats.com/hotels/) · [How it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Contact StaySats > Contact StaySats at support@staysats.com about a hotel booked with crypto: give your booking reference, never your account number. 1 email address, English. - URL: https://staysats.com/contact/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) One support address for bookings, top-ups and refunds. What to include so we can help you quickly, and what we will never ask you for. **Quick answer — How do I contact StaySats?** Write to **support@staysats.com**, in English. StaySats, a hotel booking site paid only in crypto, handles bookings, top-ups, cancellations and refunds by email. Give your booking reference, or the transaction ID for a top-up question. Never send your account number: we never ask for it, nor for a passport scan or a selfie. ## Contact details | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Email | support@staysats.com | | Language | English | | For a booking, include | The booking reference shown on your booking | | For a top-up, include | The coin, the network, the amount and the transaction ID | | Never send | Your account number, an ID document, a selfie | | Cancellation | From the booking in your account, or by email with the booking reference | | Other channels | None: no phone line, no chat app, no social media account | | Operator | TravelGoat LLC (United States) | ## What should I include in my message? | Your question | Include | Where to find it | | --- | --- | --- | | A booking: change, cancellation, problem at the hotel | Booking reference, hotel name, dates | Your booking page in your account | | A top-up not credited | Coin, network, amount sent, transaction ID | Your wallet or the withdrawal history of your exchange | | Crypto sent on the wrong network | Coin, network used, address, transaction ID | Your wallet or exchange | | A refund or a withdrawal | Booking reference, USDT or USDC, network | Your booking page | | An error in our published data | The page, the row, and a source | The page itself, and the company's own website | | A press question | "Press" in the subject line, your outlet and your deadline | Company facts and figures: the [press page](https://staysats.com/press/) | ## What will StaySats never ask for? We never ask for your account number, a passport scan or a selfie by email or chat. We accept no card, so we never ask for card details either. If a message in our name asks for any of these, it is not from us: do not answer it, and forward it to support@staysats.com. Your account number is your login. Anyone who has it can use your balance, so keep it to yourself, including when you write to us. ## I have a problem at the hotel. Who do I contact first? The hotel, at the front desk or by phone, with your hotel confirmation number. The hotel can solve most problems on the spot: a room, a check-in time, a deposit. If the hotel can't find your booking or can't host you, write to support@staysats.com with your booking reference. If the hotel can't host you, you get 100% of the stay back. You choose USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or balance credit. [Refunds](https://staysats.com/refunds/). ## My top-up is not credited. What do I do? First check the network confirmations. A top-up is credited only after the number of confirmations required for its network, shown on [pay with crypto](https://staysats.com/pay/). A transfer with a low fee can wait longer before its first confirmation. If the confirmations are done and the balance is still unchanged, write to us with the coin, the network, the amount and the transaction ID. A different amount from the one shown, or a transfer on another network, may not be matched automatically. ## Which language does support use? English. Write short sentences and include the references listed above; a translation tool is fine. The site may appear in other languages, but support answers in English. ## Contacting StaySats: FAQ ### Is there a phone number or a chat? No. StaySats support works by email only, at support@staysats.com. Email keeps a written record of your booking reference and our answer. For an urgent problem during the stay, contact the hotel first with your hotel confirmation number. ### How fast does support answer? We do not publish a response time. We read every message sent to support@staysats.com and answer in English. A clear booking reference or transaction ID in the first message avoids a back-and-forth. ### Can I cancel a booking by email? Yes, with the booking reference, before the deadline of the rate. The faster way is the cancellation request on the booking in your account. The rate rules decide what you get back: [refunds](https://staysats.com/refunds/). ### Someone on social media says they work for StaySats. Is it true? StaySats has no social media account and no chat channel. Any person who contacts you there in our name is not from us. We never ask for your account number, a passport scan or a selfie by email or chat. ### Where do I report an error in your acceptance index or registry? Write to support@staysats.com with the page, the row and a source, ideally the company's own page. We check the source and correct the row with a new date. The data and its method: [open data](https://staysats.com/data/). ### Can I ask what data you hold about me? Yes. Write from the contact you gave us, with your booking reference, and we will tell you what we hold. You can also ask for a correction or for deletion where the law allows. Details: [privacy policy](https://staysats.com/privacy/). **Ready to book?** Search live hotel prices for your dates. The total is held, not charged, until the hotel confirms. [Search hotels](https://staysats.com/hotels/) · [How it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Where to stay for crypto conferences (2026–2027) > Where to stay for crypto conferences in 2026–2027: Devcon 8, Breakpoint, Consensus, Bitcoin 2027. 8 editions, venues and districts; pay the hotel in crypto. - URL: https://staysats.com/crypto-conference-hotels/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) The next editions of the main crypto conferences after October 12, 2026, each confirmed on its official site. For each: dates, city, venue and the districts within walking distance or a short ride. Then how to book a hotel for an event without losing money if plans change. **Quick answer — Where should I stay for crypto conferences in 2026–2027?** Stay as close to each venue as you can, and book once your trip is firm. For Devcon 8 in Mumbai (November 3–6, 2026), that means Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC), around the Jio World Centre. Consensus Hong Kong (February 1–3, 2027) and Consensus Miami (May 4–6, 2027) follow. With **StaySats**, your balance is held, not charged, until the hotel confirms. ## Crypto conference hotels, in facts | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Editions confirmed on official sites | 8, checked on October 12, 2026 | | Next event | Devcon 8, Jio World Centre, Mumbai, November 3–6, 2026 | | Postponed | TOKEN2049 Dubai moved from 2026 to April 21–22, 2027; the organisers cited uncertainty in the region | | Travel alert for Dubai | US State Department: Level 3, "Reconsider travel" (August 29, 2026); see the box below | | Renamed | Paris Blockchain Week is now Signal Week: July 6–7, 2027 | | Not announced yet | ETHDenver 2027 and TOKEN2049 Singapore 2027 | | Hotel surcharge during events | Not measured yet, so no figure is published | | Pay the hotel with | BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC; held, not charged, until the hotel confirmation number is issued | | Local rule in Mumbai | Paying in crypto on the spot: not verified yet for India | > **Travel disruption: TOKEN2049 Dubai and the UAE (checked October 12, 2026)** TOKEN2049 Dubai was moved to April 2027 after Iranian strikes near Dubai. The organisers cited uncertainty in the region (The Block, March 13, 2026). The US State Department rates the UAE Level 3, "Reconsider travel" (advisory of August 29, 2026). The UK Foreign Office warns of possible flight cancellations and airspace closures (page updated July 24, 2026). Read the UK FCDO advice and the US advisory before you book. What we cover: if the hotel can't host you, you get 100% of the stay back. You choose USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or balance credit. See refunds. What we don't cover: flights, conference tickets and visas. If the event moves again and you cancel, the rate rules apply: a non-refundable rate returns nothing. We review this box every month. ## Which crypto conferences are next, and where? Sorted by date. Each edition was confirmed on its official site on October 12, 2026. | Event | Dates | City | Venue | Where to stay | Official page | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Devcon 8 | November 3–6, 2026 | Mumbai | Jio World Centre, Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) | BKC, Bandra West, Santacruz, Kurla | [devcon.org](https://devcon.org/en/) | | Breakpoint 2026 (Solana) | November 15–17, 2026 | [London](https://staysats.com/hotels/london/) | Olympia, Kensington | Kensington, Hammersmith, Earl's Court, Shepherd's Bush | [solana.com/breakpoint](https://solana.com/breakpoint) | | Consensus Hong Kong 2027 | February 1–3, 2027 | [Hong Kong](https://staysats.com/hotels/hong-kong/) | Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, Wan Chai | Wan Chai, Admiralty, Causeway Bay, Central | [consensus-hongkong.coindesk.com](https://consensus-hongkong.coindesk.com/) | | TOKEN2049 Dubai | April 21–22, 2027 | [Dubai](https://staysats.com/hotels/dubai/) | Madinat Jumeirah | Umm Suqeim, Al Sufouh, Dubai Marina, Al Barsha | [token2049.com/dubai](https://token2049.com/dubai) | | Consensus Miami 2027 | May 4–6, 2027 | [Miami](https://staysats.com/hotels/miami/) | Miami Beach Convention Center | South Beach, Mid-Beach, Downtown Miami, Brickell | [consensus.coindesk.com](https://consensus.coindesk.com/) | | Signal Week (formerly Paris Blockchain Week) | July 6–7, 2027 | [Paris](https://staysats.com/hotels/paris/) | Palais des Congrès, as listed on the official site | Porte Maillot (17th), Neuilly-sur-Seine, 8th and 16th arrondissements | [parisblockchainweek.com](https://www.parisblockchainweek.com/) | | Bitcoin 2027 | July 15–17, 2027 | Nashville | Music City Center | Downtown, SoBro, The Gulch | [conference.b.tc](https://conference.b.tc/) | | Bitcoin Asia 2027 | August 26–27, 2027 | [Hong Kong](https://staysats.com/hotels/hong-kong/) | Not announced yet | Wait for the venue; Central, Wan Chai and Tsim Sha Tsui have good rail links | [asia.b.tc](https://asia.b.tc/) | Bitcoin Asia: the official site lists August 26–27, 2027, while some press reports give August 27–28. Signal Week: the official page also mentions the Carrousel du Louvre, its former venue. Check the venue before you book. ## Search hotels near your conference Search hotels: https://staysats.com/app/hotels/search Live prices in USD for the whole stay; taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them. Bookings are made on request: nothing is charged until the hotel confirmation number is issued, and a higher total needs your agreement. ## Where should I stay for each event? Near the venue first, then near a direct rail line to it. Conference days are long, and evening side events often run in the same district. ### Devcon 8, Mumbai (November 3–6, 2026) The Jio World Centre is in G Block of the Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC), the business district between Bandra and Kurla. Hotels in BKC itself are the closest; Bandra West and Santacruz are a short ride away. Mumbai's international airport is a short drive from BKC. In India, the rule on paying in crypto on the spot is not verified yet: pay the hotel through us, and pay extras in rupees. ### Breakpoint 2026, London (November 15–17, 2026) Olympia is in Kensington, west London, next to Kensington (Olympia) station. Kensington, Hammersmith, Earl's Court and Shepherd's Bush are within walking distance or one stop away. BTC Map lists 86 places within 25 km of central London, but no hotel. You pay us in crypto, and we pay the hotel in pounds. ### Consensus Hong Kong (February 1–3, 2027) The Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre is on the Wan Chai waterfront, served by Exhibition Centre and Wan Chai MTR stations. Wan Chai, Admiralty and Causeway Bay are within walking distance; Central is one or two stops away. The exhibition opens on February 2–3. Hong Kong hotels charge a 3% Hotel Accommodation Tax: see [Hong Kong hotels](https://staysats.com/hotels/hong-kong/). ### TOKEN2049 Dubai (April 21–22, 2027) Madinat Jumeirah is on the coast in Umm Suqeim, next to Al Sufouh. The closest hotels are in that resort area; Dubai Marina and Al Barsha are a short taxi ride away. The organisers moved this edition from 2026 to 2027, citing uncertainty in the region. Read the travel alert above, and book only once your trip is firm. A 2024 UAE central bank rule lets shops accept crypto only as a licensed dirham token. Do not plan to pay in crypto at the desk. More on [Dubai hotels](https://staysats.com/hotels/dubai/). ### Consensus Miami (May 4–6, 2027) The Miami Beach Convention Center is in South Beach, on Miami Beach. Hotels in South Beach and Mid-Beach are within walking distance or a short ride; Downtown Miami and Brickell are across the causeways. Miami Beach adds its own 4% resort tax on room rent; when it is paid at the hotel, it is confirmed with your booking. More on [Miami hotels](https://staysats.com/hotels/miami/). ### Signal Week, Paris (July 6–7, 2027) The official site lists the Palais des Congrès, at Porte Maillot in the 17th arrondissement, on metro line 1. The 17th, Neuilly-sur-Seine, the 16th and the western 8th around the Champs-Élysées are close. The same page also mentions the Carrousel du Louvre, the former venue, so confirm the venue before you book. More on [Paris hotels](https://staysats.com/hotels/paris/). ### Bitcoin 2027, Nashville (July 15–17, 2027) The Music City Center is in downtown Nashville, in the SoBro area south of Broadway. Downtown, SoBro and The Gulch are within walking distance. Nashville has no city page on StaySats yet: type the city in the search to see live availability. BTC Inc. announced this edition during Bitcoin 2026 in Las Vegas. ### Bitcoin Asia 2027, Hong Kong (August 26–27, 2027) The official site gives the city and dates but no venue yet. Wait for the venue before you book. Central, Wan Chai and Tsim Sha Tsui are good bases in the meantime, with direct MTR links across the city. ## Which conferences have no confirmed dates yet? As of October 12, 2026, these official sites did not show the next edition: - **ETHDenver 2027:** the official site still shows the February 2026 edition at the National Western Center in Denver. - **TOKEN2049 Singapore 2027:** the 2026 edition took place on October 7–8, 2026 at Marina Bay Sands; no 2027 date is listed yet. We add an event here only once its dates and city appear on its official site. ## When should I book a hotel for a crypto conference? As soon as the dates are confirmed and your trip is firm. Event dates can move: TOKEN2049 Dubai, planned for 2026, was postponed to April 21–22, 2027, after strikes in the region. A non-refundable rate booked for the old dates would have returned nothing. - **Treat the rate as non-refundable** until the hotel confirms its cancellation rules with your booking. Then note the exact deadline in the hotel's local time. - **Cover the side events:** many conferences have events in the days around the main dates. Check the official schedule before you fix your nights. - **Check the venue:** for Signal Week and Bitcoin Asia, confirm the venue first. - **Keep the confirmation number:** your balance is charged only when it is issued, and released if we can't confirm the booking in time. ## Are hotels more expensive during crypto conferences? We have not measured it yet, so we publish no figure. Once our own search data exists, our Crypto Conference Hotel Index will compare the median nightly total of each event week with a normal week. Until then, compare the live total for your dates with the same hotel a week later. With StaySats, you see the price found live for your dates, in US dollars, for the whole stay. Taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them; the final total is confirmed with the hotel before you are charged. ## How do I pay my conference hotel in crypto? Top up your balance from $25 with BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, then book. The exact total of the stay is held on your balance, not charged. Bookings are made on request: we confirm the final total with the hotel. The amount is charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued. If the confirmed total is higher, you accept it or the amount is released. If we can't confirm in time, the full amount is released. If the hotel can't host you, you get 100% of the stay back. You choose USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or balance credit. Details: [how it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/) and [refunds](https://staysats.com/refunds/). At check-in, the hotel may ask for a card or a cash deposit for extras: see [check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/). ## Frequently asked questions ### When is Devcon 8, and where should I stay? Devcon 8 runs from November 3 to 6, 2026, at the Jio World Centre in the Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC), Mumbai. The closest hotels are in BKC, with Bandra West and Santacruz a short ride away. With StaySats, you pay us in crypto, and we pay the hotel in rupees. ### Is TOKEN2049 Dubai happening in 2026? No. The organisers postponed the Dubai edition by one year, citing uncertainty in the region. The official site now lists April 21–22, 2027, at Madinat Jumeirah. The US rates the UAE Level 3, "Reconsider travel", so read the travel alert on this page. Treat the rate as non-refundable until the hotel confirms its cancellation rules. ### When is ETHDenver 2027? Not announced on its official site as of October 12, 2026. The site still shows the February 2026 edition at the National Western Center in Denver. We will add ETHDenver 2027 to this page once its dates and venue appear on the official site. Denver itself lists 118 places on BTC Map within 25 km. ### Where is the Bitcoin 2027 conference? In Nashville, Tennessee, at the Music City Center, from July 15 to 17, 2027. BTC Inc. announced it during Bitcoin 2026 in Las Vegas. Downtown, SoBro and The Gulch are within walking distance of the venue. Nashville has no city page on StaySats yet, so type the city in the search to see live availability. ### Are hotels more expensive during crypto conferences? We have not measured it, so we publish no surcharge figure. Once our own search data exists, we will compare the median nightly total in each event week with a normal week. Meanwhile, compare the live total for your dates with the same hotel one week later before you book. ### Can I pay my conference hotel with USDT? Yes. Top up with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20, or with BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, from $25. The total of the stay is held on your balance and charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued. If we can't confirm the booking in time, the amount is released. ### What is Signal Week? It is the new name of Paris Blockchain Week, according to its official site. The 2027 edition is listed for July 6–7, 2027, at the Palais des Congrès in Paris. The same page also mentions the Carrousel du Louvre, the former venue. Confirm the venue before you book a hotel near Porte Maillot. ## Sources 1. [Devcon 8, Mumbai](https://devcon.org/en/) — Ethereum Foundation (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [Breakpoint 2026](https://solana.com/breakpoint) — Solana Foundation (checked 2026-10-12) 3. [Consensus Hong Kong 2027](https://consensus-hongkong.coindesk.com/) — CoinDesk (checked 2026-10-12) 4. [TOKEN2049 Dubai](https://token2049.com/dubai) — TOKEN2049 (checked 2026-10-12) 5. [TOKEN2049 Dubai moved to 2027 amid heightened security risks in UAE](https://www.theblock.co/post/393543/token2049-dubai-moved-to-2027-amid-heightened-security-risks-in-uae) — The Block (2026-03-13) 6. [United Arab Emirates travel advice](https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/united-arab-emirates) — UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (updated July 24, 2026; checked 2026-10-12) 7. [United Arab Emirates Travel Advisory (Level 3: Reconsider travel)](https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/united-arab-emirates.html) — US Department of State (August 29, 2026; checked 2026-10-12) 8. [Consensus 2027, Miami](https://consensus.coindesk.com/) — CoinDesk (checked 2026-10-12) 9. [Signal Week (Paris Blockchain Week)](https://www.parisblockchainweek.com/) — Paris Blockchain Week (checked 2026-10-12) 10. [Bitcoin 2027 Conference](https://conference.b.tc/) — BTC Inc. (checked 2026-10-12) 11. [Bitcoin 2027 conference heads to Nashville](https://bitcoinmagazine.com/news/bitcoin-2027-conference-nashville) — Bitcoin Magazine (2026-04-28) 12. [Bitcoin Asia 2027](https://asia.b.tc/) — BTC Inc. (checked 2026-10-12) 13. [ETHDenver](https://www.ethdenver.com/) — SporkDAO (checked 2026-10-12) 14. [TOKEN2049 (editions)](https://www.token2049.com/) — TOKEN2049 (checked 2026-10-12) 15. [Payment Token Services Regulation (Circular 2/2024)](https://rulebook.centralbank.ae/en/rulebook/payment-token-services-regulation) — Central Bank of the UAE, rulebook (checked 2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Which cities are the most crypto-friendly? (and where it's illegal) > Crypto-friendly cities: BTC Map places within 25 km of 100 destinations, and where paying in crypto on the spot is banned. Data of October 12, 2026, free CSV. - URL: https://staysats.com/crypto-friendly-destinations/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) 100 destinations compared in one index. For each city: places listed on BTC Map within 25 km, hotels among them, and the rule on paying in crypto on the spot. Counts are listings, not proof that a place accepts crypto today. **Quick answer — Where can you spend crypto when you travel?** On October 12, 2026, San Salvador led the **StaySats** index of 100 destinations, with 606 places listed on BTC Map within 25 km. Johannesburg (497) and Los Angeles (311) followed. Worldwide, BTC Map lists 29,734 active places, only 927 of them hotels. Paying in crypto on the spot is banned in 13 of these cities and restricted in 7. ## The index in figures | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Destinations in the index | 100 cities in 53 countries | | Data date | BTC Map public API, downloaded on October 12, 2026 | | Radius | 25 km around a city centre point, measured as a straight-line distance | | Worldwide on BTC Map | 29,734 active places, including 927 hotels and 2,510 ATMs or exchange offices | | Most places listed | San Salvador 606 · Johannesburg 497 · Los Angeles 311 · Cape Town 288 · Lugano 276 | | No place listed within 25 km | 10 cities, among them Abu Dhabi, Doha, Macau and Mecca | | Hotels listed on BTC Map | At least one in 37 of the 100 cities; most in San Salvador (13), then Chiang Mai and Lugano (9 each) | | Paying in crypto on the spot | Banned in 13 cities, restricted in 7 (Thailand, United Arab Emirates), not verified yet in 3 (India) | | On sale with StaySats | 97 of the 100 cities; not yet in Barcelona, Madrid and Palma (Spain) | | Licence and files | CC BY 4.0, JSON and CSV | | Update cadence | Quarterly; next update planned for January 2027 | ## Which destinations have the most places listed on BTC Map? San Salvador leads with 606 places listed within 25 km of its centre. Johannesburg (497), Los Angeles (311), Cape Town (288) and Lugano (276) follow. These counts include every active BTC Map place except ATMs and exchange offices. 16 of the 100 cities have 100 places or more. The median city has 18. 35 cities have fewer than 10, and 10 cities have none at all. The cities that crypto travellers visit most are not the ones with the most listings. Travala and Binance Pay named Dubai, Bangkok, London, Tokyo and Paris as the top five destinations of crypto travellers in 2024. BTC Map lists 10 places in Dubai, 95 in Bangkok, 86 in London, 51 in Tokyo and 48 in Paris. In those cities, the hotel is paid before the trip: you pay StaySats in crypto, and we pay the hotel in local currency. For Dubai, read the travel alert on [its city page](https://staysats.com/hotels/dubai/) first. ## Top 20 destinations by places listed on BTC Map (October 12, 2026) Places listed on BTC Map within 25 km of each city centre. All 100 cities are in the full table below and in the files: [JSON](https://staysats.com/data/crypto-friendly-destinations.json) · [CSV](https://staysats.com/data/crypto-friendly-destinations.csv). The files add each city's check-in rule and the source of each local rule. | City | Places listed on BTC Map (25 km) | Verified in 2025 or later | Hotels listed | Paying in crypto on the spot | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | San Salvador, El Salvador | 606 | 131 | 13 | No ban found | | Johannesburg, South Africa | 497 | 487 | 0 | No ban found | | Los Angeles, United States | 311 | 294 | 1 | No ban found | | Cape Town, South Africa | 288 | 264 | 1 | No ban found | | Lugano, Switzerland | 276 | 214 | 9 | No ban found | | Tbilisi, Georgia | 175 | 59 | 1 | No ban found | | Funchal (Madeira), Portugal | 164 | 164 | 7 | No ban found | | San Francisco, United States | 152 | 143 | 1 | No ban found | | [Miami](https://staysats.com/hotels/miami/), United States | 142 | 119 | 0 | No ban found | | São Paulo, Brazil | 136 | 80 | 5 | No ban found | | Medellín, Colombia | 135 | 130 | 0 | No ban found | | Nairobi, Kenya | 131 | 107 | 3 | No ban found | | Denver, United States | 118 | 108 | 0 | No ban found | | Orlando, United States | 107 | 105 | 0 | No ban found | | Zurich, Switzerland | 107 | 80 | 1 | No ban found | | Prague, Czechia | 101 | 50 | 2 | No ban found | | [Bangkok](https://staysats.com/hotels/bangkok/), Thailand | 95 | 95 | 0 | Restricted (only through the TouristDigiPay sandbox) | | Vancouver, Canada | 91 | 90 | 1 | No ban found | | Austin, United States | 91 | 78 | 0 | No ban found | | Las Vegas, United States | 87 | 81 | 1 | No ban found | Counts computed by StaySats from the BTC Map public API (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL). "Listed" does not mean that a place accepts crypto today. All 20 of these cities are on sale with StaySats. ## Where is paying in crypto on the spot banned or restricted? Paying shops, restaurants or hotel desks in crypto on the spot is banned in 13 of our 100 destinations and restricted in 7. These rules target crypto used as money at the counter. Holding crypto can still be legal in the same country, as in Indonesia. Each row gives the rule, its status and its source; we checked them all on October 12, 2026. | Country | Cities in the index | Rule | Status | Source | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Indonesia | [Bali](https://staysats.com/hotels/bali/), Jakarta | Crypto may be held as an asset but not used to pay (Law 7/2011 on Currency). In May 2023, Bali announced sanctions against foreign tourists who pay in crypto. | Banned | [Antara, 2023](https://en.antaranews.com/news/283182/bali-to-crack-down-on-foreign-tourists-using-crypto-as-payment) | | Türkiye | [Istanbul](https://staysats.com/hotels/istanbul/), Antalya | The central bank bans the use of crypto to pay for goods or services. The ban took effect on April 30, 2021. | Banned | [The Block, 2021](https://www.theblock.co/linked/101905/turkey-central-bank-bans-crypto-payments) | | Vietnam | Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, Hanoi, Nha Trang, Phu Quoc | Crypto is not a legal means of payment. Using an illegal payment instrument can be fined VND 50–100 million (Decree 88/2019, article 26). | Banned | [LuatVietnam](https://luatvietnam.vn/tin-phap-luat/bitcoin-how-does-the-law-of-vietnam-regulate-230-29234-article.html) · [Viet An Law](https://vietanlaw.com/legal-framework-for-cryptocurrency-in-vietnam) | | China (mainland) | Shanghai | All crypto activity is banned. Hong Kong and Macau have their own rules. | Banned | [Library of Congress report via Decrypt, 2021](https://decrypt.co/89148/over-50-countries-have-placed-bans-on-crypto-library-of-congress-report) | | Qatar | Doha | Listed with an absolute ban on crypto in a report of November 2021, not updated since. | Banned (2021 report) | [Library of Congress report via Decrypt, 2021](https://decrypt.co/89148/over-50-countries-have-placed-bans-on-crypto-library-of-congress-report) | | Egypt | Cairo | Listed with an absolute ban on crypto in the same 2021 report. | Banned (2021 report) | [Library of Congress report via Decrypt, 2021](https://decrypt.co/89148/over-50-countries-have-placed-bans-on-crypto-library-of-congress-report) | | Morocco | Marrakech | Listed with an absolute ban on crypto in the same 2021 report. | Banned (2021 report) | [Library of Congress report via Decrypt, 2021](https://decrypt.co/89148/over-50-countries-have-placed-bans-on-crypto-library-of-congress-report) | | Thailand | [Bangkok](https://staysats.com/hotels/bangkok/), Phuket, Pattaya, Chiang Mai, Koh Samui | Paying merchants in crypto is not allowed outside the TouristDigiPay sandbox, announced on August 18, 2025. In the sandbox, tourists convert crypto to baht and merchants receive baht only. We found no 2026 status update. | Restricted | [The Block, 2025](https://www.theblock.co/post/367207/thailand-crypto-baht-payment-pilot-foreign-tourists) · [Tilleke & Gibbins](https://www.tilleke.com/insights/thailand-launches-initiative-supporting-digital-asset-use-in-tourism/) | | United Arab Emirates | [Dubai](https://staysats.com/hotels/dubai/), Abu Dhabi | Shops may accept crypto only as a licensed dirham token, under the central bank Payment Token Services Regulation (in force August 31, 2024). Financial free zones are excluded. | Restricted | [Central Bank of the UAE](https://rulebook.centralbank.ae/en/rulebook/payment-token-services-regulation) · [The National, 2024](https://www.thenationalnews.com/future/technology/2024/07/19/what-you-need-to-know-about-the-uae-central-banks-new-regulation-on-stablecoins/) | | India | Mumbai, Delhi, Goa | Tax and on-the-spot payment rules not verified yet. | Not verified yet | — | The 2021 Library of Congress report also lists Algeria, Tunisia, Iraq, Bangladesh and Nepal; none of them is in our index. A status we could not verify says so: we do not guess. ## Crypto-Friendly Destinations Index: all 100 cities (October 12, 2026) Sorted by the number of places listed on BTC Map within 25 km. A city name links to its hotel page when one exists. The last column is our own offer, included and marked. | City | Places listed on BTC Map (25 km) | Verified in 2025 or later | Hotels listed | Paying in crypto on the spot | On sale with StaySats | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | San Salvador, El Salvador | 606 | 131 | 13 | No ban found | Yes | | Johannesburg, South Africa | 497 | 487 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Los Angeles, United States | 311 | 294 | 1 | No ban found | Yes | | Cape Town, South Africa | 288 | 264 | 1 | No ban found | Yes | | Lugano, Switzerland | 276 | 214 | 9 | No ban found | Yes | | Tbilisi, Georgia | 175 | 59 | 1 | No ban found | Yes | | Funchal (Madeira), Portugal | 164 | 164 | 7 | No ban found | Yes | | San Francisco, United States | 152 | 143 | 1 | No ban found | Yes | | [Miami](https://staysats.com/hotels/miami/), United States | 142 | 119 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | São Paulo, Brazil | 136 | 80 | 5 | No ban found | Yes | | Medellín, Colombia | 135 | 130 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Nairobi, Kenya | 131 | 107 | 3 | No ban found | Yes | | Denver, United States | 118 | 108 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Orlando, United States | 107 | 105 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Zurich, Switzerland | 107 | 80 | 1 | No ban found | Yes | | Prague, Czechia | 101 | 50 | 2 | No ban found | Yes | | [Bangkok](https://staysats.com/hotels/bangkok/), Thailand | 95 | 95 | 0 | Restricted (only through the TouristDigiPay sandbox) | Yes | | Vancouver, Canada | 91 | 90 | 1 | No ban found | Yes | | Austin, United States | 91 | 78 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Las Vegas, United States | 87 | 81 | 1 | No ban found | Yes | | [London](https://staysats.com/hotels/london/), United Kingdom | 86 | 49 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Buenos Aires, Argentina | 86 | 16 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | [New York](https://staysats.com/hotels/new-york/), United States | 85 | 76 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Milan, Italy | 82 | 21 | 7 | No ban found | Yes | | [Mexico City](https://staysats.com/hotels/mexico-city/), Mexico | 79 | 4 | 3 | No ban found | Yes | | Rome, Italy | 57 | 4 | 3 | No ban found | Yes | | [Lisbon](https://staysats.com/hotels/lisbon/), Portugal | 53 | 34 | 3 | No ban found | Yes | | Berlin, Germany | 52 | 30 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | [Tokyo](https://staysats.com/hotels/tokyo/), Japan | 51 | 46 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Amsterdam, Netherlands | 50 | 42 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Cancún, Mexico | 48 | 36 | 7 | No ban found | Yes | | [Paris](https://staysats.com/hotels/paris/), France | 48 | 34 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Honolulu, United States | 45 | 44 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Florianópolis, Brazil | 45 | 29 | 4 | No ban found | Yes | | Chiang Mai, Thailand | 35 | 31 | 9 | Restricted (only through the TouristDigiPay sandbox) | Yes | | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil | 35 | 17 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Bogotá, Colombia | 33 | 28 | 3 | No ban found | Yes | | Vienna, Austria | 33 | 18 | 4 | No ban found | Yes | | [Seoul](https://staysats.com/hotels/seoul/), South Korea | 32 | 15 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Munich, Germany | 31 | 17 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Melbourne, Australia | 26 | 11 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Sydney, Australia | 23 | 14 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Madrid, Spain | 22 | 13 | 1 | No ban found | Not yet (Spain paused) | | Barcelona, Spain | 22 | 9 | 1 | No ban found | Not yet (Spain paused) | | [Hong Kong](https://staysats.com/hotels/hong-kong/), Hong Kong | 21 | 16 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Auckland, New Zealand | 21 | 9 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Warsaw, Poland | 21 | 7 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Toronto, Canada | 19 | 15 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Lima, Peru | 19 | 14 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Pattaya, Thailand | 18 | 18 | 1 | Restricted (only through the TouristDigiPay sandbox) | Yes | | Phuket, Thailand | 18 | 18 | 2 | Restricted (only through the TouristDigiPay sandbox) | Yes | | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | 17 | 7 | 1 | No ban found | Yes | | Koh Samui, Thailand | 15 | 14 | 3 | Restricted (only through the TouristDigiPay sandbox) | Yes | | Porto, Portugal | 15 | 10 | 1 | No ban found | Yes | | [Bali](https://staysats.com/hotels/bali/), Indonesia | 15 | 5 | 3 | Banned (Law 7/2011 on Currency) | Yes | | Florence, Italy | 14 | 6 | 1 | No ban found | Yes | | Dublin, Ireland | 14 | 4 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Palma de Mallorca, Spain | 13 | 6 | 0 | No ban found | Not yet (Spain paused) | | Busan, South Korea | 13 | 3 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Cebu, Philippines | 11 | 1 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Panama City, Panama | 10 | 8 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | [Singapore](https://staysats.com/hotels/singapore/), Singapore | 10 | 6 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | [Dubai](https://staysats.com/hotels/dubai/), United Arab Emirates | 10 | 5 | 2 | Restricted (licensed dirham tokens only, 2024 rule) | Yes | | Manila, Philippines | 10 | 3 | 1 | No ban found | Yes | | Santiago, Chile | 10 | 3 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Lagos, Nigeria | 9 | 6 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Accra, Ghana | 8 | 4 | 1 | No ban found | Yes | | Kraków, Poland | 7 | 4 | 1 | No ban found | Yes | | Athens, Greece | 7 | 1 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Punta Cana, Dominican Republic | 6 | 6 | 1 | No ban found | Yes | | [Istanbul](https://staysats.com/hotels/istanbul/), Türkiye | 6 | 3 | 0 | Banned (central bank rule, April 2021) | Yes | | Tel Aviv, Israel | 6 | 2 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Budapest, Hungary | 6 | 1 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Taipei, Taiwan | 5 | 3 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Tulum, Mexico | 5 | 3 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Mumbai, India | 5 | 2 | 0 | Not verified yet | Yes | | Da Nang, Vietnam | 4 | 4 | 0 | Banned (illegal payment instrument, Decree 88/2019) | Yes | | Jakarta, Indonesia | 4 | 3 | 0 | Banned (Law 7/2011 on Currency) | Yes | | Osaka, Japan | 3 | 2 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam | 3 | 1 | 1 | Banned (illegal payment instrument, Decree 88/2019) | Yes | | Malé, Maldives | 3 | 0 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Antalya, Türkiye | 2 | 2 | 0 | Banned (central bank rule, April 2021) | Yes | | Goa, India | 2 | 2 | 0 | Not verified yet | Yes | | Kyoto, Japan | 2 | 2 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Cairo, Egypt | 2 | 0 | 0 | Listed as banned (2021 report) | Yes | | Fukuoka, Japan | 1 | 1 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Hanoi, Vietnam | 1 | 1 | 0 | Banned (illegal payment instrument, Decree 88/2019) | Yes | | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | 1 | 1 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Shanghai, China | 1 | 1 | 0 | Banned (all crypto activity, mainland China) | Yes | | Jeju, South Korea | 1 | 0 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | 0 | 0 | 0 | Restricted (licensed dirham tokens only, 2024 rule) | Yes | | Delhi, India | 0 | 0 | 0 | Not verified yet | Yes | | Doha, Qatar | 0 | 0 | 0 | Listed as banned (2021 report) | Yes | | Jeddah, Saudi Arabia | 0 | 0 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Macau, Macau | 0 | 0 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Marrakech, Morocco | 0 | 0 | 0 | Listed as banned (2021 report) | Yes | | Mecca, Saudi Arabia | 0 | 0 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Nha Trang, Vietnam | 0 | 0 | 0 | Banned (illegal payment instrument, Decree 88/2019) | Yes | | Penang, Malaysia | 0 | 0 | 0 | No ban found | Yes | | Phu Quoc, Vietnam | 0 | 0 | 0 | Banned (illegal payment instrument, Decree 88/2019) | Yes | Place counts computed by StaySats from the BTC Map public API on October 12, 2026. BTC Map builds its places from OpenStreetMap data (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL). "Listed" does not mean that a place accepts crypto today. The last column is our own offer, included and marked. ## Can I still book a hotel with crypto in those countries? Booking online before you travel is a different act from paying on the spot. With StaySats, you pay us in crypto, and we pay the hotel in rupiah, lira, dong, baht, dirhams or another local currency. You never hand crypto to the hotel desk, a shop or a restaurant, which is what the local rules target. At checkout, the exact total of the stay is held on your balance, not charged. It is charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued, and released at once if the hotel can't confirm. See [how it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/). Two limits apply. Hotels in Spain are not available yet, and we sell nothing in sanctioned countries: see [where we can't sell hotels](https://staysats.com/where-we-cant-sell-hotels/). Extras at the hotel, such as a deposit or the minibar, are paid in local currency or by card. ## Why do some big destinations list so few places? BTC Map depends on local volunteers who add and verify places, so counts vary with local activity and local rules. Dubai lists 10 places within 25 km, and Abu Dhabi and Macau list none. Singapore lists 10. In the United Arab Emirates, a 2024 central bank rule lets shops accept crypto only as a licensed dirham token. In Singapore, guidelines of January 17, 2022 from the Monetary Authority of Singapore ask crypto firms not to promote their services to the public. That includes crypto ATMs in public places. A low count is a reason to pay for your hotel before you travel. It is not, by itself, a sign that crypto is illegal there. ## Which crypto-friendly cities suit a long stay? For a month or more, compare cities with many listings and a clear local rule. Funchal on Madeira lists 164 places and 7 hotels, Tbilisi 175 places, Medellín 135 places, Lisbon 53 places and 3 hotels. Chiang Mai lists 35 places and 9 hotels, but paying on the spot is restricted in Thailand. Nomad visas and the crypto rule of each country are compared on [digital nomads](https://staysats.com/digital-nomads/). Deposits, taxes and refunds for a 30-night booking are on [monthly stays paid in USDT](https://staysats.com/long-stays-paid-in-usdt/). ## How is the index built? - **Source:** the BTC Map public API (`api.btcmap.org/v4/places`), downloaded on October 12, 2026: 43,120 places, of which 13,386 deleted, leaving 29,734 active. - **Exclusions:** 2,510 ATMs and exchange offices are left out of the city counts. - **Radius:** 25 km around a city centre point set by hand, measured as a great-circle (haversine) distance. - **Verified:** a place counts as verified when BTC Map shows a verification date of January 1, 2025 or later. - **Hotels:** places shown with BTC Map's hotel icon. - **Local rule:** one status per country (banned, restricted, not verified yet, no ban found), with its source and the date of our check. - **On sale with StaySats:** our own sale status on the same date. ## What are the limits of this data? - BTC Map is built by volunteers from OpenStreetMap data. A listed place may have stopped taking crypto, and many places that take it are not listed. - "Listed" never means "accepts crypto today". Check with the place before you rely on it. - In the United States, some places shown with a fuel station icon may in fact be ATMs. We did not remove them. - The hotel census is very incomplete: BTC Map lists 927 hotels in the whole world. - Two nearby cities can share places when their 25 km circles overlap, for example Osaka and Kyoto. - The 2021 Library of Congress report has not been updated, so the statuses based on it may be out of date. - The index contains no hotel price and no count of our own hotels. We publish those only once they are measured. ## How can I download and reuse the data? Download the full index as [JSON](https://staysats.com/data/crypto-friendly-destinations.json) or [CSV](https://staysats.com/data/crypto-friendly-destinations.csv). The files add each city's check-in ID rule and the source URL of each local rule. They are free to reuse under the CC BY 4.0 licence. We update the index every quarter. The date on this page changes only when the data changes, and each update is logged in the [changelog](https://staysats.com/changelog/). Our other datasets are on [open data](https://staysats.com/data/). ## How do I cite the destinations data? Use this line, with the date of our count: > Source: StaySats, *Crypto-Friendly Destinations* (checked October 12, 2026), CC BY 4.0, https://staysats.com/crypto-friendly-destinations/. A link is appreciated; any rel attribute is fine. Please also credit BTC Map and OpenStreetMap contributors for the place counts, since the counts come from their listings. ## Who publishes this index, and is there a conflict of interest? StaySats publishes it: the StaySats research desk of TravelGoat LLC (United States) compiles the data. No expert has reviewed it yet; named reviewers will be listed on our [editorial policy](https://staysats.com/editorial-policy/) when appointed. We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto. Our offer is included and marked: the last column of the table shows where you can book a hotel with us. No city or merchant paid to appear, and our sales do not change the BTC Map counts. If you find an error, write to us through the [contact page](https://staysats.com/contact/) and we will correct it in the next update. ## Frequently asked questions ### Which city has the most places listed on BTC Map? San Salvador, with 606 active places listed within 25 km of its centre on October 12, 2026. Johannesburg (497) and Los Angeles (311) come next. El Zonte, a beach town in El Salvador, was measured separately: 211 places, 35 of them hotels. It is not one of the 100 cities of the index. ### Is it legal to pay a hotel in Bali in crypto? Not on the spot. Indonesian law lets people hold crypto as an asset but not use it to pay. In May 2023, Bali announced sanctions against tourists who pay in crypto. Booking online before you travel is different: you pay StaySats in crypto, and we pay the hotel in rupiah. You never pay the hotel desk in crypto. ### Does a high count mean I can pay in crypto everywhere in that city? No. A count is the number of places listed on BTC Map within 25 km, sorted by volunteers from OpenStreetMap data. Even in Johannesburg, 497 listed places are a small share of the city's shops and hotels. Use the count to compare cities, then check a specific place before you rely on it. ### Why does Dubai rank so low if crypto travellers go there? Because travel demand and merchant listings are different things. Dubai was the first destination of crypto travellers in 2024, per Travala and Binance Pay, yet BTC Map lists only 10 places within 25 km. A 2024 UAE central bank rule also limits shop payments to licensed dirham tokens. Since February 2026, the UAE has also been under a travel alert: see [Dubai hotels](https://staysats.com/hotels/dubai/). ### Can I book hotels with crypto in Thailand? Yes, online. Paying Thai merchants in crypto is restricted to the TouristDigiPay sandbox, where crypto is converted to baht and merchants are paid in baht. With StaySats, you pay us in crypto before you travel, and we pay the hotel in baht. Extras at the hotel are paid in baht or by card. ### Why do some cities say "Not verified yet"? Because we could not confirm the rule on an official or primary source. That is the case for our cities in India on October 12, 2026. We prefer an honest blank to a guess. When we verify a rule, the status, its source and the date of the check appear in the table and in the data files. ### How often is the index updated, and can I reuse it? Every quarter; the next update is planned for January 2027. The table and the JSON and CSV files are free to reuse under CC BY 4.0. Credit StaySats with the date of the data, and BTC Map and OpenStreetMap contributors for the place counts. Each change is logged in our changelog. **Going somewhere with few crypto merchants?** Book the hotel before you go: top up from $25, and your balance is held, not charged, until the hotel confirms. [Search hotels](https://staysats.com/hotels/) ## Sources 1. [BTC Map, places API (v4)](https://api.btcmap.org/v4/places) — BTC Map (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [BTC Map wiki: API elements (data taken from OpenStreetMap)](https://wiki.btcmap.org/api/elements) — BTC Map (checked 2026-10-12) 3. [Copyright and licence](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright) — OpenStreetMap Foundation (checked 2026-10-12) 4. [Bali to crack down on foreign tourists using crypto as payment](https://en.antaranews.com/news/283182/bali-to-crack-down-on-foreign-tourists-using-crypto-as-payment) — Antara (2023) 5. [Turkey's central bank bans crypto payments](https://www.theblock.co/linked/101905/turkey-central-bank-bans-crypto-payments) — The Block (2021) 6. [Thailand rolls out pilot program for tourists to convert crypto into baht for spending](https://www.theblock.co/post/367207/thailand-crypto-baht-payment-pilot-foreign-tourists) — The Block (2025) 7. [Thailand launches initiative supporting digital asset use in tourism](https://www.tilleke.com/insights/thailand-launches-initiative-supporting-digital-asset-use-in-tourism/) — Tilleke & Gibbins (checked 2026-10-12) 8. [Over 50 countries have placed bans on crypto: Library of Congress report](https://decrypt.co/89148/over-50-countries-have-placed-bans-on-crypto-library-of-congress-report) — Decrypt (November 2021) 9. [Payment Token Services Regulation (Circular 2/2024)](https://rulebook.centralbank.ae/en/rulebook/payment-token-services-regulation) — Central Bank of the UAE, rulebook (checked 2026-10-12) 10. [What you need to know about UAE Central Bank's new regulation on stablecoins](https://www.thenationalnews.com/future/technology/2024/07/19/what-you-need-to-know-about-the-uae-central-banks-new-regulation-on-stablecoins/) — The National (2024-07-19) 11. [Bitcoin - How does the law of Vietnam regulate?](https://luatvietnam.vn/tin-phap-luat/bitcoin-how-does-the-law-of-vietnam-regulate-230-29234-article.html) — LuatVietnam (checked 2026-10-12) 12. [Legal framework for cryptocurrency in Vietnam](https://vietanlaw.com/legal-framework-for-cryptocurrency-in-vietnam) — Viet An Law (checked 2026-10-12) 13. [MAS issues guidelines to discourage cryptocurrency trading by general public](https://www.mas.gov.sg/news/media-releases/2022/mas-issues-guidelines-to-discourage-cryptocurrency-trading-by-general-public) — Monetary Authority of Singapore (2022-01-17) 14. [Binance Pay and Travala report a surge in crypto travel bookings](https://finbold.com/binance-pay-and-travala-report-a-surge-in-crypto-travel-bookings/) — Finbold (2024) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Crypto travel seller registry: who runs each site, refunds and status (October 2026) > Who runs each crypto travel site? 21 sellers, last checked October 13, 2026: company, country, coins, refund of a crypto payment, fees and status. CC BY 4.0. - URL: https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/ - Last updated: 2026-10-13 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) A dated, sourced list of the companies that sell travel paid in crypto. It shows who runs each site, where it is registered, how it refunds a crypto payment and whether it is still open. Facts only, no ratings. **Quick answer — Who runs the crypto travel sites?** Our registry lists 21 sellers of travel paid in crypto, last checked October 13, 2026. 19 are active, CheapAir has closed and CoinBooking has not launched. 14 name their company in our sources, such as Travala Pte. Ltd. in Singapore. The others do not, including Flyfi and Entravel. **StaySats**, the publisher, is shown apart. ## The registry in figures (October 13, 2026) | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Sellers listed | 21; StaySats, the publisher, is shown apart and not counted | | Status | 19 active; 1 closed (CheapAir, 2024); 1 not launched (CoinBooking) | | What they sell | 16 sell hotels, some also flights (CoinBooking included, not launched); 3 sell flights only; gift cards only: Bitrefill and BitPay | | Active sellers that take crypto for hotels | 15: Travala, Travorio, LockTrip, Cryptorefills, KryptoMate, Trip.com, Crypto.com Travel, Destinia, Entravel, Flyfi, trip1, Sleap, BitPay Travel, TravelSwap, and IMPT. Access limits: Trip.com (some markets), Crypto.com Travel (US subscribers), Entravel (members) | | Company named in our sources | 14: Travala, Travorio, LockTrip, Laters, Alternative Airlines, Cryptorefills, KryptoMate, Trip.com, Destinia, trip1, Sleap, BitPay, TravelSwap, and IMPT | | No company found | The other rows: Flyfi, Entravel, Crypto.com Travel (operating entity not named), Bitrefill, BitPay Travel (its terms name none), CheapAir and CoinBooking | | Refund of a crypto payment | Travel Credits at Travala; crypto at Laters, trip1 and IMPT (its guides); USDC at LockTrip; USDT at Alternative Airlines (USDT page); fiat at Cryptorefills (flights); others in each row | | Last check | October 13, 2026; next full check by January 2027 | | License | CC BY 4.0: [JSON](https://staysats.com/data/crypto-travel-sellers.json) · [CSV](https://staysats.com/data/crypto-travel-sellers.csv) | ## The registry: 21 sellers, one row each The rows follow our research file, not a ranking. "Closed" and "Not launched" are shown next to the seller's name. Each row links to the pages we read. StaySats is not in this table: its row is shown apart, just below. | Seller | Company | Coins and networks | Refund of a crypto payment | Published fees | ID checks | Checked | Source | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Travala | Travala Pte. Ltd., Singapore | 129 payment options, including BTC (also Lightning), ETH, SOL, LTC, USDC and USDT, Binance Pay and Crypto.com Pay. USDT network: its USDT page names ERC-20 only; its payment options page shows a plain "USDT" (internal key USDTTRC20) (both read 2026-10-12) | Crypto payments refunded as Travel Credits (not convertible to cash or crypto, not transferable); Binance Pay → USDT; Crypto.com Pay → same crypto; payments through its AI booking connector (MCP): Travel Credits, USDC on Base or another method (T&C 9.11) | Flights: $15 per booking to void or $25 per person to process a refund, on top of airline fees (T&C 9.5) | Guest checkout possible; the terms allow an ID check at any time and frozen funds (T&C 4.4–4.6, 8.4) | October 12, 2026 | [Travala terms and conditions](https://www.travala.com/terms-and-conditions), [Travala help: refunds of crypto payments](https://help.travala.com/hc/en-us/articles/20907422717209), [Travala, pay with USDT](https://www.travala.com/payment/usdt), [Travala, payment options](https://www.travala.com/payment-options) | | Travorio | Travorio LLC, Not stated: its terms name Travorio LLC without a state or address (read 2026-10-09) | "100+": BTC, ETH, USDT, USDC, BNB, SOL, MATIC, LTC…; networks not stated | Payment page: original crypto or Travorio credit. Terms: fiat, travel credit or another method; "crypto-to-crypto refunds are not guaranteed"; 4 to 12 weeks | Its crypto payment page claims "real-time exchange rates, no markup" and no extra fee for crypto payments, only the blockchain network fee (read 2026-10-12) | Not stated | October 13, 2026 | [Travorio, crypto payment](https://travorio.com/payment/crypto), [Travorio terms](https://travorio.com/terms) | | LockTrip | LockTrip LLC (EOOD, Bulgaria, UIC 204752244), Bulgaria | 21 cryptocurrencies on its crypto page (BTC, ETH, USDT, BNB, XRP, USDC, LTC, DOGE, SOL…); LOC token wallet payments; cards via Stripe and Revolut (FAQ); networks not stated | Terms: crypto payments refunded in USDC, fiat in the same currency (T&C V.15.4–15.5); FAQ: to the original payment method within 5–10 business days | Crypto or card processor's fee charged on top (T&C App. 1 IV.2); refunds: non-refundable processing fee of up to 2% (FAQ); Book Now, Pay Later: EUR 1 + 2.5%, non-refundable | An account is required to see prices and book; nationality must match the passport (T&C III); its identity verification procedure requires a national ID or passport (AML policy, 2021); public API: account from an email only (guest_login) | October 13, 2026 | [LockTrip, book hotels with crypto](https://locktrip.com/page/book-hotels-with-crypto), [LockTrip general terms of use](https://locktrip.com/terms), [LockTrip AML & KYC policy](https://locktrip.com/aml_kyc), [LockTrip support FAQ](https://locktrip.com/support), [LockTrip llms.txt](https://locktrip.com/llms.txt), [LockTrip MCP API (OpenAPI)](https://locktrip.com/mcp/openapi.json), [Bulgarian Commercial Register, UIC 204752244](https://portal.registryagency.bg/CR/api/Deeds/204752244) | | Laters | Fly Fairly Pte. Ltd., Singapore | BTC, ETH, USDC; USDT via Crypto.com Pay on Cronos, ERC-20 and Polygon (no TRC-20) | In CRO, BTC, ETH, USDC or TUSD minus network fees — not in USDT | "No payment surcharge", network fees only | Not stated | October 12, 2026 | [Laters, pay with USDT](https://laters.com/payment/usdt) | | Alternative Airlines | Alternative Airlines Ltd (England, no. 02885223), United Kingdom | "100+" cryptocurrencies through xMoney, Crypto.com Pay, CoinGate and Binance Pay; networks not stated | USDT page: refunds in USDT "minus any applicable fees"; elsewhere "may follow the payment provider's process" | "Some payments may include network or processing fees", not refundable | Not mentioned | October 12, 2026 | [Alternative Airlines, cryptocurrencies](https://www.alternativeairlines.com/cryptocurrencies), [Alternative Airlines, buy flights with USDT](https://www.alternativeairlines.com/buy-flights-with-usdt) | | Cryptorefills | Big Dream Ventures B.V., Netherlands | About 27 assets on Tron, TON, Solana, Base, Ethereum, Polygon, Arbitrum, BSC…; on-chain BTC excluded for flights | Flights: airline cancellation refunded in fiat money; hotels: not found | Not stated; changes and extra fees payable in fiat money | "No KYC", no account (email only) | October 12, 2026 | [Cryptorefills, flights](https://www.cryptorefills.com/en/flights), [Cryptorefills, stays](https://www.cryptorefills.com/en/stays) | | KryptoMate | Cryptomate Limited | "200+" cryptocurrencies on 20+ networks; its llms.txt names Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, BNB Chain, Polygon, Tron (TRC-20), Avalanche, Arbitrum and Optimism | Refund rules shown per fare | "Taxes and fees included" | Not found | October 12, 2026 | [KryptoMate, flights](https://kryptomate.com/flights), [KryptoMate llms.txt](https://kryptomate.com/llms.txt) | | Trip.com | Trip.com Group | USDT and USDC through Triple-A, depending on the market (detected by IP), not in mainland China (press) | Not found | One press test: 0%, then 2.39 USDT depending on the wallet (search extract) | Name and email for a hotel (search extract) | October 12, 2026 | [SCMP via Yahoo Finance (2025-12-29)](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/trip-com-tests-stablecoin-payments-093000388.html) | | Crypto.com Travel | — | "Over 400 cryptocurrencies" through Crypto.com Pay; CRO rewards, +6% CRO with Crypto.com Pay or its Visa card | Crypto paid through Crypto.com Pay: "evaluated on a case-by-case basis", to the original payment method only (help center) | Not found | A Crypto.com account (platform KYC) and a Level Up subscription are required | October 12, 2026 | [Crypto.com Travel launch](https://crypto.com/en/product-news/cdc-travel-launch), [Crypto.com Help Center: Crypto.com Travel](https://help.crypto.com/en/articles/14836843-crypto-com-travel) | | Bitrefill | — | BTC, Lightning, ETH, USDC, USDT, SOL, LTC, DOGE, DASH, Binance Pay | Gift card: rules of each brand | Face value on Flightgift, Hotelgift, AirlineGift, Global Hotel Card and Delta; Airbnb USA +$0.26 per card; Southwest +$0.25 | Limits by tier (search extract): without an account $500/day and $1,000/month | October 12, 2026 | [Bitrefill, travel gift cards](https://www.bitrefill.com/us/en/gift-cards/travel/) | | Destinia | Destinia SLU, Spain | mBTC and mBCH in the currency selector; structured data lists mBTC, mETH, mBCH, mDSH, mLTC, PAX, XRP, USDC, BUSD, LTC | Not found | "Sin comisiones" (bitcoin page) | Not found | October 12, 2026 | [Destinia, bitcoin](https://destinia.com/criptomonedas/bitcoin) | | Entravel | — | USDT, USDC, cards (third party) | Not found | Membership club | "No KYC" according to a third-party analysis, not confirmed | October 12, 2026 | [KuCoin Pay Travel announcement](https://www.kucoin.com/blog/en-introducing-kucoin-pay-travel-a-global-crypto-travel-platform-delivering-luxury-hotel-savings-of-up-to-60-through-a-partnership-with-entravel) | | Flyfi | — | "Over 30+ cryptocurrencies", including BTC, ETH and major stablecoins; cards also accepted (its site title) | Not found | Not stated; prices are "displayed upfront" (launch release) | Booking "without creating an account" (launch release) | October 12, 2026 | [Flyfi website](https://flyfi.io/en), [Decrypt: Flyfi launches hotel booking platform with cryptocurrency payments (sponsored release, 2026-07-22)](https://decrypt.co/374040/flyfi-launches-hotel-booking-platform-with-cryptocurrency-payments-and-no-account-registration) | | CheapAir — Closed | — | Historically BTC (since 2013), then LTC, DOGE, BCH, ETH, DASH | — | — | — | October 12, 2026 | [Your Mileage May Vary (2024-08-05)](https://yourmileagemayvary.com/2024/08/05/what-happened-to-cheapair-com/) | | CoinBooking — Not launched | Dubai (claimed) | "200+" cryptocurrencies and cards (claimed) | Not found | Not verified | Not found | October 12, 2026 | [CoinBooking](https://www.coinbooking.com/) | | trip1 | Trivial OÜ (Estonia, registry code 17314412), Estonia (registered place of business in Tallinn, T&C 2.1(7)); terms governed by the law of Lithuania (T&C 21.4); its help center also says "trip1 is based in Lithuania" | "120+" cryptocurrencies through CoinGate, including BTC (on-chain or Lightning), ETH, LTC, DOGE, TRX, XRP, BNB and Binance Pay; USDC on Ethereum, Polygon, Arbitrum, Optimism or Base; "USDT is not currently a trip1 payment method"; AI agents pay USDC on Base (x402) through its MCP server | Through CoinGate to the wallet paid from, "within 24-48 hours"; the booking value is refunded, converted back "at the rate on the day it is issued", minus the hotel's cancellation charge and "a small crypto network fee" | "trip1 does not charge extra for paying with crypto"; the payer pays the network fee; no trip1 cancellation fee on top of the hotel's (help center) | Guest checkout with an email and a guest name; "trip1 doesn't require identity verification to book a hotel and pay with crypto"; the terms allow identity checks (T&C 9.2) | October 13, 2026 | [trip1 terms and conditions](https://trip1.com/terms-and-conditions), [trip1 home page](https://trip1.com/), [trip1 llms.txt](https://trip1.com/llms.txt), [trip1 help: Can you pay for hotels with crypto?](https://trip1.com/help/payments/crypto-payments/can-you-pay-for-hotels-with-crypto), [trip1 help: USDC vs USDT](https://trip1.com/help/payments/stablecoin-payments/what-is-the-difference-between-paying-with-usdc-and-usdt-for-a-hotel-booking), [trip1 help: hotel refund after cancelling](https://trip1.com/help/cancellation/refunds-special-situations/how-to-get-a-hotel-refund-after-cancelling-a-booking), [trip1 help: same amount of crypto if I cancel?](https://trip1.com/help/payments/refunds/do-i-get-back-the-same-amount-of-crypto-if-i-cancel), [trip1 help: does trip1 charge a cancellation fee?](https://trip1.com/help/cancellation/policies-fees/does-trip1-charge-a-cancellation-fee), [trip1 help: identity verification (KYC)](https://trip1.com/help/payments/crypto-payments/do-i-need-identity-verification-kyc-to-pay-for-a-hotel-with-crypto-on-trip1), [trip1 help: do I need an account?](https://trip1.com/help/getting-started/first-booking/do-i-need-an-account-to-book-a-hotel), [trip1 help: stablecoins by country](https://trip1.com/help/payments/stablecoin-payments/can-i-book-hotels-worldwide-with-stablecoins-or-only-in-certain-countries), [trip1 help: who owns and operates trip1](https://trip1.com/help/getting-started/about-trip1/who-owns-and-operates-trip1) | | Sleap | STAYNEX PTE. LTD., Singapore (imprint address; registration number not stated) | "300+", "250+" or "200+" cryptocurrencies depending on the page; its FAQ names BTC, ETH, XRP, LTC, USDT and USDC; networks not stated; cards, loyalty points and pay later also offered | Terms: "Refunds or disputes must be resolved directly with the hotel or service provider" (§6); FAQ: refunds follow "the specific offer conditions"; refund asset not stated | Not stated; its home page says "no hidden fees" | Not stated | October 13, 2026 | [Sleap home page](https://www.sleap.io/), [Sleap flights](https://sleap.io/flights), [Sleap FAQ](https://sleap.io/faq), [Sleap terms and conditions](https://sleap.io/conditions), [Sleap imprint](https://sleap.io/imprint) | | BitPay | BitPay Software LLC, United States (Delaware); for users licensed by BitPay, BV, Dutch law (Wallet Terms of Use, effective 2026-07-31) | BitPay's supported list names 18 assets: APE, BTC, BCH, DAI, DOGE, ETH, EURC, GUSD, LTC, USDP, PYUSD, POL, SHIB, SOL, USDT, USDC, WBTC, XRP; networks not stated | "NO REFUNDS WILL BE PROVIDED FOR ANY GC BY BITPAY"; sales final except as the brand's terms provide (Wallet Terms of Use, section 2) | "BitPay doesn't mark up any transactions or gift card purchases made with crypto"; the buyer pays the network fee (travel directory FAQ) | Not stated for gift cards, bought in the BitPay app or browser extension; its Shopper Terms (section 10, purchases from merchants) say BitPay collects a BitPay ID "for transactions and refunds over a certain size and, in some regions, for any transaction" | October 13, 2026 | [BitPay, travel merchant directory](https://bitpay.com/directory/travel), [BitPay, Hotels.com gift cards](https://bitpay.com/directory/hotelscom), [BitPay, gift cards](https://bitpay.com/gift-cards/), [BitPay terms of use (Wallet and Shopper Terms)](https://bitpay.com/legal/terms-of-use), [BitPay, crypto assets supported](https://bitpay.com/legal/crypto-assets-supported) | | BitPay Travel | United States: its terms say the platform is "controlled or operated (or both) from the United States"; New York law (terms revised 2025-07-31) | Paid through BitPay ("Select BitPay at checkout"); BitPay's supported list names 18 assets, including BTC, BCH, ETH, LTC, DOGE, SOL, XRP, USDC, USDT and PYUSD; networks not stated | If the supplier allows it, "we will refund the credit card used for the Travel Booking or provide you with a credit for future Travel Bookings"; crypto refunds not stated | "We charge a commission for each transaction completed via the Platform", included in the total price; "Our service fee is non-refundable in the case of cancellation or changes" | An account is required to book ("you must establish an account with us"); ID checks not stated | October 13, 2026 | [BitPay merchant directory: BitPay Travel](https://bitpay.com/directory/bitpaytravel), [BitPay Travel](https://www.bitpaytravel.com/), [BitPay Travel terms and conditions](https://www.bitpaytravel.com/user-terms-and-conditions), [BitPay, crypto assets supported](https://bitpay.com/legal/crypto-assets-supported) | | TravelSwap | Travelswap Pte. Ltd., United States (Nevada), per its flight terms: "a company registered in Las Vegas, Nevada"; no address or company number stated | "any crypto, including Bitcoin, Ethereum and stablecoins"; its home page lists 44 tokens, including BTC, ETH, SOL, AVAX, SUI, TRX, USDC, USDT and DAI; networks not stated (shown on the payment screen); cards also accepted | Refund policy (2023-08-08): crypto refunds "made in USDC" to the paying wallet within 14 days; flight terms 8.8 (2025-05-09): crypto payments refunded only in Travelswap.xyz travel credits, except Binance Pay and Crypto.com Pay | No amounts stated; flight terms: "additional handling fees may apply, which will be displayed to you at the time of Booking"; possible card surcharge, not refunded (7.5) | Not stated; flight terms: "you may be required to create a Travelswap Account" (3) and a valid passport for flights (4.2) | October 13, 2026 | [TravelSwap](https://travelswap.xyz/), [TravelSwap, how to pay](https://travelswap.xyz/how-to-pay), [TravelSwap, flights](https://travelswap.xyz/flights), [TravelSwap, gift cards](https://travelswap.xyz/giftcards), [TravelSwap terms and conditions (flights)](https://travelswap.xyz/terms/flights), [TravelSwap terms and conditions](https://travelswap.xyz/terms), [TravelSwap refund policy](https://travelswap.xyz/refund-policy), [TravelSwap privacy policy](https://travelswap.xyz/privacy-policy) | | IMPT | AI Tokenomics Limited, Ireland (registered office in Dublin; Irish law, terms revised January 2025) | Its hotel guides: "IMPT accepts USDC and USDT on three networks" (Ethereum mainnet, Polygon, Arbitrum); also ETH on Ethereum L2s, BTC via Lightning and the IMPT token (ERC-20); cards and bank transfers also accepted | Its guides: "Refunds use the same asset you paid with" (USDC back to the originating wallet); the IMPT token cashback is reversed on a cancelled booking; its terms (7): for a transaction on a third-party website, any refund "is the responsibility of the vendor" | No fee schedule for hotel bookings; its terms (3.7): "IMPT will charge a commission fee for its services per transaction" | Hotel search "no signup needed"; its terms require an account to use the Services and a third-party KYC process for some Services (3.1, 3.5) | October 13, 2026 | [IMPT hotels](https://hotels.impt.io/), [IMPT, pay for hotels with stablecoins](https://hotels.impt.io/web3-travel/stablecoin-hotel-payment/), [IMPT, crypto hotel booking](https://hotels.impt.io/web3-travel/crypto-hotel-booking/), [IMPT, cashback: how it works](https://hotels.impt.io/cashback/how-it-works/), [IMPT app, hotel search](https://app.impt.io/find-hotel-input), [IMPT app, hotel credit voucher](https://app.impt.io/shop/voucher/trip), [IMPT app, flights](https://app.impt.io/travel/flights), [IMPT Platform General Terms and Conditions of Use (January 2025)](https://impt.io/assets/documents/Terms%20IMPT%20token.pdf) | Download the data: [JSON](https://staysats.com/data/crypto-travel-sellers.json) · [CSV](https://staysats.com/data/crypto-travel-sellers.csv) (CC BY 4.0) *Published by StaySats (TravelGoat LLC), which sells travel paid in crypto: we are not neutral. Each row is dated and links to its source; tell us when a status changes.* Also found on October 12, 2026, and shown in the seller notes below. Travorio's [terms](https://travorio.com/terms) name Travorio LLC as its operator. Crypto.com Travel's [help center](https://help.crypto.com/en/articles/14836843-crypto-com-travel) says refunds of crypto paid through Crypto.com Pay are decided case by case. Cryptorefills also books hotels, per its [stays page](https://www.cryptorefills.com/en/stays). On October 13, 2026, LockTrip's [terms](https://locktrip.com/terms) named Locktrip Ltd., a Bulgarian company. > **StaySats (us), shown apart with the same fields** We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto, so our own row is kept out of the table and out of the count. Company: TravelGoat LLC, United States. Sells: hotel bookings only, made on request. Coins: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, from a $25 top-up. Refund: if the hotel can't host you, 100% of the stay in USDT or USDC within 7 days, or balance credit if you choose it. Charge: held, not charged, until the hotel confirmation number is issued. Price: the price found live for your dates, in US dollars, for the whole stay. Taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them; the final total is confirmed with the hotel before you are charged; no booking fee or card surcharge on top. ID: no ID upload at checkout; the hotel checks your ID at check-in. Details: how it works and refunds. ## How do you read the registry? Each row answers six questions about one seller, from its own pages or from a marked third party. - **Seller:** the brand and its domain, with a badge when the site is closed or not launched. - **Company:** the legal entity and the country we found. An empty cell means we did not find it. - **Coins and networks:** what the seller says it accepts. A network matters for stablecoins: USDT on Tron (TRC-20) and USDT on Ethereum (ERC-20) are not the same transfer. - **Refund of a crypto payment:** the form of the money you get back: crypto, a stablecoin, fiat or site credit. - **Published fees** and **ID checks:** what the seller states, quoted where we can. - **Checked** and **Source:** the date of our check and the page we read. Three rows sell flights only: Laters, Alternative Airlines and CheapAir. They are here because the registry covers every crypto travel seller. Cryptorefills sells both flights and hotels. Gift cards only, not bookings: Bitrefill and BitPay. ## What do we check, and what do we never judge? We check facts that a traveller can verify. For each seller we look for the company name and country, the coins and networks, and the form and timing of a refund. We also note the fees, the ID rules and whether the site is open. We never publish ratings, review scores or safety verdicts, and we never use insulting labels for a seller. We do not rank sellers on this page. "Not found" means the fact was not on the pages we read. It does not mean the answer is no. When a seller's own pages disagree, we quote both. ## Company sheets: one page per seller A full company sheet exists for 6 sellers, with the same fields, the differences from StaySats and the sources. Travala has its own sheet: [Is Travala legit?](https://staysats.com/is-travala-legit/). To compare it with the others, see [Travala vs other crypto hotel sites](https://staysats.com/travala-alternative/). - [Travorio: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/travorio/) - [LockTrip: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/locktrip/) - [KryptoMate: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/kryptomate/) - [Flyfi: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/flyfi/) - [Entravel: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/entravel/) - [Crypto.com Travel: company, refunds, fees](https://staysats.com/alternatives/crypto-com-travel/) ## Seller notes: the facts people ask about most Short notes as of October 12, 2026 (LockTrip: October 13), with no verdict. When a seller has a full company sheet, the note links to it. ### Travala Travala Pte. Ltd. runs Travala.com from Singapore, per its terms. Plain crypto payments are refunded as Travel Credits, which cannot be cashed out or transferred. Binance Pay payments come back in USDT. For flights, it charges $15 per booking to void and $25 per person to process a refund. Full sheet: [Is Travala legit?](https://staysats.com/is-travala-legit/) ### Trip.com Trip.com is the global brand of Trip.com Group, the Chinese travel group behind Ctrip. Press reports say it has offered USDT and USDC for prepaid hotels and flights since about October 2025, in some markets. Mainland China is excluded. We found no official page on stablecoin refunds or fees. More: [Does Trip.com accept crypto?](https://staysats.com/does/trip-com-accept-crypto/) ### Travorio Its terms name Travorio LLC, with no country or address. Two of its pages disagree on refunds: crypto or credit on the payment page, and "not guaranteed" crypto refunds in the terms. Full sheet: [Is Travorio legit?](https://staysats.com/alternatives/travorio/) ### LockTrip Its terms, updated September 24, 2026, name Locktrip Ltd., in Bulgaria. The Bulgarian register lists "LockTrip" LLC under the same company number. Its terms refund crypto payments in USDC; its FAQ says refunds go to the original payment method. Its public booking API opens a guest session with an email only. Full sheet: [Is LockTrip legit?](https://staysats.com/alternatives/locktrip/) ### KryptoMate Cryptomate Limited is named in its llms.txt, without a country. It lists Tron among 20+ networks. Its refund policy page for crypto purchases returned an error when we tried to read it. Full sheet: [Is KryptoMate legit?](https://staysats.com/alternatives/kryptomate/) ### Cryptorefills Big Dream Ventures B.V., in Amsterdam, runs Cryptorefills, per its stays page. It books hotels and flights for about 27 crypto assets on networks such as Tron, TON and Solana. When an airline cancels, the refund comes in fiat money. We found no refund rule for hotels. ### Crypto.com Travel A service inside the Crypto.com app since May 5, 2026, for Level Up subscribers in the US at launch. Bookings are charged in USD. Refunds of crypto paid through Crypto.com Pay go to the original payment method, case by case. Full sheet: [Is Crypto.com Travel legit?](https://staysats.com/alternatives/crypto-com-travel/) ### Entravel A members-only hotel club reached through KuCoin Pay Travel (November 2025) and a Bybit Card offer (January 2025). It claims 2.2 million hotels and discounts of up to 60%, without a published method. Full sheet: [Is Entravel legit?](https://staysats.com/alternatives/entravel/) ### Flyfi A hotel site that launched in July 2026 through a sponsored press release datelined Dubai. It claims 300,000+ hotels and booking without an account. We found no company, fees or refund rule. Full sheet: [Is Flyfi legit?](https://staysats.com/alternatives/flyfi/) ### Bitrefill Bitrefill sells gift cards, not bookings. Most travel cards cost face value, and Airbnb USA cards cost $0.26 more per card. The Airbnb card works only for US residents with a US payment method. The company behind Bitrefill is not in our sources yet. More: [hotel gift cards or a booking site?](https://staysats.com/bitrefill-gift-cards-vs-hotel-booking/) ## Which crypto travel sites have closed or not launched? Four names still appear in lists that AI assistants and blogs repeat. As of October 12, 2026: - **CheapAir** closed its public site in 2024. cheapair.com now redirects (301) to cheapoair.com, which belongs to another company. - **CoinBooking** is still in pre-launch. Its llms.txt had announced a launch at the end of June 2026. - **CryptoCribs** closed, per a notice dated January 25, 2021. - **Hotelz** is not an active service: hotelz.io is a parked domain for sale, and hotelz.com did not respond. A site that is closed or not launched cannot refund you. Check its status before you send crypto. CryptoCribs and Hotelz are not counted in the 21 sellers. ## How often is the registry updated? Every quarter: the next full check is due by January 2027. We also update a row when a seller changes its terms, closes or launches, and we log each change in our [changelog](https://staysats.com/changelog/). The date at the top changes only when we actually re-check the rows. To report an error, or to ask for a seller to be added, write to support@staysats.com with a link to the seller's own page. ## How do I cite the registry? Use this line, with the date of our check: > Source: StaySats, *Crypto Travel Seller Registry* (checked October 13, 2026), CC BY 4.0, https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/. A link is appreciated; any rel attribute is fine. For one seller, also give the row's own `checked` date and the seller's page we link, because terms change. The files are [JSON](https://staysats.com/data/crypto-travel-sellers.json) and [CSV](https://staysats.com/data/crypto-travel-sellers.csv). ## How can you vet any crypto travel seller? Seven checks that take about ten minutes, for any site that asks you to pay a hotel in crypto. 1. **Find the company** — Look for the legal name and the country in the terms or the footer. A brand name alone is not a company. 2. **Look it up** — Search the company in the official business register of its country, such as Companies House in the UK or ACRA in Singapore. 3. **Read the refund rule** — Find out whether a crypto payment comes back as crypto, a stablecoin, fiat or site credit, and how long it takes. 4. **Check the coin and the network** — USDT on Tron and USDT on Ethereum are different transfers. Send only on the network shown on the payment page. 5. **Check when you are charged** — Some sites take the money at payment; StaySats holds it while we book on request, until the hotel confirmation number is issued. 6. **Keep your records** — Save the transaction ID, the booking confirmation and the terms page as they were on the day you paid. 7. **Start small** — With a seller you do not know, make a small, refundable booking first. > **Conflict of interest** We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto, so we compete with most sellers in this registry. Our own row is shown apart and is not counted. Every competitor fact has a dated source, and we correct errors on request. The registry is kept by the StaySats research desk, TravelGoat LLC. Named reviewers will be listed here when appointed. ## Crypto travel seller registry: FAQ ### How many crypto travel sellers are in the registry? 21, last checked on October 13, 2026, not counting StaySats. 19 are active, CheapAir is closed and CoinBooking has not launched. 16 sell hotels and 3 sell flights only. Gift cards only, not bookings: Bitrefill and BitPay. We add a seller when it takes crypto for travel and we can source its coins and its status. ### Which crypto travel sites refund a crypto payment in crypto? Few say so clearly. As of October 12, 2026, Laters refunds in CRO, BTC, ETH, USDC or TUSD. Alternative Airlines' USDT page says refunds come in USDT minus fees. Travala refunds crypto as Travel Credits, and Cryptorefills refunds cancelled flights in fiat money. As of October 13, 2026, trip1's help center and IMPT's hotel guides say refunds go back in crypto, and LockTrip's terms say USDC. StaySats pays USDT or USDC when the hotel can't host you. ### Why does the registry say "not found" so often? Because many sellers do not publish the fact on their own pages. "Not found" means we read the seller's terms, help pages or payment pages on the date shown and did not see it. It does not mean the answer is no. When a seller publishes the fact, we add it with the source. ### Do you include ratings or reviews? No. The registry lists facts that anyone can check on the seller's own pages: company, country, coins, networks, refunds, fees and ID rules. Ratings and reviews change often and are hard to verify, so we leave them out, for competitors and for StaySats alike. ### Is Travala in the registry? Yes. Travala Pte. Ltd., Singapore, is the first row. Its row shows 129 payment options and crypto refunds as Travel Credits. It also shows its flight fees: $15 per booking to void and $25 per person to process a refund. Our full company sheet is on [Is Travala legit?](https://staysats.com/is-travala-legit/). ### Can I reuse the registry data? Yes, under the CC BY 4.0 license. Download the [JSON](https://staysats.com/data/crypto-travel-sellers.json) or [CSV](https://staysats.com/data/crypto-travel-sellers.csv) file, and credit StaySats with the date of the check. The citation line is in "How do I cite the registry?" above. A link to this page is appreciated: it shows readers the sources and the latest version. ### Is StaySats neutral? No. StaySats sells hotel bookings paid in crypto, so we compete with most sellers listed here. That is why we list only sourced facts, show our own row apart with the same fields, and give no verdicts. If you find an error in a row, write to support@staysats.com with a link. ### How do I check a seller that is not in the registry? Use the seven checks above: company, official register, refund rule, coin and network, charge timing, records and a small first booking. Then send us the site's name. We add sellers when they take crypto for travel and publish enough facts to fill a row. ## Sources (checked October 12, 2026 unless dated otherwise) 1. [Terms and conditions](https://www.travala.com/terms-and-conditions) — Travala (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [What are my hotel booking refund options?](https://help.travala.com/hc/en-us/articles/28327201309849) — Travala help center (2026-09-06) 3. [How long should I wait for my refund payout?](https://help.travala.com/hc/en-us/articles/29840398218393) — Travala help center (2026-10-08) 4. [Payment options](https://www.travala.com/payment-options) — Travala (checked 2026-10-12) 5. [Trip.com tests stablecoin payments overseas, offering USDT and USDC for prepaid bookings](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/trip-com-tests-stablecoin-payments-093000388.html) — South China Morning Post via Yahoo Finance (2025-12-29) 6. [Pay with cryptocurrency](https://travorio.com/payment/crypto) — Travorio (checked 2026-10-12) 7. [Terms and Conditions](https://travorio.com/terms) — Travorio (checked 2026-10-12) 8. [Book hotels with crypto](https://locktrip.com/en/page/book-hotels-with-crypto) — LockTrip (checked 2026-10-12) 9. [Hotel Booking MCP API (OpenAPI file)](https://locktrip.com/mcp/openapi.json) — LockTrip (checked 2026-10-12) 10. [General terms of use](https://locktrip.com/terms) — LockTrip (checked 2026-10-13) 11. [Do I get back the same amount of crypto if I cancel?](https://trip1.com/help/payments/refunds/do-i-get-back-the-same-amount-of-crypto-if-i-cancel) — trip1 (checked 2026-10-13) 12. [Crypto hotel booking](https://hotels.impt.io/web3-travel/crypto-hotel-booking/) — IMPT (checked 2026-10-13) 13. [llms.txt](https://kryptomate.com/llms.txt) — KryptoMate (checked 2026-10-12) 14. [Crypto.com Travel launch](https://crypto.com/en/product-news/cdc-travel-launch) — Crypto.com (2026-05-05) 15. [Crypto.com Travel (help center)](https://help.crypto.com/en/articles/14836843-crypto-com-travel) — Crypto.com (checked 2026-10-12) 16. [Introducing KuCoin Pay Travel, through a partnership with Entravel](https://www.kucoin.com/blog/en-introducing-kucoin-pay-travel-a-global-crypto-travel-platform-delivering-luxury-hotel-savings-of-up-to-60-through-a-partnership-with-entravel) — KuCoin (2025-11-27) 17. [Flyfi Launches Hotel Booking Platform With Cryptocurrency Payments and No Account Registration (sponsored release)](https://decrypt.co/374040/flyfi-launches-hotel-booking-platform-with-cryptocurrency-payments-and-no-account-registration) — Decrypt (2026-07-22) 18. [Airbnb USA gift card](https://www.bitrefill.com/us/en/gift-cards/airbnb-usa/) — Bitrefill (checked 2026-10-12) 19. [Pay with USDT](https://laters.com/payment/usdt) — Laters (checked 2026-10-12) 20. [Buy flights with USDT](https://www.alternativeairlines.com/buy-flights-with-usdt) — Alternative Airlines (checked 2026-10-12) 21. [Flights](https://www.cryptorefills.com/en/flights) — Cryptorefills (checked 2026-10-12) 22. [Compare and book hotels with crypto](https://www.cryptorefills.com/en/stays) — Cryptorefills (checked 2026-10-12) 23. [Paga tu viaje en Bitcoins de forma rápida y segura con Destinia](https://destinia.com/criptomonedas/bitcoin) — Destinia (checked 2026-10-12) 24. [What happened to CheapAir.com?](https://yourmileagemayvary.com/2024/08/05/what-happened-to-cheapair-com/) — Your Mileage May Vary (2024-08-05) 25. [CoinBooking](https://www.coinbooking.com/) — CoinBooking (checked 2026-10-12) 26. [CryptoCribs](https://cryptocribs.com/) — CryptoCribs (checked 2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Open data: crypto acceptance, sellers, destinations, check-in and taxes > 5 open datasets from StaySats: hotel crypto acceptance, 100 destinations, 21 crypto travel sellers, check-in deposits, hotel taxes. CC BY 4.0. - URL: https://staysats.com/data/ - Last updated: 2026-10-13 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Five datasets you can reuse and cite. They show who accepts crypto in hotels and booking sites, and who is behind each crypto travel site. Three more cover where crypto can be spent when you travel, hotel deposits at check-in, and hotel taxes by city. **Quick answer — What open data does StaySats publish?** As of October 13, 2026, **StaySats** publishes five open datasets on crypto and travel under CC BY 4.0. The acceptance index has 22 entries, the seller registry 21 sellers and the destinations data 100 destinations. The check-in table covers 10 hotel groups, and the tax table 14 cities. Each comes as JSON and CSV. ## Open data at a glance | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Datasets | 5, each in JSON and CSV | | License | CC BY 4.0: reuse freely, with credit to StaySats; a link is appreciated | | Acceptance index | 22 booking sites, hotel groups and hotels; checked October 13, 2026 | | Destinations data | 100 destinations; BTC Map counts dated October 12, 2026 | | Seller registry | 21 crypto travel sellers, 19 of them active; checked October 13, 2026 | | Check-in deposit table | 10 hotel groups' deposit rules at check-in; checked October 13, 2026 | | Hotel taxes table | Tourist taxes, levies and hotel taxes in 14 cities; checked October 13, 2026 | | Update cadence | Acceptance index monthly; the other four quarterly, and the tax table also after an announced rate change | | Cost and sign-up | Free, no account, no API key | | Not published | Hotel prices per city until measured, member prices, booking partner data | ## Which datasets can I download? | Dataset | Rows | Files | Last check | Cadence | Page | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Hotel & Booking-Site Crypto Acceptance Index | 22 | [JSON](https://staysats.com/data/hotel-crypto-acceptance.json) · [CSV](https://staysats.com/data/hotel-crypto-acceptance.csv) | October 13, 2026 | Monthly | [Acceptance index](https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/) | | Crypto-Friendly Destinations | 100 | [JSON](https://staysats.com/data/crypto-friendly-destinations.json) · [CSV](https://staysats.com/data/crypto-friendly-destinations.csv) | October 12, 2026 | Quarterly | [Crypto-friendly destinations](https://staysats.com/crypto-friendly-destinations/) | | Crypto Travel Seller Registry | 21 | [JSON](https://staysats.com/data/crypto-travel-sellers.json) · [CSV](https://staysats.com/data/crypto-travel-sellers.csv) | October 13, 2026 | Quarterly | [Seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/) | | Hotel Check-in Without a Credit Card | 10 | [JSON](https://staysats.com/data/hotel-check-in-deposits.json) · [CSV](https://staysats.com/data/hotel-check-in-deposits.csv) | October 13, 2026 | Quarterly | [Check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/) | | Hotel Taxes by City | 14 | [JSON](https://staysats.com/data/hotel-taxes-by-city.json) · [CSV](https://staysats.com/data/hotel-taxes-by-city.csv) | October 13, 2026 | Quarterly | [Hotel taxes by city](https://staysats.com/hotel-taxes-by-city/) | The files are rebuilt with the site; a row's date changes only when we check it again. ## What is in each dataset? **Hotel & Booking-Site Crypto Acceptance Index.** One row per booking site, hotel group or hotel. Columns: code, name, kind, country, crypto_direct (active, reported, unverified, stopped, none or unknown), processor, coins, networks, conditions, since, until, checked, evidence, source_title, source_url and workaround. **Crypto-Friendly Destinations.** One row per destination. Columns: city, country, btcmap_places_25km, btcmap_verified_since_2025, btcmap_hotels, btcmap_date, local_crypto_payment_rule (banned, restricted, to-verify or none-found), local_rule_text, local_rule_source and check_in_rule, plus a column that says whether we sell hotels there. **Crypto Travel Seller Registry.** One row per site that sells travel for crypto. Columns: seller, domain, company, jurisdiction, sells, status, coins_networks, refund_of_crypto_payment, fees, id_checks, blocked, checked and sources. **Hotel Check-in Without a Credit Card.** One row per hotel group, read on its own help page or terms. It shows the deposit at check-in, debit cards, a cash deposit, any published amount, the release time of a hold and the source. **Hotel Taxes by City.** One row per city of our city guides. Columns: city, country, tax, amount_or_rate, how_it_is_charged, in_the_price_or_paid_apart, source and checked. The source column gives the official page, or says when a figure comes from a search extract. ## How do I cite StaySats data? Name StaySats, the dataset, the date of our check, the license and the link. Use these lines as they are: - Source: StaySats, *Hotel & Booking-Site Crypto Acceptance Index* (checked October 13, 2026), CC BY 4.0, https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/. - Source: StaySats, *Crypto Travel Seller Registry* (checked October 13, 2026), CC BY 4.0, https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/. - Source: StaySats, *Crypto-Friendly Destinations* (checked October 12, 2026), CC BY 4.0, https://staysats.com/crypto-friendly-destinations/. - Source: StaySats, *Hotel Check-in Without a Credit Card* (checked October 13, 2026), CC BY 4.0, https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/. - Source: StaySats, *Hotel Taxes by City* (checked October 13, 2026), CC BY 4.0, https://staysats.com/hotel-taxes-by-city/. A link is appreciated; any rel attribute is fine. For one row, cite the row's own `checked` date and, if you can, its original source in `source_url` (`source` in the hotel taxes file). If you change the data, say so. ## How is the data collected, and what are its limits? By hand, from primary sources where we can. These are a company's own terms, help or payment pages, official registers and laws, and BTC Map for the places its contributors list. When only press coverage exists, the row says so in the evidence field. Limits: - **A status is a snapshot.** A hotel group can stop or start accepting crypto between two checks. The `checked` date tells you how old a row is. - **BTC Map counts** reflect what its contributors have listed within 25 km of a city centre, not every place that accepts crypto. - **Local rules** are summaries with a source, not legal advice. Rows marked to-verify have not been checked yet. - **Seller facts** come from each seller's own pages; "not found" means we did not find the fact, not that it is false. - **Tax rates** change by decision, sometimes at short notice. Check the row's date before you quote a rate. ## Is StaySats neutral? No. We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto. Our offer is included and marked. We describe every seller, us included, with the same fields and the same kind of source. We correct errors when someone shows us a better source. Write to support@staysats.com with the row and the source. ## What will be added later? Measured data, once it exists. Price statistics per city, such as the median price of a night, will come only after our own searches have measured them. Each will carry its month and date. A median time to hotel confirmation will come only once real bookings have been measured. Each addition will be dated in the [changelog](https://staysats.com/changelog/). ## Open data: FAQ ### Can I use StaySats data in an article or an app? Yes, under CC BY 4.0. You can copy, adapt and publish it, also for commercial use. Credit StaySats with a link and the date of the data. If you change the data, say so. ### Is there an API? Not as a separate service. The JSON and CSV files have stable URLs under /data/ and are rebuilt with the site, so you can fetch them directly. No key and no account are needed. ### How fresh is the acceptance index? Every row has its own checked date. The last check was October 13, 2026. We check the index every month, and sooner after a public announcement by a hotel group or a booking site. ### Why are there no hotel prices in your data? Because we have not measured them yet. We publish a price statistic only when our own searches have produced it, with its date. Until then, prices are live in the search and not in the open data. ### Is StaySats itself in the seller registry? Yes. It is on the registry page, marked as us, with the same fields as every other seller. They are company, country, coins and networks, refund of a crypto payment, fees and ID checks. ### I found an error. How do I report it? Write to support@staysats.com with the dataset, the row and a source, ideally the company's own page. We check it and, if the source confirms it, correct the row with a new date. ## Sources and license 1. [Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) — Creative Commons (2026-10-12) 2. [BTC Map](https://btcmap.org/) — BTC Map (2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Paying in crypto as a digital nomad: the rule in 9 nomad-visa countries > Can a digital nomad pay in crypto? The on-the-spot crypto rule in 9 nomad-visa countries, checked on official pages, and how to pay a long hotel stay. - URL: https://staysats.com/digital-nomads/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Where a digital nomad can pay in crypto: the local rule on paying on the spot in nine nomad-visa countries. Then how to pay a long hotel stay from a crypto balance. Visa terms come from official pages. **Quick answer — Where can a digital nomad pay in crypto?** We checked 9 digital nomad visa countries on October 12, 2026. We found no ban on paying in crypto on the spot in six: Portugal, Spain, Malaysia, Japan, South Korea and Colombia. Indonesia bans it, and Thailand and the United Arab Emirates restrict it. **StaySats** books long hotel stays paid in crypto, held, not charged, until the hotel confirms. ## Nomad visas and crypto, in facts | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Nomad visas checked | 9, on official government pages, on October 12, 2026 | | Highest official income threshold | Japan: 10 million yen a year, for a stay of up to 6 months | | Lowest official income threshold found | Malaysia: USD 24,000 a year for tech roles (DE Rantau Nomad Pass) | | Longest stay per entry | Thailand's DTV: up to 180 days, extendable once by 180 days; visa valid 5 years | | Paying in crypto on the spot | Banned in Indonesia; restricted in Thailand and the United Arab Emirates; no ban found in the 6 other countries | | Spain | Telework visa available, but hotels in Spain are not available on StaySats yet | | Monthly stays on Airbnb | The US Airbnb gift card sold for crypto excludes stays of 28 nights or more, per the reseller's terms | | How you pay a long stay | BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC; the full total is held, then charged when the hotel confirmation number is issued | | Identity | No ID upload at our checkout; the hotel checks your passport at check-in | ## How do the 9 nomad-visa countries compare on crypto? Six of the 9 have no ban that we found on paying in crypto on the spot: Portugal, Spain, Malaysia, Japan, South Korea and Colombia. Indonesia bans it. Thailand allows it only through a sandbox where merchants are paid in baht. The United Arab Emirates allows only licensed dirham tokens. A legal rule is only half of the answer. The other half is how many places list crypto locally. BTC Map counts within 25 km of each city, on October 12, 2026: | City | Nomad visa country | Places listed on BTC Map (25 km) | Hotels listed | Paying in crypto on the spot | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Medellín | Colombia | 135 | 0 | No ban found | | [Bangkok](https://staysats.com/hotels/bangkok/) | Thailand | 95 | 0 | Restricted | | [Lisbon](https://staysats.com/hotels/lisbon/) | Portugal | 53 | 3 | No ban found | | [Tokyo](https://staysats.com/hotels/tokyo/) | Japan | 51 | 0 | No ban found | | Chiang Mai | Thailand | 35 | 9 | Restricted | | [Seoul](https://staysats.com/hotels/seoul/) | South Korea | 32 | 0 | No ban found | | Kuala Lumpur | Malaysia | 17 | 1 | No ban found | | [Bali](https://staysats.com/hotels/bali/) | Indonesia | 15 | 3 | Banned | | [Dubai](https://staysats.com/hotels/dubai/) | United Arab Emirates | 10 | 2 | Restricted | Counts from the BTC Map public API (data from OpenStreetMap contributors). A listed place is not proof that it accepts crypto today. All 100 cities: [Crypto-Friendly Destinations Index](https://staysats.com/crypto-friendly-destinations/). ## What do the nine nomad visas require? One row per visa, from the official page we could open on October 12, 2026. An income figure appears only when that page states it. Thresholds change every year: the official page is always the reference. | Country | Visa | Who it is for | Income or funds (official figure) | Length of stay | Paying in crypto on the spot | Official page | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Japan | Designated Activities (digital nomad) | Nationals of visa-exempt countries that have a tax treaty with Japan; private medical insurance of at least 10 million yen | Annual income of at least 10 million yen | Up to 6 months, no extension; 6 months before reapplying | No ban found | [Immigration Services Agency](https://www.moj.go.jp/isa/applications/status/designatedactivities53_00001.html) | | Thailand | Destination Thailand Visa (DTV), "workcation" | Digital nomads, remote workers and freelancers, with a work contract or a portfolio | Funds of at least 500,000 THB | Up to 180 days per entry, one extension of 180 days; visa valid 5 years | Restricted | [Royal Thai Embassy, Phnom Penh](https://phnompenh.thaiembassy.org/en/publicservice/destination-thailand-visa-dtv) | | Malaysia | DE Rantau Nomad Pass | Digital freelancers and remote employees of foreign companies | USD 24,000 a year (tech roles) or USD 60,000 a year (other roles) | 3 to 12 months, renewable once for 12 months (24 months at most) | No ban found | [MDEC, pass FAQ](https://www.mdec.my/api/media/file/FAQ-DE-Rantau_Pass_v9.pdf) | | United Arab Emirates | Remote work visa | Employees of a company based outside the UAE | Monthly income of at least USD 3,500 | 1 year | Restricted (licensed dirham tokens only) | [Abu Dhabi Residents Office](https://www.adro.gov.ae/Visas/Types-of-Visas/Abu-Dhabi-Non-Working-Visa/Remote-Work-Visa) | | South Korea | Workation visa (F-1-D) | People employed by, or owning, a foreign company for more than one year | More than twice the previous year's GNI per capita (KRW 52,416,000 for 2025) | Up to 1 year, extendable | No ban found | [Embassy of Korea in Canada](https://overseas.mofa.go.kr/ca-en/brd/m_5238/view.do?seq=727688) | | Spain | Telework visa (international teleworker) | Non-EU remote workers for companies outside Spain; a degree or 3 years of experience | 200% of Spain's minimum wage: EUR 2,368 a month in 2025 | Visa valid 1 year; permit of up to 3 years from inside Spain | No ban found | [Embassy of Spain in Jamaica](https://www.exteriores.gob.es/Embajadas/kingston/en/ServiciosConsulares/Paginas/Consular/Telework-visa.aspx) | | Portugal | Residence visa for remote work | Remote workers employed by, or serving, entities based outside Portugal | Not stated on the official page we could open | Residence permit valid 2 years, renewable for 3-year periods | No ban found | [AIMA](https://aima.gov.pt/pt/trabalhar/autorizacao-de-residencia-para-o-exercicio-de-atividade-profissional-prestada-de-forma-remota-com-visto-de-residencia-para-o-exe) | | Colombia | Digital nomad visa (Visitante Nómadas Digitales / Trabajadores Remotos) | Foreign remote workers whose pay does not come from Colombia | Not stated in the official announcement we read | Up to 2 years (Resolution 5477, 2022) | No ban found | [Cancillería de Colombia](https://www.cancilleria.gov.co/newsroom/news/visa-nomadas-digitales-ya-realidad-comenzara-funcionar-ano-colombia) | | Indonesia | Remote Worker visa (E33G) | Remote workers employed outside Indonesia | Not stated on the eVisa page we could open | See the eVisa site | Banned | [Indonesia eVisa](https://evisa.imigrasi.go.id/web/visa-selection) | Notes from the same check: the Abu Dhabi Residents Office page said that it was not taking new requests in this category. Dubai has its own process. The Korean page is dated January 1, 2026. The press reported changes to the F-1-D in July 2026, so check with the Korea Immigration Service before you apply. ## How do I book a long stay in crypto with StaySats? The same five steps work for 3 nights or 30. 1. **Top up your balance** — Send BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC from $25. USDT works on TRC-20 or ERC-20: send it only on the network shown. The balance is credited in USD once the transaction is confirmed. 2. **Search your exact dates** — Search the city with your check-in and check-out dates. You see the price found live for your dates, in US dollars, for the whole stay. Taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them; the final total is confirmed with the hotel before you are charged. 3. **Know the rate rules** — Cancellation rules and any local tax paid at the hotel are confirmed with your booking. Until the hotel confirms them, treat the rate as non-refundable. 4. **Book: held, not charged** — The exact total of the stay is held on your balance while we request the booking from the hotel. It is charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued, and released if we can't confirm in time. 5. **Check in with your passport** — We send the hotel the lead guest's name only. The hotel checks your ID as local law requires and may ask for a card or cash deposit for extras. ## Search a long stay Search hotels: https://staysats.com/app/hotels/search Live prices in USD for the whole stay; taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them. Bookings are made on request: nothing is charged until the hotel confirmation number is issued, and a higher total needs your agreement. ## Should I book one long stay or several shorter ones? It depends on how sure your dates are. One booking for the whole stay keeps you in the same room, but a non-refundable rate returns nothing if you leave early. Several shorter bookings at the same hotel let you stop at set dates. Each booking has its own rate rules and cancellation deadline. Before you book a month, keep four things in mind: - **The rate rules:** they are confirmed with the hotel when it confirms your booking. Until then, treat the rate as non-refundable. - **Your visa length:** a 6-month stay in Japan or a 180-day entry in Thailand sets the longest booking that makes sense. - **The deposit at check-in:** for a long stay, the hotel may ask for a larger card or cash deposit for extras. See [check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/). - **Local taxes:** some cities cap their tourist tax. Lisbon charges it for the first 7 nights only. Details per city are on [monthly stays paid in USDT](https://staysats.com/long-stays-paid-in-usdt/). ## Can a nomad pay a monthly Airbnb in crypto? Not through the usual gift card. The US Airbnb gift card sold for crypto excludes reservations of 28 nights or longer, per the reseller's copy of the terms. Only US residents with a US payment method can use it. For a month or more, a hotel booked with StaySats has neither limit. You pay from your crypto balance, and the hotel's rates decide the length of stay. Gift cards, crypto cards and hotels are compared on [does Airbnb accept crypto?](https://staysats.com/does/airbnb-accept-crypto/). ## Can I book a hotel with crypto in Bali or Thailand if paying on the spot is not allowed? Yes, because you book online before you travel and never pay the hotel in crypto. You pay StaySats in crypto, and we pay the hotel in rupiah or baht. The local rules target crypto used as money at the counter. In Indonesia, crypto may be held as an asset but not used to pay (Law 7/2011 on Currency). In Thailand, the TouristDigiPay sandbox lets tourists convert crypto to baht, and merchants are paid in baht only. Either way, pay extras at the hotel in local currency or by card. ## Why are hotels in Spain not available? Because Spanish law makes booking intermediaries report guest and payment details to the Ministry of the Interior through SES.HOSPEDAJES, within 24 hours (Royal Decree 933/2021). Our registration is not done yet. So Spain's telework visa is real, but you can't book Barcelona, Madrid or Palma hotels with us for now. The reason and the date of any change are on [where we can't sell hotels](https://staysats.com/where-we-cant-sell-hotels/). ## Will the hotel ask for my passport on a long stay? Yes, as on any stay. We ask only for the lead guest's name and an email address; there is no ID upload and no selfie at our checkout. The hotel then applies local law at check-in. Some countries add duties on the hotel's side. In Thailand, hotel managers must notify immigration of a foreign guest within one day: the TM30 notice under Section 38 of the Immigration Act. In Japan, foreign guests without an address in Japan give their passport for a copy. Country rules are on [hotel ID rules](https://staysats.com/hotel-id-rules/). ## Is paying for accommodation in crypto taxable for a nomad? Paying in crypto may be a taxable event in your country. Check local rules. A nomad visa can also set conditions on where your income comes from. Colombia's visa, for example, is for remote workers whose pay does not come from Colombia. Read the official page of your visa, and ask a tax adviser in your country of tax residence. We do not give tax advice. ## Frequently asked questions ### Which digital nomad visa has the highest income requirement? Japan's, of the 9 we checked on official pages. It asks for an annual income of at least 10 million yen, for a stay of up to 6 months with no extension. Malaysia's DE Rantau Nomad Pass has the lowest stated threshold, USD 24,000 a year for tech roles and USD 60,000 for other roles. Spain asks for 200% of its minimum wage. ### Can I use a digital nomad visa in Bali and pay my hotel in crypto? You can pay StaySats in crypto, and we pay the hotel in rupiah. Paying the hotel itself in crypto on the spot is banned in Indonesia. There, crypto may be held as an asset but not used to pay. Indonesia's Remote Worker visa (E33G) is listed on the official eVisa site; check its income rule there. ### Do I need a card for a long hotel stay paid in crypto? Not to book: you pay from your crypto balance, and the full total of the stay is held, then charged when the hotel confirms. At check-in, many hotels ask for a card or a cash deposit for extras, and on a long stay the deposit can be larger. Ask the hotel which deposits it accepts before you arrive. ### How long can I stay in Thailand on the DTV? Up to 180 days per entry, extendable once by up to 180 days, on a visa valid 5 years with multiple entries. Applicants show funds of at least 500,000 baht. After 180 plus 180 days, you must leave Thailand and re-enter on the same DTV before it expires, per a Royal Thai Embassy page. ### Is the Korean workation visa a good fit for Seoul long stays? It suits people employed by, or owning, a foreign company for more than one year. A Korean embassy page dated January 1, 2026 asks for income above twice the previous year's GNI per capita, which was KRW 52,416,000 for 2025. The visa is valid 1 year. The press reported changes in July 2026, so confirm with the immigration service. ### Which coins can I use for a long stay? BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC. USDT works on Tron (TRC-20) or Ethereum (ERC-20), and USDC on Ethereum. We do not accept Monero, Lightning, cards or bank transfers. Send each coin only on the network shown on the payment page. Unused balance never expires, so you can top up once for several bookings in a row. ### What if my plans change in the middle of a long stay? The rate rules decide. If you cancel a refundable rate, the amount the hotel refunds, minus its penalty, goes back to your balance. A non-refundable rate returns nothing. If the hotel can't host you, you get 100% of the stay back. You choose USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or balance credit. ### Why is Spain on the visa list if I can't book hotels there? Because the visa exists and many nomads ask about it. Spain's telework visa asks for 200% of the minimum wage, EUR 2,368 a month in 2025. Hotels in Spain are not available on StaySats yet, because our registration with the SES.HOSPEDAJES guest register is not done. We say so instead of hiding it. ### Can I book a long stay from Argentina or Nigeria? Yes, the same way as from anywhere else we serve: you pay from your crypto balance, and we pay the hotel. Two guides add local facts with sources. [Hotels abroad from Argentina](https://staysats.com/argentina-hotels-abroad-usdt/) covers Brazil's digital guest form. [Hotels abroad from Nigeria](https://staysats.com/lagos-hotels-abroad-usdt/) covers the London hotel register. ## Sources 1. [Designated Activities (Digital Nomad)](https://www.moj.go.jp/isa/applications/status/designatedactivities53_00001.html) — Immigration Services Agency of Japan (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [Destination Thailand Visa (DTV)](https://phnompenh.thaiembassy.org/en/publicservice/destination-thailand-visa-dtv) — Royal Thai Embassy, Phnom Penh (checked 2026-10-12) 3. [FAQ DE Rantau Pass (v9)](https://www.mdec.my/api/media/file/FAQ-DE-Rantau_Pass_v9.pdf) — Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) (checked 2026-10-12) 4. [Remote Work Visa](https://www.adro.gov.ae/Visas/Types-of-Visas/Abu-Dhabi-Non-Working-Visa/Remote-Work-Visa) — Abu Dhabi Residents Office (checked 2026-10-12) 5. [Workation (F-1-D) visa](https://overseas.mofa.go.kr/ca-en/brd/m_5238/view.do?seq=727688) — Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Canada (checked 2026-10-12) 6. [Telework visa](https://www.exteriores.gob.es/Embajadas/kingston/en/ServiciosConsulares/Paginas/Consular/Telework-visa.aspx) — Embassy of Spain in Jamaica (checked 2026-10-12) 7. [Autorização de residência para o exercício de atividade profissional prestada de forma remota](https://aima.gov.pt/pt/trabalhar/autorizacao-de-residencia-para-o-exercicio-de-atividade-profissional-prestada-de-forma-remota-com-visto-de-residencia-para-o-exe) — AIMA (Portugal) (checked 2026-10-12) 8. [La visa para nómadas digitales ya es una realidad](https://www.cancilleria.gov.co/newsroom/news/visa-nomadas-digitales-ya-realidad-comenzara-funcionar-ano-colombia) — Cancillería de Colombia (2022-08-04) 9. [Visa selection (Remote Worker)](https://evisa.imigrasi.go.id/web/visa-selection) — Directorate General of Immigration, Indonesia (checked 2026-10-12) 10. [BTC Map, places API (v4)](https://api.btcmap.org/v4/places) — BTC Map (checked 2026-10-12) 11. [TM30 form and permanent residence](https://www.mondaq.com/work-visas/862010/tm30-form-and-permanent-residence) — Mondaq (2019-11-14) 12. [Royal Decree 933/2021 (guest register)](https://www.boe.es/buscar/act.php?id=BOE-A-2021-17461) — Boletín Oficial del Estado (2021) 13. [U.S. Gift Card Terms and Conditions (updated July 29, 2025)](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2872) — Airbnb Help Center (checked 2026-10-12) 14. [Airbnb USA gift card (reseller copy of the terms)](https://www.bitrefill.com/us/en/gift-cards/airbnb-usa/) — Bitrefill (checked 2026-10-12) 15. [Payment Token Services Regulation (Circular 2/2024)](https://rulebook.centralbank.ae/en/rulebook/payment-token-services-regulation) — Central Bank of the UAE, rulebook (checked 2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Does Accor accept crypto, debit cards or cash at check-in? > Accor takes a credit or debit card to secure a booking; a stay not prepaid may need a deposit on arrival. No crypto in its terms (checked October 12, 2026). - URL: https://staysats.com/does/accor-accept-crypto/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Accor, the group behind ibis, Novotel, Mercure, Pullman, Sofitel and Mövenpick, lists cards and digital wallets in its terms of sale, and no cryptocurrency. Here is what its terms say about payment, the deposit and the police form at arrival. You will also see how to pay for an Accor-brand stay in crypto through a seller. **Quick answer — Does Accor accept crypto, debit cards or cash?** No crypto, as of October 12, 2026: Accor's terms of sale, updated July 2026, list cards and wallets but no coin. Accor asks for a credit or debit card to secure most bookings. If the stay was not prepaid, the hotel may take a deposit or a card authorization on arrival. **StaySats** can prepay the room in crypto. ## Accor and crypto at a glance (checked October 12, 2026) | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Accepts crypto? | No | | Online payment methods in its terms | Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB, Diners, UnionPay, PayPal, Alipay, WeChat Pay (list subject to change) | | Terms version | Last updated July 2026 | | To secure a booking | Valid bank details, unless the rate says otherwise; can be given by phone | | At arrival | Show the credit or debit card used to guarantee or prepay | | Deposit | A deposit or a card authorization if the stay was not prepaid online | | ID and police form | An ID document; a police form where local law requires one | | ALL gift card | 1,500+ hotels in 20 European countries; paid at check-out only, not at booking | ## Accor in our crypto acceptance index | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Type | Hotel group | | Accepts crypto directly | No | | Details | Accor's terms of sale (updated July 2026) list cards and wallets such as Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB, Diners, UnionPay, PayPal, Alipay and WeChat Pay. No crypto. | | Checked on | October 12, 2026 (official website) | | Deposit at check-in | If the stay was not prepaid online, the hotel may ask for a deposit or a card authorization on arrival. You must show the credit or debit card used to guarantee or prepay the booking. | | ID at check-in | You must show an ID document, and you may have to fill in a police form where local law requires one. A hotel may refuse the room if the form is not signed. | | Country | France | Source: [Accor: General terms and conditions of services (clause 4.3.1)](https://all.accor.com/a/en/information/internet-sales-conditions.html) ## Which payment methods do Accor's terms list? Cards and wallets, and no crypto. Clause 4.3.1 of Accor's general terms was last updated in July 2026. It says the online methods "may be" Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB, Diners, UnionPay, PayPal, Alipay, WeChat Pay and others. It adds that the list is subject to change. The same clause says each hotel may accept other means of payment on site. No Accor page we read names bitcoin, USDT or any other coin. ## Why does an Accor hotel ask for the card I booked with? To check that the card is yours and valid. Accor's help center says: upon arrival, you must present the credit or debit card used to guarantee or prepay the booking. Its terms add that the hotel may also ask for an identity document to prevent card fraud. This is the main difficulty for a guest without a card. If someone else paid, or if you booked through another site, tell the hotel in advance. A booking through StaySats is prepaid by us, so there is no guest card to show for the room itself. ## Does Accor take a deposit at check-in? It may. Accor's terms cover stays that were not prepaid online. For those, the hotel may ask for a deposit or an authorization to debit your credit card on arrival. The terms also let the hotel request an authorization on the day you arrive. Accor publishes no amount: each hotel sets its own rule. The wording "a deposit" leaves room for cash, but the terms do not say so. Ask the hotel by email, and compare other groups on our [check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/) table. Paying ahead with StaySats does not remove the hotel's incidental deposit at check-in. ## What is the police form at an Accor hotel? A registration form that some countries require on arrival. Accor's terms say you may be asked to fill in a police form. You must show an ID document so the hotel can check whether one is needed. If you refuse to fill in or sign the form, the hotel may refuse the room. In France, the home country of Accor, every foreign guest signs an individual police form, EU citizens included. Minors must travel with an adult and carry their own ID document, per Accor's terms. All countries: [hotel ID rules](https://staysats.com/hotel-id-rules/). ## Is there a crypto workaround for Accor hotels? Only for a few brands, through gift cards. Bitrefill sells gift cards for Fairmont and Raffles, two Accor luxury brands, in crypto. The Fairmont card works only at Fairmont hotels, and Fairmont says it does not guarantee cards bought from other sellers. Accor's own ALL gift card works at more than 1,500 hotels in 20 European countries, valid 36 months. It pays at check-out only, not at booking, and only for bookings made directly with Accor. We found no page saying it can be bought in crypto. ## How do I book an Accor hotel with crypto through StaySats? Search your city on StaySats and check the live results for an ibis, Novotel, Mercure or other Accor hotel. If one appears, check out with your crypto balance. Results depend on the prices found live for your dates, so no hotel is promised. Bookings are made on request: after checkout, we book the room with the hotel and confirm the final total. The total is held on your balance and charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued. We pay the hotel in local currency. For Paris stays, see our [Paris hotels](https://staysats.com/hotels/paris/) page; Accor hotels in Spain are not available yet, like all hotels in Spain. ## Search hotels you can pay in crypto Search hotels: https://staysats.com/app/hotels/search Prices found live for your dates; bookings are made on request. Hotel names and brands vary by date. ## Accor and crypto: questions ### Does Accor accept bitcoin? No. Accor's terms of sale, updated in July 2026, list cards and wallets such as Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, Alipay and WeChat Pay, and no bitcoin. StaySats accepts BTC on-chain after 2 confirmations, holds the total on your balance, and pays the hotel in local currency. ### Can I pay an ibis or Novotel hotel in USDT? Not directly. Accor brands such as ibis and Novotel follow the group's payment terms, which list no stablecoin. Through StaySats, you can pay in USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20 when the hotel appears in our live results for your dates. ### Does Accor accept PayPal? Yes, online, according to its terms. Clause 4.3.1 lists PayPal among the online methods, with Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB, Diners, UnionPay, Alipay and WeChat Pay. Accor notes that the list is subject to change, and each hotel may accept other methods on site. ### Can I check in at an Accor hotel without the card I booked with? It is hard. Accor's help center says you must present the credit or debit card used for the guarantee or prepayment on arrival. If you lost the card or someone else paid, contact the hotel before you travel and ask what it will accept. ### Can I use an ALL gift card to book an Accor hotel online? No. Accor's gift card page says the voucher cannot pay at the time of booking, only at check-out at your hotel. It works at more than 1,500 hotels in 20 European countries, for bookings made directly with Accor, and stays valid for 36 months. ### Will an Accor hotel in France ask for my passport? Yes, if you are a foreign guest. French law makes hotels have every foreign guest, EU citizens included, sign an individual police form on arrival. Accor's terms also say you must show an ID document. StaySats asks for no ID upload at checkout. ### What do I pay for an Accor hotel booked through StaySats? You pay the price found live for your dates, in US dollars, for the whole stay. Taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them; the final total is confirmed with the hotel before you are charged. Local taxes paid at the hotel, such as a city tax, are confirmed with your booking. Your balance is held, not charged, until the hotel confirmation number is issued. > **Disclosure** We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto. Our offer is included and marked. Accor is not our partner. Facts about Accor come from its terms of sale, help center and gift card page, read on October 12, 2026. Written by the StaySats research desk (TravelGoat LLC). Named reviewers will be listed here when appointed. ## Sources (checked October 12, 2026) 1. [General terms and conditions of services (last updated July 2026)](https://all.accor.com/a/en/information/internet-sales-conditions.html) — Accor (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [Why is a debit/credit card requested when I book?](https://help.accor.com/s/article/why-is-a-debit-credit-card-requested-when-i-book?language=en_US) — Accor Help (checked 2026-10-12) 3. [Can I pay for my hotel stay prior to my arrival?](https://help.accor.com/s/article/can-i-pay-for-my-hotel-stay-prior-to-my-arrival?language=en_US) — Accor Help (checked 2026-10-12) 4. [ALL Accor gift card](https://all.accor.com/a/en/experiences/all-gift-card.html) — Accor (checked 2026-10-12) 5. [Fairmont Hotels & Resorts gift card](https://www.bitrefill.com/us/en/gift-cards/fairmont-hotels-and-resorts-usa/) — Bitrefill (checked 2026-10-12) 6. [Travel gift cards](https://www.bitrefill.com/us/en/gift-cards/travel/) — Bitrefill (checked 2026-10-12) 7. [Who has to get a foreign tourist to fill out an individual police form?](https://entreprendre.service-public.gouv.fr/vosdroits/F33458?lang=en) — Service-Public (France) (checked 2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Does Agoda accept crypto? > Does Agoda accept crypto? No: its terms name no coin. Pay-at-hotel and no-card rules from its help center, and how to pay Asian hotels in USDT. - URL: https://staysats.com/does/agoda-accept-crypto/ - Last updated: 2026-10-13 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Agoda's terms of use name the payment methods it takes, and crypto is not one of them. Here is what the terms say about payment and deposits. You will also see the limited gift card route and how to pay for a hotel in Asia in crypto. **Quick answer — Does Agoda accept crypto?** No. Agoda does not accept crypto. Its terms of use, version 6.3 in force since July 10, 2026, require a credit card, debit card, digital wallet or another accepted method. They name no cryptocurrency (checked October 12, 2026). About 600,000 Agoda hotels were added to Travala, a separate crypto site, in August 2020. **StaySats** sells hotel bookings paid in crypto. ## Agoda and crypto: the facts (checked October 12, 2026) | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Crypto at Agoda checkout | No; no cryptocurrency named in its terms of use | | Payment rule (terms, clause 7.2) | A credit card, debit card, digital wallet or other method Agoda accepts is required to book | | Ways to pay named in the terms | Pay Now, Book Now Pay Later, Pay at Hotel, Book with Zero Pay | | Deposits (clause 15.2) | A property may pre-authorize your card and charge a deposit, or charge the full amount up front | | Bookings a property may refuse (clause 7.6.5) | Bookings from some passports, or paid with methods issued by some banks | | Display currency (clause 8.1) | Set from your IP address or account settings; you can change it | | Gift card sold for crypto | Agoda Singapore code, 100 SGD, prepaid hotels with a promotion banner, web only; sold out on October 12, 2026 | | Crypto through another site | About 600,000 Agoda hotels added to Travala in August 2020 | | Owner | Booking Holdings, which also owns Booking.com | ## Agoda in our crypto acceptance index | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Type | Booking site | | Accepts crypto directly | No | | Details | Agoda's terms of use (Version 6.3, effective from July 10, 2026) require a credit card, debit card, digital wallet or another payment method Agoda accepts. No cryptocurrency is named. Agoda hotels became bookable in crypto on Travala, a separate site, in August 2020. | | Checked on | October 13, 2026 (official website) | | Crypto workaround | Agoda Singapore gift card sold for crypto by a reseller: a single-use 100 SGD discount code, valid only in Singapore. It covers room charges of prepaid hotels with the Promotion Eligible banner, booked on the website, not the app. Sold out on October 12, 2026. | | Deposit at check-in | Some properties pre-authorize your payment card and charge a deposit, or charge the full amount up front. Some need your card details to guarantee the booking. | | Country | Singapore | Source: [Agoda: Terms of use (clause 7.2)](https://www.agoda.com/en-gb/info/termsofuse.html) Row of our [crypto acceptance index](https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/), checked on Agoda's terms of use. ## Can I pay Agoda with bitcoin or USDT? No. Clause 7.2 of Agoda's terms of use sets the rule. To make a booking, you need a credit card, debit card, digital wallet or other payment method Agoda accepts. The terms, in force since July 10, 2026, do not name any cryptocurrency, and we found no crypto option announced by Agoda. Agoda belongs to Booking Holdings, like Booking.com, which does not take crypto either: see [does Booking.com accept crypto?](https://staysats.com/does/booking-com-accept-crypto/) ## What do Agoda's terms say about payment and deposits? The terms describe four ways to pay: Pay Now, Book Now Pay Later, Pay at Hotel and Book with Zero Pay. The price can depend on the option, the display currency and the currency of your card. Your display currency is set from your IP address or your account settings, and you can change it. On deposits, clause 15.2 says that a property may pre-authorize your card and charge a deposit, or charge the full amount up front. Some properties need your card details to guarantee the booking, and Agoda may pass them on. Clause 7.6.5 adds that a property may refuse bookings from some passports or paid with methods issued by some banks. ## Can you book Agoda without a credit card? Sometimes, but not with crypto. Agoda's help center says some rooms can be booked without card details; you pick that option when it is offered. Pay-at-hotel rooms, it adds, often need a credit card to secure the reservation. Book Now, Pay Later still needs a payment method on file. The terms allow a small verification charge or pre-authorization on it when you book. Book with Zero Pay asks for no payment details when you book; you pay later with an India-issued payment method. It is only for hotels in India, booked from an Indian IP address. In October 2019, Agoda launched a no-card option at more than 1,000 hotels in the Philippines. Other routes: [how to book a hotel without a credit card](https://staysats.com/book-hotel-without-credit-card/). ## Is there a way to book Agoda hotels with crypto? Only indirect ones, each with clear limits: - **Travala.** In August 2020, Travala, a crypto travel site, added about 600,000 Agoda hotels, payable in up to 30 cryptocurrencies at the time. A booking made there follows Travala's own rules. We did not check whether this supply deal still runs. - **Agoda Singapore gift card.** A crypto gift card reseller sells a 100 SGD Agoda code. It is a single-use discount for prepaid hotels with the Promotion Eligible banner, booked on the website, not the app. It covers room charges only and works only in Singapore. It was sold out on October 12, 2026. - **A crypto card.** See the next question. We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto, so we compete with these routes. To compare with other crypto sellers, see [sites like Travala](https://staysats.com/travala-alternative/). ## Can I use a crypto card on Agoda? Yes, if Agoda accepts it as a debit card or in a digital wallet. A card funded from crypto turns your coins into money when you pay, and Agoda's terms accept credit cards, debit cards and digital wallets. Mind the deposit rule. A property may pre-authorize your card for a deposit, so keep enough money on the crypto card during the stay. The card issuer adds conversion costs and usually checks your ID. Paying in crypto may be a taxable event in your country. Check local rules. ## How do I pay for a hotel in Asia with crypto? Book it with **StaySats**. We sell hotels in Asian cities such as [Bangkok](https://staysats.com/hotels/bangkok/), [Tokyo](https://staysats.com/hotels/tokyo/), [Singapore](https://staysats.com/hotels/singapore/) and [Bali](https://staysats.com/hotels/bali/), paid in BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC. Local rules matter in Asia. In Indonesia, crypto may be held but not used to pay. In Thailand, paying shops or hotels on the spot in crypto is not allowed outside a government sandbox. Booking online is different: you pay StaySats in crypto; we pay the hotel in local currency. Our [crypto-friendly destinations](https://staysats.com/crypto-friendly-destinations/) page lists the rule city by city. The total of your stay is held on your balance at checkout. We book the room on request, and your balance is charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued. Start from a $25 top-up. Japan has its own check-in rule: hotels copy the passport of foreign guests without an address in Japan. See [hotel ID rules](https://staysats.com/hotel-id-rules/). ## Agoda and crypto: questions ### Will Agoda accept crypto in the future? We found no announcement as of October 12, 2026. Agoda's terms, in force since July 10, 2026, list cards, debit cards and digital wallets. We review this row monthly in our [acceptance index](https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/) and will change it only if Agoda publishes a crypto method. ### Do you need a credit card for Agoda Pay at Hotel? In many cases, yes. Agoda's help center says pay-at-hotel rooms often require a credit card to secure the reservation. You then pay the hotel directly, by a card, cash or local e-wallet it accepts. Agoda's terms add that the price shown may not include taxes and fees. Deposits at the desk: [checking in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/). ### Does Agoda take a deposit on my card? It can. Agoda's terms say a property may pre-authorize your payment method and charge a deposit, or charge the full booking amount up front. Some properties ask for your card details to guarantee the booking. The rules of each property appear before you book. ### Can I use the Agoda gift card bought with crypto anywhere? No. The Agoda card sold for crypto that we found works only in Singapore. It is a single-use 100 SGD code for prepaid hotels with the Promotion Eligible banner, on the website only. It covers room charges, not local taxes or fees. It was sold out on October 12, 2026. ### Why does Agoda show a different currency from my card? Agoda sets your display currency from your IP address or your account settings. Its terms explain that the price can depend on the display currency, the currency of your card and the payment option. You can change the display currency on the site. ### Is it legal to pay a Bangkok or Bali hotel in crypto? Paying a hotel on the spot in crypto is not allowed in Thailand outside a government sandbox. Indonesian law does not allow crypto as a means of payment. With StaySats you pay us online in crypto, and we pay the hotel in local currency. Rules can change, so check our [crypto-friendly destinations](https://staysats.com/crypto-friendly-destinations/) page before you travel. ### Which USDT network should I use for an Asian hotel? Use the network your wallet or exchange supports. With StaySats, USDT on Tron (TRC-20) is credited after 20 confirmations and USDT on Ethereum (ERC-20) after 12. The dollar price of the stay is the same for every coin and network. Compare: [TRC-20 or ERC-20 for hotels](https://staysats.com/usdt-trc20-or-erc20-for-hotels/). > **Disclosure** We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto. Our offer is included and marked. Agoda's rules are quoted from its terms of use and help center; other facts link to their source. Written by the StaySats research desk (TravelGoat LLC). Named reviewers will be listed here when appointed. ## Sources 1. [Terms of use (version 6.3, effective July 10, 2026; clauses 7.2, 8.1, 9.1, 15.1, 15.2, 15.4)](https://www.agoda.com/en-gb/info/termsofuse.html) — Agoda (checked 2026-10-13) 2. [Help Center: What are the different ways of paying for a hotel booking?](https://www.agoda.com/en-gb/info/contact.html#htl-payment-5-b) — Agoda (checked 2026-10-13) 3. [Help Center: Why is it necessary to provide my card information?](https://www.agoda.com/en-gb/info/contact.html#htl-payment-12-b) — Agoda (checked 2026-10-13) 4. [Agoda helps Filipinos without credit cards to travel](https://www.agoda.com/press/no-credit-card-payments/) — Agoda press release, October 17, 2019 (checked 2026-10-13) 5. [Agoda Singapore gift card](https://www.bitrefill.com/sg/en/gift-cards/agoda-singapore/) — Bitrefill (checked 2026-10-12) 6. [Travala.com Adds Agoda Hotels, Posts Record July Revenue as Crypto Payments Soar](https://malaysia.news.yahoo.com/travala-com-adds-agoda-hotels-173924011.html) — CoinDesk via Yahoo News, August 3, 2020 (checked 2026-10-12) 7. [Agoda.com Teams Up With Travala.com To Add Crypto Payment Option](https://www.rttnews.com/amp/3117974/agoda-com-teams-up-with-travala-com-to-add-crypto-payment-option.aspx) — RTTNews, August 4, 2020 (checked 2026-10-12) **Book your hotel in Asia with crypto** USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20, USDC, BTC, ETH, SOL or LTC. Held, not charged, until the hotel confirms. [Search hotels](https://staysats.com/hotels/) · [See pricing](https://staysats.com/pricing/) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Does Airbnb accept crypto? > Does Airbnb accept crypto? No, checked October 12, 2026. Three workarounds compared: a gift card bought with crypto, a crypto card, or a hotel paid in crypto. - URL: https://staysats.com/does/airbnb-accept-crypto/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Short answer: no. Airbnb takes no coin at checkout, and its CEO's 2022 crypto talk led nowhere. Three workarounds still let you spend crypto on a stay. Each has a real limit: where you live, how long you stay, or what kind of place you book. **Quick answer — Does Airbnb accept crypto?** No. As of October 12, 2026, Airbnb's payment methods include cards, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Klarna and local methods, but no coin. Three workarounds exist: an Airbnb gift card bought with crypto, a crypto debit card, or a hotel paid in crypto. **StaySats** sells hotels, not homes; the total is held, not charged, until the hotel confirms. ## Airbnb and crypto: the facts (checked October 12, 2026) | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Crypto at Airbnb checkout | No. Its help page "Payment methods accepted" names no cryptocurrency | | Methods Airbnb lists | Visa, Mastercard, Amex, JCB, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay; Klarna in the USA and Canada; local methods such as Pix, UPI or iDEAL | | Workaround 1: US gift card | For people who live in the US and hold a payment method issued in the US (Airbnb terms updated July 29, 2025) | | Gift card limits in the reseller's terms | Not for reservations of 28 nights or longer; up to 9 cards redeemed per day | | Gift card daily ceiling | 9 cards of $500, the largest fixed amount, make $4,500 per day | | Cost of a $25 card bought with crypto | $25.26 at a gift card reseller on October 12, 2026 (+$0.26 per card) | | Workaround 2: crypto card | A Visa or Mastercard funded from crypto; issuer fees and ID checks apply | | Workaround 3: a hotel paid in crypto | Hotels, including aparthotels when listed, paid in BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC; no private homes | | Paying a host outside Airbnb | Against Airbnb's terms; Airbnb names bank transfer requests as a sign of fraud | | Identity check | Guests verify their identity when they book; Airbnb may ask for a photo of a government ID and a selfie | | Crypto history | In January 2022 its CEO said crypto payments were the top user request; no crypto method by October 2026 | ## Airbnb in our crypto acceptance index | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Type | Booking site | | Accepts crypto directly | No | | Details | Airbnb's help page on accepted payment methods lists cards, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Klarna (USA and Canada) and local methods. It names no cryptocurrency. | | Checked on | October 12, 2026 (official website) | | Crypto workaround | Airbnb gift card bought with crypto from a gift card reseller. Airbnb's U.S. terms (updated July 29, 2025) limit U.S. cards to U.S. residents with a U.S. payment method. The reseller's copy of the terms adds: not for stays of 28 nights or longer, and at most 9 cards redeemed per day. | | Deposit at check-in | Most hosts may not charge a security deposit; some software-connected hosts may collect one off Airbnb when the listing says so. Hotels listed on Airbnb may ask for a card at check-in for incidentals or a deposit. | | ID at check-in | Guests verify their identity when they book. If personal details are not enough, Airbnb may ask for a photo of a government ID and a selfie. | | Country | United States | Source: [Airbnb Help Center: Payment methods accepted](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/126) This row comes from our [Hotel & Booking-Site Crypto Acceptance Index](https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/), where every status has a date and a source. ## Does Airbnb accept bitcoin, USDT or other crypto in 2026? No. On October 12, 2026, Airbnb's help article "Payment methods accepted" listed cards, PayPal, Apple Pay and Google Pay. Residents of the USA and Canada can also use Klarna. It also listed local options by country, such as Pix in Brazil, UPI in India and iDEAL in the Netherlands. Bitcoin, USDT, USDC and other coins are not on the list. The page gives a list for each country, so your checkout may show slightly different options. None of the country lists names a cryptocurrency. ## Has Airbnb ever planned to accept crypto? It has talked about it, but it has not launched it. In January 2022, Airbnb's CEO Brian Chesky asked users on Twitter what the company should build next. He then wrote that crypto payments were the top request among about 4,000 suggestions, according to Decrypt. More than four years later, crypto is still not an Airbnb payment method. Treat any article that says "Airbnb now accepts bitcoin" as out of date unless it links to an Airbnb page. ## Which workaround: gift card, crypto card or hotel? Same rows for the 3 workarounds, as of October 2026. We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto: our option is marked "ours". | | Airbnb gift card bought with crypto | Crypto card on Airbnb | Hotel on StaySats (ours) | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Books an Airbnb home | Yes | Yes | No: hotels only, including aparthotels when listed | | Who can use it | U.S. card: U.S. residents with a U.S. payment method; country cards for some European residents | Anyone the card issuer accepts | Guests booking hotels where we sell; not in sanctioned countries; hotels in Spain not yet | | Stays of 28 nights or more | Excluded, per the reseller's terms | Airbnb's normal rules | No gift card rule; the hotel's rates decide | | Identity check | Airbnb's check when you book | Airbnb's check, plus the card issuer's ID check | No ID upload at checkout; the hotel checks ID at check-in | | When your crypto is spent | When you buy the card | When you pay | Held at checkout; booked on request and charged when the hotel confirmation number is issued | | Extra cost | $0.26 per $25 card, plus the network fee | The card issuer's conversion fee | The network fee of your top-up; the final total is confirmed with the hotel before you are charged | | If the host or hotel cancels | Airbnb's rules; the money stays inside Airbnb | Refund to the card, in normal money | 100% back in USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or balance credit | *Checked on October 12, 2026.* Gift card cost from our check of the reseller on October 12, 2026. Airbnb's rules can change: check its help pages before you pay. ## Workaround 1: how do I pay for Airbnb with a gift card bought with crypto? This route books any Airbnb home, if you meet the card's conditions. 1. **Check that you qualify** — The U.S. card is for people who live in the U.S. and hold a payment method issued in the U.S. Some European countries have their own card for their residents. 2. **Buy the card with crypto** — Pick an amount at a crypto gift card reseller and pay in BTC, USDT, USDC or another coin it lists. Fixed amounts go from $25 to $500. 3. **Add it to your Airbnb account** — Redeem the code as gift credit in your Airbnb account. The balance does not expire and can't be moved to another account. 4. **Book and pay the rest** — At checkout the gift credit pays first. If the stay costs more, you pay the difference with another payment method. ## Who can use the Airbnb gift card route? Airbnb sees a gift card balance, not crypto. Its U.S. terms say the balance pays for accommodations, experiences or services. Three groups of travellers hit its limits: - **Non-residents of the U.S.** U.S. cards are only for people who live in the U.S., with a payment method issued there. Country cards exist for some European residents, such as a Portugal card for accounts and payment methods registered in Portugal. - **Monthly stays.** The reseller's copy of the terms excludes reservations of 28 nights or longer. Airbnb's own U.S. terms page does not state this limit, so check at checkout before you buy. - **Large bookings.** Airbnb may limit you to 9 cards redeemed per day. At the largest fixed amount of $500, that makes $4,500 per day. The balance has no cash value and can't be moved to another Airbnb account. If your plans change, the money stays on your account. Full comparison: [gift cards or a hotel booked in crypto](https://staysats.com/bitrefill-gift-cards-vs-hotel-booking/). ## Workaround 2: can I use a crypto debit card on Airbnb? Often yes, because Airbnb sees a normal Visa or Mastercard. A crypto card sells your coins at the moment of payment, so the host is paid as usual. Airbnb lists Visa, Mastercard, Amex and JCB, and debit cards that can be processed as credit cards. Compare cards on four points before you rely on one: 1. **Debit or prepaid.** Some services refuse prepaid cards. Airbnb says Klarna, for example, does not accept them. 2. **Conversion.** Coins are converted to the card currency, then maybe to the listing's currency. Each step can cost a fee. 3. **Refunds.** A cancelled stay is refunded to the card in normal money, not in crypto. 4. **Identity.** Regulated card issuers check your ID before they issue a card. Paying in crypto may be a taxable event in your country. Check local rules. ## Can I pay an Airbnb host in crypto directly? No, and it is risky to try. Airbnb's payment help page says offline or cash payments break its Terms of Service. Its article on hosts who ask for payment outside Airbnb names wire or bank transfer requests, money orders and PDF invoices as signs of fraud. A crypto transfer to a host is in the same group: it leaves Airbnb, so the safeguards for guests no longer apply. If a host asks for crypto, report the message to Airbnb. ## Workaround 3: why book a hotel or aparthotel in crypto instead? Because you pay the stay in crypto directly, with no residence rule and no gift card balance left over. **StaySats** sells hotel bookings, not private homes, paid in BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on Tron (TRC-20) or Ethereum (ERC-20). If you want a kitchen, look for aparthotels or rooms with a kitchenette in the results. What you get: - **Held, not charged.** You top up from $25, and the exact total is held on your balance. We book the room on request and confirm the final total with the hotel. Your balance is charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued. - **Stablecoin refunds.** If the hotel can't host you, you choose USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or balance credit. - **Live prices.** You pay the price found live for your dates, in US dollars, for the whole stay. Taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them; the final total is confirmed with the hotel before you are charged. Local taxes paid at the hotel are confirmed with your booking. - **No ID upload at checkout.** We ask for the lead guest's name and an email address. The hotel checks your ID at check-in, as local law requires. Details: [how it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/) and [refunds](https://staysats.com/refunds/). Monthly stays: [long stays paid in USDT](https://staysats.com/long-stays-paid-in-usdt/). ## What are the limits of booking a hotel with StaySats? We are honest about what we don't do: - **No private homes.** We sell hotels. What you find depends on the city and dates. - **Some places are closed.** We sell no hotel in Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Russia, Belarus, Syria, Crimea or the Russian-occupied areas of Ukraine. Hotels in Spain are not available yet. See [where we can't sell hotels](https://staysats.com/where-we-cant-sell-hotels/). - **Deposits at the hotel.** Paying ahead with StaySats does not remove the hotel's incidental deposit at check-in. See [check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/). - **Bookings on request.** We book each room after checkout and confirm the final total with the hotel. If it is higher, you accept it or the amount is released. - **Six coins only.** No Monero, no Lightning, no card payments. ## Which workaround fits my trip? Use this short guide: - **You live in the U.S., the stay is under 28 nights, and you want one specific home:** the gift card route. - **You want one specific home but live elsewhere, or stay a month:** a crypto card, if you accept its fees and ID check. - **You can stay in a hotel or aparthotel and want to pay in crypto directly:** StaySats, with the total held until the hotel confirms. One thing never to do: pay a host in crypto outside Airbnb. Airbnb says offline payments break its Terms of Service, and you lose its protections. ## Airbnb and crypto: questions ### Will Airbnb accept crypto payments soon? We found no announcement on an Airbnb page as of October 12, 2026. Its CEO said in January 2022 that crypto payments topped user requests, but no crypto method followed. We check this row every month in our [acceptance index](https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/) and change the status only when Airbnb publishes a new payment method. ### Can I buy an Airbnb gift card with USDT? Yes. Crypto gift card resellers sell Airbnb cards for USDT, USDC, BTC and other coins. The card then works like any Airbnb gift card. A U.S. card needs a U.S. resident with a U.S. payment method, and the reseller's terms exclude reservations of 28 nights or longer. ### Can I use the gift card route if I live outside the US? Not with a U.S. card: Airbnb's U.S. terms require U.S. residence and a payment method issued in the U.S. Some European countries have their own Airbnb gift card for their residents. The same reseller sells them for crypto, such as a Portugal card for accounts registered in Portugal. ### Can I use an Airbnb gift card for a monthly stay? Probably not with a U.S. card. The reseller's copy of the terms says gift cards can't be applied to reservations of 28 nights or longer. Airbnb's own U.S. terms page, updated July 29, 2025, does not repeat this limit. Check at checkout before you buy cards for a long stay. ### How much does it cost to pay for Airbnb with crypto? With the gift card route, the reseller added $0.26 to a $25 Airbnb USA card on October 12, 2026, plus the network fee. With a crypto card, the issuer's conversion fee applies. With StaySats, you pay the network fee of your top-up, and the final total is confirmed with the hotel before you are charged. ### Can I split an Airbnb payment between a gift card and another method? Yes. When the stay costs more than your gift credit, the gift credit pays first and you pay the rest with another payment method. Airbnb may limit you to 9 gift cards redeemed per day, per the reseller's copy of the terms. ### Can I pay for an Airbnb Experience with crypto? Indirectly, yes. Airbnb's U.S. gift card terms say gift cards may be applied to bookings of accommodations, experiences or services. A gift card bought with crypto can therefore pay an Experience, under the same residence rules. StaySats sells hotel bookings only. ### Does Airbnb take PayPal or Apple Pay? Yes, in most countries. Airbnb's help page lists PayPal, Apple Pay and Google Pay next to Visa, Mastercard, Amex and JCB. Residents of the USA and Canada can also use Klarna. None of these is a crypto method, but a crypto card added to Apple Pay or Google Pay may work. ### Do I need to show ID to book on Airbnb? Usually yes. Airbnb says guests verify their identity when they book a stay, and it may ask for a photo of a government ID and a selfie. At StaySats, we ask for the lead guest's name and an email address, with no ID upload; the hotel checks your ID at check-in. ### Can an Airbnb host ask me for a crypto deposit? No. Airbnb says most hosts are not allowed to charge security deposits, on or off the platform, and a crypto transfer is an off-platform payment. Some software-connected hosts may collect a deposit off Airbnb, but only when the listing says so before you book. ### Is buying an Airbnb gift card with crypto taxable? It can be. Spending crypto may count as a sale of the coins in your country. Check local rules, and keep the date, the amount and the value of each purchase. ### Is StaySats an alternative to Airbnb? For hotels, yes; for private homes, no. StaySats books hotel rooms worldwide, paid in BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with the total held until the hotel confirms. We don't list apartments rented by private hosts, so there is no host to pay outside the platform. Hotels in Spain are not available yet. > **Disclosure** We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto, so we are not neutral about Airbnb. Our offer is included and marked as ours. Every fact about Airbnb and the reseller links to its source below. Written by the StaySats research desk (TravelGoat LLC). Named reviewers will be listed here when appointed. ## Sources 1. [Payment methods accepted](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/126) — Airbnb Help Center (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [U.S. Gift Card Terms and Conditions (updated July 29, 2025)](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2872) — Airbnb Help Center (checked 2026-10-12) 3. [If a host asks you to pay outside Airbnb](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/199) — Airbnb Help Center (checked 2026-10-12) 4. [Security deposits](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/140) — Airbnb Help Center (checked 2026-10-12) 5. [Verifying your identity on Airbnb](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/1237) — Airbnb Help Center (checked 2026-10-12) 6. [Airbnb USA gift card](https://www.bitrefill.com/us/en/gift-cards/airbnb-usa/) — Bitrefill (checked 2026-10-12) 7. [Airbnb Portugal gift card](https://www.bitrefill.com/gr/en/gift-cards/airbnb-portugal/) — Bitrefill (checked 2026-10-12) 8. [Airbnb CEO: Crypto Payments Top User Requests for 2022](https://decrypt.co/89780/airbnb-ceo-crypto-payments-top-user-requests-2022) — Decrypt, January 2022 (checked 2026-10-12) **Book a hotel and pay in crypto** Search live prices for your dates. The total is held on your balance and charged only when the hotel confirms. [Search hotels](https://staysats.com/hotels/) · [How it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Does Best Western accept crypto, debit cards or cash at check-in? > Best Western needs a credit card for every online booking; deposits and debit cards are up to each hotel. No crypto (checked October 12, 2026). Gift card route. - URL: https://staysats.com/does/best-western-accept-crypto/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Every BWH hotel is independently owned and operated, so the front desk rules change from one Best Western to the next. The group itself asks for a credit card on each online booking and names no coin. Here is what the group says, one hotel's stricter rule as an example, and the gift card and crypto routes. **Quick answer — Does Best Western accept crypto, debit cards or cash?** Not crypto, as of October 12, 2026: Best Western requires a credit card for all online reservations and names no coin. Debit cards and cash deposits are left to each hotel. One hotel we read refuses both at check-in. A Best Western gift card sold for crypto pays hotel charges. **StaySats** can prepay the room in crypto instead. ## Best Western payment rules at a glance (checked October 12, 2026) | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Crypto in Best Western's FAQ | None; Bitrefill's listing also says Best Western does not accept crypto | | Card for an online booking | A credit card, for all online hotel reservations | | Without a card online | Book by phone with Best Western reservations | | When the card is charged | On arrival, unless the hotel asks for prepayment or a deposit first | | Not cancelled in time | One night, or the whole stay for prepaid or minimum-stay bookings | | Billing questions | Handled by each hotel | | Ownership | Each BWH hotel is independently owned and operated | | Official gift card | USD, CAD, GBP or EUR; valid at BWH hotels that accept it, except WorldHotels | | Gift card sold for crypto | US card on Bitrefill, from $50 to $1,000; no expiry | | Example hotel rule | Best Western Parkway Hotel (Canada): no cash deposit and no debit card at check-in | | Children | 12 and under stay free at any Best Western in North America | ## What does Best Western's FAQ say about paying? A credit card guarantees every online booking. Best Western says the card holds your room until your arrival date. It is not charged until you arrive, unless the hotel requires prepayment or a deposit first. Those requirements appear during the online confirmation step. If you prefer not to use your card online, Best Western invites you to book by phone. Billing is processed by each hotel, so questions about a charge go to the property. We read the FAQ on bestwestern.com on October 12, 2026; it named no cryptocurrency. ## Does a Best Western take debit cards or a cash deposit? It depends on the hotel, and some say no. The group FAQ is silent on both. Best Western Parkway Hotel, in Richmond Hill, Canada, publishes its own policy as an example. It authorizes the credit card at check-in for the stay plus an amount for extras, and holds the funds until checkout. It then charges what you actually used. It does not accept cash deposits or debit cards at check-in. Paying ahead with StaySats does not remove the hotel's incidental deposit at check-in. ## Can you buy a Best Western gift card with crypto? Yes, the US card, on Bitrefill. The listing offers amounts from $50 to $1,000 and says the card works only in the United States. Its terms mention more than 4,000 BWH hotels worldwide that accept it, the WorldHotels collection excluded. The card does not expire and cannot be exchanged for cash. Best Western's own gift card comes in USD, CAD, GBP or EUR. It is redeemed at BWH hotels that accept it as payment. A gift card pays hotel charges, but the online booking still needs a credit card. Compare routes: [gift cards vs hotel booking](https://staysats.com/bitrefill-gift-cards-vs-hotel-booking/). ## What does a late cancellation cost at Best Western? Usually one night. Cancellation policies vary by hotel and are shown when you book. If you miss the deadline, Best Western charges one night's stay to the card. Two cases cost more. A booking paid in full in advance is charged for the whole stay unless you cancel within the hotel's policy. During holidays and events, a minimum stay may apply; leave early and you pay the whole booked stay. ## What ID does a Best Western ask for? The group publishes no ID rule; each hotel and national law decide. Best Western Parkway Hotel asks guests paying by credit card, or with a prepaid booking, to show the card and a matching photo ID. The same hotel asks third-party payers to complete a card authorization link at least 72 hours before arrival. Abroad, see [hotel ID rules by country](https://staysats.com/hotel-id-rules/). ## How do I book a Best Western with crypto through StaySats? Search the city on StaySats. When a Best Western, Best Western Plus or another BWH hotel is in the live results for your dates, pay from your crypto balance. Results change by date, so we never promise a hotel. We book the room on request and confirm the final total with the hotel before you are charged. Your balance is held, not charged, until the hotel confirmation number is issued, and we pay the hotel in local currency. Because each hotel is independent, ask it about the deposit before you travel. Steps: [how it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/). ## Search hotels you can pay in crypto Search hotels: https://staysats.com/app/hotels/search Prices found live for your dates. Bookings are made on request, and hotel names and brands vary by date. ## Best Western, deposits and crypto: questions ### Does Best Western accept bitcoin? No. Best Western's FAQ names no coin, and Bitrefill's listing states that Best Western does not accept crypto. The crypto route is a gift card bought on Bitrefill, or a hotel booked through a seller. StaySats takes BTC after 2 confirmations. ### Can I book a Best Western without a credit card? Not online: Best Western requires a credit card for all online reservations. You can call its reservations center instead of typing the card online. Through StaySats, you prepay in crypto when the hotel appears in our live results. ### Will Best Western charge my card before I arrive? Only if the hotel requires prepayment or a deposit, which is shown during the online confirmation step. Otherwise, the card is not charged until you arrive. ### Does the Best Western gift card work outside the US? Best Western sells its own card in USD, CAD, GBP or EUR, valid at BWH hotels that accept it. The US card sold for crypto on Bitrefill is listed as working only in the United States. ### Can I pay a Best Western in USDT? Not with Best Western. StaySats accepts USDT on Tron (TRC-20) or Ethereum (ERC-20), and USDC on Ethereum. The total is held on your balance until the hotel confirms. ### Is StaySats a Best Western partner? No. StaySats is not affiliated with Best Western Hotels & Resorts or BWH Hotels. We book each room on request, with the hotel. Best Western has no say in this page. > **Disclosure** We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto. Our offer is included and marked. Best Western is not our partner. Written by the StaySats research desk (TravelGoat LLC) from Best Western's own pages, read on October 12, 2026. Named reviewers will be listed here when appointed. ## Sources (checked October 12, 2026) 1. [Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.bestwestern.com/en_US/customer-service/frequently-asked-questions.html) — Best Western Hotels & Resorts (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [Customer Service](https://www.bestwestern.com/en_US/customer-service.html) — Best Western Hotels & Resorts (checked 2026-10-12) 3. [Best Western Gift Card](https://www.bestwestern.com/en_US/offers/travel-card.html) — Best Western Hotels & Resorts (checked 2026-10-12) 4. [Best Western gift card (US)](https://www.bitrefill.com/us/en/gift-cards/best-western-usa/) — Bitrefill (checked 2026-10-12) 5. [Credit Card / Debit Policy](https://bestwesternparkway.com/credit-card-debit-policy/) — Best Western Parkway Hotel (checked 2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Does Booking.com accept crypto? > Does Booking.com accept crypto? No: its list of payment methods has no coin (checked October 12, 2026). What works instead, and hotels paid in USDT or BTC. - URL: https://staysats.com/does/booking-com-accept-crypto/ - Last updated: 2026-10-13 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) No coin is on Booking.com's list of payment methods. This page shows the list and the 2019 crypto deal that people still quote. It also covers the front desk and a direct way to pay for a hotel in crypto. **Quick answer — Does Booking.com accept crypto?** No. Booking.com does not accept crypto. Its partner FAQ, checked on October 12, 2026, lists cards, cash, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Alipay, Klarna and other methods, but no cryptocurrency. Under a 2019 deal, Travala, a separate site, began selling its listings for crypto. **StaySats** sells hotel bookings paid in crypto. ## Booking.com and crypto: the facts (checked October 12, 2026) | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Crypto at Booking.com checkout | No cryptocurrency in its list of payment methods | | Methods every property can take | Credit, debit and prepaid cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express) and cash | | Extra methods with Payments by Booking.com | PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Alipay, WeChat, iDEAL, Venmo, Klarna, Affirm, PayPal Credit | | Booking.com Wallet | Credits and rewards from Booking.com, not a crypto wallet | | Crypto through another site | Travala added Booking.com listings in 90,000 destinations under a deal announced on November 29, 2019 | | Bookings not paid in advance | Booking.com validates the guest's card on behalf of the property | | Damage deposits | Set by each property; outside the US, a deposit the property collects itself or a damage program run by Booking.com | | Methods can differ | By country and by property type, per Booking.com | ## Booking.com in our crypto acceptance index | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Type | Booking site | | Accepts crypto directly | No | | Details | Booking.com's partner FAQ lists cards and cash. With Payments by Booking.com, it adds PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Alipay, WeChat, iDEAL, Venmo, Klarna, Affirm, PayPal Credit and Wallet credits. No cryptocurrency. | | Checked on | October 12, 2026 (official website) | | Crypto workaround | No crypto route on Booking.com itself, and no gift card route found. Each property can turn on "credit card exceptions" in its Extranet for domestic, last-minute or short-notice guests: those guests book without card details and pay the property directly, by whatever method the property chooses. Separately, a partnership announced on November 29, 2019 made Booking.com listings bookable in crypto on Travala, a separate site. | | Deposit at check-in | Each property sets its own damage policy. Outside the United States, a property chooses a damage deposit that it collects itself, or a damage program handled by Booking.com. | | Country | Netherlands | Source: [Booking.com for Partners: Payments by Booking.com (FAQ)](https://partner.booking.com/en-gb/solutions/payments-by-bookingcom) Same row as in our [crypto acceptance index](https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/). We check it every month. ## Does Booking.com accept bitcoin or USDT? No. Booking.com's FAQ for its partners answers the question "Which payment methods can I offer?" on its Payments by Booking.com page. On October 12, 2026, every property could take cards and cash. Properties that joined Payments by Booking.com could also offer wallets and pay-later methods. The list: PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Alipay, WeChat, iDEAL, Venmo, Klarna, Affirm, PayPal Credit and Booking.com Wallet credits. Bitcoin, USDT, USDC and other coins are not on that list. Booking.com adds that the methods can differ by country and by property type. Its developer documentation on payment methods names no crypto method either. ## Can I pay the hotel in crypto at check-in for a Booking.com reservation? Not through Booking.com. For a reservation you pay at the property, the methods Booking.com lists for every property are cards and cash. For bookings that are not paid in advance, Booking.com also validates your card for the property. A few hotels take crypto at their own desk. That would be the hotel's own arrangement, outside Booking.com's payment options. If you plan to try it, ask the hotel in writing before you travel. Keep a card or cash for the guarantee and for extras. Our [check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/) guide explains deposits at the front desk. ## Can you book on Booking.com without a credit card? At some properties. Booking.com's FAQ says most properties need a valid card to guarantee a reservation, but some guarantee it without one. Its partner help explains the setting, called credit card exceptions. A property can turn it on for domestic guests, same-day or next-day bookers, or bookings made within a window it chooses. Those guests are not asked for payment details, and the property arranges payment with them directly. For same-day or next-day bookings, the cancellation policy becomes fully flexible. In other cases, a late cancellation or a no-show can still cost the fee in the property's policy. The property collects it from the guest itself. Other routes: [how to book a hotel without a credit card](https://staysats.com/book-hotel-without-credit-card/). ## What was the 2019 deal between Booking.com and Travala? It let another website sell Booking.com listings for crypto; Booking.com itself took no crypto. On November 29, 2019, Hospitality Net reported that Travala.com had signed a partnership with Booking.com and integrated its listings in 90,000 destinations. Travala customers could then pay with Travala's AVA token and 20 other cryptocurrencies. A booking made that way is a Travala booking, under Travala's checkout and refund rules. Booking.com's own checkout did not change. We did not check whether the supply deal still runs in 2026. To compare crypto hotel sites, see [alternatives to Travala for hotels](https://staysats.com/travala-alternative/) and the [crypto travel seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/). ## Can I use a crypto card on Booking.com? Yes, if the card is accepted like any other Visa or Mastercard. Booking.com's partner FAQ says properties can take credit, debit and prepaid cards. A card funded from crypto converts your coins at the moment of payment, so Booking.com never sees the crypto. Watch the timing. On a pay-at-property booking, the hotel may charge the card when you arrive, or place a hold for extras. With a crypto card, that hold blocks money on your card until it is released. Card issuers add conversion costs and usually check your ID before issuing a card. Paying in crypto may be a taxable event in your country. Check local rules. ## Is there a Booking.com gift card I can buy with crypto? We did not find one on October 12, 2026. The crypto gift card reseller we checked, Bitrefill, sells cards for Airbnb, Hotels.com and hotel gift card brands, but we found none for Booking.com. A hotel gift card from another brand is spent on that brand's own website, not on Booking.com. More on the gift card route: [gift cards or a hotel booked in crypto](https://staysats.com/bitrefill-gift-cards-vs-hotel-booking/). ## How do I book a hotel with crypto instead? Book it with **StaySats**, which takes crypto directly. Top up from $25 in USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20, USDC on ERC-20, BTC, ETH, SOL or LTC. Then search your city and dates. Prices are found live for your dates, in US dollars. Taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them. Local taxes paid at the hotel, such as a city tax, are confirmed with your booking. At checkout, the total is held on your balance. Bookings are made on request: we book the room with the hotel and confirm the final total. Your balance is charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued. If we can't confirm, the full amount is released at once. StaySats has no partnership with Booking.com. Read [how it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/) and the [pricing](https://staysats.com/pricing/) rules. ## Booking.com and crypto: questions ### Will Booking.com add crypto payments? We found no announcement on a Booking.com page as of October 12, 2026. Its partner FAQ lists cards, cash, wallets such as PayPal and Apple Pay, and pay-later options such as Klarna and Affirm. We review this row every month and will change its status only when Booking.com publishes a crypto method. ### Can I book Booking.com hotels with bitcoin? Not on Booking.com. Since 2019, Travala has offered Booking.com listings on its own site, paid in crypto, under Travala's rules. StaySats is a different seller with no Booking.com partnership. We sell hotel bookings paid in BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC. Each room is booked on request with the hotel, at the price found live for your dates. ### Does Booking.com accept PayPal? At many properties, yes. Booking.com's partner FAQ says properties that join Payments by Booking.com may offer PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Alipay and other methods. Properties that did not join take cards and cash. The options you see depend on the property and your country. ### Is Booking.com Wallet a crypto wallet? No. Booking.com Wallet holds credits and rewards from Booking.com. It does not hold or accept bitcoin, USDT or any other coin. Booking.com lists Wallet credits next to cards and PayPal as a way to pay. To pay a hotel from a crypto balance, you need a seller that takes crypto. ### Does Booking.com charge a damage deposit? Booking.com does not, but a property may. Outside the United States, each property chooses a damage deposit that it collects and refunds itself, or a damage program handled by Booking.com. The house rules of the listing show which one applies before you book. ### Do StaySats and Booking.com show the same price? Not always, and we don't claim they do. StaySats shows the price found live for your dates, in US dollars. Taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them. We confirm the final total with the hotel before you are charged. Compare the total of the stay on both sites. ### Can I check in without a credit card after paying in crypto? Sometimes. A prepaid room is paid, but many hotels still ask for a card or a cash deposit for extras at check-in. Rules vary by hotel and chain. Our guide to [checking in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/) lists the usual options. > **Disclosure** We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto. Our offer is included and marked. Booking.com and Travala are named here for facts only, with a source for each one. Written by the StaySats research desk (TravelGoat LLC). Named reviewers will be listed here when appointed. ## Sources 1. [Payments by Booking.com (FAQ: Which payment methods can I offer?)](https://partner.booking.com/en-gb/solutions/payments-by-bookingcom) — Booking.com for Partners (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [Joining Payments by Booking.com](https://partner.booking.com/en-us/help/payments-payouts-invoices/payments-bookingcom/joining-payments-bookingcom) — Booking.com for Partners (checked 2026-10-12) 3. [Frequently asked questions (Credit cards: Can I make a reservation without a credit card?)](https://secure.booking.com/faq.en-gb.html) — Booking.com (checked 2026-10-13) 4. [Allowing guests to book without credit card details](https://partner.booking.com/en-us/help/property-guest-experience/policies-services-amenities/allowing-guests-book-without-credit-card) — Booking.com for Partners (checked 2026-10-13) 5. [Everything you need to know about damage policy options](https://partner.booking.com/en-us/help/policies-payments/guest-payments/everything-you-need-know-about-damage-policy-options) — Booking.com for Partners (checked 2026-10-12) 6. [Payment methods (Demand API)](https://developers.booking.com/demand/docs/payments/payments-methods) — Booking.com Developers (checked 2026-10-12) 7. [Travala.com & Booking.com Strategic Partnership Targets Massive Crypto Adoption](https://www.hospitalitynet.org/news/4096047.html) — Hospitality Net, November 29, 2019 (checked 2026-10-12) 8. [Travel gift cards](https://www.bitrefill.com/us/en/gift-cards/travel/) — Bitrefill (checked 2026-10-12) **Pay for your hotel in crypto** Six coins, two USDT networks, and nothing charged until the hotel confirms. [Search hotels](https://staysats.com/hotels/) · [How it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Does Choice Hotels accept crypto, debit cards or cash at check-in? > Choice Hotels wants a credit card and a government ID at check-in, both in the booking name. No crypto (checked October 12, 2026). Ages, holds, the Bakkt story. - URL: https://staysats.com/does/choice-accept-crypto/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Choice Hotels runs Comfort, Quality Inn, Econo Lodge, Cambria and more than 7,400 hotels in over 45 countries and territories. Its FAQ is strict at the front desk: a credit card and a government ID, in the booking name. Here are its rules, its short bitcoin story, and how to prepay a Choice-brand stay in crypto. **Quick answer — Does Choice Hotels accept crypto, debit cards or cash?** Not crypto, as of October 12, 2026. Choice's FAQ asks for a credit card to guarantee the room and again at check-in, next to a government ID in the same name. A debit card appears only in its late-arrival rule. Cash is not mentioned. **StaySats** can prepay a Choice-brand room in crypto, but the desk may still want a card. ## Choice Hotels payment rules at a glance (checked October 12, 2026) | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Crypto in Choice's FAQ | None: no coin is named | | Size | More than 7,400 hotels in more than 45 countries and territories | | To guarantee a room | A credit card, online or by phone | | Room held until | 7 a.m. on the day after your arrival date | | Card charged before arrival | Only if the hotel has a prepayment or deposit rule, shown when you book | | What you show at check-in | A government-issued ID and a credit card, both in the booking name | | Debit cards | Named once: a card without funds for the room can get the booking cancelled | | Advance Purchase Rate | From 15% off; non-refundable; charged within 24 to 48 hours of booking | | Minimum age | 19 for a lone guest at most hotels; some hotels ask 21 | | Someone else pays | A credit card authorization form, asked from the hotel | | Past link to bitcoin | Choice Privileges points to cash, then bitcoin, in the Bakkt app (2021 to 2023) | ## Choice Hotels in our crypto acceptance index | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Type | Hotel group | | Accepts crypto directly | No | | Details | Choice's FAQ asks for a credit card to guarantee a room, which is then held until 7 a.m. the day after arrival. You can give the card by phone instead of online. A credit card is asked again at check-in. No crypto. | | Checked on | October 12, 2026 (official website) | | Deposit at check-in | At check-in you present a credit card, and the name on it must match the reservation. The card is not charged before arrival unless the hotel has a prepayment or deposit rule, shown when you book. If the card has no funds for the room, the booking may be cancelled. | | ID at check-in | Present a government-issued ID whose name matches the reservation. Most hotels require a lone guest to be at least 19, and some require 21. For two or more guests, one must be 21 or older if another is 18 or under. | | Country | United States | Source: [Choice Hotels: FAQ](https://www.choicehotels.com/en-uk/support/faq) ## What does Choice's FAQ say about paying for a room? Your credit card guarantees the room. Choice says the hotel must then hold it until 7 a.m. on the day after your arrival date, whatever time you arrive. The card is protected under the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard. The card is not charged before you arrive, unless the hotel has a prepayment or deposit requirement. In that case, a warning appears during the confirmation step. If you would rather not type your card online, Choice lets you book through its reservations center by phone. On October 12, 2026, the FAQ named no cryptocurrency. ## What do you need at check-in at a Comfort Inn or Quality Inn? Two things in one name. Choice's FAQ says you present a government-issued ID and a credit card at check-in. The name on the ID and on the card must match the name on the reservation. That makes a debit-only or cash-only check-in hard to plan. Debit cards appear once in the FAQ: if your credit or debit card has no funds for the room, the booking may be cancelled. Cash is not mentioned at all, so ask the hotel in writing. Paying ahead with StaySats does not remove the hotel's incidental deposit at check-in. ## When does Choice charge an Advance Purchase Rate? Within 24 to 48 hours of booking. Choice's Advance Purchase Rate starts at 15% off its Best Available Rate. You must book on ChoiceHotels.com with a Choice Privileges number, 3, 14, 21 or 30 days ahead, depending on the hotel. The rate cannot be cancelled, changed or refunded. Other rates follow a cancellation deadline set by each property, shown on the confirmation page before you book. If your plans may move, a flexible rate keeps your card uncharged until you arrive. ## How old must you be to check in at a Choice hotel? Usually 19, sometimes 21. Choice says most hotels require a lone guest to be at least 19 to book. Some hotels require 21. When two or more guests share a room, at least one must be 21 or older if another guest is 18 or under. Call the hotel with any age question. Abroad, the law of the country adds its own ID rules: see [hotel ID rules by country](https://staysats.com/hotel-id-rules/). ## Did Choice Hotels ever offer bitcoin? Only as a way to spend loyalty points, never as a way to pay a room. On September 28, 2021, Choice and Bakkt announced a link reported by PYMNTS. Choice Privileges members could convert points to cash in the Bakkt app and use it to buy bitcoin. Bakkt shut its consumer app on March 16, 2023, per The Block, so this route is gone. Choice's own FAQ shows no crypto method today. Our [acceptance index](https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/) keeps the dated status. ## Are Radisson hotels part of Choice Hotels? Some are listed as its brands. Choice's FAQ names Radisson, Radisson Blu, Radisson RED, Country Inn & Suites and Park Plaza among its brands. Radisson Hotel Group also runs its own website, with its own FAQ and a credit-card-only rule for the check-in hold. So check which group sells your stay before you rely on a rule. Our [Radisson page](https://staysats.com/does/radisson-accept-crypto/) covers the Radisson Hotel Group FAQ. ## How do I book a Choice hotel with crypto through StaySats? Search the city on StaySats and check the live results for your dates. If a Comfort, Quality Inn or Cambria hotel appears, you can pay from your crypto balance. No hotel is promised in advance. We book the room on request after checkout and confirm the final total with the hotel before you are charged. The total stays held, not charged, until the hotel confirmation number is issued. We pay the hotel in local currency. Bring the government ID that matches the booking name. Steps: [how it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/). ## Search hotels you can pay in crypto Search hotels: https://staysats.com/app/hotels/search Prices found live for your dates. Bookings are made on request, and hotel names and brands vary by date. ## Choice Hotels, deposits and crypto: questions ### Does Choice Hotels accept bitcoin? No. Choice's FAQ, read on October 12, 2026, names no coin. Between 2021 and 2023, members could turn points into bitcoin through Bakkt, but that never paid for a room. StaySats takes BTC after 2 confirmations for hotel bookings. ### Can I check in at a Choice hotel with a debit card? Choice's FAQ asks for a credit card at check-in, in the booking name. It names debit cards only in its late-arrival rule. Call the hotel before you travel and get its answer in writing. ### Can someone else pay for my Choice hotel room? Yes. Book the room in your name with the payer's credit card. Before check-in, the payer asks the hotel for a credit card authorization form. It lets the hotel charge the card without the cardholder present. ### Will Choice charge my card before I arrive? Only if the hotel has a prepayment or deposit rule, which appears during the confirmation step. An Advance Purchase Rate is the exception: it is charged within 24 to 48 hours of booking. ### Can I pay a Choice hotel in USDT? Not with Choice. Its FAQ lists no stablecoin. StaySats accepts USDT on Tron (TRC-20) or Ethereum (ERC-20), and USDC on Ethereum. Your balance is held until the hotel confirms. ### Is StaySats a Choice Hotels partner? No. StaySats is not affiliated with Choice Hotels International. We book each room on request, with the hotel. Choice has no say in this page. > **Disclosure** We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto. Our offer is included and marked. Choice Hotels is not our partner. Written by the StaySats research desk (TravelGoat LLC) from Choice's own FAQ, read on October 12, 2026. Named reviewers will be listed here when appointed. ## Sources (checked October 12, 2026) 1. [FAQ's and Help](https://www.choicehotels.com/en-uk/support/faq) — Choice Hotels (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [Bakkt, Choice Hotels Expand Hospitality Chain's Rewards Program](https://www.pymnts.com/?p=1160718) — PYMNTS, September 28, 2021 (checked 2026-10-12) 3. [Bakkt exits consumer business to focus on B2B as regulators crack down](https://www.theblock.co/news/business/2023-02-13-bakkt-exits-consumer-business-to-focus-on-b2b-as-regulators-crack-down-211042) — The Block, February 13, 2023 (checked 2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Does Expedia accept crypto? > Does Expedia accept crypto? Not since 2018: bitcoin via Coinbase ran from June 2014. Status checked October 12, 2026, and how to book hotels with USDT or BTC. - URL: https://staysats.com/does/expedia-accept-crypto/ - Last updated: 2026-10-13 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Expedia was one of the first big travel sites to take bitcoin, in 2014, and it dropped it four years later. Here is the timeline, the gift card that confuses many buyers, and a direct way to pay for a hotel in crypto. **Quick answer — Does Expedia accept crypto?** No. Expedia does not accept crypto today. It took bitcoin for hotel bookings through Coinbase from June 11, 2014, and dropped it in 2018. A spokesperson gave May 10, 2018 as the date; customers reported June 10. We found no crypto method on October 12, 2026. **StaySats** sells hotel bookings paid in crypto. ## Expedia and crypto: the facts (checked October 12, 2026) | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Crypto at Expedia checkout today | No crypto method found | | Bitcoin era | June 11, 2014 to 2018, hotel bookings only, processed by Coinbase | | End date | May 10, 2018 per an Expedia spokesperson; June 10, 2018 per customers | | Reason given in 2018 | Expedia said it could not offer the best experience to bitcoin users | | Crypto through another site | Expedia Partner Solutions opened 700,000+ properties to Travala, a crypto travel site, in July 2020 | | Global Hotel Card by Expedia | Booked on globalhotelcard.com, not on expedia.com | | Payments outside the platform | Banned by Expedia Group's off-platform policy; such bookings get no benefits or support | | Same group | Hotels.com and Vrbo belong to Expedia Group too; we found no crypto method on either | ## Expedia in our crypto acceptance index | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Type | Booking site | | Accepts crypto directly | Stopped | | Payment processor | Coinbase | | Coins | BTC | | Conditions | Hotel bookings on Expedia.com | | Since | 2014-06-11 | | Until | 2018 | | Details | Expedia accepted bitcoin for hotel bookings through Coinbase from June 11, 2014. In 2018 a spokesperson confirmed the end and gave May 10, 2018 as the date. Customers reported the option gone from June 10, 2018. | | Checked on | October 12, 2026 (press) | | Crypto workaround | No Expedia gift card sold for crypto found. The Global Hotel Card by Expedia sold by crypto gift card resellers is booked on globalhotelcard.com, not on expedia.com. A card funded from crypto is the remaining route. | | Country | United States | Source: [news.Bitcoin.com: Expedia Drops Bitcoin Payments, Official Confirms (2018-06-30)](https://news.bitcoin.com/expedia-drops-bitcoin-payments-official-confirms/) Row of our [crypto acceptance index](https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/). Expedia's help page on stay payments, read on October 13, 2026, names no crypto method. ## Does Expedia accept bitcoin in 2026? No. Bitcoin has not been an Expedia payment method since 2018, and we found no newer crypto option. On October 13, 2026, Expedia's help page on payment options for stays named no crypto method. For Pay now, it says only that different forms of payment are available at checkout. We did not find any announcement of a return of crypto payments in the press either. Articles that still say "Expedia accepts bitcoin" usually date from 2014 to 2017. Check the date before you trust one. ## When did Expedia accept bitcoin, and when did it stop? The dated steps, from the press reports listed in the sources. | Date | What happened | | --- | --- | | June 11, 2014 | Expedia starts taking bitcoin for hotel bookings in the US, processed by Coinbase | | May 10, 2018 | End date given later by an Expedia spokesperson | | June 10, 2018 | Date from which customers reported the option gone | | June 30, 2018 | An Expedia spokesperson confirms to the press that bitcoin is no longer supported | | July 2020 | Travala, a crypto travel site, adds 700,000+ properties from Expedia Partner Solutions | | October 12, 2026 | Our check: no crypto method on Expedia | Sources disagree on the exact end date: we show both dates instead of choosing one. ## Why did Expedia stop accepting bitcoin? Expedia gave one short reason. Its spokesperson said the company could not offer the best experience to customers paying with bitcoin, and that it would keep looking at payment options. Forum comments quoted by news.Bitcoin.com linked the end to changes in the services Coinbase offered to merchants. That is a guess reported by the press, not an Expedia statement. ## Can I pay for Expedia with the Global Hotel Card by Expedia? No. This card is sold for crypto by gift card resellers, and its name suggests Expedia, but it is booked on its own website. On October 12, 2026, the reseller's product page said that stays are booked online only at globalhotelcard.com. The US card works only in the United States. An older reseller guide from August 2022 described redeeming it at Expedia checkout. The current product page says otherwise, and a buyer review on it warns that the card is not for expedia.com. We found no Expedia gift card sold for crypto for use on expedia.com itself. ## Can I pay for Expedia with a crypto card? Probably, because Expedia sees a normal Visa or Mastercard. A crypto card sells your coins at the moment of payment. It is the only route we found that pays expedia.com from crypto. Refunds are the weak point. If the hotel cancels or you cancel a refundable rate, the money goes back to the card in dollars or euros, not in crypto. Card issuers also add conversion costs and usually check your ID before they issue a card. Paying in crypto may be a taxable event in your country. Check local rules. ## Can a hotel I found on Expedia ask me to pay in crypto? Not for the booking itself. Expedia Group's Off-Platform Booking Policy applies to any vacation rental or hotel booked on any Expedia Group brand. It forbids asking, encouraging or agreeing to move a reservation or a payment off the platform. The policy allows hotels to collect some charges directly, such as incidentals, and taxes where the law requires it. A booking moved off the platform loses Expedia's benefits and support. If a host or hotel asks you for a crypto payment instead of the booking on Expedia, contact Expedia support. ## How do I book a hotel with bitcoin instead? Use **StaySats**, which takes bitcoin and five other coins directly. Top up from $25; BTC is credited after 2 confirmations. Then search a city and pick a room. At checkout, the total is held on your balance. We book the room on request and confirm the final total with the hotel. Your balance is charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued. If we can't confirm, the amount is released at once. If the hotel can't host you, you choose USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or balance credit. That is a refund in stablecoins, not in card money. Details: [pay for a hotel with bitcoin](https://staysats.com/pay/bitcoin/), [refunds](https://staysats.com/refunds/) and [how it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/). ## Expedia and crypto: questions ### When did Expedia stop accepting bitcoin? In 2018. An Expedia spokesperson told the press that bitcoin was no longer supported as of May 10, 2018. Customers reported that the option disappeared on June 10, 2018. Expedia had accepted bitcoin for hotel bookings since June 11, 2014, through Coinbase. ### Why do some articles still say Expedia accepts bitcoin? Because many were written between 2014 and 2017, when Expedia took bitcoin for hotel bookings through Coinbase. The option ended in 2018. Check the date of any article, and look for a link to an Expedia page. As of October 12, 2026, we found no crypto method on Expedia. ### Will Expedia accept crypto again? We found no announcement as of October 12, 2026. Expedia said in 2018 that it would keep evaluating payment options. We review this row every month in our [acceptance index](https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/) and change it only on an official announcement or a working option at checkout. ### Can you book Expedia without a credit card? It depends on the option. Pay now charges the full price at booking. Expedia's help pages say Reserve now, pay later needs a card, charged on a set date. Some hotels offer book now, pay later: you pay them at check-in or check-out. They may hold a card or take an early deposit. More: [booking without a credit card](https://staysats.com/book-hotel-without-credit-card/). ### Can I book Expedia hotels with crypto on Travala? Travala, a separate crypto travel site, added more than 700,000 properties from Expedia Partner Solutions in July 2020. A booking made there follows Travala's checkout and refund rules, not Expedia's. We did not check whether this supply deal still runs. Travala signed a similar deal in 2019 for [Booking.com listings](https://staysats.com/does/booking-com-accept-crypto/). For other crypto hotel sites, see [alternatives to Travala](https://staysats.com/travala-alternative/). ### Does Hotels.com accept crypto, since it belongs to Expedia Group? No. We found no crypto method on Hotels.com either, and its pages showed a bot check to our browser on October 12, 2026. A Hotels.com USD gift card bought with crypto works on the Hotels.com US site for Pay Now bookings. Details and limits: [does Hotels.com accept crypto?](https://staysats.com/does/hotels-com-accept-crypto/) ### What is the Global Hotel Card by Expedia, then? A hotel gift card sold by crypto gift card resellers and booked on its own website, globalhotelcard.com. The reseller's US page lists cards from $50 to $500 and allows up to 4 cards per reservation. Buy it only if you plan to book on that site, and read its cancellation rules first. ### Does StaySats refund in crypto? Yes, when the hotel is at fault. If the hotel can't host you, you get 100% of the stay back. You choose USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or balance credit. If you cancel a refundable rate, the hotel's refund goes back to your balance. [Refunds](https://staysats.com/refunds/). > **Disclosure** We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto. Our offer is included and marked. The Expedia facts on this page come from the dated sources below. Written by the StaySats research desk (TravelGoat LLC). Named reviewers will be listed here when appointed. ## Sources 1. [Expedia Drops Bitcoin Payments, Official Confirms](https://news.bitcoin.com/expedia-drops-bitcoin-payments-official-confirms/) — news.Bitcoin.com, June 30, 2018 (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [Expedia ditches bitcoin payments](https://travelmole.com/news/expedia-ditches-bitcoin-payments) — TravelMole, July 9, 2018 (checked 2026-10-12) 3. [Bitcoin Vacation: Expedia Now Accepts Cryptocurrency for Hotel Bookings](https://www.nbcnews.com/tech/innovation/bitcoin-vacation-expedia-now-accepts-cryptocurrency-hotel-bookings-n128351) — NBC News, June 11, 2014 (checked 2026-10-12) 4. [Expedia's 700,000+ Accommodations May Now be Booked with Crypto Payments via Travala.com](https://www.crowdfundinsider.com/2020/07/163675-expedias-700000-accommodations-may-now-be-booked-with-crypto-payments-via-travala-com/) — Crowdfund Insider, July 2020 (checked 2026-10-12) 5. [Global Hotel Card by Expedia (US)](https://www.bitrefill.com/us/en/gift-cards/global-hotel-card-usa/) — Bitrefill (checked 2026-10-12) 6. [How to Pay on Expedia with Bitcoin or Crypto](https://www.bitrefill.com/blog/pay-on-expedia-with-bitcoin-or-crypto/) — Bitrefill, August 1, 2022 (checked 2026-10-12) 7. [Payment options for your stay](https://www.expedia.com/helpcenter/?product=Stays&productId=lodging&articleId=16355) — Expedia Help Center (checked 2026-10-13) 8. [Reserve now, pay later for stays](https://www.expedia.com/helpcenter/?product=Stays&productId=lodging&articleId=40152) — Expedia Help Center (checked 2026-10-13) 9. [Off-Platform Booking Policy](https://www.vrbo.com/tlp/trust-and-safety/offline-booking-policy) — Vrbo (Expedia Group) (checked 2026-10-12) **Book a hotel with bitcoin today** BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL or LTC. The total is held, then charged only when the hotel confirms. [Search hotels](https://staysats.com/hotels/) · [See pricing](https://staysats.com/pricing/) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Does Hilton accept crypto, debit cards or cash at check-in? > Hilton security deposit: no group amount, but three US Hilton hotels publish $100 for extras. Release: 72 hours to 30 days. Debit cards yes, crypto no. - URL: https://staysats.com/does/hilton-accept-crypto/ - Last updated: 2026-10-13 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Hilton's own payment page lists Honors points, credit and debit cards, Be My Guest certificates and two Chinese wallets. No cryptocurrency appears. Here is what Hilton accepts, why a prepaid stay still meets a card hold, and what three Hilton hotels publish as their deposit. You will also see how to pay in crypto through a seller instead. **Quick answer — Does Hilton accept crypto, debit cards or cash?** No crypto, as of October 13, 2026. Hilton lists Honors points and credit or debit cards; cash is not named. The security deposit is a card hold for extras, possible even on a prepaid stay. Hilton sets no group amount; three US Hilton hotels we read name $100. Hilton says 72 hours; one hotel says up to 30 days. ## Hilton and crypto at a glance (checked October 13, 2026) | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Accepts crypto? | No | | Payment methods Hilton lists | Hilton Honors points; major credit or debit cards; Be My Guest certificates after check-in; WeChat Pay and Alipay in China | | To guarantee a booking | A credit or debit card number | | Charged at booking | Only for Advance Purchase rates, deposits and late cancellations | | Name rule | The paying card must match the name on the reservation | | Hold at check-in | May apply even when the stay is prepaid | | Deposit amount | No group-wide figure. Three US hotels we read: at least $100 a night (DoubleTree Crystal City), $100 a day up to $700 (Hilton Minneapolis), $100 (Hilton Americas-Houston) | | Hold released | Hilton: within 72 hours of check-out, or later depending on the card provider. The 3 hotels we read: up to 5 or 10 business days, or 30 days | | Minimum age to register | Varies by hotel; listed in each hotel's policies | ## Hilton in our crypto acceptance index | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Type | Hotel group | | Accepts crypto directly | No | | Details | Hilton's payment help page lists Hilton Honors points and major credit or debit cards. Be My Guest certificates work once checked in, and hotels in China take WeChat Pay and Alipay. No crypto. | | Checked on | October 12, 2026 (official website) | | Deposit at check-in | Even after paying in advance, the hotel may hold your card at check-in for incidentals such as tips, food and drink and parking. The hold is released within 72 hours of check-out, or later depending on the card provider. | | ID at check-in | No group-wide ID rule is published. The minimum age to register varies by hotel and is listed in each hotel's policies. The card used to pay must match the name on the reservation. | | Country | United States | Source: [Hilton Help Center: Payment for Hilton reservations](https://www.hilton.com/en/help-center/reservations/payment-for-hilton-reservations/) ## Which payment methods does Hilton list? Four kinds, and no crypto. Hilton's help article "Payment for Hilton reservations", read on October 13, 2026, names: - **Hilton Honors points**, at all hotels, online and by phone. - **Major credit or debit cards**. - **Be My Guest certificates**, once you have checked in, except at Small Luxury Hotels (SLH) properties. - **WeChat Pay and Alipay**, at hotels in China. Hilton's separate payment FAQ adds that accepted payment types can vary by location. ## How much is the Hilton security deposit? Hilton's group help pages name no fixed amount, as of October 13, 2026. The deposit is a hold on your card for extras. Hilton's payment FAQ asks this exact question: "I paid in advance for my stay. Why do I need a credit card to check in?" The answer: the hotel may hold your card for tips, food and drink, parking and other charges. Each hotel sets its own figure, and some print it in the policies of their Hilton.com page. The table below shows three of them. At check-out you settle the bill, and Hilton says the hold is released within 72 hours. Some card providers take longer. Paying ahead with StaySats does not remove the hotel's incidental deposit at check-in. If you have no credit card, read our [check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/) table first. ## Which Hilton hotels publish a security deposit amount? Three examples, read on each hotel's own Hilton.com page on October 13, 2026. They are not a Hilton rule: each hotel sets its deposit and can change it. | Hotel (example) | Deposit published | Cards for the deposit | Release after check-out | Source | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | DoubleTree by Hilton Washington DC - Crystal City (Arlington, Virginia) | Room and tax, plus at least $100 a night for extras | Credit or debit card | Up to 10 business days, depending on your bank | [Hotel policies](https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/dcaaedt-doubletree-washington-dc-crystal-city/hotel-info/) | | Hilton Minneapolis (Minnesota) | Room and tax, plus $100 per room per day, up to $700 | Credit or debit card; prepaid cards not accepted | Up to 30 days, depending on your card company and bank | [Hotel policies](https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/mspmhhh-hilton-minneapolis/hotel-info/) | | Hilton Americas-Houston (Texas) | A $100 pre-authorization for possible extras | Credit card named; debit cards not mentioned | Up to 5 business days, depending on your bank | [Hotel policies](https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/houcvhh-hilton-americas-houston/amenities/) | The Crystal City hotel may approve more during your stay, based on your charges. Hilton Minneapolis says its deposit also covers possible damage. Ask your own hotel before you travel. ## How do I find the deposit of my Hilton hotel? Look at the hotel's own page on Hilton.com. Hilton's help center gives the path for hotel rules: open the hotel's website, then "All Policies" under "Hotel policies". The payment rules sit under "Our policies". Hilton's payment FAQ also sends you to each hotel's policies section to see which payment types it accepts. When no figure is printed there, call the hotel before you book. On a debit card, the hold blocks real money until your bank releases it. Keep the room total plus the deposit free in your account. ## Can I pay for someone else's Hilton room? Not with your own card at booking. Hilton says the card used for payment must match the name on the reservation. Its example is direct: you can't use your card to pay for another guest's stay. This also matters for crypto cards. A crypto debit card in your name pays like any card, so it works only for your own stay. Your card provider may also ask you to confirm the payment with a code or app, as Hilton's payment FAQ explains. ## Is there a crypto workaround for Hilton? Not a direct one. On October 13, 2026, we found no Hilton gift card on Bitrefill, a gift card shop that takes crypto. Its travel list shows Best Western, Ritz-Carlton, Fairmont and Four Seasons cards, but not Hilton. The working route is a booking site that takes crypto and pays the hotel in local currency. Our [crypto acceptance index](https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/) lists which groups and sites accept crypto, with dates and sources. ## What ID does a Hilton hotel ask for? Hilton publishes no group-wide ID rule. Its hotel policies page says the minimum age to register varies by hotel, and points to the check-in policy of each hotel. The country's law sets the rest. A Hilton in Italy must report guests to the police within 24 hours. In the United Kingdom, every guest aged 16 or over gives a full name and nationality. Book in the exact name on your passport. Details by country: [hotel ID rules](https://staysats.com/hotel-id-rules/). ## How do I book a Hilton hotel with crypto through StaySats? Search your city on StaySats; if a Hilton-brand hotel is in the live results, check out with your balance. Results show the prices found live at that moment, so no hotel is promised in advance. Bookings are made on request: after checkout, we book the room with the hotel and confirm the final total. You pay StaySats in crypto, and we pay the hotel in local currency. The total is held on your balance and charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued. The front desk may still ask you for a card or cash deposit for extras. Steps and fees: [how it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/) and [pricing](https://staysats.com/pricing/). ## Search hotels you can pay in crypto Search hotels: https://staysats.com/app/hotels/search Prices found live for your dates; each booking is made on request. Hotel names and brands vary by date. ## Hilton and crypto: questions ### Does Hilton accept bitcoin? No. Hilton's payment help page, checked on October 13, 2026, lists Honors points, credit and debit cards and Be My Guest certificates. It adds WeChat Pay and Alipay in China, and no bitcoin. StaySats accepts BTC on-chain after 2 confirmations and pays the hotel in local currency. ### Can I pay Hilton with USDT or USDC? No. Hilton lists no stablecoin on any network. StaySats accepts USDT on Tron (TRC-20) or Ethereum (ERC-20), and USDC on Ethereum (ERC-20). Send USDT on TRC-20 only to the TRC-20 address shown: funds sent on another network may be lost. ### Does Hilton accept debit cards? Yes. Hilton accepts major credit and debit cards for stays booked online and by phone. Remember the hold at check-in: on a debit card it blocks real money. Hilton says the hold is released within 72 hours of check-out, though some providers take longer. ### How much is the Hilton deposit per night? Hilton sets no group figure, as of October 13, 2026: each hotel decides. DoubleTree Crystal City, near Washington, asks at least $100 a night on top of room and tax. Hilton Minneapolis asks $100 per room per day, up to $700. Check your hotel's policies page. ### Does Hilton accept prepaid cards for the deposit? It depends on the hotel. Hilton Minneapolis says prepaid cards are not accepted for its security deposit. Hilton's group payment pages name major credit and debit cards, and do not mention prepaid cards. Ask your hotel before you rely on one. ### Does Hilton accept Alipay or WeChat Pay? Yes, at hotels in China. Hilton's payment help page names WeChat Pay and Alipay there, in addition to Honors points and major credit or debit cards. These are mobile wallets that pay in local currency, not crypto payments. Outside China, plan on a card or Honors points. ### When does Hilton charge my card? It depends on the rate. Hilton charges the card at booking for Advance Purchase rates, bookings that need a deposit and cancellations after the deadline. With a flexible rate, Hilton charges you at check-out. A card hold for extras may apply at check-in either way. ### Can I use Hilton Honors points instead of a card? Yes, for the room. Hilton says you can pay for your stay with Honors points at all hotels, online and by phone. The hotel may still place a card hold for extras at check-in, so points do not replace the deposit. ### Does StaySats ask for a card at checkout? No. StaySats takes crypto only: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC. There is no card, no ID upload and no selfie at checkout. Your balance is held, not charged, until the hotel confirmation number is issued. The hotel checks your ID at check-in, as local law requires. > **Disclosure** We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto. Our offer is included and marked. Hilton is not our partner. Facts about Hilton come from its help center, its payment FAQ and three hotel pages on Hilton.com, read on October 13, 2026. Written by the StaySats research desk (TravelGoat LLC). Named reviewers will be listed here when appointed. ## Sources (checked October 13, 2026) 1. [Payment for Hilton reservations](https://www.hilton.com/en/help-center/reservations/payment-for-hilton-reservations/) — Hilton Help Center (checked 2026-10-13) 2. [Hilton Payment FAQs](https://www.hilton.com/en/hilton-honors/payment-security/) — Hilton (checked 2026-10-13) 3. [Hilton Hotel policies](https://www.hilton.com/en/help-center/hotel-information/hilton-hotel-policies/) — Hilton Help Center (checked 2026-10-13) 4. [Hotel information: Payment Policy](https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/dcaaedt-doubletree-washington-dc-crystal-city/hotel-info/) — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Washington DC - Crystal City (Hilton.com) (checked 2026-10-13) 5. [Hotel information: Incidentals Deposit Policy](https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/mspmhhh-hilton-minneapolis/hotel-info/) — Hilton Minneapolis (Hilton.com) (checked 2026-10-13) 6. [Amenities and policies: Additional Check-in/Check-out](https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/houcvhh-hilton-americas-houston/amenities/) — Hilton Americas-Houston (Hilton.com) (checked 2026-10-13) 7. [Travel gift cards](https://www.bitrefill.com/us/en/gift-cards/travel/) — Bitrefill (checked 2026-10-13) 8. [Alloggiati Web](https://alloggiatiweb.poliziadistato.it/PortaleAlloggiati/) — Polizia di Stato (Italy) (checked 2026-10-13) 9. [The Immigration (Hotel Records) Order 1972](https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1972/1689/made) — legislation.gov.uk (checked 2026-10-13) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Does Hotel Princess in Plochingen accept crypto? > Does Hotel Princess in Plochingen accept crypto? Yes: bitcoin for stays, Lightning at its bar, per its FAQ checked October 12, 2026. No cash, no reception. - URL: https://staysats.com/does/hotel-princess-plochingen-accept-crypto/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Yes. This small hotel near Stuttgart, Germany, now called PRINCESS No.3, says on its own FAQ that you can pay your stay in bitcoin. It runs without a classic reception, so the details matter. **Quick answer — Does Hotel Princess in Plochingen accept crypto?** Yes. As of October 12, 2026, the hotel's own FAQ says you can pay your overnight stay and drinks at its Satoshi Bar in bitcoin. The bar also takes bitcoin over Lightning. The hotel, at Widdumstr. 3 in 73207 Plochingen, Germany, now trades as PRINCESS No.3 and takes no cash. **StaySats** sells hotel bookings paid in crypto. ## Hotel Princess and crypto: the facts (checked October 12, 2026) | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Crypto accepted by the hotel itself | Yes: bitcoin, per its own FAQ (official website) | | What you can pay in bitcoin | Overnight stays and drinks at the Satoshi Bar | | Lightning Network | Offered at the Satoshi Bar, a 24/7 self-service bar | | Other methods on its booking page | Credit card, Giropay, PayPal, Google Pay | | At the self-check-in terminal | Credit card or Girocard (German debit card) | | Cash | Not accepted | | When you pay | As a rule, before arrival | | Reception | None: check-in, payment and room access happen online; the digital key comes by email | | Name and address | PRINCESS No.3 (formerly Hotel Princess), Widdumstr. 3, 73207 Plochingen, Germany | ## Hotel Princess in our crypto acceptance index | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Type | Hotel | | Accepts crypto directly | Yes | | Coins | BTC | | Conditions | Overnight stays and drinks at the Satoshi Bar; the bar also takes bitcoin over Lightning. | | Details | The hotel's FAQ says stays and Satoshi Bar drinks can be paid in bitcoin. It now trades as PRINCESS No.3 and has no classic reception. Cards, Giropay, PayPal and Google Pay work online; cash does not. | | Checked on | October 12, 2026 (official website) | | ID at check-in | There is no classic reception: check-in, payment and room access happen online, and the digital key arrives by email. Staff answer by phone or email and are on site at breakfast time. | | Country | Germany | Source: [PRINCESS No.3 (formerly Hotel Princess): FAQ](https://hotel-princess.de/faqs/) This row comes from our [Hotel & Booking-Site Crypto Acceptance Index](https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/), where every status has a date and a source. ## What does Hotel Princess say about bitcoin? Its FAQ, in German, says both your drinks at the Satoshi Bar and your overnight stay can be paid in bitcoin. For the bar, it adds a fast digital option: bitcoin over the Lightning Network. The bar is a self-service bar with chilled drinks, open 24 hours a day. The FAQ does not explain the steps for paying a room in bitcoin. Write to the hotel before you book, and ask for the payment address or invoice and the deadline. ## How does check-in work without a reception? Online. The hotel says it runs without a classic reception desk. Check-in, payment and access to your room happen online, and your digital key arrives by email. Payment is made before arrival as a rule. On the booking page you can pay by credit card, Giropay, PayPal or Google Pay. At the self-check-in terminal, a credit card or a Girocard works. Cash is not possible. ## What ID rules apply at a hotel in Germany? German law asks hotels to register foreign guests. Under Section 29 of the Federal Registration Act, foreign guests fill in a form on arrival. They sign it and show a valid passport. With the guest's consent, the hotel may collect the data electronically instead. The guest then confirms the data on arrival, for example with a card payment with strong authentication or an electronic ID. The hotel's FAQ does not describe its own method. Rules for other countries: [hotel ID rules](https://staysats.com/hotel-id-rules/). ## Can I book Hotel Princess through StaySats? Only when it appears in the live results for your dates, and we cannot promise it will. A StaySats booking is prepaid and made on request: you pay StaySats in crypto, and we pay the hotel in euros. The hotel's own bitcoin option is not used for the room. The total is held on your balance and charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued. You could still pay your Satoshi Bar drinks in bitcoin on site. See [how it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/) and [paying with bitcoin](https://staysats.com/pay/bitcoin/). ## Hotel Princess and crypto: questions ### Is Hotel Princess the same as PRINCESS No.3? Yes. The FAQ signs as "Princess No. 3 (formerly Hotel Princess)", at Widdumstr. 3 in 73207 Plochingen, Germany. Older articles and lists of bitcoin hotels use the old name. Our index keeps the old name in the row title so that both names lead here. ### Can I pay Hotel Princess with Lightning? At the Satoshi Bar, yes: the FAQ names bitcoin over the Lightning Network as a fast digital option there. For the room, the FAQ says bitcoin without naming Lightning. Ask the hotel which method it uses for a stay before you book. ### Can I pay Hotel Princess with USDT or other coins? The FAQ names bitcoin only. We found no mention of USDT, USDC or other coins. If you hold USDT, StaySats takes it on TRC-20 or ERC-20 and pays the hotel in euros, when the hotel is in our live results. ### Can I pay Hotel Princess in cash? No. The FAQ says cash payment is not possible. You pay before arrival, as a rule, by card, Giropay, PayPal or Google Pay online, or in bitcoin. The self-check-in terminal takes a credit card or a Girocard. ### Does Hotel Princess ask for a deposit? Its FAQ does not mention a deposit. Payment usually happens before arrival, which covers the room. Ask the hotel whether it holds a card for extras or damage, since there is no front desk to settle them at departure. ### Where is Hotel Princess? In Plochingen, a town on the Neckar river near Stuttgart, in the German state of Baden-Württemberg. The address is Widdumstr. 3, 73207 Plochingen. The hotel lists it in its FAQ as PRINCESS No.3. Paying in crypto may be a taxable event in your country. Check local rules. > **Disclosure** We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto. Our offer is included and marked. Hotel Princess is not our partner. Its rules are quoted from its own FAQ. Written by the StaySats research desk (TravelGoat LLC). Named reviewers will be listed here when appointed. ## Sources 1. [FAQs](https://hotel-princess.de/faqs/) — PRINCESS No.3 (formerly Hotel Princess) (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [Gesetz über das Meldewesen (Bundesmeldegesetz), Section 29](https://www.gesetze-im-internet.de/bmg/__29.html) — German Federal Ministry of Justice (checked 2026-10-12) **Book a hotel in crypto, wherever it stands** Search live prices for your dates. We pay the hotel in local currency; the total is held until the hotel confirms. [Search hotels](https://staysats.com/hotels/) · [How it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Does Hotels.com accept crypto? > Does Hotels.com accept crypto? No (checked October 12, 2026). How the Hotels.com gift card bought with crypto works, its 6 limits, and hotels paid in USDT. - URL: https://staysats.com/does/hotels-com-accept-crypto/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Hotels.com has no crypto checkout. A gift card bought with crypto does work, but only on the US site and only for some bookings. Here are the exact rules, then a direct way to pay a hotel in crypto. **Quick answer — Does Hotels.com accept crypto?** No. Hotels.com does not accept crypto at checkout, as far as we could check on October 12, 2026. The working route is a Hotels.com USD gift card bought with crypto from a reseller. It needs an account set to USD and a Pay Now booking on the US site. **StaySats** sells hotel bookings paid in crypto directly. ## Hotels.com and crypto: the facts (checked October 12, 2026) | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Crypto at Hotels.com checkout | No crypto method found; the reseller of its gift cards also says Hotels.com does not accept crypto | | Owner | Expedia Group, which also owns Expedia and Vrbo | | Gift card sold for crypto | Hotels.com USD card from $20 to $500, or a custom amount, paid in BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, LTC and other coins | | Where the card works | The Hotels.com US site, with an account set to USD; it books stays in about 200 countries and territories | | Bookings it pays | New hotel bookings paid in advance with Pay Now | | Bookings it can't pay | Pay at hotel, multi-product trips, phone or group bookings, existing bookings, and travel products other than hotels | | Cards per booking | One per online booking; several cards can be merged into one, up to $2,000 | | Lost or stolen card | Not replaced, per the card terms shown by the reseller | | Moving payment off the site | Banned by Expedia Group's off-platform policy, which covers every Expedia Group brand | ## Hotels.com in our crypto acceptance index | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Type | Booking site | | Accepts crypto directly | No | | Details | No crypto payment method found. Hotels.com pages showed a bot check to our browser on October 12, 2026; the gift card reseller's page states that Hotels.com does not accept crypto. | | Checked on | October 12, 2026 (third party) | | Crypto workaround | Hotels.com USD gift card bought with crypto. It works on the U.S. site with an account set to USD, for new Pay Now hotel bookings only. Not for Pay at hotel, multi-product trips, phone or existing bookings; one card per online booking (cards can be merged up to $2,000). | | Country | United States | Source: [Bitrefill: Hotels.com USD gift card](https://www.bitrefill.com/us/en/gift-cards/hotels_com-usa/) Row of our [crypto acceptance index](https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/). Hotels.com pages showed a bot check to our browser on October 12, 2026; the status rests on the gift card reseller's page and our searches. ## Can I pay for Hotels.com with bitcoin or USDT? Not directly. We found no crypto payment method on Hotels.com and no announcement of one. Hotels.com pages showed a bot check to our browser on October 12, 2026, so we could not read its payment list ourselves. The reseller that sells Hotels.com gift cards for crypto states on its product page that Hotels.com does not accept crypto. Hotels.com belongs to Expedia Group. Expedia, the group's flagship site, accepted bitcoin from 2014 to 2018, but only for hotels booked on Expedia.com: see [does Expedia accept crypto?](https://staysats.com/does/expedia-accept-crypto/) Booking.com, outside Expedia Group, takes no crypto either: see [what Booking.com accepts](https://staysats.com/does/booking-com-accept-crypto/). ## How do I pay for Hotels.com with a gift card bought with crypto? The route that works on the Hotels.com US site, as described on the reseller's product page on October 12, 2026. 1. **Buy the card** — Choose the Hotels.com USD card at a crypto gift card reseller, pick an amount and pay in BTC, USDT, USDC or another listed coin. 2. **Use a USD account** — Sign in to Hotels.com with an account set to the USD region. The card does not work on accounts set to other currencies. 3. **Pick a Pay Now rate** — Choose a hotel and select Pay Now. The card can't pay a Pay at hotel booking. 4. **Enter the code** — Redeem one card per online booking. Pay any difference with a credit or debit card. ## What are the limits of the Hotels.com gift card route? Six limits, from the card terms shown on the reseller's page: 1. **US site, USD account.** The card is redeemed on the Hotels.com US site. A buyer review says the gift card option was missing on the French site. 2. **Pay Now only.** The hotel must be paid in advance online. Pay at hotel is excluded. 3. **New bookings only.** It can't pay a booking you made before you had the card. 4. **Hotels only.** No multi-product trips and no other travel products. 5. **One card per booking.** You can merge several cards into one card, up to $2,000. 6. **No replacement.** A lost or stolen card is not replaced, and the card is not refundable. If the booking costs more than the card, you pay the rest with a card. On a refundable rate, check how the hotel's refund comes back before you book. Compare this route with a hotel booked in crypto: [gift cards or a crypto hotel booking](https://staysats.com/bitrefill-gift-cards-vs-hotel-booking/). ## Can I use a crypto card on Hotels.com? Yes, as a normal Visa or Mastercard, if the card is accepted for your booking. A card funded from crypto converts your coins when you pay, so Hotels.com sees dollars or euros. The Pay Now and Pay at hotel choice matters here too. With Pay at hotel, the property charges your card when you arrive, and a crypto card may not be accepted for a deposit hold. The card issuer adds its own costs and usually checks your ID. Paying in crypto may be a taxable event in your country. Check local rules. ## Why book the hotel with StaySats instead? Because you pay the hotel booking in crypto directly, with no gift card and no account region to match. **StaySats** takes BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on Tron (TRC-20) or Ethereum (ERC-20). The minimum top-up is $25, and unused balance never expires. Prices are found live for your dates, as the total of the stay in US dollars. Taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them. The total is held at checkout. We then book the room on request and confirm the final total with the hotel. Your balance is charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued. You can top up an amount close to the price of your stay, so you don't keep leftover gift card balance. Read the [pricing](https://staysats.com/pricing/) rules and [how it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/). Other crypto hotel sites are compared in [crypto hotel booking sites, side by side](https://staysats.com/best-crypto-hotel-booking-sites/). ## Hotels.com and crypto: questions ### Can I use a Hotels.com gift card outside the US? The reseller's USD card is redeemed on the Hotels.com US site, with an account set to the USD region. It books hotels in about 200 countries and territories, so the hotel can be anywhere. A buyer review notes that the gift card option was missing on the French site. ### Can I use a Hotels.com gift card for Pay at hotel? No. The card terms shown by the reseller say the booking must be paid in advance by selecting Pay Now. Bookings paid at the hotel, or with the Pay at hotel option online, are excluded. Multi-product trips and phone bookings are excluded too. ### Can I combine several Hotels.com gift cards? Only one gift card can be redeemed per online booking. The terms allow you to merge several cards into one card with a maximum value of $2,000, through the balance transfer page. Pay any amount above the card balance with a credit or debit card. ### Does a Hotels.com gift card bought with crypto cost more? The reseller showed the face values without a separate fee on October 12, 2026; the price is shown in your local currency. Your wallet and the blockchain network still charge their own fee for the crypto payment. Check the final total in the reseller's checkout. ### Can I pay a Hotels.com hotel in crypto at the desk? Not for the booking. Expedia Group's off-platform policy bans moving a reservation or its payment off the platform. Hotels may collect incidentals directly. If you want to pay a hotel stay in crypto, book it with a seller that takes crypto. ### Do I need an account on StaySats? An account number is created at your first top-up, with no email needed. We ask for the lead guest's name and an email address for the booking, with no ID upload and no selfie. The hotel checks your ID at check-in, as local law requires. > **Disclosure** We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto. Our offer is included and marked. We compete with Hotels.com and with gift card resellers for crypto holders; each fact here has its source below. Written by the StaySats research desk (TravelGoat LLC). Named reviewers will be listed here when appointed. ## Sources 1. [Hotels.com USD gift card](https://www.bitrefill.com/us/en/gift-cards/hotels_com-usa/) — Bitrefill (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [Travel gift cards](https://www.bitrefill.com/us/en/gift-cards/travel/) — Bitrefill (checked 2026-10-12) 3. [Off-Platform Booking Policy](https://www.vrbo.com/tlp/trust-and-safety/offline-booking-policy) — Vrbo (Expedia Group) (checked 2026-10-12) 4. [Expedia Drops Bitcoin Payments, Official Confirms](https://news.bitcoin.com/expedia-drops-bitcoin-payments-official-confirms/) — news.Bitcoin.com, June 30, 2018 (checked 2026-10-12) **No gift card needed: pay the hotel in crypto** Top up from $25. Nothing is charged until the hotel confirms. [Search hotels](https://staysats.com/hotels/) · [How it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Does IHG accept crypto, debit cards or cash at check-in? > IHG asks for a credit card to secure a booking; each Holiday Inn or InterContinental sets deposits, debit cards and cash. No crypto (checked October 12, 2026). - URL: https://staysats.com/does/ihg-accept-crypto/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) IHG Hotels & Resorts, the group behind Holiday Inn, Crowne Plaza, InterContinental and Kimpton, names no cryptocurrency on its customer care pages. It asks for a credit card to secure a booking. Here is why, what each hotel decides on its own, and how to pay for an IHG-brand stay in crypto through a seller. **Quick answer — Does IHG accept crypto, debit cards or cash?** No crypto, as of October 12, 2026: IHG's customer care FAQ names no coin. It asks for a credit card to secure a booking, which makes it eligible for its Reservations Guarantee. Debit cards, cash and deposits are left to each hotel, since most IHG hotels are independently owned. **StaySats** can prepay the room in crypto. ## IHG and crypto at a glance (checked October 12, 2026) | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Accepts crypto? | No | | What the FAQ asks | A credit card to secure a reservation | | Why a card | It makes the booking eligible for the IHG Reservations Guarantee | | Reservations Guarantee | If the hotel can't honor the booking: another comparable hotel, transport there and the first night paid | | Points | IHG One Rewards points can pay for Reward Nights | | Someone else pays | A payment card authorization form, sent to the hotel at least 3 days before check-in | | Deposit at check-in | No group-wide rule in the FAQ; set by each hotel | | Ownership | IHG says most of its hotels are independently owned and operated | ## IHG in our crypto acceptance index | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Type | Hotel group | | Accepts crypto directly | No | | Details | IHG's customer care FAQ names no crypto. It asks for a credit card to secure a reservation, which makes the booking eligible for its Reservations Guarantee. | | Checked on | October 12, 2026 (official website) | | Deposit at check-in | IHG's FAQ gives no group-wide deposit rule; deposits and accepted cards are set by each hotel. Someone else paying for your room uses a hotel payment card authorization form, sent at least 3 days before check-in. | | Country | United Kingdom | Source: [IHG Customer Care: Frequently asked questions](https://www.ihg.com/content/us/en/customer-care/frequently-asked-questions) ## Why does IHG ask for a credit card? To back its Reservations Guarantee. IHG's FAQ answers "Why is a credit card required for reservations?" this way: a booking secured with a credit card is eligible for the guarantee. If the hotel cannot honor your booking, the host hotel finds you a room at a comparable hotel nearby and pays the transport there. It also pays the first night, plus tax, and refunds any advance deposit. No IHG page we read offers crypto, cash or a bank transfer at online checkout. ## What can you use instead of a card with IHG? Points, or someone else's card. IHG One Rewards members can book Reward Nights with points on the website, in the app or by phone. A Reward Night can also be booked for another person, by adding their name to the reservation. If a friend pays, IHG hotels use a payment card authorization form. The example we read, from a Kimpton hotel in New Orleans, asks for the form at least 3 days before check-in. It covers room and tax, incidentals or other charges, as the cardholder chooses. ## What deposit will a Holiday Inn or InterContinental ask for? That depends on the hotel. IHG's FAQ gives no group-wide deposit rule, and IHG states that most of its hotels are independently owned and operated. So a Holiday Inn in one city may take a debit card, while another asks for a credit card only. Ask the hotel by email before you arrive: the amount, whether a debit card or cash works, and when the hold is released. Paying ahead with StaySats does not remove the hotel's incidental deposit at check-in. Our [check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/) table compares the published rules of 10 groups. ## What ID does an IHG hotel ask for? IHG publishes no group-wide ID rule, so the hotel and the local law decide. In China, the hotel registers foreign guests and sends the data to the police. In Thailand, the hotel notifies immigration within 24 hours of a foreign guest's arrival. Bring the passport that matches your booking name. Country by country: [hotel ID rules](https://staysats.com/hotel-id-rules/). ## Is there an IHG gift card you can buy with crypto? We found none for the whole group. On October 12, 2026, Bitrefill's travel list showed no IHG gift card valid across its brands. Gift cards also do not solve the credit card that IHG asks for at booking. A booking site that takes crypto is the simpler route. Our [crypto acceptance index](https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/) lists which groups and sites accept crypto, with a date and a source on every row. ## How do I book an IHG hotel with crypto through StaySats? Search your city on StaySats; when a Holiday Inn, Crowne Plaza or other IHG hotel appears in the live results, check out with your balance. Results show the prices found live for your dates, so no hotel is promised in advance. We then book the room on request and confirm the final total with the hotel. You pay StaySats in crypto, and we pay the hotel in local currency. Our refund rule: if the hotel can't host you, you get 100% of the stay back: in USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or as balance credit if you choose it. A third-party booking may not earn IHG One Rewards points, so check with IHG if points matter to you. Steps: [how it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/). ## Search hotels you can pay in crypto Search hotels: https://staysats.com/app/hotels/search Prices found live for your dates; we book each room on request. Hotel names and brands vary by date. ## IHG and crypto: questions ### Does Holiday Inn accept bitcoin? No. Holiday Inn belongs to IHG. Its customer care FAQ names no cryptocurrency and asks for a credit card to secure a reservation (checked October 12, 2026). StaySats accepts BTC after 2 confirmations and can book a Holiday Inn when one appears in our live results. ### Can I pay an InterContinental hotel in USDT? Not directly. InterContinental follows IHG's booking rules, which list no stablecoin. Through StaySats, you can pay in USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20, or USDC on ERC-20, when the hotel is in our live results. The total is held until the hotel confirms. ### Can I book IHG without a credit card? Rarely online. IHG's FAQ asks for a credit card to secure a reservation. You can use IHG One Rewards points for a Reward Night, or let someone pay with a card authorization form. With StaySats, you prepay in crypto, with no card at our checkout. ### What is the IHG Reservations Guarantee? A promise for bookings secured with a credit card. If the hotel cannot honor the reservation, it provides a room at a comparable hotel nearby and transport there. It also pays the first night's rate plus tax and refunds any advance deposit. ### Does IHG accept cash at check-in? Some hotels do, but IHG publishes no group rule. Most IHG hotels are independently owned and operated, so the front desk sets its own deposit and cash policy. Ask the hotel by email before you travel, and keep the written answer. ### Will a Holiday Inn ask for a deposit if I prepaid in crypto? It may. A prepaid room removes the room charge, not the deposit for extras. IHG leaves the deposit to each hotel. StaySats prepays the room and charges your balance only when the hotel confirmation number is issued. The deposit for extras stays between you and the hotel. ### Is StaySats an IHG partner? No. StaySats is not affiliated with IHG Hotels & Resorts. Our search shows the prices found live for your dates, so you can book an IHG hotel only when it appears there. Each booking is made on request, with the hotel. We pay the hotel in local currency; you pay us in crypto. > **Disclosure** We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto. Our offer is included and marked. IHG is not our partner. Facts about IHG come from its customer care FAQ and a hotel's payment form on ihg.com, read on October 12, 2026. Written by the StaySats research desk (TravelGoat LLC). Named reviewers will be listed here when appointed. ## Sources (checked October 12, 2026) 1. [Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.ihg.com/content/us/en/customer-care/frequently-asked-questions) — IHG Customer Care (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [Payment Card Authorization Form (Kimpton Hotel Fontenot)](https://www.ihg.com/hotels/us/en/reservation/forms/creditcardauthorization?mnemonic=MSYPS) — IHG (checked 2026-10-12) 3. [Travel gift cards](https://www.bitrefill.com/us/en/gift-cards/travel/) — Bitrefill (checked 2026-10-12) 4. [Regulations on Filing Accommodation Registration for Foreigners](https://en.nia.gov.cn/n147423/n147478/n147715/c158241/content.html) — National Immigration Administration (China) (checked 2026-10-12) 5. [The notification of residence of foreign nationals within 24 hours](https://osos.boi.go.th/EN/faq-group/35/The-notification-of-residence-of-foreign-nationals-within-24/) — Thailand Board of Investment (checked 2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Does The Kessler Collection accept crypto? > Does The Kessler Collection accept crypto? Yes: BitPay at check-out, 12 coins, no USDT (checked October 12, 2026). Since 2021, which hotels, how to pay. - URL: https://staysats.com/does/kessler-collection-accept-crypto/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Yes. This US luxury hotel group takes crypto through BitPay, and says so on its own website. Here is how the payment works, which coins it lists, which hotels were named, and what to check before you rely on it. **Quick answer — Does The Kessler Collection accept crypto?** Yes. As of October 12, 2026, The Kessler Collection's own BitPay page invites guests to pay in crypto: you tell the front desk at check-out. It lists 12 coins, including BTC, ETH and USDC, but not USDT. The press reported the start in March 2021, at its 8 corporate-owned US hotels. **StaySats** sells hotel bookings paid in crypto. ## The Kessler Collection and crypto: the facts (checked October 12, 2026) | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Crypto accepted by the group itself | Yes, per its own page "Pay with BitPay" (official website) | | Payment processor | BitPay | | How to pay | Tell a front desk agent at check-out that you want to pay with BitPay | | Coins listed | BTC, BCH, DOGE, ETH, LTC, SHIB, WBTC, plus five stablecoins: BUSD, DAI, GUSD, USDC, USDP | | USDT | Not on the list | | Start | Announced in March 2021, effective at once, at the 8 corporate-owned hotels | | How it worked in 2021 | Each hotel emailed an invoice, paid from the guest's wallet through BitPay | | Hotels named in 2021 | Beaver Creek Lodge, Casa Monica Resort & Spa, Elliot Park Hotel, Grand Bohemian Asheville, Charlotte and Greenville, Mansion on Forsyth Park, JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District | | Deposit and ID rules | Not stated on the BitPay page: ask the hotel | ## The Kessler Collection in our crypto acceptance index | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Type | Hotel group | | Accepts crypto directly | Yes | | Payment processor | BitPay | | Coins | BTC, BCH, ETH, DOGE, LTC, SHIB, WBTC, BUSD, DAI, GUSD, USDC, USDP | | Conditions | At check-out: tell the front desk you want to pay through BitPay. | | Since | 2021-03 | | Details | The group's BitPay page invites guests to tell the front desk at check-out that they want to pay in crypto. The press reported in March 2021 that its 8 corporate-owned hotels took crypto through BitPay. | | Checked on | October 12, 2026 (official website) | | Country | United States | Source: [The Kessler Collection: Pay with BitPay](https://www.kesslercollection.com/bitpay/) This row comes from our [Hotel & Booking-Site Crypto Acceptance Index](https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/), where every status has a date and a source. ## How do you pay a Kessler Collection hotel in crypto? At the end of your stay. The group's page "Pay with BitPay" asks guests to notify a front desk agent upon check-out. You then pay the bill from your own wallet through BitPay, a payment processor that converts the coins for the hotel. In March 2021, the trade press described the same flow in more detail. Each hotel emailed the guest an invoice, and the guest paid it from a crypto wallet. Ask the hotel how it sends the invoice today before you arrive. ## Which coins does The Kessler Collection accept? Twelve, per its BitPay page on October 12, 2026: - **Seven coins:** Bitcoin (BTC), Bitcoin Cash (BCH), Dogecoin (DOGE), Ethereum (ETH), Litecoin (LTC), Shiba Inu (SHIB) and Wrapped Bitcoin (WBTC). - **Five USD stablecoins:** BUSD, DAI, GUSD, USDC and USDP. USDT is not on the list. The page names no network for each coin, so check the BitPay invoice before you send. A payment sent on the wrong network may be lost. ## Which Kessler Collection hotels take crypto? The BitPay page presents crypto as an option of the whole collection, but it does not name each hotel. In March 2021, Lodging Magazine said all 8 corporate-owned hotels of the group would accept it. It listed these hotels: - Beaver Creek Lodge (Colorado) - Casa Monica Resort & Spa (St. Augustine, Florida) - Elliot Park Hotel (Minneapolis) - Grand Bohemian Hotel Asheville and Grand Bohemian Hotel Charlotte (North Carolina) - Grand Bohemian Greenville (South Carolina), then due to open in November 2021 - Mansion on Forsyth Park and JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District (Savannah, Georgia) Hotels can join or leave a group over time. Ask the hotel you book whether it still takes BitPay. ## Does this mean Marriott accepts crypto? No. The JW Marriott in Savannah carries a Marriott brand, but The Kessler Collection lists it among its own hotels. The crypto option comes from Kessler, the owner, not from Marriott. Marriott's own booking pages take no crypto: see [does Marriott accept crypto?](https://staysats.com/does/marriott-accept-crypto/) This is the limit of any group-level status. One hotel can take crypto at its desk while its brand does not, and the reverse can also happen. ## Can I book a Kessler Collection hotel through StaySats? Only when that hotel appears in the live results for your dates, and we cannot promise it will. A StaySats booking is prepaid in a different way, and made on request. You pay StaySats in crypto, and we pay the hotel in local currency, so Kessler's BitPay option is not used for the room. The total is held on your balance and charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued. Extras at the hotel are a separate bill, and you could still pay those with BitPay at check-out. See [how it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/) and [pricing](https://staysats.com/pricing/). ## The Kessler Collection and crypto: questions ### Can I pay The Kessler Collection with USDT? Not per its BitPay page. On October 12, 2026, the page listed USDC, DAI, GUSD, USDP and BUSD as stablecoins, but not USDT. If you hold USDT, you can swap it for USDC before your stay. Or book with StaySats, which takes USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20 and pays the hotel in local currency. ### Can I pay my Kessler room in bitcoin before I arrive? The current page describes payment at check-out only: you tell the front desk agent. In 2021, the press said each hotel emailed an invoice to pay through BitPay. Ask the hotel by email whether it can send a BitPay invoice in advance. ### Since when has The Kessler Collection accepted crypto? Since March 2021. Lodging Magazine reported on March 10, 2021 that the group's 8 corporate-owned hotels accepted crypto through BitPay, effective at once. At launch it named 4 coins and 4 stablecoins; the list now has 12. Its BitPay page was still online on October 12, 2026. ### Is Kessler's crypto payment a direct payment to the hotel? Yes, in our index it counts as direct acceptance. The hotel contracts BitPay, a payment processor, and the bill is settled at its own front desk. That differs from a crypto travel site, which takes your coins and pays the hotel in normal money. ### Will a Kessler hotel still ask for a card at check-in? Probably, but the BitPay page does not say. Most US hotels hold a card or take a cash deposit for extras at check-in. Ask the hotel before you arrive whether it accepts another form of deposit. ### Can I pay the deposit or extras in crypto at a Kessler hotel? Extras, likely yes: they are part of the bill you settle at check-out with BitPay. For a deposit at check-in, the page gives no rule. Ask the hotel in writing before your stay. ### Does paying a hotel in crypto have tax effects? It can. Spending crypto may count as a sale of the coins in your country. Paying in crypto may be a taxable event in your country. Check local rules, and keep the BitPay receipt with the date and the amount. > **Disclosure** We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto. Our offer is included and marked. The Kessler Collection is not our partner. Its crypto option is described from its own page and the 2021 trade press. Written by the StaySats research desk (TravelGoat LLC). Named reviewers will be listed here when appointed. ## Sources 1. [Pay with BitPay](https://www.kesslercollection.com/bitpay/) — The Kessler Collection (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [The Kessler Collection Partners with BitPay to Accept Bitcoin Payments from Guests](https://lodgingmagazine.com/the-kessler-collection-partners-with-bitpay-to-accept-bitcoin-payments-from-guests/) — Lodging Magazine, March 10, 2021 (checked 2026-10-12) **Book a hotel in crypto, wherever it stands** Search live prices for your dates. We pay the hotel in local currency; the total is held until the hotel confirms. [Search hotels](https://staysats.com/hotels/) · [How it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Does Marriott accept crypto, debit cards or cash at check-in? > Marriott incidental hold: set by each hotel, released at check-out; banks take 3 to 7 business days. Credit or debit card; no crypto (checked October 12, 2026). - URL: https://staysats.com/does/marriott-accept-crypto/ - Last updated: 2026-10-13 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Marriott International takes cards, Bonvoy points and its own gift cards, not bitcoin or stablecoins. Here is the dated answer and what Marriott asks at the front desk. You will also see how to pay for a Marriott-brand stay in crypto when one appears in our live search. **Quick answer — Does Marriott accept crypto, debit cards or cash?** No crypto, as of October 12, 2026: Marriott's help center has no article on it. A debit card works for the check-in hold, and its gift-stay rules name a cash deposit. The hold is released at check-out; banks then take 3 to 7 business days. **StaySats** can prepay a Marriott-brand room in crypto, not the hold. ## Marriott and crypto at a glance (checked October 12, 2026) | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Accepts crypto? | No | | What Marriott's help center shows | No result for "cryptocurrency" or "bitcoin" | | To guarantee a booking | A valid credit card | | Other ways to pay | Bonvoy points, Cash + Points, Marriott gift cards at the hotel, direct billing arranged with the hotel | | Hold at check-in | Room, taxes and a daily amount for extras, on a credit or debit card | | Cash deposit | Named in its rules for gift stays booked with points | | Hold released | At check-out; banks take 3 to 7 business days, foreign cards up to 30 | | Minimum check-in age | Set by each hotel; some accept guests from 18 | | Crypto workaround | Marriott US gift card sold for crypto on Bitrefill (United States only) | ## Marriott in our crypto acceptance index | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Type | Hotel group | | Accepts crypto directly | No | | Details | Marriott's help center has no article on crypto (searches for "cryptocurrency" and "bitcoin" return nothing). It asks for a valid credit card to guarantee a booking; Marriott gift cards and Bonvoy points can pay the bill at the hotel. | | Checked on | October 12, 2026 (official website) | | Crypto workaround | A Marriott US gift card bought with crypto on Bitrefill (works only in the United States). Marriott says a gift card cannot book or guarantee a reservation. It pays the final bill at a participating hotel, and a credit card is still asked for incidentals. | | Deposit at check-in | At check-in the hotel places a hold on a credit or debit card for the room, taxes and a daily incidental amount. Marriott's gift-stay rules mention a credit card or a cash deposit. The hold is released at check-out; banks take 3 to 7 business days, international cards up to 30 days. | | ID at check-in | Guests must meet standard check-in requirements: show valid identification and give a credit card or cash deposit for incidentals. The minimum check-in age is set by each hotel; some allow guests from 18. | | Country | United States | Source: [Marriott Help: How can I book a reservation using a Marriott gift card?](https://help.marriott.com/s/article/book-reservation-using-marriott-gift-card) ## What does Marriott's help center say about crypto? Nothing. On October 12, 2026, we searched Marriott's help center for "cryptocurrency" and "bitcoin": both searches returned no article. The payment articles name cards, Bonvoy points and Marriott gift cards only. Marriott's gift card article states the rule plainly: a valid credit card is required at the time of booking to guarantee your reservation. Bitrefill's own Marriott listing also says that Marriott does not accept crypto. ## What can you pay Marriott with instead? Cards first, then points and gift cards: - **Credit card** to guarantee the booking, and a credit or debit card for the hold at check-in. - **Marriott Bonvoy points**, alone or as Cash + Points. - **Marriott gift cards**, on arrival or at departure, at participating brands such as JW Marriott, Sheraton, Westin, Courtyard and Moxy. - **Direct billing**, which Marriott says you set up by contacting the hotel or resort directly. For someone else's stay, Marriott tells the payer to ask the hotel for a credit card authorization form. ## Can I buy a Marriott gift card with crypto? Yes, on Bitrefill, for use in the United States. The Marriott US card comes in preset values from $50 to $2,000, and the listing says it works only in the United States. Bitrefill takes bitcoin, Lightning, USDT, USDC and other coins for it. There are two catches. Marriott says a gift card cannot book or guarantee a reservation: it only pays the final bill at the hotel. And a valid credit card must still be provided at check-in for incidentals. Our [gift cards vs hotel booking](https://staysats.com/bitrefill-gift-cards-vs-hotel-booking/) page compares both routes. ## How much does Marriott hold on your credit card for incidentals? The room, the taxes and a daily amount for extras. Marriott's help article on incidental holds says the hotel places a temporary hold on your credit or debit card when you check in. You pay your final bill, not the full hold. Marriott releases the hold at check-out, but your bank decides when the money comes back. Most banks take 3 to 7 business days; cards from foreign banks can take up to 30 days. Marriott publishes no fixed amount: each hotel sets the daily figure. Paying ahead with StaySats does not remove the hotel's incidental deposit at check-in. Other groups compare on our [check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/) table. ## What ID does a Marriott hotel ask for? A valid ID, plus a credit card or a cash deposit for extras. That is how Marriott describes its standard check-in requirements, in its rules for stays gifted with Bonvoy points. The minimum check-in age is set by each hotel, depending on local law and hotel policy; some accept guests from 18. National law can add more: a Marriott hotel in Japan copies the passport of guests who live abroad. See [hotel ID rules by country](https://staysats.com/hotel-id-rules/). ## Does any Marriott-brand hotel take crypto? Possibly one, through its owner, not through Marriott. The Kessler Collection lists the JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District among its hotels. Kessler's own BitPay page invites guests at its hotels to ask the front desk at check-out to pay in crypto. That page does not name each hotel, so ask the Savannah hotel before you rely on it. This is an owner's choice; Marriott's own booking pages still take no crypto. ## How do I book a Marriott hotel with crypto through StaySats? Search the city on StaySats and look at the live results. When a Marriott-brand hotel appears, you can check out with your crypto balance. Each search shows the prices found live at that moment, so we never promise a given hotel. You pay the price found live for your dates, in US dollars, for the whole stay. Taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them; the final total is confirmed with the hotel before you are charged. After checkout, we book the room on request. Your balance is held, not charged, until the hotel confirmation number is issued, and we pay the hotel in local currency. Ask Marriott whether a stay booked through a third party earns Bonvoy points before you choose. See [how it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/). ## Search hotels you can pay in crypto Search hotels: https://staysats.com/app/hotels/search Prices found live for your dates. Bookings are made on request, and hotel names and brands vary by date. ## Marriott and crypto: questions ### Does Marriott accept bitcoin? No. As of October 12, 2026, Marriott's help center returns no article for "bitcoin" or "cryptocurrency". It asks for a valid credit card to guarantee a booking. To pay for a hotel in bitcoin, book through a seller that converts it. StaySats takes BTC after 2 confirmations, then holds the total until the hotel confirms. ### Does Marriott accept USDT? No, on no network. Marriott lists no stablecoin. StaySats accepts USDT on Tron (TRC-20) or Ethereum (ERC-20), and USDC on Ethereum. The total of your stay is held on your balance and charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued. ### Can I pay a Marriott hotel in cash? Sometimes, at the hotel. Marriott's rules for gifted award stays name a credit card or a cash deposit for incidentals at check-in. Online, Marriott still asks for a credit card to guarantee the booking. Ask the hotel directly whether it takes cash for the room and for the deposit. ### Does Marriott take debit cards at check-in? Yes, for the hold. Marriott's help center says the hotel places a temporary hold on your credit or debit card at check-in. With a debit card, that hold blocks real money; most banks release it 3 to 7 business days after check-out. ### Can I use a crypto card at Marriott? Yes, as a card. A crypto debit card converts your coins and pays like any Visa or Mastercard, so Marriott sees a card payment, not crypto. The hotel may place its hold on it like on any debit card. Check your card issuer's fees and limits first. ### Can I book the Ritz-Carlton or W Hotels with crypto? Only when they appear in a seller's live results. Marriott's own sites take no crypto for any brand. On StaySats, a Ritz-Carlton or W hotel can be booked in crypto when it appears in the live results for your dates. A Ritz-Carlton gift card is also sold for crypto on Bitrefill. ### Will a Marriott hotel check my passport if I paid in crypto? Yes, where the law or the hotel requires it. Marriott's standard check-in asks for valid identification, plus a credit card or a cash deposit for extras. StaySats asks for no ID upload and no selfie, but the hotel checks your ID at the desk, as local law requires. > **Disclosure** We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto. Our offer is included and marked. Marriott is not our partner. Facts about Marriott come from its own help center, read on October 12, 2026. Written by the StaySats research desk (TravelGoat LLC). Named reviewers will be listed here when appointed. ## Sources (checked October 12 and 13, 2026) 1. [How Can I Book a Reservation Using a Marriott Gift Card?](https://help.marriott.com/s/article/book-reservation-using-marriott-gift-card) — Marriott Help (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [What Is an Incidental Hold?](https://help.marriott.com/s/article/what-is-incidental-hold) — Marriott Help (checked 2026-10-13) 3. [Booking With Marriott Bonvoy Points for a Friend](https://help.marriott.com/s/article/book-marriott-points-for-friend) — Marriott Help (checked 2026-10-12) 4. [What Is the Minimum Age Required to Check In?](https://help.marriott.com/s/article/minimum-age-required-check-in) — Marriott Help (checked 2026-10-12) 5. [How Do I Set-Up Direct Billing for My Stay?](https://help.marriott.com/s/article/setup-direct-billing) — Marriott Help (checked 2026-10-12) 6. [How Do I Book a Room for Someone Else?](https://help.marriott.com/s/article/book-marriott-room-for-someone-else) — Marriott Help (checked 2026-10-12) 7. [Marriott US gift card](https://www.bitrefill.com/us/en/gift-cards/marriott-usa/) — Bitrefill (checked 2026-10-12) 8. [Pay with BitPay at Kessler Collection hotels](https://www.kesslercollection.com/bitpay/) — The Kessler Collection (checked 2026-10-12) 9. [The Kessler Collection (list of hotels)](https://www.kesslercollection.com/) — The Kessler Collection (checked 2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Does Minor Hotels accept crypto, debit cards or cash at check-in? > Anantara, Avani, NH and Oaks: Minor Hotels wants a credit card in your own name at booking and check-in. No crypto in its terms (checked October 12, 2026). - URL: https://staysats.com/does/minor-accept-crypto/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Minor Hotels runs Anantara, Avani, Elewana, Oaks, NH Hotels, NH Collection, nhow and Tivoli. Its booking terms, dated August 1, 2026, tie the booking, the card and your ID to one name. Here is what that means for a deposit, the special rules in Australia and New Zealand, and how to prepay a Minor-brand stay in crypto. **Quick answer — Does Minor Hotels accept crypto, debit cards or cash?** Not crypto: Minor's terms, dated August 1, 2026, name no coin. They require a valid credit card in your own name at booking, and the same card at check-in. It must match your passport or ID card. In Australia and New Zealand, cash is refused as a bond. **StaySats** can prepay the room in crypto, not the deposit. ## Minor Hotels payment rules at a glance (checked October 12, 2026) | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Crypto in Minor's terms | None: no coin is named | | Terms version | Dated August 1, 2026 | | Brands | Anantara, Avani, Elewana, Oaks, NH Hotels, NH Collection, nhow, Tivoli | | Card at booking | A valid credit card in your own name | | At check-in | The same card, matching your passport or government ID card | | Deposit for extras | A possible pre-authorization on the credit card, also for damage | | Lowering the hold | Not possible until the final bill at departure; your bank times the release | | Australia and New Zealand | $1 pre-authorization at check-in; release can take up to 10 working days | | Cash bond | Not accepted as a bond or deposit in Australia and New Zealand | | Card fees on site | None on Visa, Mastercard, EFTPOS or Amex in Australia since October 1, 2026; 2% to 3.35% in New Zealand | | Who may book | Adults under the law of the hotel's country; 18 or over in Australia and New Zealand | ## Minor Hotels in our crypto acceptance index | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Type | Hotel group | | Accepts crypto directly | No | | Details | Minor Hotels' booking terms (dated August 1, 2026) require a valid credit card in the guest's own name at booking. Card details go through an encrypting payment gateway. The terms name no crypto. | | Checked on | October 12, 2026 (official website) | | Deposit at check-in | The hotel may take a pre-authorization deposit on your credit card for incidentals, and the card used to book must be shown at check-in. Once made, the authorized amount cannot be lowered; your bank decides when it is released. For bookings in Australia, a $1 pre-authorization is taken at check-in. | | ID at check-in | On arrival you must show a valid passport or government-issued ID card, and the name on the booking card must match it. Only adults, as defined by the law of the hotel's country, may book. | | Country | Thailand | Source: [Minor Hotels: Terms and conditions](https://www.minorhotels.com/en/terms-and-conditions) ## What do Minor's booking terms say about payment? One name, one credit card. Minor's terms say a valid credit card is required at the time of booking. Minor will not accept a card that is not in your name: the card and the booking must carry the same name. On the website, a payment gateway collects and encrypts the card details. Prices shown in other currencies are an indication only; you pay the amount in your booking confirmation. On October 12, 2026, the terms named no cryptocurrency. ## Can someone else pay for your Anantara or NH room? Not with an online booking under Minor's own terms. The booking must be in the name of the person who checks in, and the card must be in that same name. At check-in, the card used for the booking must match the ID you show. So a parent or an employer cannot simply type their card for you on the website. If a third party sold the booking, its own terms may differ. Ask the hotel before anyone pays for you. ## What deposit does a Minor hotel take at check-in? A pre-authorization on your credit card, if the hotel decides to take one. Minor's terms say it covers incidental charges and any damage during your stay. Once taken, the amount cannot be released, removed or lowered until the final bill is processed at departure. After that, your bank decides when the money is free again. Paying ahead with StaySats does not remove the hotel's incidental deposit at check-in. Compare release times across groups on our [check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/) page. ## Do Oaks and other Minor hotels in Australia take cash? Not for the bond. The Australia and New Zealand section of Minor's terms says cash is not an acceptable form of bond or deposit. Hotels there may pre-authorize every credit card at check-in, with a $1 hold. Your bank controls the release, which may take up to 10 working days. Card fees changed recently. From October 1, 2026, Minor charges no card service fee on Visa, Mastercard, EFTPOS or Amex in Australia. In New Zealand, onsite card payments carry a fee from 2% to 3.35%, depending on the card. ## What ID does a Minor hotel ask for? A valid and current passport, or a government-issued ID card. Minor's terms add that the booking card must match that document. Only adults under the law of the hotel's country may book; in Australia and New Zealand, that means 18 or over. Children under that age must stay with a parent or another authorized guardian. National law adds its own register rules, such as the police report in Italy: see [hotel ID rules by country](https://staysats.com/hotel-id-rules/). ## How do I book a Minor hotel with crypto through StaySats? Search the city on StaySats. If an Anantara, Avani, NH or Oaks hotel is in the live results for your dates, you can pay from your crypto balance. No hotel is promised in advance. We book the room on request and confirm the final total with the hotel before you are charged. The total is held, not charged, until the hotel confirmation number is issued, and we pay the hotel in local currency. Hotels in Spain, including NH hotels there, are not available yet: see [where we can't sell hotels](https://staysats.com/where-we-cant-sell-hotels/). Bring a credit card in your name for the deposit. ## Search hotels you can pay in crypto Search hotels: https://staysats.com/app/hotels/search Prices found live for your dates. Bookings are made on request, and hotel names and brands vary by date. ## Minor Hotels, deposits and crypto: questions ### Does Anantara accept bitcoin? Not through Minor's booking terms, which name no coin as of October 12, 2026. A single hotel could still decide otherwise, so ask it directly. StaySats takes BTC after 2 confirmations and holds the total until the hotel confirms. ### Can I use a debit card at an NH or Avani hotel? Minor's general terms ask for a credit card at booking and at check-in. Debit cards appear only in the Australia and New Zealand fee rules. Ask the hotel before you rely on a debit card. ### Can Minor lower my pre-authorization during the stay? No. Its terms say the authorized amount cannot be released, removed or lowered until the final bill is processed at departure. Your bank then controls the release. ### How much is the hold at Oaks hotels in Australia? $1 at check-in, under the Australia and New Zealand section of Minor's terms. Your bank may take up to 10 working days to release it. Cash is not accepted as a bond. ### Can I pay a Minor hotel in USDT? Not with Minor. StaySats accepts USDT on Tron (TRC-20) or Ethereum (ERC-20), and USDC on Ethereum. When a Minor-brand hotel is in our live results, its total is held until the hotel confirms. ### Is StaySats a Minor Hotels partner? No. StaySats is not affiliated with Minor Hotels. We book each room on request, with the hotel. Minor has no say in this page. > **Disclosure** We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto. Our offer is included and marked. Minor Hotels is not our partner. Written by the StaySats research desk (TravelGoat LLC) from Minor's terms dated August 1, 2026, read on October 12, 2026. Named reviewers will be listed here when appointed. ## Sources (checked October 12, 2026) 1. [Terms and conditions (dated August 1, 2026)](https://www.minorhotels.com/en/terms-and-conditions) — Minor Hotels (checked 2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Does Radisson accept crypto, debit cards or cash at check-in? > Radisson hotels take only credit cards for the check-in pre-authorization, released up to 5 days after departure. No crypto payment (checked October 12, 2026). - URL: https://staysats.com/does/radisson-accept-crypto/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Radisson Hotel Group runs Radisson Collection, Radisson Blu, Radisson RED, Park Plaza and Park Inn by Radisson. Its FAQ has the clearest rule we found among large groups: only credit cards for the check-in pre-authorization. Here is how that hold works, why its gift card no longer helps, and how to prepay a Radisson stay in crypto. **Quick answer — Does Radisson accept crypto, debit cards or cash?** No crypto payment, as of October 12, 2026. Radisson's FAQ says participating hotels accept only credit cards for the pre-authorization at check-in. So a debit card or cash may not cover the hold. The amount depends on the hotel and your stay, and it is released up to five days after departure. **StaySats** prepays the room in crypto only. ## Radisson payment rules at a glance (checked October 12, 2026) | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Crypto payment in Radisson's FAQ | None | | Bitcoin on its website | Only as a display currency (XBT) in the currency menu, next to gold and silver | | Card to book online | A credit card number, for hotels that accept credit cards | | Check-in pre-authorization | Credit cards only, at participating hotels | | Amount held | Depends on the hotel and the length of the stay | | Hold released | Up to 5 days after departure | | Final bill | Can be paid with a different card | | No-show without cancelling | At least one night plus tax, on the card given at booking | | Minimum age to reserve | 21 at most hotels | | Rooms per online booking | Up to 9 | | Radisson gift card | Sold until May 1, 2020; usable until April 30, 2022; now expired | ## Does Radisson accept bitcoin or other crypto? Not as a payment. On October 12, 2026, Radisson's FAQ named no cryptocurrency. Its website does list "XBT Bitcoin" in the currency menu, next to gold and silver ounces. That menu only changes how prices are shown; we found no page that lets you pay in bitcoin. The dated status is in our [crypto acceptance index](https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/), with the other hotel groups. ## Why does a Radisson hotel pre-authorize your credit card? To make sure you can settle the final bill. Radisson explains that staff swipe your credit card at check-in to check that enough funds are available. The amount stays on hold for the whole stay and depends on the hotel and the length of your stay. No money is taken: the hold shows as a pending transaction. It can take up to five days after departure to be released. You can still pay the final bill with a different card. Paying ahead with StaySats does not remove the hotel's incidental deposit at check-in. ## Can you check in at a Radisson Blu with a debit card or cash? Plan on a credit card. The FAQ is direct: participating Radisson Hotel Group hotels only accept credit cards for pre-authorization. It does not mention cash or debit cards anywhere else. If you have no credit card, call the hotel before you book. The direct number is in your confirmation email and on the hotel page. Ask whether it makes an exception and get the answer in writing. Our [check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/) page lists groups with looser rules. ## Can you still use a Radisson gift card? No. The Radisson Hotels gift card was a prepaid card in euros or pounds sterling. It paid hotel charges at nearly 300 Radisson Collection, Radisson Blu, Park Inn by Radisson and Park Plaza hotels. Radisson's FAQ says gift cards are no longer sold since May 1, 2020. Valid cards could be redeemed until April 30, 2022; after that date, all cards expired. Voucher codes are a different thing: limited-time discounts, which cannot be bought. ## What does a late cancellation cost at Radisson? At least one night's room charge and tax, billed to the card you gave at booking. Radisson adds that cancellation policies vary by hotel, so you may owe more under the terms you accepted. The policy is shown before you confirm and repeated in the confirmation email. Most Radisson hotels welcome guests from 2:00 p.m. and ask for checkout by 12 p.m. Early check-in and late checkout depend on each hotel. ## Which group runs your Radisson hotel? Check before you rely on a rule. Choice Hotels' own FAQ lists Radisson, Radisson Blu, Radisson RED, Country Inn & Suites and Park Plaza among its brands. Its rules are covered on our [Choice Hotels page](https://staysats.com/does/choice-accept-crypto/). This page covers the FAQ on radissonhotels.com. Most hotels there set 21 as the minimum age to reserve a room. National law then decides what ID the desk records: see [hotel ID rules by country](https://staysats.com/hotel-id-rules/). ## How do I book a Radisson hotel with crypto through StaySats? Search the city on StaySats. If a Radisson-brand hotel is in the live results for your dates, check out with your crypto balance. Results change by date, so no hotel is promised. We book the room on request and confirm the final total with the hotel before you are charged. Your balance stays held, not charged, until the hotel confirmation number is issued. We pay the hotel in local currency. Bring a credit card for the pre-authorization, as the hotel asks for one. Steps: [how it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/). ## Search hotels you can pay in crypto Search hotels: https://staysats.com/app/hotels/search Prices found live for your dates. Bookings are made on request, and hotel names and brands vary by date. ## Radisson, deposits and crypto: questions ### Does Radisson accept bitcoin? No. Bitcoin appears on radissonhotels.com only as a display currency in the price menu. The FAQ names no crypto payment. To pay for a Radisson hotel in bitcoin, use a seller that converts it; StaySats takes BTC after 2 confirmations. ### How much does Radisson hold on my card? Radisson publishes no fixed figure. The amount depends on the hotel and the length of your stay, and the staff explain it at check-in. It shows as a pending transaction, not a charge. ### How long does a Radisson hold take to clear? Up to five days after your departure, according to Radisson's FAQ. Your bank may show the pending amount until then. ### Can I pay my Radisson bill with another card? Yes. Radisson says you can pay the final bill with a different card from the one pre-authorized at check-in. ### Can I pay a Radisson hotel in USDT? Not with Radisson. Its FAQ lists no stablecoin. StaySats accepts USDT on Tron (TRC-20) or Ethereum (ERC-20), and USDC on Ethereum. The total of the stay is held until the hotel confirms. ### Is StaySats a Radisson partner? No. StaySats is not affiliated with Radisson Hotel Group. We book each room on request, with the hotel. Radisson has no say in this page. > **Disclosure** We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto. Our offer is included and marked. Radisson is not our partner. Written by the StaySats research desk (TravelGoat LLC) from Radisson's own FAQ, read on October 12, 2026. Named reviewers will be listed here when appointed. ## Sources (checked October 12, 2026) 1. [Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/faq) — Radisson Hotels (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [FAQ's and Help (list of brands)](https://www.choicehotels.com/en-uk/support/faq) — Choice Hotels (checked 2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Does Trip.com accept crypto? > Does Trip.com accept crypto? USDT and USDC reported since October 9, 2025, in some markets only. Networks, fees seen and limits, checked October 12, 2026. - URL: https://staysats.com/does/trip-com-accept-crypto/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Trip.com is the only big booking site reported to take stablecoins at its own checkout. The option is real for some users, but Trip.com has not published it. Here is what is known, what is not, and how it compares. **Quick answer — Does Trip.com accept crypto?** Partly, per press reports, not officially. Trip.com has reportedly accepted USDT and USDC for prepaid bookings since October 9, 2025. The option depends on your IP address and appears in some markets only, not in mainland China. Its own payment-methods page, updated June 25, 2026, does not list stablecoins. **StaySats** sells hotel bookings paid in crypto. ## Trip.com and crypto: the facts (checked October 12, 2026) | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Status | Reported by the press; not confirmed on Trip.com's own pages | | Coins | USDT and USDC | | Start date | October 9, 2025, per a customer service agent quoted by the South China Morning Post | | Networks reported | Ethereum, TRON, Polygon, Solana, Arbitrum One, TON | | Payment processor reported | Triple-A, a payment firm based in Singapore | | Who sees the option | Some markets, decided by IP address; not mainland China; not seen in Hong Kong in December 2025 | | Bookings | Prepaid bookings on the international site | | Fees seen in a test in Vietnam | 1 USDT through an exchange QR payment (10 USDT minimum); 0, then 2.39 USDT, with a wallet | | Trip.com's payment-methods page | Cards, PayPal, Google Pay, Apple Pay, Trip Coins, gift cards and pay-later options; no stablecoin (June 25, 2026) | | Trip.com's comment | None: it did not answer the SCMP's request in December 2025 | ## Trip.com in our crypto acceptance index | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Type | Booking site | | Accepts crypto directly | Reported (not confirmed on the official website) | | Payment processor | Triple-A | | Coins | USDT, USDC | | Networks | Ethereum, TRON, Polygon, Solana, Arbitrum One, TON | | Conditions | Prepaid bookings on the international site, shown by IP address in some markets only. Not in mainland China, and not seen in Hong Kong by the SCMP in December 2025. | | Since | 2025-10-09 | | Details | Reported by the press from a customer service agent; Trip.com did not comment. Its payment-methods page (updated June 25, 2026) does not list stablecoins. The processor and the networks come from a test made in Vietnam and published by Foresight News. | | Checked on | October 12, 2026 (press) | | Country | Singapore | Source: [South China Morning Post via Yahoo Finance (2025-12-29)](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/trip-com-tests-stablecoin-payments-093000388.html) Row of our [crypto acceptance index](https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/). "Reported" means press reports only: Trip.com has not published the option, and we could not test it from our location. ## Does Trip.com accept USDT and USDC? Yes for some users, according to the press, but Trip.com has not announced it. On December 29, 2025, the South China Morning Post reported that Trip.com accepts USDT and USDC for prepaid bookings on its international platform. A customer service agent gave October 9, 2025 as the start date and said the option depends on the user's IP address. Trip.com did not respond to the newspaper. On October 12, 2026, we read its payment-methods help page, updated June 25, 2026. It listed cards, PayPal, Google Pay, Apple Pay, Trip Coins, gift cards and pay-later options. It did not mention stablecoins. That is why our index shows "reported", not "yes". The other booking sites in our index, such as [Booking.com](https://staysats.com/does/booking-com-accept-crypto/), take no crypto. ## Which networks and fees were reported for Trip.com? From a test made in Vietnam and published by Foresight News in December 2025. One tester, one country: treat these as examples, not rules. | Item | What was reported | | --- | --- | | Networks | Ethereum, TRON, Polygon, Solana, Arbitrum One, TON | | Processor | Triple-A, based in Singapore | | Fee with an exchange QR payment | 1 USDT, with a 10 USDT minimum transfer | | Fee with a self-custody wallet | 0 USDT on the first payment, 2.39 USDT on the second | | Price seen by the tester | About 18% below the Chinese sister site on a non-hotel booking; 2.35% below on a hotel | Prices differ by date, market and product. We did not repeat this test. ## Why can't I see the stablecoin option on Trip.com? Because the option is shown only to some users. The reports agree on four conditions: - **Your IP address.** Trip.com decides by IP whether to show stablecoins. Users in mainland China do not see it. The SCMP did not see it in Hong Kong in December 2025. - **Prepaid bookings.** The reports mention prepaid bookings only, so a pay-at-hotel rate should not show the option. - **The international site.** The option was reported on Trip.com, not on its Chinese sister site. - **App and site versions.** Trip.com's help page warns that supported payment channels may change with app or website updates. No public list of eligible countries exists. If you don't see the option at checkout, it is not offered to you. ## Trip.com or StaySats for a hotel paid in USDT? Same rows for both, as of October 2026. The Trip.com column comes from the press reports above. We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto: our column is marked "ours". | | Trip.com (as reported) | StaySats (ours) | | --- | --- | --- | | Crypto option | Reported by the press; not on its payment page | Crypto is the only way to pay | | Coins | USDT, USDC | BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC | | USDT networks | Ethereum, TRON, Polygon, Solana, Arbitrum One, TON | Tron (TRC-20), Ethereum (ERC-20) | | Who can use it | Some markets, by IP; not mainland China | Hotels in every country we sell; not in sanctioned countries; hotels in Spain not yet | | When your money is taken | At payment | Held at checkout; booked on request and charged when the hotel confirmation number is issued | | Hotel can't host you | Refund form not found | 100% back in USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or balance credit | | Products | Hotels and other travel products | Hotel bookings only | *Checked on October 12, 2026.* The Trip.com column may change without notice. Check the checkout before you pay. ## What should I check before paying Trip.com in stablecoins? Check the same four points as for any crypto payment: 1. **The network.** Send USDT or USDC only on the network the payment page shows. Funds sent on another network may be lost. 2. **The total.** Your wallet or exchange may add its own fee, as the Vietnam test showed. 3. **The refund rule.** We found no public rule on how a stablecoin payment is refunded. Ask before you book a refundable rate. 4. **The tax rule.** Paying in crypto may be a taxable event in your country. Check local rules. Outside the markets where the option appears, a card funded from crypto works like any Visa or Mastercard on Trip.com. The card issuer adds its own costs and usually checks your ID. ## How does StaySats take USDT for a hotel? **StaySats** takes USDT on Tron (TRC-20), credited after 20 confirmations, or on Ethereum (ERC-20), credited after 12. Top up from $25; your balance is in US dollars once the payment is confirmed. At checkout, the exact total of the stay is held. Bookings are made on request: we book the room with the hotel and confirm the final total. The balance is charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued. If we can't confirm, the full amount is released at once. Which network to pick, step by step: [TRC-20 or ERC-20 for hotels](https://staysats.com/usdt-trc20-or-erc20-for-hotels/). ## Trip.com and crypto: questions ### Is the Trip.com stablecoin option official? Not publicly. It was reported by the press from a customer service agent, and Trip.com did not comment. Its payment-methods page, updated June 25, 2026, does not list stablecoins. We mark the row "reported" and will change it if Trip.com publishes the option on its own site. ### Does Trip.com accept bitcoin? Not that we could find. The press reports cover USDT and USDC only, not BTC, ETH or other coins. If you want to pay for a hotel in bitcoin, StaySats takes BTC, credited after 2 confirmations, from a $25 top-up. [Pay for a hotel with bitcoin](https://staysats.com/pay/bitcoin/). ### Which countries can pay Trip.com in USDT? No official list exists. The option is shown by IP address. A test published by Foresight News was made in Vietnam. Users in mainland China do not see it, and the SCMP found no option in Hong Kong in December 2025. If your checkout doesn't show it, it isn't available to you. ### Can I pay Trip.com in USDT on Tron? Reported, yes: TRON is on the list of networks published by Foresight News, with Ethereum, Polygon, Solana, Arbitrum One and TON. Always use the network shown on the Trip.com payment page. StaySats also takes USDT on Tron (TRC-20), credited after 20 confirmations. ### Who processes Trip.com's crypto payments? Triple-A, a payment firm based in Singapore, according to Foresight News. Triple-A's own travel page did not name Trip.com on October 12, 2026, and neither company has commented publicly. Treat the processor as reported, not confirmed. The network shown at checkout is the one to use. ### Can I get a refund in USDT from Trip.com? We found no public rule. Neither Trip.com nor the press reports explain how a stablecoin payment is refunded. At StaySats, if the hotel can't host you, you choose USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or balance credit. [Refunds](https://staysats.com/refunds/). ### Is Trip.com cheaper in USDT? One tester in Vietnam paid about 2.35% less for a hotel than on Trip.com's Chinese sister site, per Foresight News in December 2025. That is one booking, one date and one market. We have not measured Trip.com prices and make no price claim. > **Disclosure** We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto. Our offer is included and marked. Trip.com is a competitor for crypto holders; every Trip.com fact here links to its source. Written by the StaySats research desk (TravelGoat LLC). Named reviewers will be listed here when appointed. ## Sources 1. [Trip.com tests stablecoin payments overseas, offering USDT and USDC for prepaid bookings](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/trip-com-tests-stablecoin-payments-093000388.html) — South China Morning Post via Yahoo Finance, December 29, 2025 (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [Trip.com starts accepting payments with stablecoins](https://tech.az/en/posts/trip-com-starts-accepting-payments-with-stablecoins-6415) — tech.az, December 30, 2025 (checked 2026-10-12) 3. [Trip.com USDT and USDC test (Foresight News)](https://grenade.tw/blog/trip-com-usdt-usdc/) — grenade.tw, December 26, 2025 (checked 2026-10-12) 4. [Trip.com Payment Methods: PayPal, Pay Later & All Options](https://www.trip.com/ask/questions/trip.com-payment-methods.html) — Trip.com, updated June 25, 2026 (checked 2026-10-12) 5. [Crypto Payment Gateway for Travel and Hospitality](https://www.triple-a.io/travel-hospitality) — Triple-A (checked 2026-10-12) **Pay for a hotel in USDT on Tron or Ethereum** Six coins, two USDT networks. The total is held, then charged only when the hotel confirms. [Search hotels](https://staysats.com/hotels/) · [How it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Does Vrbo accept crypto? > Does Vrbo accept crypto? No crypto method found (checked October 12, 2026). Why paying a host in crypto off Vrbo is risky, 3 deposit types, and hotels in USDT. - URL: https://staysats.com/does/vrbo-accept-crypto/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Vrbo has no crypto checkout, and a host who asks for crypto outside Vrbo breaks its rules. Here is what Vrbo allows, the deposits a host may ask for, and how to pay a stay in crypto with a hotel instead. **Quick answer — Does Vrbo accept crypto?** No. We found no crypto payment method on Vrbo on October 12, 2026. Its help pages name Visa, Mastercard and American Express, and we found no Vrbo gift card sold for crypto. A host who asks for crypto outside Vrbo breaks its off-platform policy. **StaySats** sells hotels, not vacation homes, paid in crypto. ## Vrbo and crypto: the facts (checked October 12, 2026) | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Crypto at Vrbo checkout | No crypto method found | | Cards named in its help | Visa, Mastercard and American Express, for online booking (search extract of the help page) | | Owner | Expedia Group, which also owns Expedia and Hotels.com | | Paying a host off Vrbo | Not allowed; off-platform bookings get no Vrbo benefits or support | | What a host may ask for | A payment card on file, an upfront refundable damage deposit, or property damage protection | | Deposit collected by the host | Allowed only if the listing clearly says so | | What a damage deposit can't cover | Optional services or fees, extra use of utilities, returning lost items | | Gift card sold for crypto | None found for Vrbo on October 12, 2026 | | Disputes about a deposit | Handled through VrboCare or Vrbo customer support | ## Vrbo in our crypto acceptance index | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Type | Booking site | | Accepts crypto directly | No | | Details | No crypto payment method found. A search extract of Vrbo's help page Book online and pay securely names Visa, Mastercard and American Express. The page itself returned an error on October 12, 2026. | | Checked on | October 12, 2026 (our check) | | Deposit at check-in | Hosts may ask for a payment card on file, an upfront refundable damage deposit or property damage protection. A host collects a deposit directly only if the listing says so. | | Country | United States | Source: [Vrbo Help: Book online and pay securely](https://help.vrbo.com/articles/How-do-I-pay-securely-for-a-vacation-rental) Row of our [crypto acceptance index](https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/). Vrbo's payment help page returned an error on October 12, 2026; we read it as a search extract and checked Vrbo's policy pages directly. ## Can I pay for a Vrbo rental with bitcoin or USDT? No. On October 12, 2026, we found no crypto payment method on Vrbo. A search extract of its help page "Book online and pay securely" names Visa, Mastercard and American Express for online bookings. The page itself returned an error when we opened it, so this row rests on that extract and on our searches. Vrbo belongs to Expedia Group. The group's main site, Expedia, accepted bitcoin from 2014 to 2018 for hotels only; Vrbo never offered it as far as we found. See [does Expedia accept crypto?](https://staysats.com/does/expedia-accept-crypto/) Airbnb, the other large home-rental site, takes no crypto either: see [Airbnb and crypto payments](https://staysats.com/does/airbnb-accept-crypto/). Neither does [Booking.com](https://staysats.com/does/booking-com-accept-crypto/). ## What if a Vrbo host asks to be paid in crypto? Say no and contact Vrbo. Its Off-Platform Booking Policy, which covers every Expedia Group brand, forbids asking, encouraging or agreeing to move a reservation or a payment off the platform. It also forbids discounts offered in exchange for paying off-platform. Vrbo hosts may not add links, QR codes or contact details meant to move guests away from Vrbo. They may not message guests outside Vrbo before a booking is confirmed. The consequence for you is concrete: off-platform bookings are not eligible for Vrbo's benefits and support. A crypto transfer to a host can't be reversed, so you would have no way to get it back through Vrbo. ## Which deposits can a Vrbo host ask for? One of three, under Vrbo's Damage Deposit Policy: 1. **A payment card on file.** 2. **An upfront refundable damage deposit.** A host may collect it directly only if the listing clearly says so. 3. **Property damage protection**, bought by the guest. The deposit covers damage by the guest, invited people or pets, such as broken furniture or extra cleaning. It can't be used for optional services, extra use of utilities or returning lost items. A deposit asked in crypto, outside these rules, is a warning sign. ## Can I use a crypto card on Vrbo? It may work, if the card runs on Visa, Mastercard or American Express. A card funded from crypto converts your coins when you pay, so Vrbo sees a normal card payment. Two points matter for rentals. A host may keep your card on file for damage, so the card must stay valid until after your stay. And a refund after a cancellation goes back to the card in normal money, not in crypto. Card issuers add conversion costs and usually check your ID. Paying in crypto may be a taxable event in your country. Check local rules. ## What can I book with crypto instead of a Vrbo home? A hotel room, paid in crypto with **StaySats**. We sell hotel bookings only, not private homes. For families or groups, the search form lets you set the number of rooms and guests. If you want a kitchen, look for aparthotels or rooms with a kitchenette in the results; availability depends on the city and dates. You pay from a balance topped up from $25 in BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC. The total is held at checkout. We then book the room on request, and your balance is charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued. There is no host and no off-platform request: the booking and the payment stay on StaySats. Read [how it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/), and for a month or more, [long stays paid in USDT](https://staysats.com/long-stays-paid-in-usdt/). ## Vrbo and crypto: questions ### Will Vrbo accept crypto? We found no announcement as of October 12, 2026, and no crypto method in its help pages. Vrbo is part of Expedia Group, which dropped bitcoin on Expedia in 2018. We check the row every month in our [acceptance index](https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/) and update it when Vrbo publishes a change. ### Is it safe to pay a Vrbo host in USDT? No. Vrbo's Off-Platform Booking Policy forbids moving a reservation or its payment off Vrbo, and off-platform bookings lose Vrbo's benefits and support. A USDT transfer can't be reversed. If a host insists on crypto, report the listing to Vrbo support. ### Can I buy a Vrbo gift card with bitcoin? We found none on October 12, 2026. The crypto gift card reseller we checked sells Airbnb and Hotels.com cards, and a Global Hotel Card booked on its own website, globalhotelcard.com. None of these pays a booking on vrbo.com. A crypto card is the only route we found. ### How long does Vrbo keep a damage deposit? It depends on the host's settings, and Vrbo's help pages give different delays. Under Vrbo's policy, the deposit covers guest damage only, and disputes go through VrboCare or customer support. A host may collect a deposit directly only if the listing clearly says so. ### Does StaySats rent vacation homes? No. StaySats sells hotel bookings only. For a kitchen, look for aparthotels or rooms with a kitchenette in the results; what you find depends on the city and dates. Each booking is a single travel service, and the hotel checks your ID at check-in, as local law requires. ### What happens to my crypto if a StaySats hotel cancels? If the hotel can't host you, you get 100% of the stay back. You choose USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or balance credit. If the hotel never confirms, the held amount is released to your balance at once. [Refunds](https://staysats.com/refunds/). > **Disclosure** We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto. Our offer is included and marked. Vrbo's rules on this page are quoted from its own policy pages. Written by the StaySats research desk (TravelGoat LLC). Named reviewers will be listed here when appointed. ## Sources 1. [Off-Platform Booking Policy](https://www.vrbo.com/tlp/trust-and-safety/offline-booking-policy) — Vrbo (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [Damage Deposit Policy](https://www.vrbo.com/tlp/trust-and-safety/damage-deposit-policy) — Vrbo (checked 2026-10-12) 3. [Book online and pay securely (read as a search extract)](https://help.vrbo.com/articles/How-do-I-pay-securely-for-a-vacation-rental) — Vrbo Help (checked 2026-10-12) 4. [Travel gift cards](https://www.bitrefill.com/us/en/gift-cards/travel/) — Bitrefill (checked 2026-10-12) 5. [Global Hotel Card (New Zealand)](https://www.bitrefill.com/nz/en/gift-cards/global-hotel-card-nz/) — Bitrefill (checked 2026-10-12) **Book a hotel room with crypto** No host to pay off-platform. The total is held on your balance until the hotel confirms. [Search hotels](https://staysats.com/hotels/) · [See pricing](https://staysats.com/pricing/) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Does Wyndham accept crypto, debit cards or cash at check-in? > Wyndham asks for a credit card for every online booking; cash and deposits are up to each hotel. No crypto (checked October 12, 2026). Refunds: up to 30 days. - URL: https://staysats.com/does/wyndham-accept-crypto/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Wyndham Hotels & Resorts runs Days Inn, Super 8, La Quinta, Ramada, Microtel and other brands. Its FAQ asks for a credit card on every online booking and leaves cash and deposits to each hotel. Here is what that means at the front desk, and how to pay for a Wyndham-brand stay in crypto through a seller. **Quick answer — Does Wyndham accept crypto, debit cards or cash?** Not crypto. On October 12, 2026, Wyndham's FAQ named no coin and required a credit card for every online booking. It does not mention debit cards. Whether you can pay cash, and how much deposit you leave, depends on the hotel. A refunded deposit can take up to 30 days. **StaySats** can prepay the room in crypto, not that deposit. ## Wyndham payment rules at a glance (checked October 12, 2026) | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Crypto in Wyndham's FAQ | None: no coin is named | | Card for an online booking | A credit card, required for every online reservation | | When the card is charged | Flexible rate: you pay at check-in or checkout. "Pay Now & Save" or a prepaid hotel policy: charged at once | | Paying the stay in cash | "Varies by hotel": contact the hotel | | Debit cards | Not mentioned in the FAQ | | Deposit refund | Up to 30 days to show on your account, depending on your bank | | Late arrival | A booking guaranteed with a credit card is held for you | | Leaving early | You may still be charged for the nights you booked | | Minimum age to book | Set by each hotel | | Booking for someone else | Allowed; the hotel updates the guest names at check-in | | Past link to crypto | Wyndham Rewards points in the Bakkt app, until March 15, 2023 | ## Wyndham in our crypto acceptance index | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Type | Hotel group | | Accepts crypto directly | No | | Details | Wyndham's FAQ says a credit card is required for all online reservations, which are automatically guaranteed to it. Depending on the rate, you pay at booking or on arrival. Paying for a stay in cash varies by hotel. No crypto. | | Checked on | October 12, 2026 (official website) | | Deposit at check-in | Deposit rules are set by each hotel. Wyndham says a refunded deposit can take up to 30 days to show on your account, depending on your bank. A booking guaranteed with a credit card is held for a late arrival, and leaving early may still cost the nights booked. | | ID at check-in | No group-wide ID rule is published. The minimum age to book a room varies by hotel, and so do check-in and check-out times. | | Country | United States | Source: [Wyndham Hotels: Frequently asked questions](https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/en-uk/contact-us/faq) ## What does Wyndham's FAQ say about paying for a room? A credit card first, then the rate decides the timing. Wyndham states that a credit card is required for all reservations made online. The booking runs on a secure server that encrypts the card number. With a flexible rate, the card is not charged at booking: you pay at check-in or checkout. With a non-cancelable rate such as "Pay Now & Save", or when the hotel sets its policy to prepaid, the card is charged immediately. On October 12, 2026, the FAQ named no cryptocurrency and no bitcoin option. ## Can you pay a Days Inn, Super 8 or La Quinta in cash? Sometimes, but only the hotel can tell you. Wyndham's answer on cash is short: the ability to pay for your stay with cash varies by hotel. Even if you plan to pay on arrival, an online booking still needs a credit card. Wyndham says all its hotels are either franchised or managed by one of its companies. That is why each hotel keeps its own rules on cash, deposits and debit cards. Email the hotel with your dates and ask three things: cash for the room, cash for the deposit, and debit cards. ## How long does a Wyndham deposit take to come back? Up to 30 days. Wyndham's FAQ says a deposit can take that long to be refunded and to show on your account, depending on bank processing times. It publishes no deposit amount; each hotel sets its own. Paying ahead with StaySats does not remove the hotel's incidental deposit at check-in. With a debit card, the deposit blocks real money until the refund lands. Plan that amount on top of your spending money. Other groups' release times are compared in our [check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/) tables. ## What if you arrive late or leave early? A late arrival is fine; an early departure can cost you. Every booking guaranteed with a credit card is held for late arrivals. Wyndham asks you to note a late arrival under "Special Requests" when you book, and to call the hotel if you arrive the next day. Leaving early is different. Wyndham warns that you may be charged for the nights you originally booked, because cancellation policies vary by hotel. If you don't cancel in time and don't show up, the card on the booking is charged. ## Did Wyndham ever have a crypto option? Only through its loyalty points, and it has ended. Wyndham Rewards points could be used in the Bakkt app, which also let users buy crypto. A Wyndham email, quoted by Frequent Miler in February 2023, set March 15, 2023 as the last day to use the points there. Bakkt shut its consumer app on March 16, 2023, per The Block. This never let you pay a Wyndham room in bitcoin. Today, our [acceptance index](https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/) shows no crypto method for Wyndham. ## What ID and age rules apply at a Wyndham hotel? The hotel's own rule, plus the law of its country. Wyndham's FAQ says the minimum age to book a room varies by hotel, and so do check-in and checkout times. It publishes no group rule on ID. You can book a room for someone else. Wyndham says the hotel then updates the reservation with the real guests' names and details at check-in. Abroad, national law adds its own rules: see [hotel ID rules by country](https://staysats.com/hotel-id-rules/). ## How do I book a Wyndham hotel with crypto through StaySats? Search the city on StaySats. When a Wyndham-brand hotel shows up in the live results for your dates, you can check out with your crypto balance. We cannot promise that a given Days Inn or Ramada will appear. After checkout, we book the room on request and confirm the final total with the hotel before you are charged. Your balance is held, not charged, until the hotel confirmation number is issued. We then pay the hotel in local currency. Ask Wyndham whether a stay booked through a third party earns Wyndham Rewards points. Steps: [how it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/). ## Search hotels you can pay in crypto Search hotels: https://staysats.com/app/hotels/search Prices found live for your dates. Bookings are made on request, and hotel names and brands vary by date. ## Wyndham, deposits and crypto: questions ### Does Wyndham accept bitcoin? No. Wyndham's FAQ, read on October 12, 2026, names no coin and requires a credit card for every online booking. To pay for a Wyndham-brand hotel in bitcoin, use a seller that converts it. StaySats takes BTC after 2 confirmations and holds the total until the hotel confirms. ### Does La Quinta or Super 8 take debit cards? Wyndham's FAQ does not say, for any of its brands. Online, it asks for a credit card. At the desk, each hotel decides. If you only hold a debit card, call the hotel before you book and ask whether it accepts one for the deposit. ### Will Wyndham charge me if I don't show up? Yes. Wyndham says reservations are automatically guaranteed to your credit card. To avoid a charge, cancel within the hotel's cancellation policy for your rate and dates. A "Pay Now & Save" rate is charged at booking and cannot be canceled. ### How long until my Wyndham deposit is refunded? Up to 30 days, according to Wyndham's FAQ, depending on your bank. A debit card deposit blocks real money during that time. A credit card deposit only lowers your available credit. ### Can I pay for a Wyndham room in USDT? Not with Wyndham. Its FAQ lists no stablecoin. StaySats accepts USDT on Tron (TRC-20) or Ethereum (ERC-20), and USDC on Ethereum. When a Wyndham-brand hotel appears in our live results, its total is held on your balance until the hotel confirms. ### Is StaySats a Wyndham partner? No. StaySats is not affiliated with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. We book each room on request, with the hotel. Wyndham has no say in this page. > **Disclosure** We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto. Our offer is included and marked. Wyndham is not our partner. Written by the StaySats research desk (TravelGoat LLC) from Wyndham's own FAQ, read on October 12, 2026. Named reviewers will be listed here when appointed. ## Sources (checked October 12, 2026) 1. [Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/en-uk/contact-us/faq) — Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [Bakkt Up Against The Wall: App Closing, Cash Out](https://frequentmiler.com/?p=210692) — Frequent Miler, February 13, 2023 (checked 2026-10-12) 3. [Bakkt exits consumer business to focus on B2B as regulators crack down](https://www.theblock.co/news/business/2023-02-13-bakkt-exits-consumer-business-to-focus-on-b2b-as-regulators-crack-down-211042) — The Block, February 13, 2023 (checked 2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Editorial policy > How StaySats writes and checks its crypto travel pages: primary sources, dated checks, 5 datasets on a set cadence, conflict of interest, AI use, corrections. - URL: https://staysats.com/editorial-policy/ - Last updated: 2026-10-13 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) How we choose sources, check and date each fact, keep our five datasets current, use AI tools and correct errors. We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto, so we also explain our conflict of interest. Signed: StaySats research desk, TravelGoat LLC. **Quick answer — How does StaySats check the facts it publishes?** **StaySats**, a hotel booking site paid only in crypto, links each fact to a source and dates each check. We prefer primary sources: a company's own pages, laws and official registers. Of our five datasets, the acceptance index is checked monthly and the other four quarterly. Corrections are listed in our changelog. ## Editorial policy at a glance | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Pages signed by | StaySats research desk, TravelGoat LLC | | Named reviewers | None yet; they will be listed here when appointed | | Sources | Primary first: company pages, laws, official registers; press only when nothing else exists, and marked as such | | Check dates | Every fact or data row carries the date of our check | | Acceptance index | Checked monthly and after any announcement; last check October 13, 2026 | | Seller registry | Checked quarterly; last check October 13, 2026 | | Destinations, check-in and hotel taxes data | Checked quarterly; the hotel taxes table also after an announced rate change | | Our interest | We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto; our own row is shown apart, with the same fields, and is not counted | | Paid listings | None: no company pays to appear in our data or to change a row | | AI tools | Used to draft, structure and translate; every fact still needs a linked source | | Corrections | Listed in the changelog, with the date, the page or row, and the source | | Data license | CC BY 4.0 | ## Who writes and checks StaySats pages? The StaySats research desk of TravelGoat LLC, the company that operates StaySats. The desk writes our guides and keeps our five datasets. We have not named an editor or an expert reviewer yet, so no page claims an expert review. Named reviewers will be listed on this page and on [about StaySats](https://staysats.com/about/) when appointed. We will never show a person who does not exist, or a photo that is not real. Until then, check us the way you would check any seller. Open the source next to a fact, and look at the date of our check. ## Which sources do we use? We use the most direct source we can find, in this order: 1. **The company's own pages:** terms, help centre, payment page or press release. 2. **Laws, regulations and official registers**, such as the Federal Register, EUR-Lex or Spain's official gazette (BOE). 3. **Data publishers with a public method**, such as BTC Map, whose listings come from OpenStreetMap contributors. 4. **Press reports**, only when no primary source exists. The sentence or the data row then says that it rests on the press. We do not use unsigned reviews or social media posts as a source of fact. A fact we could not confirm is marked as such, never guessed. ## How do we check and date a fact? We read the source ourselves and record the day we read it. That day appears as "Checked on" under a table, or in the `checked` column of a data row. In the acceptance index, some statuses are not confirmed on the company's own pages. They are marked "reported" or "unverified", with the source we have. When a company stops taking crypto, the row stays, with the end date, so the history remains visible. The "Last updated" date of a page changes only when a fact on it changes. Reading a source again without any change does not move that date. ## How often do we check each dataset? | Dataset | How often | Last check | Page | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Hotel & Booking-Site Crypto Acceptance Index | Monthly, and after a public announcement | October 13, 2026 | [Acceptance index](https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/) | | Crypto Travel Seller Registry | Quarterly | October 13, 2026 | [Seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/) | | Crypto-Friendly Destinations | Quarterly | October 12, 2026 | [Destinations](https://staysats.com/crypto-friendly-destinations/) | | Hotel Check-in Without a Credit Card | Quarterly | October 13, 2026 | [Check-in table](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/) | | Hotel Taxes by City | Quarterly, and after an announced rate change | October 13, 2026 | [Hotel taxes by city](https://staysats.com/hotel-taxes-by-city/) | | Travel disruption notes on destination pages | Monthly, while the disruption lasts | Shown in each note | The destination page | Files and dates of each dataset: [open data](https://staysats.com/data/). ## What is our conflict of interest? We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto, so we are not neutral. StaySats earns money from the hotel bookings it sells, and our pages compare it with other crypto travel sites. To limit that bias: - we describe every seller, us included, with the same fields: company, country, coins and networks, refund of a crypto payment, published fees and ID checks; - our own offer is always marked, and shown apart from any ranking or count; - when we compare sellers, the order follows a criterion written on the page; - we state facts about other sellers only from their own pages or a dated press source, with the link; - we publish no rating, no review and no testimonial, of us or of anyone else. No company pays to appear in our data or to change a row. ## How do we use AI tools? AI tools help us draft pages, structure data and translate. They do not replace sources: each fact on a page must come from a source we link, with the date of our check. A fact that no source supports is removed. We publish no AI-made photo, no invented person and no invented quote. Pages in other languages start as machine translations. A translated page stays out of search engines until a native speaker has reviewed it. ## How do we correct errors? Write to support@staysats.com with the page, the sentence or data row, and a source, ideally the company's own page. We check that source. If it confirms the error, we correct the page or the row and give it a new check date. We also list the correction in the Corrections section of our [changelog](https://staysats.com/changelog/). A company named in our data can use the same address to send its own source. We never change a date to make a page look newer, and we never backdate a change. ## How should our data be cited? With the dataset name, the date of our check, the license and the link. One example: > Source: StaySats, *Crypto Travel Seller Registry* (checked October 13, 2026), CC BY 4.0, https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/. A link is appreciated; any rel attribute is fine. The citation line of each of our five datasets is on [open data](https://staysats.com/data/) and on the [press page](https://staysats.com/press/). ## Editorial policy: FAQ ### Who is behind the StaySats research desk? TravelGoat LLC, the Delaware company that operates StaySats. The desk is the team that writes our pages and keeps our data. No named person is listed yet. We will list a person only when a real person agrees to be named, with a real photo. ### Are StaySats pages reviewed by experts? Not by a named expert yet, and we do not claim it. Each fact comes from a linked source with the date of our check, so you can verify it yourself. When a named reviewer is appointed, the pages that person reviews will say so. ### Do companies pay to appear in your data? No. No company pays to appear in our data or to change its row. We are still not neutral, because we sell hotel bookings paid in crypto. That is why our own row is always shown apart, with the same fields as every other seller, and is not counted. ### Why does StaySats appear in its own comparisons? Because readers compare us with other crypto travel sites anyway. We include our offer, mark it, and describe it with the same fields as every other seller. You can check each field against the source we link, including the fields about us. ### How fast do you correct an error? We publish no fixed delay. Each report is checked against its source. A confirmed error is corrected with a new check date. The correction is listed in the Corrections section of the [changelog](https://staysats.com/changelog/), with the page and the source. ### Do you use AI to write your pages? Yes, AI tools help us draft, structure and translate. They do not replace sources: each fact must link to a source with the date we checked it. We publish no AI-made photo, no invented person and no invented quote. ## Sources and licenses 1. [Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) — Creative Commons (2026-10-12) 2. [BTC Map](https://btcmap.org/) — BTC Map (2026-10-12) 3. [Copyright and License](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright) — OpenStreetMap Foundation (2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Booking hotels with crypto: 44 questions answered > 44 answers on booking hotels with crypto at StaySats: USDT TRC-20, BTC, top-up from $25, bookings on request, held not charged, refunds, Spain. - URL: https://staysats.com/faq/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Short answers, grouped by topic. Each one links to the page with the full rules. **Quick answer — What is StaySats?** **StaySats** is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC. You top up a balance from $25 and pick a rate. We book it on request, and the total is held, not charged, until the hotel confirmation number is issued. The 44 answers below cover payment, booking, price, check-in, refunds and privacy. ## StaySats: the short version | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | What we sell | Hotel bookings only, paid in crypto | | Coins | BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC; USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20, USDC on ERC-20 | | Minimum top-up | $25 | | Charged | Only when the hotel confirmation number is issued | | Hotel prices | the price found live for your dates, in US dollars, for the whole stay. Taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them; the final total is confirmed with the hotel before you are charged | | How we book | On request: the final total is confirmed with the hotel before you are charged | | Hotel cancels | 100% back: USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or balance credit | | Data we ask | The lead guest's name and an email address; no ID upload, no selfie | | Not available | Sanctioned countries; hotels in Spain not yet | | Operator | TravelGoat LLC (United States) | ## Payment and coins ### Which cryptocurrencies does StaySats accept? Six coins on five networks, in seven coin-and-network pairs. They are BTC on Bitcoin, USDT on Tron (TRC-20) or Ethereum (ERC-20), USDC on Ethereum (ERC-20), ETH, SOL on Solana and LTC on Litecoin. No Monero, no Lightning, no card and no bank transfer. Each pair has its own page under [pay with crypto](https://staysats.com/pay/). ### Should I use USDT on TRC-20 or on ERC-20? Use the network where your USDT already is. Both credit the same dollar amount and the hotel price does not change. TRC-20 needs 20 confirmations and its fee is paid in TRX; ERC-20 needs 12 confirmations and its fee is paid in ETH. The comparison: [TRC-20 or ERC-20](https://staysats.com/usdt-trc20-or-erc20-for-hotels/). ### What is the minimum top-up? $25, in any accepted coin. You can top up more than once, and top-ups add up on one balance in US dollars. Unused balance never expires. For a stay that costs more than your balance, top up the difference before checkout. ### Who pays the network fee? You do, as the sender, on top of the amount shown on the payment page. The fee is paid in the network's own asset, such as TRX on Tron or ETH on Ethereum. The hotel price is the same in every coin. ### What if I send crypto on the wrong network? It does not top up your balance, and the funds may be lost. The payment page names one network per address: compare it with the network chosen in your wallet or exchange before you confirm. If it already happened, write to support@staysats.com with the transaction ID. ## Booking ### How do I book a hotel with crypto? Top up from $25, search a city and dates, and choose a room and a rate. Then check out with the lead guest's name and an email address. The total is held on your balance, and our team books the room with the hotel on request. Step by step: [how it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/). ### What does "held, not charged" mean? At checkout the exact total of the stay is set aside on your balance but not spent. It is charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued. If we cannot confirm the booking, the full amount returns to your available balance at once, with nothing to claim. ### Do I need to create an account? No form to fill in. Your account number is created at your first top-up and works as your login. No email is needed to top up; each booking needs an email address, used for the voucher, changes and cancellation, and never published or sold. Keep the account number private, because it opens your balance and your bookings. ### Can I book a room for another person? Yes. Enter the person who will check in as the lead guest, with the name on the ID they will show at the desk. The hotel registers that person and may ask them for a deposit for extras. ## Bookings made on request ### What does "on request" mean at StaySats? It means our team books each room for you after checkout. The search finds prices live for your dates. When you check out, the exact total shown is held on your balance, not charged. We then book the room with the hotel and confirm the final total. Your balance is charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued. Steps: [how it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/). ### What if the confirmed total is higher than the price I saw? You choose: accept the new total, or have the full amount released. A price found live can change by the time we book with the hotel. If the hotel confirms a higher total, we show it to you before anything is charged. Nothing extra is ever taken from your balance without your agreement. A released amount can be withdrawn in USDT or USDC. ### What if you cannot confirm my booking? The full amount is released to your balance, with nothing to claim. This happens when the room is no longer available, or when we cannot confirm the booking in time. The amount was only held, so nothing was charged. You can book another hotel with it, or ask to withdraw it in USDT or USDC. [Refunds](https://staysats.com/refunds/). ### How long until the hotel confirms? We give no time, because each booking on request depends on the hotel's answer. We have not measured a median yet. Your booking page shows each step as it happens, from the hold to the hotel confirmation number. Once a median is measured, it will be published with its date in the [changelog](https://staysats.com/changelog/). ## Price ### Is the listed price the final total? Not until the hotel confirms it. The listed price is found live for your dates, in US dollars. Taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them. We confirm the final total with the hotel before you are charged. Local taxes paid at the hotel, such as a city tax, are confirmed with your booking. [Pricing](https://staysats.com/pricing/). ### Do you add a booking fee? No. There is no booking fee or card surcharge on top of the price found live, and no extra cost for any coin. The amount charged is the final total confirmed with the hotel before you are charged. Your only other cost is the network fee of your top-up, paid to the network. ### Can the price change after I check out? Yes, before the hotel confirms, but never without your agreement. A price found live may differ from the total the hotel confirms. In that case you accept the new total or have the full amount released. Once the hotel confirmation number is issued, the amount charged is the total you agreed to. ### Does paying with Bitcoin cost more than paying with USDT? No. Hotel prices are in US dollars and identical in every coin. Only the network fee differs, and you pay it to the network. With BTC, ETH, SOL or LTC, the crypto amount and its rate are locked for 30 minutes on the payment page. ### Is StaySats cheaper than other booking sites? We make no such claim. Our price is the price found live for your dates. We have not run a dated price comparison yet. If we publish one, it will carry its date and method. ## At the hotel ### Will the hotel ask for my ID? Yes, at check-in, as local law requires; we do not ask you for it. In Japan, foreign guests with no address in Japan show their passport for a copy. Rules by country: [hotel ID rules](https://staysats.com/hotel-id-rules/). ### Do I need a credit card at check-in? Often. Paying ahead with StaySats does not remove the hotel's incidental deposit at check-in. Your room is prepaid, but many hotels ask for a card or a cash deposit to cover extras, and release it after you leave. Some accept cash, some do not. Chain by chain: [check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/). ### What do I pay at the front desk? Only a local tax collected on site, if the city has one, and the extras you use. Any such tax is confirmed with your booking, together with the final total of the stay. The room itself is already paid through StaySats. ### Can I pay the hotel in crypto at the desk? Not through us. Pay StaySats in crypto; we pay the hotel in local currency. Very few hotels take crypto themselves, and in some countries, such as Indonesia or Turkey, paying in crypto on the spot is illegal. Who accepts it directly: [acceptance index](https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/). ### What do I show at check-in to prove the booking? Your ID and the hotel confirmation number. Both are needed: the number identifies the booking at the hotel, and the ID proves you are the lead guest. The number is on your booking page as soon as it is issued. ## Cancellations and refunds ### What happens if the hotel cancels my booking? You get 100% of the stay back and you choose the form: USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or balance credit. Credit is never imposed on you when the hotel is the one that cancels. [Refunds](https://staysats.com/refunds/). ### Can I cancel a booking myself? Yes, under the rate rules confirmed with your booking. Ask from the booking in your account. On a refundable rate, the hotel's refund minus its penalty goes to your balance as credit. A non-refundable rate refunds nothing. ### Is the refund in crypto or in credit? Money from a failed booking, a declined price increase or a hotel cancellation can be withdrawn in USDT or USDC. Money from a cancellation you chose comes back as balance credit, which never expires. ### Can I withdraw my unused balance? No. Only some amounts can be withdrawn in USDT or USDC. They are amounts released because a booking can't be confirmed or you declined a price increase, and refunds when the hotel can't host you. The rest of the balance is not refundable but never expires, so top up what you plan to spend. ### How do I ask for a refund? From the booking in your account, or by email to support@staysats.com with your booking reference. Never send your account number. For a withdrawal, choose USDT or USDC, the network, and an address you control; it may be screened against sanctions lists. ## Privacy and ID ### Is booking a hotel with crypto on StaySats private? The checkout is private: no ID upload and no selfie. We ask for an email address only for the voucher, changes and cancellation. But blockchain payments are public, and the hotel receives the lead guest's name and checks ID at check-in. Private checkout does not mean that nobody knows who stays. ### Is there KYC? No KYC to top up or at checkout: we ask for no ID document. Hotel ID rules still apply at the front desk, where local law makes the hotel check your ID. Guest names are screened against sanctions lists before booking. ### What personal data do you keep? Your account number, your top-ups, your bookings, the lead guest's name, your email address, and any withdrawal address. We keep no ID copy and no card data. Details and retention: [privacy policy](https://staysats.com/privacy/). ### Who receives the guest's name? The hotel and our booking partners, who need it to make and register the booking. We do not sell it and do not share it for advertising. The hotel may pass it to the authorities where local law requires a guest register. ### Will StaySats ever ask for my account number? No. We never ask for your account number, a passport scan or a selfie by email or chat. If someone asks in our name, it is not us. To identify a booking, support uses the booking reference. ## Destinations ### Where can I book hotels with StaySats? In most countries, through the live search on the [hotels page](https://staysats.com/hotels/). Our destination data covers 100 destinations, 97 of them on sale, and 66 have a hotel page. The live search shows the hotels we can request for your dates. ### Which countries can't I book? No hotels in Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Russia, Belarus, Syria, Crimea, Sevastopol or the Russian-occupied areas of Ukraine, because of sanctions. Hotels in Spain are not available yet. [Where we can't sell hotels](https://staysats.com/where-we-cant-sell-hotels/). ### Why can't I book a hotel in Spain? Spain's Royal Decree 933/2021 requires booking intermediaries to register and report guest and payment details within 24 hours. Our registration with SES.HOSPEDAJES is not done yet, so Spanish hotels are paused. The opening will be dated in the changelog. ### Can I use StaySats for a hotel in Bali or Istanbul? Yes. Paying in crypto on the spot is illegal in Indonesia and Turkey, but you pay StaySats online and we pay the hotel in local currency. At the hotel, pay extras in local money or by card. If you live there, check local law first. ### Do you have long stays for digital nomads? You can book any stay length the hotel offers, paid from your stablecoin balance. On long stays, read the cancellation rules confirmed with your booking; until then, treat the rate as non-refundable. Tips for nomads: [digital nomads](https://staysats.com/digital-nomads/). ## Company and trust ### Who operates StaySats? TravelGoat LLC, a Delaware limited liability company based in the United States. StaySats sells hotel bookings paid in crypto and nothing else. How we work, how we earn and how we build our data: [about StaySats](https://staysats.com/about/). ### Do you sell flights or packages? No. StaySats sells hotel bookings only. Each booking is a single travel service, not a package, and EU package travel protection does not apply. ### Is StaySats a safe way to book a hotel with crypto? Check it like any seller. We publish the company name, the refund form of a crypto payment, the networks, the price rule and the places we can't sell. The checklist we suggest for any site: [is it safe to book hotels with crypto?](https://staysats.com/is-it-safe-to-book-hotels-with-crypto/). ### Who writes and checks StaySats pages? The StaySats research desk of TravelGoat LLC writes and checks our pages, with the source and the date of each fact. No named reviewer is listed yet; named reviewers will be listed when appointed. How we source, check and correct: [editorial policy](https://staysats.com/editorial-policy/). ### Why don't you show reviews or ratings? Because we publish only facts we can prove. StaySats has no rating, no testimonial and no customer count on its pages. You can check our company, our rules and our dated data instead, and compare sellers in the [crypto travel seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/). ### Can I reuse your data? Yes. Our acceptance index, destinations data and seller registry are published as JSON and CSV under the CC BY 4.0 license. Our [check-in deposit table](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/) is under CC BY 4.0 too. Cite StaySats with the link and the date of the data. [Open data](https://staysats.com/data/). ## Sources (checked October 12, 2026) 1. [Real Decreto 933/2021, de 26 de octubre](https://www.boe.es/buscar/act.php?id=BOE-A-2021-17461) — Boletín Oficial del Estado (2026-10-12) 2. [Request for producing of passports (foreign nationals without an address in Japan)](https://www.mhlw.go.jp/stf/seisakunitsuite/bunya/0000130600_00001.html) — Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (Japan) (2026-10-12) 3. [Supported Protocols and Integration Guidelines](https://tether.to/en/supported-protocols/) — Tether (2026-10-12) 4. [Bali to crack down on foreign tourists using crypto as payment](https://en.antaranews.com/news/283182/bali-to-crack-down-on-foreign-tourists-using-crypto-as-payment) — Antara (2026-10-12) 5. [Turkey's central bank bans crypto payments](https://www.theblock.co/linked/101905/turkey-central-bank-bans-crypto-payments) — The Block (2026-10-12) 6. [16 CFR 464.2: Hidden fees prohibited](https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/16/464.2) — Legal Information Institute, Cornell Law School (2026-10-12) **Still have a question?** Write to support@staysats.com in English, with your booking reference if you have one. Never send your account number. [Contact](https://staysats.com/contact/) · [How it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Which hotels and booking sites accept crypto? > Which hotels accept crypto? Dated status and source for 22 hotel groups, hotels and booking sites, from Marriott to Kessler. Free CC BY 4.0 data. - URL: https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) One row per booking site, hotel group or hotel. Does it take crypto at its own checkout? Through which processor, with which coins and networks, for whom and since when? Each row adds how we checked and the source. Published by StaySats, a seller of hotel bookings paid in crypto. **Quick answer — Which hotels and booking sites accept crypto?** As of October 13, 2026, two hotel operators confirm crypto on their own pages: The Kessler Collection (BitPay) and Hotel Princess in Plochingen, Germany (bitcoin). No large hotel group we could read does. None of the 7 big booking sites does either; only Trip.com is reported to take USDT and USDC, in some markets. **StaySats**, the publisher, sells hotels for crypto. ## Key numbers (October 13, 2026) - **2** hotel operators confirm crypto on their own pages (The Kessler Collection with BitPay; Hotel Princess in Plochingen with bitcoin) - **0 of 7** big booking sites confirm a crypto checkout on their own pages - **1 of 7** is reported by the press to take stablecoins (Trip.com: USDT and USDC, some markets) - **2018** the year Expedia stopped bitcoin, after taking it since 2014 - **22** rows: 7 booking sites, 12 hotel groups and 3 hotels (21 checked; Meliá not checked yet) ## The index in figures | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Rows (N) | 22: 7 booking sites, 12 hotel groups, 3 hotels | | Last check | October 13, 2026, for 21 of 22 rows | | Hotel groups checked | 11 of 12; Meliá not checked yet (no official payment page could be read) | | Hotel operators with crypto confirmed on their own pages | 2: The Kessler Collection (BitPay, 12 coins, no USDT) and Hotel Princess in Plochingen, Germany (bitcoin) | | Hotels reported or announced, not confirmed today | Las Golondrinas (USDT and USDC, 2025), Palazzo Versace Dubai (bitcoin, 2022) | | Booking sites with crypto confirmed on their own pages | 0 of 7 | | Reported by the press | Trip.com: USDT and USDC since October 9, 2025, in some markets, by IP address | | No crypto method found | Airbnb, Booking.com, Agoda, Hotels.com, Vrbo | | Stopped | Expedia: bitcoin through Coinbase from June 11, 2014 to 2018, hotel bookings only | | Gift card routes we checked | Airbnb (U.S. residents), Hotels.com (U.S. site, USD account), Agoda (Singapore code, sold out) | | Evidence levels | Official website, press, third party, our check | | Update cadence | Monthly, plus an extra update when a company announces a change | | Open data | JSON and CSV files, license CC BY 4.0 | | Publisher | StaySats, operated by TravelGoat LLC, United States, a seller of hotel bookings paid in crypto | > **Conflict of interest** We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto. Our offer is included and marked: it is described in its own section below the tables and is never a row of the index. We compete with the booking sites listed here for travellers who hold crypto. So every status links to its source and shows its level of evidence. ## Do booking sites accept crypto? Seven booking sites, one row each. "Direct" means the site's own checkout takes crypto. Gift cards and other routes through a third company are in the last column, not in the status. Click a name for the full page. | Name | Accepts crypto directly | How | Conditions | Dates | Checked | Source | Crypto workaround | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Trip.com](https://staysats.com/does/trip-com-accept-crypto/) | Reported (not confirmed on the official website) | Triple-A · USDT, USDC (Ethereum, TRON, Polygon, Solana, Arbitrum One, TON) | Prepaid bookings on the international site, shown by IP address in some markets only. Not in mainland China, and not seen in Hong Kong by the SCMP in December 2025. Reported by the press from a customer service agent; Trip.com did not comment. Its payment-methods page (updated June 25, 2026) does not list stablecoins. The processor and the networks come from a test made in Vietnam and published by Foresight News. | 2025-10-09 | October 12, 2026 (press) | [South China Morning Post via Yahoo Finance (2025-12-29)](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/trip-com-tests-stablecoin-payments-093000388.html) | — | | [Expedia](https://staysats.com/does/expedia-accept-crypto/) | Stopped | Coinbase · BTC | Hotel bookings on Expedia.com Expedia accepted bitcoin for hotel bookings through Coinbase from June 11, 2014. In 2018 a spokesperson confirmed the end and gave May 10, 2018 as the date. Customers reported the option gone from June 10, 2018. | 2014-06-11 → 2018 | October 12, 2026 (press) | [news.Bitcoin.com: Expedia Drops Bitcoin Payments, Official Confirms (2018-06-30)](https://news.bitcoin.com/expedia-drops-bitcoin-payments-official-confirms/) | No Expedia gift card sold for crypto found. The Global Hotel Card by Expedia sold by crypto gift card resellers is booked on globalhotelcard.com, not on expedia.com. A card funded from crypto is the remaining route. | | [Agoda](https://staysats.com/does/agoda-accept-crypto/) | No | — | Agoda's terms of use (Version 6.3, effective from July 10, 2026) require a credit card, debit card, digital wallet or another payment method Agoda accepts. No cryptocurrency is named. Agoda hotels became bookable in crypto on Travala, a separate site, in August 2020. | — | October 13, 2026 (official website) | [Agoda: Terms of use (clause 7.2)](https://www.agoda.com/en-gb/info/termsofuse.html) | Agoda Singapore gift card sold for crypto by a reseller: a single-use 100 SGD discount code, valid only in Singapore. It covers room charges of prepaid hotels with the Promotion Eligible banner, booked on the website, not the app. Sold out on October 12, 2026. | | [Airbnb](https://staysats.com/does/airbnb-accept-crypto/) | No | — | Airbnb's help page on accepted payment methods lists cards, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Klarna (USA and Canada) and local methods. It names no cryptocurrency. | — | October 12, 2026 (official website) | [Airbnb Help Center: Payment methods accepted](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/126) | Airbnb gift card bought with crypto from a gift card reseller. Airbnb's U.S. terms (updated July 29, 2025) limit U.S. cards to U.S. residents with a U.S. payment method. The reseller's copy of the terms adds: not for stays of 28 nights or longer, and at most 9 cards redeemed per day. | | [Booking.com](https://staysats.com/does/booking-com-accept-crypto/) | No | — | Booking.com's partner FAQ lists cards and cash. With Payments by Booking.com, it adds PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Alipay, WeChat, iDEAL, Venmo, Klarna, Affirm, PayPal Credit and Wallet credits. No cryptocurrency. | — | October 12, 2026 (official website) | [Booking.com for Partners: Payments by Booking.com (FAQ)](https://partner.booking.com/en-gb/solutions/payments-by-bookingcom) | No crypto route on Booking.com itself, and no gift card route found. Each property can turn on "credit card exceptions" in its Extranet for domestic, last-minute or short-notice guests: those guests book without card details and pay the property directly, by whatever method the property chooses. Separately, a partnership announced on November 29, 2019 made Booking.com listings bookable in crypto on Travala, a separate site. | | [Hotels.com](https://staysats.com/does/hotels-com-accept-crypto/) | No | — | No crypto payment method found. Hotels.com pages showed a bot check to our browser on October 12, 2026; the gift card reseller's page states that Hotels.com does not accept crypto. | — | October 12, 2026 (third party) | [Bitrefill: Hotels.com USD gift card](https://www.bitrefill.com/us/en/gift-cards/hotels_com-usa/) | Hotels.com USD gift card bought with crypto. It works on the U.S. site with an account set to USD, for new Pay Now hotel bookings only. Not for Pay at hotel, multi-product trips, phone or existing bookings; one card per online booking (cards can be merged up to $2,000). | | [Vrbo](https://staysats.com/does/vrbo-accept-crypto/) | No | — | No crypto payment method found. A search extract of Vrbo's help page Book online and pay securely names Visa, Mastercard and American Express. The page itself returned an error on October 12, 2026. | — | October 12, 2026 (our check) | [Vrbo Help: Book online and pay securely](https://help.vrbo.com/articles/How-do-I-pay-securely-for-a-vacation-rental) | — | Download the data: [JSON](https://staysats.com/data/hotel-crypto-acceptance.json) · [CSV](https://staysats.com/data/hotel-crypto-acceptance.csv) (CC BY 4.0) *Published by StaySats (TravelGoat LLC), which sells travel paid in crypto: we are not neutral. Each row is dated and links to its source; tell us when a status changes.* ## What did we find about the booking sites? One "reported", one "stopped" and five "no", as of October 13, 2026: - **Trip.com: reported.** The press says USDT and USDC work for prepaid bookings in some markets since October 9, 2025. The option depends on your IP address and is not offered in mainland China. Trip.com's own payment page, updated June 25, 2026, does not list them. [Does Trip.com accept crypto?](https://staysats.com/does/trip-com-accept-crypto/) - **Expedia: stopped.** Bitcoin through Coinbase for hotel bookings from June 11, 2014. Dropped in 2018: on May 10 per a spokesperson, on June 10 per customers. [Does Expedia accept crypto?](https://staysats.com/does/expedia-accept-crypto/) - **Airbnb: no.** Its payment help page names no coin. A gift card bought with crypto works for U.S. residents with a U.S. payment method. [Does Airbnb accept crypto?](https://staysats.com/does/airbnb-accept-crypto/) - **Booking.com: no.** Its partner FAQ lists cards, cash, wallets and pay-later methods. Its listings were added to Travala, a crypto travel site, in 2019. [Does Booking.com accept crypto?](https://staysats.com/does/booking-com-accept-crypto/) - **Agoda: no.** Its terms of use (version 6.3, in force since July 10, 2026) name cards and digital wallets, and no coin. [Does Agoda accept crypto?](https://staysats.com/does/agoda-accept-crypto/) - **Hotels.com: no method found.** A USD gift card bought with crypto works on its US site for Pay Now bookings. [Does Hotels.com accept crypto?](https://staysats.com/does/hotels-com-accept-crypto/) - **Vrbo: no method found.** Its policy forbids moving a payment off the platform, so a host asking for crypto breaks its rules. [Does Vrbo accept crypto?](https://staysats.com/does/vrbo-accept-crypto/) ## Do hotel groups and hotels accept crypto? 12 hotel groups and 3 hotels. Meliá is not checked yet, and Hyatt is not verified. A group row covers the group's own website, app and central reservations. One hotel of a brand may still take crypto at its desk if its owner decides so; such cases are listed as separate rows. | Name | Accepts crypto directly | How | Conditions | Dates | Checked | Source | Crypto workaround | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [PRINCESS No.3 (formerly Hotel Princess)](https://staysats.com/does/hotel-princess-plochingen-accept-crypto/) | Yes | BTC | Overnight stays and drinks at the Satoshi Bar; the bar also takes bitcoin over Lightning. The hotel's FAQ says stays and Satoshi Bar drinks can be paid in bitcoin. It now trades as PRINCESS No.3 and has no classic reception. Cards, Giropay, PayPal and Google Pay work online; cash does not. | — | October 12, 2026 (official website) | [PRINCESS No.3 (formerly Hotel Princess): FAQ](https://hotel-princess.de/faqs/) | — | | [The Kessler Collection](https://staysats.com/does/kessler-collection-accept-crypto/) | Yes | BitPay · BTC, BCH, ETH, DOGE, LTC, SHIB, WBTC, BUSD, DAI, GUSD, USDC, USDP | At check-out: tell the front desk you want to pay through BitPay. The group's BitPay page invites guests to tell the front desk at check-out that they want to pay in crypto. The press reported in March 2021 that its 8 corporate-owned hotels took crypto through BitPay. | 2021-03 | October 12, 2026 (official website) | [The Kessler Collection: Pay with BitPay](https://www.kesslercollection.com/bitpay/) | — | | Las Golondrinas Hotels | Reported (not confirmed on the official website) | USDT, USDC (Polkadot Asset Hub) | Direct bookings only; the launch release promised 20% off stays and in-house services paid this way. Announced on November 19, 2025 for its hotels in Argentina, Ecuador, El Salvador and the Dominican Republic. Guests pay with Nova Wallet or from exchanges such as Binance and KuCoin. Not confirmed on an official page of the group. | 2025-11 | October 12, 2026 (press) | [The Defiant (2025-11-19)](https://thedefiant.io/news/infrastructure/las-golondrinas-hotels-partners-with-polkadot-to-enable-stablecoin-payments-via-asset-hub) | — | | Hyatt | Not verified: hyatt.com showed a bot check (search extract only) | — | On October 12, 2026, Hyatt's help pages answered our reader with a bot check, so its payment FAQ could not be read on hyatt.com. A search engine's extract of that FAQ lists credit cards only (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB, Carte Blanche and the Hyatt Visa card) and no crypto method. A credit card is required for hyatt.com bookings; other card types need a call to Hyatt. | — | October 12, 2026 (search engine extract) | [Hyatt: Payment and cancellations FAQ (search extract; the page showed a bot check)](https://world.hyatt.com/content/help/en/faqs/payment-and-cancellation.html) | — | | Palazzo Versace Dubai | Announced in the past, not confirmed today | Binance · BTC | Rooms, restaurants, meetings, events and spa, paid on site in the Binance app (as reported in 2022). Reported in September 2022: bitcoin through the Binance app for rooms, dining, events and spa, from September 7, 2022. On October 12, 2026, the hotel's policies page named major credit cards and no crypto. | 2022-09-07 | October 12, 2026 (press) | [Bitcoin Magazine (2022-09-12)](https://bitcoinmagazine.com/business/palazzo-versace-dubai-now-accepts-bitcoin) | — | | [Accor](https://staysats.com/does/accor-accept-crypto/) | No | — | Accor's terms of sale (updated July 2026) list cards and wallets such as Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB, Diners, UnionPay, PayPal, Alipay and WeChat Pay. No crypto. | — | October 12, 2026 (official website) | [Accor: General terms and conditions of services (clause 4.3.1)](https://all.accor.com/a/en/information/internet-sales-conditions.html) | — | | [Best Western](https://staysats.com/does/best-western-accept-crypto/) | No | — | Best Western's FAQ, read on bestwestern.com on October 12, 2026, requires a credit card for all online hotel reservations and names no crypto method. Bitrefill's Best Western gift card listing also says that Best Western does not accept crypto. | — | October 12, 2026 (official website) | [Best Western: Frequently asked questions](https://www.bestwestern.com/en_US/customer-service/frequently-asked-questions.html) | A Best Western gift card bought with crypto on Bitrefill, from $50 to $1,000. The listing says it works only in the United States; its terms mention BWH hotels worldwide that accept the card. | | [Choice Hotels](https://staysats.com/does/choice-accept-crypto/) | No | — | Choice's FAQ asks for a credit card to guarantee a room, which is then held until 7 a.m. the day after arrival. You can give the card by phone instead of online. A credit card is asked again at check-in. No crypto. | — | October 12, 2026 (official website) | [Choice Hotels: FAQ](https://www.choicehotels.com/en-uk/support/faq) | — | | [Hilton](https://staysats.com/does/hilton-accept-crypto/) | No | — | Hilton's payment help page lists Hilton Honors points and major credit or debit cards. Be My Guest certificates work once checked in, and hotels in China take WeChat Pay and Alipay. No crypto. | — | October 12, 2026 (official website) | [Hilton Help Center: Payment for Hilton reservations](https://www.hilton.com/en/help-center/reservations/payment-for-hilton-reservations/) | — | | [IHG Hotels & Resorts](https://staysats.com/does/ihg-accept-crypto/) | No | — | IHG's customer care FAQ names no crypto. It asks for a credit card to secure a reservation, which makes the booking eligible for its Reservations Guarantee. | — | October 12, 2026 (official website) | [IHG Customer Care: Frequently asked questions](https://www.ihg.com/content/us/en/customer-care/frequently-asked-questions) | — | | [Marriott International](https://staysats.com/does/marriott-accept-crypto/) | No | — | Marriott's help center has no article on crypto (searches for "cryptocurrency" and "bitcoin" return nothing). It asks for a valid credit card to guarantee a booking; Marriott gift cards and Bonvoy points can pay the bill at the hotel. | — | October 12, 2026 (official website) | [Marriott Help: How can I book a reservation using a Marriott gift card?](https://help.marriott.com/s/article/book-reservation-using-marriott-gift-card) | A Marriott US gift card bought with crypto on Bitrefill (works only in the United States). Marriott says a gift card cannot book or guarantee a reservation. It pays the final bill at a participating hotel, and a credit card is still asked for incidentals. | | [Minor Hotels](https://staysats.com/does/minor-accept-crypto/) | No | — | Minor Hotels' booking terms (dated August 1, 2026) require a valid credit card in the guest's own name at booking. Card details go through an encrypting payment gateway. The terms name no crypto. | — | October 12, 2026 (official website) | [Minor Hotels: Terms and conditions](https://www.minorhotels.com/en/terms-and-conditions) | — | | [Radisson Hotel Group](https://staysats.com/does/radisson-accept-crypto/) | No | — | Radisson's FAQ names credit cards and no crypto payment. Its gift card in euros or pounds is gone: sold until May 1, 2020, usable until April 30, 2022, now expired. Bitcoin (XBT) appears only as a display currency in the website's currency menu. | — | October 12, 2026 (official website) | [Radisson Hotels: Frequently asked questions](https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/faq) | — | | [Wyndham Hotels & Resorts](https://staysats.com/does/wyndham-accept-crypto/) | No | — | Wyndham's FAQ says a credit card is required for all online reservations, which are automatically guaranteed to it. Depending on the rate, you pay at booking or on arrival. Paying for a stay in cash varies by hotel. No crypto. | — | October 12, 2026 (official website) | [Wyndham Hotels: Frequently asked questions](https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/en-uk/contact-us/faq) | — | | Meliá Hotels International | Not checked yet | — | Not verified: melia.com refused our requests (HTTP 403) on 2026-10-12, so no official payment page could be read. | — | — | — | — | *Published by StaySats (TravelGoat LLC), which sells travel paid in crypto: we are not neutral. Each row is dated and links to its source; tell us when a status changes.* ## Do Marriott, Hilton and the other big hotel chains accept crypto? Not at group level, as far as our searches found on October 13, 2026. 9 of the large groups below have no crypto payment method on their own website or app. Hyatt showed a bot check to our reader, so its row stays "Not verified"; a search extract of its FAQ names no coin. Each has its own page with the dated status, its deposit and debit card rules, and its sources: - [Marriott](https://staysats.com/does/marriott-accept-crypto/) and [Hilton](https://staysats.com/does/hilton-accept-crypto/) - [IHG](https://staysats.com/does/ihg-accept-crypto/) and [Accor](https://staysats.com/does/accor-accept-crypto/) - [Wyndham](https://staysats.com/does/wyndham-accept-crypto/) and [Choice Hotels](https://staysats.com/does/choice-accept-crypto/) - [Best Western](https://staysats.com/does/best-western-accept-crypto/) and [Radisson](https://staysats.com/does/radisson-accept-crypto/) - [Minor Hotels](https://staysats.com/does/minor-accept-crypto/) and Hyatt (Hyatt not verified) The two other group rows are The Kessler Collection, which takes crypto, and Meliá, which we have not checked yet. The hotels that take crypto are mostly independent or owner-run. They are in the second table and in the next section. ## Which hotels accept Bitcoin or crypto directly? Few, and mostly small groups or single hotels. As of October 13, 2026, two operators confirm it on their own pages, and two rest on the press: - **The Kessler Collection: yes.** Its page "Pay with BitPay" asks guests to tell the front desk at check-out. It lists 12 coins, including BTC, ETH and USDC, but no USDT. The press reported the start at its 8 corporate-owned US hotels in March 2021. [Does The Kessler Collection accept crypto?](https://staysats.com/does/kessler-collection-accept-crypto/) - **Hotel Princess, Plochingen, Germany: yes.** Its FAQ says stays and bar drinks can be paid in bitcoin, with Lightning at the bar. It now trades as PRINCESS No.3. [Does Hotel Princess accept crypto?](https://staysats.com/does/hotel-princess-plochingen-accept-crypto/) - **Las Golondrinas: reported.** A November 2025 press release announced USDT and USDC on Polkadot Asset Hub for direct bookings. - **Palazzo Versace Dubai: announced in 2022, not confirmed today.** Bitcoin through Binance was reported from September 7, 2022; its policies page now names cards only. ## What counts as "accepting crypto" in this index? A company accepts crypto only if its own checkout takes it. The rules we apply to every row: - **Direct.** The company's website, app or front desk takes the coins. It may use a payment processor it contracts, such as BitPay, Coinbase or Triple-A. This is the only case that can reach "Yes". - **Through an intermediary.** Another company takes your crypto and pays in normal money. Examples: a gift card reseller, a crypto card, or a crypto travel site such as Travala or StaySats. This is not acceptance. It appears in the "Crypto workaround" column or in the text, never in the status. - **Coins and networks.** We list the coins and the networks the source names. If a source names USDT without a network, the network cell stays empty: we never guess. - **Eligibility.** Who can use it: markets, IP address, residence, type of booking (prepaid or not) and currency. - **Dates.** Start and end dates as published. When sources disagree, we show both dates, as for Expedia in 2018. ## What do the status levels and evidence types mean? **Yes** — The company's own website, app or desk takes crypto today, and an official page says so. **Reported (not confirmed on the official website)** — The press reports that crypto works, but the company has not published it. Trip.com is in this case. **Announced in the past, not confirmed today** — Crypto was announced years ago, and we could not confirm on an official page that it still works. **Not verified (bot check)** — The company's site showed a bot check to our reader, so we could not read its payment pages. We give no yes or no. Hyatt is in this case. **Stopped** — The company took crypto, then stopped. The end date is shown when known. **No** — We found no crypto method on the company's payment pages or terms on the date of our check. **Not checked yet** — We have not checked this row yet. It is not a "no". **Official website** — Evidence read on the company's own help, payment, terms or partner pages. **Press** — Evidence from news articles, with their date. Used for history and for reported options. **Third party** — Evidence from another company, such as a gift card reseller, when the company's own pages could not be read. **Search engine extract** — A search engine's copy of an official page, used only when the company's site refused our reader. It is weaker than the page itself, so the row says so. **Our check** — Our own reading of public pages and search results on the date shown, when no single source settles the question. ## How was the index built? We chose rows by demand and by size. The 7 booking sites are the ones named most often in travellers' questions about paying in crypto, in our study of 80 common questions. The 12 hotel groups are large international groups plus one US group reported to take crypto. The 3 hotels are properties that announced crypto payments in the press. For each booking site, on October 13, 2026, we read the payment help pages, the terms of use or the partner pages. We also searched for any announcement. Where a site blocked our browser, we say so on the row and lower the evidence level. Expedia and Hotels.com showed a bot check, and Vrbo's payment help page returned an error. Press articles give the history and the reported options; each is dated in the sources. Meliá's payment pages could not be read, so its row stays "Not checked yet". This version reads published pages only. It contains no test payments and no checkout screenshots. ## How often is the index updated? Every month, plus an extra update when a company announces a change. A change can be a new payment method, an end of crypto payments, or a new processor. The "checked" date of a row moves only when we check that row again. The page date changes only when a status, a source or a condition changes. Changes are listed in our [changelog](https://staysats.com/changelog/). If you see a status that is out of date, write to support@staysats.com with a link to the source. We check it and update the row with the date of our check. ## What does this index not tell you? Five limits apply: - **Rules change.** A payment page can change at any time. Check the checkout before you pay. - **"No" means "not found".** A company may accept crypto in a market we could not see, or through a sales team. We report what its public pages say. - **Some rows rest on the press.** Trip.com and Expedia rest on news articles. Each company either did not publish the information or blocked our browser. - **One hotel is not its group.** A hotel of a big brand may take crypto at its desk while its group does not. The reverse can also happen. - **No prices.** This index says who accepts crypto, not who is cheaper. We make no price claim here. ## Where does StaySats fit? (our offer, marked) StaySats is not a row of this index: it is the publisher. We sell hotel bookings paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on Tron (TRC-20) or Ethereum (ERC-20). You top up a balance from $25, and at checkout the exact total of the stay is held. We book the room on request and confirm the final total with the hotel. Your balance is charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued, and released at once if we can't confirm. We pay the hotel in its local currency, so the hotel does not need to accept crypto. That is why a hotel we sell never appears here as "accepts crypto". Read [how it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/) and our [pricing](https://staysats.com/pricing/) rules. To compare the companies behind crypto travel sites, us included, see the [crypto travel seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/). ## How do I cite this index? License: CC BY 4.0. You may copy, share and adapt the data, also for commercial use, with credit to StaySats. Use this line: > Source: StaySats, *Hotel & Booking-Site Crypto Acceptance Index* (checked October 13, 2026), CC BY 4.0, https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/. A link is appreciated; any rel attribute is fine. The full table is available as [JSON](https://staysats.com/data/hotel-crypto-acceptance.json) and [CSV](https://staysats.com/data/hotel-crypto-acceptance.csv), with one line per row, its status, dates, evidence and source. For a single company, also link the company's own page, because payment pages change. All our open data files are listed on the [data page](https://staysats.com/data/). Written by the StaySats research desk (TravelGoat LLC); named reviewers will be listed here when appointed. ## Crypto acceptance: common questions ### Does Booking.com accept crypto? No. On October 13, 2026, Booking.com's partner FAQ listed cards, cash, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Alipay, Klarna, Affirm and other methods, but no cryptocurrency. Booking.com listings were added to Travala, a separate crypto travel site, under a deal announced in November 2019. [Full answer](https://staysats.com/does/booking-com-accept-crypto/). ### Does Airbnb accept crypto? No. Airbnb's help page on payment methods names no cryptocurrency, as of October 13, 2026. People who live in the U.S. and hold a U.S. payment method can buy an Airbnb gift card with crypto. The three workarounds are compared on [does Airbnb accept crypto?](https://staysats.com/does/airbnb-accept-crypto/) ### Does Expedia accept bitcoin? Not anymore. Expedia took bitcoin for hotel bookings through Coinbase from June 11, 2014. It stopped in 2018: an Expedia spokesperson gave May 10, 2018, and customers reported June 10. We found no newer crypto option on Expedia, and no Expedia gift card sold for crypto that works on expedia.com. [Full answer](https://staysats.com/does/expedia-accept-crypto/). ### Does Trip.com accept USDT? Reportedly yes, in some markets. In December 2025, the South China Morning Post reported that Trip.com takes USDT and USDC for prepaid bookings. The option started on October 9, 2025 and depends on your IP address. Trip.com has not published it on its payment page, so our status is "reported". [Full answer](https://staysats.com/does/trip-com-accept-crypto/). ### Does Marriott accept crypto? We found no group-wide crypto payment method announced by Marriott International as of October 13, 2026. A group row covers its own website and app; a single hotel may decide differently. The dated status and its source are on [does Marriott accept crypto?](https://staysats.com/does/marriott-accept-crypto/) ### Does Hilton accept crypto? We found no group-wide crypto payment method announced by Hilton as of October 13, 2026. If a crypto travel site sells a Hilton hotel, that site takes the crypto and pays in normal money: an intermediary, not Hilton accepting crypto. Status and source: [does Hilton accept crypto?](https://staysats.com/does/hilton-accept-crypto/) ### Do Hotels.com, Agoda or Vrbo accept crypto? No crypto method was found on any of the three on October 13, 2026. Hotels.com sells USD gift cards that resellers offer for crypto, valid on its US site. Agoda's terms name cards and wallets only. Vrbo forbids moving a payment off its platform. Details: [Hotels.com](https://staysats.com/does/hotels-com-accept-crypto/), [Agoda](https://staysats.com/does/agoda-accept-crypto/), [Vrbo](https://staysats.com/does/vrbo-accept-crypto/). ### Which hotels accept bitcoin directly? Mostly independent hotels and small groups, not the big chains. Two confirm it on their own pages: The Kessler Collection, through BitPay, and Hotel Princess in Plochingen, Germany, in bitcoin. Palazzo Versace Dubai announced bitcoin in 2022, but its own pages no longer show it. The second table lists every row with its date and source. ### Is a gift card bought with crypto the same as accepting crypto? No. With a gift card, a reseller takes your crypto and the booking site receives a gift card payment. We list these routes in the workaround column, with their conditions, such as U.S. residence for Airbnb or a USD account for Hotels.com. They never change a status to "yes". ### Can I use this data in an article or an app? Yes. The index is published under CC BY 4.0: you may reuse and adapt it with credit to StaySats; a link to this page is appreciated. Download the [JSON](https://staysats.com/data/hotel-crypto-acceptance.json) or [CSV](https://staysats.com/data/hotel-crypto-acceptance.csv) file. Keep the check date of each row, because payment rules change. ## Sources 1. [Payment methods accepted](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/126) — Airbnb Help Center (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [U.S. Gift Card Terms and Conditions](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2872) — Airbnb Help Center (checked 2026-10-12) 3. [Payments by Booking.com (FAQ: Which payment methods can I offer?)](https://partner.booking.com/en-gb/solutions/payments-by-bookingcom) — Booking.com for Partners (checked 2026-10-12) 4. [Expedia Drops Bitcoin Payments, Official Confirms](https://news.bitcoin.com/expedia-drops-bitcoin-payments-official-confirms/) — news.Bitcoin.com, June 30, 2018 (checked 2026-10-12) 5. [Bitcoin Vacation: Expedia Now Accepts Cryptocurrency for Hotel Bookings](https://www.nbcnews.com/tech/innovation/bitcoin-vacation-expedia-now-accepts-cryptocurrency-hotel-bookings-n128351) — NBC News, June 11, 2014 (checked 2026-10-12) 6. [Terms of use (version 6.3, effective July 10, 2026)](https://www.agoda.com/en-gb/info/termsofuse.html) — Agoda (checked 2026-10-12) 7. [Trip.com tests stablecoin payments overseas, offering USDT and USDC for prepaid bookings](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/trip-com-tests-stablecoin-payments-093000388.html) — South China Morning Post via Yahoo Finance, December 29, 2025 (checked 2026-10-12) 8. [Trip.com Payment Methods: PayPal, Pay Later & All Options](https://www.trip.com/ask/questions/trip.com-payment-methods.html) — Trip.com, updated June 25, 2026 (checked 2026-10-12) 9. [Trip.com USDT and USDC test (Foresight News)](https://grenade.tw/blog/trip-com-usdt-usdc/) — grenade.tw, December 26, 2025 (checked 2026-10-12) 10. [Hotels.com USD gift card](https://www.bitrefill.com/us/en/gift-cards/hotels_com-usa/) — Bitrefill (checked 2026-10-12) 11. [Off-Platform Booking Policy](https://www.vrbo.com/tlp/trust-and-safety/offline-booking-policy) — Vrbo (Expedia Group) (checked 2026-10-12) 12. [Travala.com & Booking.com Strategic Partnership Targets Massive Crypto Adoption](https://www.hospitalitynet.org/news/4096047.html) — Hospitality Net, November 29, 2019 (checked 2026-10-12) **Book a hotel with crypto, wherever the hotel stands** We pay the hotel in local currency; you pay us in BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC. The total is held until the hotel confirms. [Search hotels](https://staysats.com/hotels/) · [How it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Do hotels require ID? Check-in rules in 13 countries > Do hotels require ID? Guest registration laws in 13 countries, official sources checked October 12, 2026: passport copies in Japan, police reports in Italy. - URL: https://staysats.com/hotel-id-rules/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Hotels check ID because the law of the country tells them to, not because of how you paid. This table lists the guest registration rule of 13 countries, with the official source of each. It also shows what StaySats sends to the hotel when you book in crypto. **Quick answer — Do hotels require ID?** Yes, in most countries. As of October 12, 2026, 11 of the 13 countries in our table have a standing law that makes hotels record foreign guests. Japan copies the passport of visitors who live abroad. Paying in crypto changes none of this: **StaySats** asks for no ID upload, and the hotel checks your ID at the desk. ## Hotel ID rules at a glance (October 12, 2026) | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Countries in the table | 13, each with an official or legal source | | Standing rule for foreign guests | 11: Japan, Spain, Italy, France, Germany, Portugal, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, China, United Kingdom | | Rule only during an alert | South Korea: passport check when a health or terror alert is at "caution" or higher | | No national rule found | United States: rules come from cities, states and each hotel | | Shortest reporting deadline | Vietnam: 12 hours (24 hours in remote areas) | | Passport copy named in the rule | Japan, for foreign guests with no address in Japan | | Rule that covers every guest, not only foreigners | Spain, Italy, United Kingdom | | Not in the table yet | Greece and the United Arab Emirates: no official source we could read | | What StaySats asks | The lead guest's name and an email address; no ID upload, no selfie | ## Guest registration rules by country (checked October 12, 2026) The rule each hotel must apply by law, in plain words. Hotels may ask for more under their own policy, such as a card in the same name. *StaySats, hotel ID rules by country, checked October 12, 2026.* | Country | What the guest must show or give | What the hotel does with it | Legal basis | Source | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Japan | Foreign guests with no address in Japan: nationality, passport number and the passport itself | Writes them in the guest register and keeps a copy of the passport (since April 1, 2005) | Hotel Business Act and its enforcement rules | [Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare](https://www.mhlw.go.jp/stf/seisakunitsuite/bunya/0000130600_00001.html) | | Spain | Every guest: ID document type and number, nationality, date of birth, address, phone and email | Sends them, with the payment data, to the Ministry of the Interior within 24 hours; keeps them 3 years | Royal Decree 933/2021 | [BOE](https://www.boe.es/buscar/act.php?id=BOE-A-2021-17461) | | Italy | Every guest: an identity card or another valid document | Reports the guests to the police (Questura) within 24 hours, or on arrival for stays under 24 hours, through Alloggiati Web | Article 109, TULPS (Royal Decree 773/1931) | [Polizia di Stato, Alloggiati Web](https://alloggiatiweb.poliziadistato.it/PortaleAlloggiati/) | | France | Foreign guests, EU citizens included: a signed individual police form | Keeps the form and hands it to the police only on request | Articles R814-1 to R814-3, CESEDA | [Service-Public](https://entreprendre.service-public.gouv.fr/vosdroits/F33458?lang=en) | | Germany | Foreign guests: a signed registration form and a valid passport or passport substitute | Checks the document at check-in and keeps the form | Section 29, Federal Registration Act (BMG) | [gesetze-im-internet.de](https://www.gesetze-im-internet.de/bmg/__29.html) | | Portugal | Each foreign guest, EU citizens included: a signed accommodation form (boletim de alojamento) | Sends it to the immigration authorities through the SIBA system within 3 working days | Articles 15 and 16, Law 23/2007; Ordinance 415/2008 | [Diário da República](https://diariodarepublica.pt/dr/detalhe/portaria/415-2008-449466) | | Thailand | Foreign guests: passport details | Notifies immigration within 24 hours of arrival | Section 38, Immigration Act of 1979 | [Thailand Board of Investment](https://osos.boi.go.th/EN/faq-group/35/The-notification-of-residence-of-foreign-nationals-within-24/) | | Indonesia | Foreign guests: passport | Registers them in the immigration app APOA at check-in and check-out | Article 72, Law 6/2011, amended by Law 63/2024 | [ANTARA (2025-03-27)](https://papua.antaranews.com/berita/740385/ditjen-imigrasi-minta-pengelola-penginapan-wajib-laporkan-keberadaan-tamu-asing-lewat-apoa) | | Vietnam | Foreign guests: passport details | Declares their temporary residence to the local police within 12 hours (24 hours in remote areas) | Article 33, Law 47/2014 on foreigners | [Law 47/2014 (LuatVietnam)](https://english.luatvietnam.vn/law-no-47-2014-qh13-on-entry-exit-transit-and-residence-of-foreigners-in-vietnam-87925-doc1.html) | | China | Foreign guests: passport | Registers them and sends the data to the local public security office | Article 39, Exit and Entry Administration Law | [National Immigration Administration](https://en.nia.gov.cn/n147423/n147478/n147715/c158241/content.html) | | South Korea | Only during a "caution" or higher health or terror alert: short-term foreign visitors show their passport | Reports them to the Ministry of Justice within 12 hours; no duty in normal times | Article 81-3, Immigration Act | [Korea Immigration Service Q&A (2020-12-09)](https://www.immigration.go.kr/bbs/moj/184/539853/artclView.do) | | United States | No national rule found; each hotel sets its ID and minimum age policy | Some cities require a guest register, such as Los Angeles (kept 90 days) | Local codes; City of Los Angeles v. Patel (2015) | [Supreme Court opinion (LII)](https://www.law.cornell.edu/supremecourt/text/13-1175) | | United Kingdom | Every guest aged 16 or over: full name and nationality; guests the law calls "aliens" also give a passport number | Keeps a written record for at least 12 months, open to the police | Immigration (Hotel Records) Order 1972 | [legislation.gov.uk](https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1972/1689/made) | ## What does StaySats send to the hotel? The lead guest's name, sent with the booking we make for you on request. At checkout we ask for the lead guest's name and an email address; no ID upload and no selfie at checkout. We never ask for a passport scan, an ID upload or a selfie, and we keep no copy of your documents. This is a private checkout, not anonymity. The hotel still applies the law of its country at the front desk, and blockchain payments are public. More on this: [is it safe to book hotels with crypto?](https://staysats.com/is-it-safe-to-book-hotels-with-crypto/) ## Does the name on the booking have to match my passport? Yes, book in the exact name on the ID you will show. Hotel groups check that names match: - **Choice Hotels** asks for a government-issued ID and a credit card whose names match the reservation. - **Minor Hotels** asks for a passport or government ID card, and the booking card must match it. - **Hilton** says the card used to pay must match the name on the reservation. A spelling error can delay your check-in. Copy your name from the passport, including middle names, when you book with StaySats. ## Which countries ask for a passport copy or police report? Japan names a passport copy in its rule; the others name a register or a report. In Japan, foreign guests with no address in the country show their passport, and the hotel copies it. A Japanese resident address on the register removes that step. Italy, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia and China send foreign guest data to the police or to immigration within a set time. France and the United Kingdom keep records that the police can inspect. Germany checks the passport of foreign guests against a signed form. ## Why can't StaySats sell hotels in Spain yet? Because Spain's rule also covers us. Royal Decree 933/2021 applies to companies that run **or intermediate** accommodation, including online platforms. They must send booking, guest and payment data to the Ministry of the Interior within 24 hours. We have not finished that registration. Until then, hotels in Spain are not available yet, until our registration with Spain's guest register (SES.HOSPEDAJES) is done. The full list of places we can't sell is on our [where we can't sell hotels](https://staysats.com/where-we-cant-sell-hotels/) page. ## What about the United States? We found no federal law that tells hotels to register guests. Rules come from cities and from each hotel. Los Angeles requires hotels to keep guest records for 90 days. In 2015, the Supreme Court struck down the part that let police inspect them without a chance of review (City of Los Angeles v. Patel). Minimum check-in age is a hotel policy: - **Marriott:** set by each hotel; some accept guests from 18. - **Choice Hotels:** most hotels want a lone guest to be at least 19; some ask for 21. - **Radisson:** most hotels set 21 to reserve a room. - **Hilton:** varies by hotel, listed in each hotel's policies. ## How did we check these rules? On October 12, 2026, we read the law or an official page for each country. Our sources are ministries, the police, immigration services and official journals. For Indonesia, the rule is quoted from the national news agency ANTARA. For Vietnam, we read an English translation of the 2014 law, which has been amended since. Limits: we summarize; we do not give legal advice. Rules change, and a hotel can ask for more than the law requires. We left out Greece and the United Arab Emirates because we could not read an official source today. We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto; this page is general information. Written by the StaySats research desk (TravelGoat LLC); named reviewers will be listed here when appointed. ## Hotel ID rules: questions ### Do you need ID to check into a hotel? Yes. In 11 of the 13 countries in our table, a law makes hotels record foreign guests. Elsewhere, as in the United States, ID is a hotel policy. Choice Hotels, for example, asks for a government-issued ID that matches the reservation. Paying in crypto changes none of this. ### Do I need a passport to check in at a hotel abroad? Usually yes. In 11 of the 13 countries in our table, the law makes hotels record foreign guests, and a passport is the normal document for that. Inside your own country, a national ID card often works. Always carry the document you used for the booking name. ### Will a Japanese hotel copy my passport? Yes, if you have no address in Japan. Japan's Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare says lodgings must record the nationality and passport number of these guests. The presentation and photocopying of the passport are also required. Japanese residents give their address instead. ### Does paying with crypto mean the hotel will not check my ID? No. ID checks depend on the country's law and the hotel's policy, not on how you paid. StaySats asks for no ID upload and no selfie at checkout, but the hotel checks your ID at check-in where the law requires it. Bring the document that matches your booking name. ### Can I check in with a driver's license instead of a passport? Sometimes, in your own country. Foreign guests usually need a passport: Germany asks for a passport or passport substitute, and Japan asks foreign non-residents for the passport itself. Hotels in the United States set their own ID policy. Ask the hotel before you travel. ### Does StaySats keep a copy of my passport? No. We ask only for the lead guest's name and an email address. We never ask for a passport scan, an ID upload or a selfie. The hotel collects your ID details at the front desk, under its country's law. ### Is the UK hotel register still a legal rule? Yes. The Immigration (Hotel Records) Order 1972 makes every guest aged 16 or over give a full name and nationality. Guests the order calls "aliens" also give a passport number and place of issue. The hotel keeps the record for at least 12 months, open to the police. ### Why does a Thai or Vietnamese hotel need my passport? To report you to the authorities. Thailand's Immigration Act makes hotel managers notify immigration within 24 hours of a foreign guest's arrival. Vietnam's law on foreigners makes accommodation declare foreign guests to the police within 12 hours, or 24 hours in remote areas. ### Can I book a hotel in Spain with StaySats? Not yet. Spain's Royal Decree 933/2021 makes booking intermediaries send guest and payment data to the Ministry of the Interior within 24 hours. Our registration is not done, so we do not sell hotels in Spain for now. Other countries in this table are open. ## Sources (checked October 12, 2026) 1. [Guidance on passport presentation and copies for foreign guests without an address in Japan](https://www.mhlw.go.jp/stf/seisakunitsuite/bunya/0000130600_00001.html) — Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (Japan) (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [Notice on hotel guest registers from April 1, 2005](https://www.mhlw.go.jp/topics/2005/03/tp0331-1.html) — Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (Japan) (checked 2026-10-12) 3. [Real Decreto 933/2021](https://www.boe.es/buscar/act.php?id=BOE-A-2021-17461) — BOE (Spain) (checked 2026-10-12) 4. [Alloggiati Web](https://alloggiatiweb.poliziadistato.it/PortaleAlloggiati/) — Polizia di Stato (Italy) (checked 2026-10-12) 5. [Who has to get a foreign tourist to fill out an individual police form?](https://entreprendre.service-public.gouv.fr/vosdroits/F33458?lang=en) — Service-Public (France) (checked 2026-10-12) 6. [Fiche individuelle de police pour les clients étrangers](https://www.cnil.fr/en/cnil-direct/question/touriste-etranger-en-france-la-fiche-de-police-dans-les-etablissements-de) — CNIL (France) (checked 2026-10-12) 7. [§ 29 Bundesmeldegesetz](https://www.gesetze-im-internet.de/bmg/__29.html) — gesetze-im-internet.de (Germany) (checked 2026-10-12) 8. [Portaria n.º 415/2008](https://diariodarepublica.pt/dr/detalhe/portaria/415-2008-449466) — Diário da República (Portugal) (checked 2026-10-12) 9. [The notification of residence of foreign nationals within 24 hours](https://osos.boi.go.th/EN/faq-group/35/The-notification-of-residence-of-foreign-nationals-within-24/) — Thailand Board of Investment (checked 2026-10-12) 10. [Ditjen Imigrasi minta pengelola penginapan wajib laporkan keberadaan tamu asing lewat APOA](https://papua.antaranews.com/berita/740385/ditjen-imigrasi-minta-pengelola-penginapan-wajib-laporkan-keberadaan-tamu-asing-lewat-apoa) — ANTARA (Indonesia) (2025-03-27) 11. [Kanim Dabo Singkep sosialisasikan APOA](https://imigrasi.go.id/berita/2021/06/29/kanim-dabo-singkep-sosialisasikan-apoa) — Directorate General of Immigration (Indonesia) (checked 2026-10-12) 12. [Law No. 47/2014/QH13 on entry, exit, transit and residence of foreigners in Vietnam](https://english.luatvietnam.vn/law-no-47-2014-qh13-on-entry-exit-transit-and-residence-of-foreigners-in-vietnam-87925-doc1.html) — LuatVietnam (English translation) (checked 2026-10-12) 13. [Regulations on Filing Accommodation Registration for Foreigners](https://en.nia.gov.cn/n147423/n147478/n147715/c158241/content.html) — National Immigration Administration (China) (checked 2026-10-12) 14. [Q&A on the short-term foreign guest lodging report system](https://www.immigration.go.kr/bbs/moj/184/539853/artclView.do) — Korea Immigration Service (2020-12-09) 15. [City of Los Angeles v. Patel, 576 U.S. 409 (2015)](https://www.law.cornell.edu/supremecourt/text/13-1175) — Legal Information Institute (checked 2026-10-12) 16. [The Immigration (Hotel Records) Order 1972](https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1972/1689/made) — legislation.gov.uk (checked 2026-10-12) 17. [What Is the Minimum Age Required to Check In?](https://help.marriott.com/s/article/minimum-age-required-check-in) — Marriott Help (checked 2026-10-12) 18. [FAQ's and Help](https://www.choicehotels.com/en-uk/support/faq) — Choice Hotels (checked 2026-10-12) **Book in the name on your passport, pay in crypto** No ID upload at checkout. Top up from $25; the total is held, not charged, until the hotel confirms. [Search hotels](https://staysats.com/hotels/) · [Check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # How much does a hotel hold on your card for incidentals? > Hotel incidental hold: what 10 hotel groups say about the amount, extras covered, debit cards and release time, plus 4 example hotels. - URL: https://staysats.com/hotel-incidental-hold/ - Last updated: 2026-10-13 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) An incidental hold is money the front desk blocks on your card at check-in, in case you add extras. Here is what large hotel groups say about the amount, the card and the release. Published by StaySats, a hotel booking site paid in crypto. **Quick answer — How much does a hotel hold on your card for incidentals?** It depends on each hotel. As of October 13, 2026, none of the 10 hotel groups in our check-in table sets one amount for all its hotels. The hold covers the room if unpaid, taxes and extras such as minibar or parking. Hotels release it at check-out, and banks take from 1 to 30 days to free the money. ## The incidental hold in short | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | One amount for every hotel of a group | None of 10 groups (as of October 13, 2026) | | Smallest figure a group prints | $1, Minor Hotels, in Australia and New Zealand only | | Nightly amounts printed by single hotels | $75 to $150 a night at the 4 example hotels below; suites can cost more | | Is the hold a charge? | No: an authorization; you pay the final bill, not the hold | | Credit card only for the hold | Radisson; Choice asks for a credit card at check-in | | Fastest release a group names | Accor: usually 24 to 48 hours after the hotel asks the bank | | Slowest release a group names | 30 days: Wyndham deposit refunds, Marriott holds on foreign cards | ## What are hotel incidentals? Incidentals are the extras you put on your room bill, on top of the room rate. Each group lists its own examples: - **Marriott:** room service, parking and minibar purchases. - **Hilton:** gratuities, food and drink, parking, room service and the minibar. - **Accor:** breakfast when the rate leaves it out, the restaurant, the bar and the local tourist tax. - **Minor Hotels:** incidental charges and any damage you cause during the stay. Single hotels can add more. Arlo Hotels, with hotels in New York, Chicago, Washington DC and Miami, names late check-out and smoking in the room. The incidental hold is the money the hotel sets aside for these extras. Marriott says you are not billed for it unless the incidentals become an actual charge. ## How does a hotel security deposit work? It is an authorization, not a payment. Nebraska's Department of Banking and Finance calls a hold "a temporary authorization", not the final payment. Your balance does not move, but the amount you can spend drops. 1. **At check-in,** the hotel asks your bank to reserve the room total if unpaid, the taxes and a sum for extras. 2. **During the stay,** extras are counted against that sum. Arlo Hotels, for one, adds a fresh hold when you spend more. 3. **At check-out,** the hotel charges the final bill. That charge replaces the hold, and the rest is let go. 4. **After you leave,** your bank, not the hotel, decides when the money is free again. Accor's terms of sale show the math with an example. Two nights at €130 plus €40 of estimated extras make a €300 authorization request. The sum for extras is set by each hotel, from the number of guests and nights. ## What each hotel group says about the hold Six groups that publish a rule on the amount, the extras or the release, read on their own pages on October 13, 2026. Our [check-in table](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/) has all 10 groups, with debit and cash columns. | Hotel group | Who sets the amount | What the hold covers | Card for the hold | When the money comes back | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Marriott](https://staysats.com/does/marriott-accept-crypto/) | Each hotel picks a daily sum | Room rate, taxes, room service, parking, minibar | Credit or debit | Most banks: 3–7 business days after check-out; banks abroad: up to 30 days | | [Hilton](https://staysats.com/does/hilton-accept-crypto/) | The hotel, from the bill it expects | Tips, food and drink, parking; prepaid stays included | Bookings: major credit and debit cards | Within 72 hours after check-out; some card providers take longer | | [Accor](https://staysats.com/does/accor-accept-crypto/) | Each hotel: up to the stay plus a sum set by guests and nights | Breakfast if not in the rate, restaurant, bar, tourist tax | The credit or debit card used to book | Usually 24–48 hours; 7 business days or more at some banks | | [Radisson](https://staysats.com/does/radisson-accept-crypto/) | Each hotel, from the length of stay | Enough to settle the final bill | Credit cards only | Up to five days after you leave | | [Minor Hotels](https://staysats.com/does/minor-accept-crypto/) | Shown while you book; $1 in Australia and New Zealand | Extras and any damage, plus excessive cleaning | Credit card | Your bank's call; up to 10 working days in Australia and New Zealand | | [Wyndham](https://staysats.com/does/wyndham-accept-crypto/) | Not stated | Not stated | Not stated | A deposit refund: up to 30 days | As of October 13, 2026, our [check-in table](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/) lists IHG, Hyatt and Best Western as leaving the deposit to each hotel, with no release time. Choice asks for a credit card at check-in. Accor's release time comes from section 4.3.4 of its terms. ## How much do hotels hold per night? Four example hotels Some single hotels print their figure. These are examples, not group rules: Marriott, for one, leaves the daily sum to each hotel. ### Example hotels with a published incidental hold (checked October 13, 2026) | Hotel | City | Hold for incidentals | Source | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | MGM Grand Hotel & Casino | Las Vegas | $100 per room per night; $400 for Prime Suites, $500 for Skylofts | [Hotel page on marriott.com](https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/lasgm-mgm-grand-hotel-and-casino/rooms/) | | New York-New York Hotel & Casino | Las Vegas | $75 per room per night; $500 for the Penthouse Suite | [Hotel page on marriott.com](https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/lasny-new-york-new-york-hotel-and-casino-mgm-collection/rooms/) | | Arlo Washington DC | Washington, DC | $75 per night, capped at $500 | [Arlo Hotels policy](https://arlohotels.com/policies/incidentals-and-holds-policy/) | | Arlo Williamsburg | New York | $150 per night, capped at $500 | [Arlo Hotels policy](https://arlohotels.com/policies/incidentals-and-holds-policy/) | Arlo blocks a per-night hold for the whole stay at check-in: four nights at Arlo Washington DC mean $300. Its New York hotels in Midtown, NoMad and SoHo hold $100 for the entire stay. ## Can I use a debit card for the hotel deposit? Often yes, but the hold then blocks your own money. Nebraska's banking regulator explains why. A debit hold lowers your available balance, because the money sits in your checking account. A credit hold only lowers your available credit. Its example: with $200 in your account and a $100 hotel hold, you can spend $100 until the hold ends. What the groups say: - **Marriott:** the hold goes on a credit or debit card. - **Accor:** bring the credit or debit card used to book or prepay. - **Hilton:** major credit and debit cards for bookings; each hotel lists what it takes. - **Radisson:** its participating hotels take only credit cards for the pre-authorization. - **Choice:** a credit card at check-in, with a government-issued ID. Arlo Hotels adds two warnings. Debit holds usually take longer to clear than credit ones. Gift cards and reloadable debit cards do not work for its hold. ## How long does a hotel hold take to come back? Usually a few days after check-out, sometimes a month. The hotel ends the hold when you leave, but your bank sets the pace. Marriott says the timing depends entirely on your bank. Nebraska's regulator puts hotel holds at check-out plus a few days, often 3 to 7. Three things slow it down: - **A card from a foreign bank.** Marriott says up to 30 days. - **A debit card.** Arlo Hotels says debit holds usually clear more slowly than credit card holds. - **Paying with another card.** Radisson lets you settle the final bill with a different card. Ask the desk to release the first hold too. Is the money still blocked after a week? Nebraska's regulator suggests asking the hotel whether it completed or cancelled the charge. Then call your bank: some banks need a release from the merchant. Each group's own times are in the table above. ## Does a prepaid room remove the incidental hold? No. Hilton states it for stays paid in advance: at check-in, the hotel may still put a hold on your card for incidentals. Paying ahead with StaySats does not remove the hotel's incidental deposit at check-in. What prepaying changes is the room part. With StaySats, you pay the stay in crypto before you travel, so the hold at the desk should only cover extras. Bookings are made on request: we book the room once you order, then confirm the final total with the hotel. If that total is higher, you accept it or the amount is released. Your balance is held, not charged, until the hotel confirmation number is issued. At the desk, the hotel may ask for a card or a cash deposit for extras, and it checks your ID. See [how it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/) for each step, and [hotel ID rules](https://staysats.com/hotel-id-rules/) for the documents. ## Hotel incidental hold: questions ### Do hotels take credit cards? Yes, and many ask for one. Hilton accepts major credit and debit cards for bookings. Wyndham needs a credit card for every online reservation. IHG says a credit card secures your booking, and Choice asks for one at check-in. Radisson takes only credit cards for its check-in hold, so carry one if you can. ### Is the incidental hold charged to my card? No, not unless you spend it. Marriott says you are not billed for the hold unless incidentals become an actual charge. Radisson's FAQ adds that no money is taken: the hold shows as a pending transaction. At check-out, the hotel charges your final bill, and the unused part of the hold is let go. ### Why is the hold bigger than my bill? Because the hotel estimates extras before you use them. Hilton says the hotel may authorize the amount it expects you to owe, estimated incidentals included. A per-night hold is often taken for the whole stay at once. Arlo Hotels says four nights at its Washington DC hotel mean a $300 hold at check-in. ### Can the hotel take money from the hold for damage? Yes, where its terms say so. Minor Hotels' terms say the deposit covers incidental charges and any damage you cause. Guests also pay for excessive cleaning, taken from the card pre-authorization. Arlo Hotels lists room damage, smoking included. Ask for an itemized bill at check-out and compare it with your card statement. ### Can I pay the final bill with a different card? Often yes. Radisson's FAQ says you can use a different card to pay your final bill. Arlo Hotels says the card for its hold does not need to be the card that paid the stay. Ask the desk to cancel the first hold, so two cards are not blocked at the same time. ### Can I use a prepaid or gift card for the incidental hold? Do not count on it. Arlo Hotels refuses gift cards for its hold, reloadable gift cards and reloadable debit cards included. The large hotel groups we checked say nothing about prepaid cards either way. Ask the hotel in writing before you travel, and carry a credit card as a backup. ## How to cite the hold data The group columns shared with our check-in table come from its open dataset, published under CC BY 4.0. Cite it with the date of our check: > Source: StaySats (TravelGoat LLC), *Hotel Check-in Without a Credit Card* (checked October 13, 2026), CC BY 4.0, https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/. The files are [JSON](https://staysats.com/data/hotel-check-in-deposits.json) and [CSV](https://staysats.com/data/hotel-check-in-deposits.csv). For other facts, including the example hotels, cite the source pages listed below. > **Disclosure** We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto. The hotel groups and hotels on this page are not our partners and did not review it. Every fact links to their own pages, to a public regulator or to our check-in table. Written by the StaySats research desk, TravelGoat LLC. ## Sources (checked October 13, 2026) 1. [What Is an Incidental Hold?](https://help.marriott.com/s/article/what-is-incidental-hold) — Marriott Help (checked 2026-10-13) 2. [Hilton Payment FAQs](https://www.hilton.com/en/hilton-honors/payment-security/) — Hilton (checked 2026-10-13) 3. [General terms and conditions of services (section 4.3.4, Pre-authorisation)](https://all.accor.com/a/en/information/internet-sales-conditions.html) — Accor (checked 2026-10-13) 4. [Why is a debit/credit card requested when I book?](https://help.accor.com/s/article/why-is-a-debit-credit-card-requested-when-i-book?language=en_US) — Accor Help (checked 2026-10-13) 5. [Frequently Asked Questions (Why does Radisson Hotels pre-authorize my credit card?)](https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/faq) — Radisson Hotels (checked 2026-10-13) 6. [Terms and conditions (Deposit; Deposit Policy)](https://www.minorhotels.com/en/terms-and-conditions) — Minor Hotels (checked 2026-10-13) 7. [Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/en-uk/contact-us/faq) — Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (checked 2026-10-13) 8. [FAQ's and Help](https://www.choicehotels.com/en-uk/support/faq) — Choice Hotels (checked 2026-10-13) 9. [Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.ihg.com/content/us/en/customer-care/frequently-asked-questions) — IHG Customer Care (checked 2026-10-13) 10. [Why Do Businesses Place Holds on Debit Cards?](https://ndbf.nebraska.gov/why-do-businesses-place-holds-debit-cards) — Nebraska Department of Banking and Finance (checked 2026-10-13) 11. [MGM Grand Hotel & Casino: Rooms & Suites](https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/lasgm-mgm-grand-hotel-and-casino/rooms/) — Marriott Bonvoy (checked 2026-10-13) 12. [New York-New York Hotel & Casino, MGM Collection: Rooms & Suites](https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/lasny-new-york-new-york-hotel-and-casino-mgm-collection/rooms/) — Marriott Bonvoy (checked 2026-10-13) 13. [Incidentals and Holds Policy](https://arlohotels.com/policies/incidentals-and-holds-policy/) — Arlo Hotels (checked 2026-10-13) **Pay the room in crypto, keep a card for the extras** Prepay your stay from a crypto balance, booked on request. Your balance is charged only once the hotel confirms. [Search hotels](https://staysats.com/hotels/) · [How it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Hotel tourist taxes by city: what you pay at check-in (2026) > Hotel tourist tax by city: Bali's IDR 150,000 levy, Tokyo's ¥100–200, Paris €2.60–€15.93, NYC 14.75% + $3.50, in 14 cities. Checked October 13, 2026. - URL: https://staysats.com/hotel-taxes-by-city/ - Last updated: 2026-10-13 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) **Hotel Taxes by City** is a dated table of the tourist taxes, levies and hotel taxes in the 14 cities of our city guides. Each row says what is charged, how, and whether it sits in the room price or is paid apart, with its source. Published by StaySats, a hotel booking site paid in crypto. **Quick answer — How much tourist tax do hotels charge, city by city?** It depends on the city, and some charges are paid apart from the room. As of October 13, 2026, Bali's foreign tourist levy is IDR 150,000 per entry, paid to the province. Tokyo adds up to ¥200 per person per night. Paris charges €2.60 to €15.93 per adult per night. The StaySats table covers 14 cities. ## Hotel taxes by city in figures (October 13, 2026) | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Cities in the table | 14: Bali, Tokyo, Paris, Lisbon, London, New York City, Miami, Mexico City, Istanbul, Seoul, Singapore, Hong Kong, Bangkok, Dubai | | Bali foreign tourist levy | IDR 150,000 per person, once per entry into Bali; collected since February 14, 2024 | | Charged per person per night | Tokyo (by room price), Paris (per adult, by hotel class), Lisbon (aged 13 or over, 7 nights at most) | | Charged as a share of the room price | New York City, Miami, Mexico City, Istanbul, Hong Kong, and the hotel tax in Bali | | No city tourist tax found | London, Seoul, Singapore and Bangkok: only VAT or GST on the bill | | Changes already adopted | Tokyo: 3% from April 1, 2027, nothing under ¥13,000 · Niseko Town, Hokkaido: 3% scheduled from November 1, 2026 | | Rates with an end date | Istanbul 1% until December 31, 2026 · New York City occupancy tax of 5.875% until November 30, 2027 · Thailand's 7% VAT until September 30, 2027 | | Not in force yet | England's visitor levy (no law yet) · Bangkok fee on hotel guests (draft, July 20, 2026) · Thai entry fee of 450 baht (proposal, not a hotel tax) | | Japan departure tax | ¥3,000 per departure since July 1, 2026, collected with the ticket, not by the hotel | | License | CC BY 4.0: reuse with a link to this page | ## Bali tourist tax (levy) Every foreign tourist pays IDR 150,000 each time they enter Bali. The Bali provincial government calls it the Foreign Tourist Levy, or *Pungutan bagi Wisatawan Asing*. It has been collected since February 14, 2024. It is one flat charge per person and per entry, not a nightly tax, and it never sits in the room price. ### Who pays the Bali levy, and how often? Any visitor without Indonesian citizenship who comes to Bali as a tourist. The rule covers arrivals straight from abroad and arrivals through another part of Indonesia. One payment stays valid for the trip, until you leave Indonesia. If you enter Bali again on a later trip, you pay again. The exemption list in the regulation names no age group. ### Who does not pay it? Regional Regulation 2/2025 lists seven groups. The first five are exempt without any request: - crews of planes, ships and other transport; - holders of a KITAS or KITAP stay permit; - holders of a diplomatic or service visa; - holders of a family reunion visa; - holders of a student visa. Holders of a golden visa, or of another visa issued by immigration, must apply in the Love Bali app. Visas meant for tourism do not qualify. ### How do you pay it? The province asks visitors to pay online before they leave home, on the Love Bali website or app. Three other ways are allowed: - **On arrival:** at the payment counters of Bali's airport and port. - **During the stay:** at a registered endpoint, such as some hotels, travel agents and tourist attractions. The money still goes through the Love Bali system to the province. - **On departure:** when you leave Bali, if you have not paid before. The official FAQ lists Visa, Mastercard, American Express and JCB cards, bank transfer, virtual account, UnionPay and QRIS. ### What proof do you get? A levy voucher with a QR code. Officers scan the voucher or your passport at arrival gates, at endpoints and in occasional checks. Keep it until you leave Indonesia. A payment is not refunded, except a second payment for the same arrival date. ### What if you do not pay? The regulation lists an oral warning, a written warning, and refusal of service at tourist attractions. It sets no fine and no prison term. ### Which rules set it? Law 15/2023 on the Province of Bali is its basis. Bali Regional Regulation 6/2023 created the levy, and Regulation 2/2025 amended it from July 1, 2025. Governor Regulation 2/2024, amended by Regulation 25/2025 from July 1, 2025, sets how it is paid. On October 13, 2026, no change to the IDR 150,000 amount had been announced. ### What hotel tax is on a Bali bill? A regional tax on hotel services, called PBJT, separate from the levy. Law 1/2022 caps it at 10% of what the guest pays, and each regency or city sets its own rate. Denpasar, which includes Sanur, charges 10%. We could not read the official texts of Badung, home to Kuta and Seminyak, or Gianyar, home to Ubud. There, expect up to 10%. Room hire pays this regional tax instead of Indonesian VAT. A service charge, if any, is set by each hotel: no national rate applies. > **Disclosure** We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto. No city or tax office had a say in this table. Each row was read on October 13, 2026 on a tax authority, government or official gazette page, unless the row says otherwise. ## Hotel and tourist taxes in 14 cities One row per city of our guides, Bali and Tokyo first. "Paid apart" means outside the room price, at the desk or online. Amounts are per night unless the row says otherwise. *Hotel Taxes by City, StaySats, checked October 13, 2026. License CC BY 4.0.* | City | Country | Tax | Amount or rate | How it is charged | In the price or paid apart | Source | Checked | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Bali](https://staysats.com/hotels/bali/) | Indonesia | Foreign tourist levy (PWA); regional hotel tax (PBJT) | Levy: IDR 150,000 per person. Hotel tax: up to 10% (10% in Denpasar) | Levy: flat, per foreign tourist and per entry. Hotel tax: share of the room price | Levy: paid apart, to the province. Hotel tax: on the hotel bill | [Love Bali FAQ](https://lovebali.baliprov.go.id/faq) · [Law 1/2022](https://jdih.kemenkeu.go.id/api/download/770ecf1d-664b-48a1-88f4-8849b8ca7258/1TAHUN2022UU.pdf) | 2026-10-13 | | [Tokyo](https://staysats.com/hotels/tokyo/) | Japan | Accommodation tax (shukuhaku-zei) | None under ¥10,000; ¥100 from ¥10,000 to ¥14,999; ¥200 from ¥15,000. From April 1, 2027: 3%, none under ¥13,000 | Per person per night, on the room-only price | Collected by the hotel; may be asked at the desk, apart from a prepaid price | [Tokyo Bureau of Taxation](https://www.tax.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/kazei/leisure/shuk/jigyousha) | 2026-10-13 | | [Paris](https://staysats.com/hotels/paris/) | France | Taxe de séjour, with three surcharges | €2.60 (1-star) to €15.93 (palace) per adult, surcharges included | Per adult per night, by hotel class; minors exempt on proof of age | Collected by the hotel during the stay | [Service-Public.fr](https://www.service-public.gouv.fr/entreprendre/actualites/A17929) · [Ville de Paris](https://taxedesejour.paris.fr/) · [Sénat](https://www.senat.fr/questions/base/2024/qSEQ241000766.html) | 2026-10-13 | | [Lisbon](https://staysats.com/hotels/lisbon/) | Portugal | Municipal tourist tax (taxa turística) | €4 per guest, 7 nights at most (€28 per stay) | Per guest aged 13 or over, per night | Collected by the hotel during the stay | [Lisbon City Council](https://informacoeseservicos.lisboa.pt/fileadmin/informacoes_servicos/pedidos/pagamentos_taxas_tarifas/taxa_turistica_flyer_2024_EN.pdf) | 2026-10-13 | | [London](https://staysats.com/hotels/london/) | United Kingdom | None; VAT | No tourist tax; VAT 20% | VAT on the room price; from the 29th day of a stay, only on the part that is not lodging | On the hotel bill | [GOV.UK](https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/overnight-visitor-levy-in-england) · [HMRC](https://www.gov.uk/guidance/hotels-holiday-accommodation-and-vat-notice-7093) | 2026-10-13 | | [New York City](https://staysats.com/hotels/new-york/) | United States | Sales tax, hotel room occupancy tax, state hotel unit fee | 14.75% plus $3.50 a night for a single room of $40 or more | Share of the room rent, plus a fixed city charge per room and a state fee per unit, per night | Added to the bill; a website that resells the room collects them when you prepay | [NYC Finance](https://www.nyc.gov/site/finance/business/business-hotel-room-occupancy-tax.page) · [NY State Tax](https://www.tax.ny.gov/pdf/publications/sales/pub718.pdf) · [Bulletin ST-330](https://www.tax.ny.gov/pubs_and_bulls/tg_bulletins/st/hotel_and_motel_occupancy.htm) | 2026-10-13 | | [Miami](https://staysats.com/hotels/miami/) | United States | Florida sales tax and county surtax; Miami-Dade bed taxes; resort taxes in the beach towns | 13% in most of the county, City of Miami included; 14% in Miami Beach; 11% in Surfside and Bal Harbour | Share of the room rate, on stays of six months or less | On the hotel bill or in the prepaid total | [Florida Department of Revenue](https://floridarevenue.com/taxes/Documents/flHistorySalesTaxRates.pdf) | 2026-10-13 | | [Mexico City](https://staysats.com/hotels/mexico-city/) | Mexico | Lodging tax (Impuesto por la Prestación de Servicios de Hospedaje); VAT (IVA) | Lodging tax 3.5%; VAT 16% | Share of the total paid for lodging, deposits and advances included | Passed on to the guest by the hotel | [Mexico City Finance](https://transparencia.finanzas.cdmx.gob.mx/repositorio/public/upload/repositorio/Tesoreria/123/b/Criterio_9/123_XV_Impuesto_por_la_prestacion_de_servicios_de_hospedaje_2024.pdf) · [SAT](http://omawww.sat.gob.mx/fichas_tematicas/reforma_fiscal/Paginas/servicios_hoteleria_extranjeros2014.aspx) | 2026-10-13 | | [Istanbul](https://staysats.com/hotels/istanbul/) | Türkiye | Accommodation tax (konaklama vergisi); VAT (KDV) | 1% until December 31, 2026, under a decision published May 1, 2026; 2% before. VAT 10% on the night | Share of the night's price and of services sold with it, VAT excluded | Shown on its own line of the invoice | [Revenue Administration (GİB)](https://cdn.gib.gov.tr/api/gibportal-file/file/getFile?objectKey=DUYURU%2FUNIVERSAL%2F2026%2FCK11263_not.pdf) · [Law 6802](https://www.mevzuat.gov.tr/mevzuatmetin/1.3.6802.pdf) | 2026-10-13 | | [Seoul](https://staysats.com/hotels/seoul/) | South Korea | VAT | No hotel or tourist tax found; VAT 10% | Share of the bill | On the bill; foreign tourists can claim it back at designated hotels, for stays of 30 nights or less, until December 31, 2028 | [National Tax Service](https://www.nts.go.kr/nts/cm/cntnts/cntntsView.do?mi=2275&cntntsId=7696) · [Restriction of Special Taxation Act, art. 107-2](https://www.law.go.kr/LSW/lsSideInfoP.do?lsiSeq=284389&joNo=0107&joBrNo=02&docCls=jo&urlMode=lsScJoRltInfoR) | 2026-10-13 | | [Singapore](https://staysats.com/hotels/singapore/) | Singapore | GST | No tourist tax found; GST 9% | Share of the bill, service charge included | Prices may be shown before GST and service charge, with a notice saying so | [IRAS](https://www.iras.gov.sg/taxes/goods-services-tax-%28gst%29/specific-business-sectors/hotel-and-food-beverage) | 2026-10-13 | | [Hong Kong](https://staysats.com/hotels/hong-kong/) | Hong Kong SAR | Hotel Accommodation Tax (HAT) | 3% of the accommodation charge | Share of the room charge, without the usual 10% service charge; stays of 28 nights or more excluded | On the bill; the hotel may collect it at check-in if the booking site did not | [Inland Revenue Department](https://www.ird.gov.hk/eng/tax/hat.htm) | 2026-10-13 | | [Bangkok](https://staysats.com/hotels/bangkok/) | Thailand | VAT | No city tourist tax; VAT 7%, local tax included, until September 30, 2027 (10% in the law) | Share of the bill | On the hotel bill | [Revenue Department](https://www.rd.go.th/1603.html) | 2026-10-13 | | Dubai | United Arab Emirates | Tourism Dirham; VAT | Tourism Dirham: amount not verified on an official page. VAT 5% | Tourism Dirham: per room and per night, by hotel class, 30 nights at most (search extract). VAT: share of the bill | Not verified today: on May 21, 2026, Dubai announced that registered hotels could stop collecting it, for a period not yet dated | [Dubai Legislation Portal](https://dlp.dubai.gov.ae/) (search extract) · [Federal Tax Authority](https://tax.gov.ae/-/media/Files/EN/PDF/Guides/Taxable-Person-Guide-June-2018.pdf) · [Dubai Media Office](https://mediaoffice.ae/en/news/2026/may/21-05/hamdan-bin-mohammed) | 2026-10-13 | Not in the table: service charges and resort fees, which hotels set themselves. Bali's hotel tax rate in Badung and Gianyar could not be read on an official page. ## Japan and Tokyo accommodation tax Tokyo's tax is small and depends on the room price per person. Until March 31, 2027, a night under ¥10,000 per person pays nothing. Between ¥10,000 and ¥14,999, the tax is ¥100, and from ¥15,000 it is ¥200. The price that counts is the room alone, service charge included. Meals, drinks, parking and consumption tax are left out. When guests share a room, the price is split per head first. There is no age rule, so a child pays once its share reaches ¥10,000. **What changes on April 1, 2027?** Tokyo moves to 3% of the room-only price per person per night. Stays under ¥13,000 per person remain exempt. Above that line, the whole price is taxed: a ¥13,000 night means ¥390 (our calculation). Simple lodging houses and private rentals (minpaku) will pay it too. The Tokyo assembly passed the ordinance on March 27, 2026, and it was promulgated on July 1, 2026. **Who collects it?** The hotel or ryokan. It can ask for the tax at the front desk, apart from a price you paid before the trip. **Departure tax.** Japan's International Tourist Tax went from ¥1,000 to ¥3,000 per departure on July 1, 2026. Eligible tickets issued by June 30, 2026 keep the old rate, and infants under 2 are exempt. Carriers collect it, usually in the ticket price, so it does not appear on a hotel bill. **Consumption tax.** It is 10%: 7.8% national and 2.2% local. Prices shown to consumers must include it. The rule we read does not say whether a local accommodation tax must be included too. ### Accommodation tax in other Japanese cities and areas Per person per night, on the room-only price. Each area sets its own bands. | Place | Tax per person per night | Current rates since | Exemptions | Source | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Osaka Prefecture | None under ¥5,000; ¥200 (¥5,000–14,999); ¥400 (¥15,000–19,999); ¥500 (¥20,000 or more) | September 1, 2025 | School trips and their staff; foreign diplomats on duty | [Osaka Prefectural Government](https://www.pref.osaka.lg.jp/o050040/zei/alacarte/osakafunoshukuhakushisetsunishukuhakusuruminasama.html) | | Kyoto City | ¥200 (under ¥6,000); ¥400 (¥6,000–19,999); ¥1,000 (¥20,000–49,999); ¥4,000 (¥50,000–99,999); ¥10,000 (¥100,000 or more) | March 1, 2026 | School trips (not university), nursery events and their staff | [Kyoto City](https://www.city.kyoto.lg.jp/gyozai/page/0000236942.html) | | Fukuoka City | ¥200 (under ¥20,000); ¥500 (¥20,000 or more), each with ¥50 of prefectural tax; ¥200 elsewhere in the prefecture | April 1, 2020 | None stated on the pages we read | [Fukuoka City](https://www.city.fukuoka.lg.jp/zaisei/zeisei/life/syuku001.html) | | Kanazawa | Not verified for 2026: none under ¥5,000; ¥200 (¥5,000–19,999); ¥500 (¥20,000 or more) | October 2024 for the exempt band, per a 2024 poster | Not stated on the poster we read | [Kanazawa City](https://www4.city.kanazawa.lg.jp/material/files/group/17/poster_B2_1.pdf) | | Hokkaido Prefecture | ¥100 (under ¥20,000); ¥200 (¥20,000–49,999); ¥500 (¥50,000 or more) | April 2026 | School trips | [Hokkaido Government](https://www.pref.hokkaido.lg.jp/sm/zim/tax/218623.html) | | Sapporo | ¥300 (under ¥20,000); ¥400 (¥20,000–49,999); ¥1,000 (¥50,000 or more), Hokkaido tax included | April 1, 2026 | School trips and nursery events | [Sapporo City](https://www.city.sapporo.jp/citytax/shukuhakuzei/index.html) | | Kutchan (Hirafu, Niseko area) | 3% of the room price in all, Hokkaido tax included | April 1, 2026 (up from 2%) | School trips and nursery events | [Kutchan Town](https://www.town.kutchan.hokkaido.jp/town_administration/AccommodationTax/3108/) | | Niseko Town | Fixed amounts from ¥100 to ¥2,000 today; 3% from November 1, 2026 | 3% scheduled for November 1, 2026 | School trips and nursery events, with their staff; others the mayor approves (from April 1, 2026) | [Niseko Town](https://www.town.niseko.lg.jp/information/11706/) · [Ministry of Internal Affairs](https://www.soumu.go.jp/main_content/001063500.pdf) | Not verified: Niseko's current amounts by band, and how the Hokkaido tax combines with Niseko's tax. Kanazawa's 2026 handbook was not found on the city site, so check its rates before you rely on them. ## What makes up the Paris tourist tax? Four layers, and the largest one funds public transport. The city sets a base rate per adult per night by hotel class, such as €3.60 in a 5-star hotel. The department adds 10% of that base, and a regional surcharge of 15% goes to the Société des grands projets (SGP). Since January 1, 2024, a further 200% goes to Île-de-France Mobilités, the regional transport authority. The 5-star base of €3.60 thus becomes €11.70 a night. Minors are exempt on proof of age. Lodgings without a star rating pay 5% of the nightly cost per person before VAT, plus the surcharges, up to €15.93. The city says the 2027 grid will match 2026, unless the law changes. Rooms in classified hotels also carry 10% VAT. ## When will London get a visitor levy? Not before a new law, and no date is set. On September 10, 2026, the UK government said mayoral and foundation strategic authorities in England will get the power. The Greater London Authority is one of them. A levy would be a percentage of the room cost, meals excluded, and the accommodation provider would owe it. The government plans no cap on the rate, and local leaders could not cap the number of nights. Exemptions would depend on the type of lodging, not on the guest. Each area must consult locally first. On October 13, 2026, the UK Parliament bills site listed no visitor levy bill. A London Assembly letter of August 21, 2026 still treats a London levy as the Mayor's choice. Today, a London room carries 20% VAT. From the 29th day of a continuous stay, VAT applies only to the part of the price that is not for lodging. ## How do New York City hotel taxes add up? Three charges stack on a room of $40 or more a night. Sales tax is 8.875%, which includes 0.375% for the Metropolitan Commuter Transportation District. The city's hotel room occupancy tax adds 5.875% of the rent and $2 per room per day. The state hotel unit fee adds $1.50 per unit per day. For a single room, that makes 14.75% of the rent plus $3.50 a night. Cheaper rooms pay a smaller fixed city charge: 50 cents from $10, $1 from $20 and $1.50 from $30. In a suite, the city's $2 charge applies to each room. A guest who stays 180 days in a row or more becomes a permanent resident and stops paying the occupancy tax. The 5.875% rate was extended on November 17, 2023, until November 30, 2027. A travel website that resells a room counts as a hotel operator, so it collects these taxes when you prepay. ## How do Miami and Miami Beach hotel taxes differ? By town: 13% in most of Miami-Dade, 14% in Miami Beach and 11% in Surfside and Bal Harbour. In the City of Miami and most of the county, a room carries Florida's 6% sales tax and a 1% county surtax. Two county taxes add 6%: a 3% tourist development tax, sports franchise share included, and a 3% convention development tax. Miami Beach skips the county tourist development tax but keeps the convention tax. It adds its own 4% resort tax, built in steps: 2% from 1968, one more point in 1996 and another in December 2015. Surfside and Bal Harbour have a 4% resort tax and neither county tax. All these rates apply to stays of six months or less. ## Does the price on StaySats include tourist taxes? Taxes and mandatory fees are in the price when the hotel publishes them. A charge you pay to someone else is not, such as Bali's levy, which goes to the province. A tax the hotel collects at the desk, like Tokyo's or Lisbon's, may also be left out of the price shown. We book on request. The final total, local taxes included when the hotel publishes them, is confirmed before you are charged. A tax paid at the hotel is confirmed with your booking, so you know about it before you travel. The deposit for extras is a separate matter: see our [hotel incidental hold](https://staysats.com/hotel-incidental-hold/) guide. The price rule is on [pricing](https://staysats.com/pricing/), and the steps are on [how it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/). ## How did we build this table? We read each city's rules on October 13, 2026, on a tax authority or government page, or in the law itself. For each city, we noted the tax, the amount, how it is charged and who collects it, with the page address. Press articles served only to date announced changes, such as the Bangkok draft. - **One row per city of our guides:** Bali and Tokyo first, then Europe, the Americas and Asia. - **Not verified:** Dubai's Tourism Dirham amounts. Its legislation portal did not load, and we found no other official page with them. The row keeps only what search extracts of the official resolutions show: a charge per room and per night, 30 nights at most. - **Not verified:** the hotel tax rates of Badung and Gianyar in Bali. Their official pages refused the connection or showed a bot check, so we give the 10% cap only. - **Japan:** Kanazawa's 2026 handbook was not found, so its row is marked not verified for 2026. Niseko's current amounts are not detailed on the pages we read. ## What are the limits of this data? Tax rules change by decision, sometimes at short notice. Istanbul's 1% rate ends on December 31, 2026, and Niseko moves to 3% on November 1, 2026. Each row carries the date of our check, so look at it before you quote a rate. Hotels may also add a service charge or a resort fee, which are not taxes. This page is information, not tax advice. We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto, which is why every row links to an official page. Corrections are welcome through our [contact page](https://staysats.com/contact/). Written by the StaySats research desk, TravelGoat LLC. ## How do I cite the hotel taxes table? Use this line, with the date of our check: > Source: StaySats, *Hotel Taxes by City* (checked October 13, 2026), CC BY 4.0, https://staysats.com/hotel-taxes-by-city/. A link is appreciated; any rel attribute is fine. The files are [JSON](https://staysats.com/data/hotel-taxes-by-city.json) and [CSV](https://staysats.com/data/hotel-taxes-by-city.csv), with one row per city. The table of other Japanese cities is not in the files: for those, cite the city's own page. ## Hotel and tourist taxes: questions ### Where do you pay the tourist levy in Bali? Online before the trip is what the province advises, on the Love Bali website or app. You can also pay at counters in Bali's airport and port, or on departure. During your stay, registered endpoints take it too: some hotels, travel agents and attractions. Each payment goes through the Love Bali system to the province. ### Is the Bali tourist levy charged per night? No. It is a flat IDR 150,000 per person for each entry into Bali, whatever the length of the stay. One payment stays valid until you leave Indonesia. If you leave the country and come back to Bali, you pay again. The hotel tax is different: it is a share of every night's price. ### What happens if a tourist does not pay the Bali levy? The regulation sets administrative steps, not fines. An officer can give an oral or written warning, and the tourist can be refused service at tourist attractions. Officers scan vouchers or passports at arrival gates, at endpoints and in occasional checks. Keep your QR voucher until you leave Indonesia. ### What will the Tokyo accommodation tax be from April 2027? 3% of the room-only price per person per night, from April 1, 2027. Stays under ¥13,000 per person are exempt. Above that line, the whole price is taxed, so a ¥13,000 night costs ¥390 in tax (our calculation). Until March 31, 2027, the tax stays at ¥100 or ¥200, and nothing under ¥10,000. ### Do children pay hotel tourist taxes? It depends on the city. Paris exempts minors on proof of age, and Lisbon taxes guests from age 13. Tokyo has no age rule, so a child pays when the price per person reaches ¥10,000. Bali's levy names no age exemption. England's planned levy would exempt lodging types, not visitors. ### Is the tourist tax included in a prepaid hotel booking? Not always. Osaka Prefecture warns that a price prepaid on a booking site may leave its tax out. Hong Kong lets a hotel collect its 3% tax at check-in when the booking site did not. With StaySats, the final total is confirmed before you are charged, and a tax paid at the hotel is confirmed with your booking. ### Can I republish these tax figures? Yes, under CC BY 4.0: you may copy, adapt and reuse the table, also for commercial work. Credit "StaySats, Hotel Taxes by City, checked October 13, 2026" and link to this page. For a single city, also link its official source, because tax rates change by decision. ## Sources (checked October 13, 2026) 1. [Foreign Tourist Levy: FAQ](https://lovebali.baliprov.go.id/faq) — Love Bali, Bali Provincial Government (checked 2026-10-13) 2. [Love Bali: Bali Foreign Tourist Levy](https://lovebali.baliprov.go.id/) — Bali Provincial Government (checked 2026-10-13) 3. [Bali Regional Regulation No. 2 of 2025, amending Regulation No. 6 of 2023 on the foreign tourist levy](https://lovebali.baliprov.go.id/gubernur/v5/8.pdf) — Bali Provincial Government (checked 2026-10-13) 4. [Bali Governor Regulation No. 25 of 2025 on the collection of the foreign tourist levy](https://lovebali.baliprov.go.id/gubernur/v5/9.pdf) — Bali Provincial Government (checked 2026-10-13) 5. [The exemption from levy payment applies to (poster)](https://lovebali.baliprov.go.id/gubernur/v4/5.TheExemptionfromLevyPaymentApplies.pdf) — Love Bali, Bali Provincial Government (checked 2026-10-13) 6. [How to pay the levy (poster)](https://lovebali.baliprov.go.id/gubernur/v5/2_howtopay.pdf) — Love Bali, Bali Provincial Government (checked 2026-10-13) 7. [Welcome to Bali: the Foreign Tourist Levy, effective February 14, 2024 (poster)](https://lovebali.baliprov.go.id/gubernur/v5/1_welcome.pdf) — Love Bali, Bali Provincial Government (checked 2026-10-13) 8. [Terms and conditions](https://lovebali.baliprov.go.id/terms) — Love Bali, Bali Provincial Government (checked 2026-10-13) 9. [Law No. 1 of 2022 on financial relations between central and regional government (articles 53 to 58, PBJT)](https://jdih.kemenkeu.go.id/api/download/770ecf1d-664b-48a1-88f4-8849b8ca7258/1TAHUN2022UU.pdf) — JDIH, Ministry of Finance of Indonesia (checked 2026-10-13) 10. [Denpasar City Regional Regulation No. 5 of 2023 on regional taxes and levies (article 24)](https://www.pendapatan.denpasarkota.go.id/public/uploads/download/download_241904120414_perda-kota-denpasar-no-5-tahun-2024-tentang-pajak-daerah-dan-retribusi-daerah.pdf) — Bapenda Kota Denpasar (checked 2026-10-13) 11. [Pajak Nunukan jelaskan bedanya pajak daerah dan pajak pusat (hotel services and VAT)](https://www.pajak.go.id/id/berita/pajak-nunukan-jelaskan-bedanya-pajak-daerah-dan-pajak-pusat) — Directorate General of Taxes, Indonesia (checked 2026-10-13) 12. [Service charge in hotels and hotel restaurants (Permenaker 7/2016)](https://jdih.kemnaker.go.id/berita/detail/apakah-setiap-perusahaan-wajib-memberlakukan-uang-servis-pada-usaha-hotel-dan-usaha-restoran-di-hotel--berdasarkan-permenaker-nomor-7-tahun-2016-tentang-uang-servis-pada-usaha-hotel-dan-usaha-restoran-di-hotel) — JDIH, Ministry of Manpower of Indonesia (checked 2026-10-13) 13. [Accommodation tax: rates now and from April 1, 2027 (for businesses)](https://www.tax.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/kazei/leisure/shuk/jigyousha) — Bureau of Taxation, Tokyo Metropolitan Government (checked 2026-10-13) 14. [Accommodation tax: frequently asked questions](https://www.tax.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/shitsumon/leisure/general_01) — Bureau of Taxation, Tokyo Metropolitan Government (checked 2026-10-13) 15. [Accommodation tax: for guests](https://www.tax.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/kazei/leisure/shuk/shukuhakusha) — Bureau of Taxation, Tokyo Metropolitan Government (checked 2026-10-13) 16. [Review of the accommodation tax: ordinance passed, consent and promulgation](https://www.tax.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/kazei/leisure/shuk/shuk_minaoshi) — Bureau of Taxation, Tokyo Metropolitan Government (checked 2026-10-13) 17. [Press release: revised accommodation tax ordinance in force on April 1, 2027](https://www.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/information/press/2026/06/2026063004) — Tokyo Metropolitan Government (checked 2026-10-13) 18. [Accommodation tax for guests of Osaka Prefecture lodgings](https://www.pref.osaka.lg.jp/o050040/zei/alacarte/osakafunoshukuhakushisetsunishukuhakusuruminasama.html) — Osaka Prefectural Government (checked 2026-10-13) 19. [Kyoto City accommodation tax](https://www.city.kyoto.lg.jp/gyozai/page/0000236942.html) — Kyoto City (checked 2026-10-13) 20. [Fukuoka City accommodation tax](https://www.city.fukuoka.lg.jp/zaisei/zeisei/life/syuku001.html) — Fukuoka City (checked 2026-10-13) 21. [Accommodation tax leaflet (multilingual)](https://www.city.fukuoka.lg.jp/zaisei/zeisei/life/documents/a4leaflet2.pdf) — Fukuoka City (checked 2026-10-13) 22. [Kanazawa accommodation tax poster (August 2024)](https://www4.city.kanazawa.lg.jp/material/files/group/17/poster_B2_1.pdf) — Kanazawa City (checked 2026-10-13) 23. [Hokkaido accommodation tax](https://www.pref.hokkaido.lg.jp/sm/zim/tax/218623.html) — Hokkaido Government (checked 2026-10-13) 24. [Sapporo accommodation tax](https://www.city.sapporo.jp/citytax/shukuhakuzei/index.html) — Sapporo City (checked 2026-10-13) 25. [Kutchan accommodation tax rate change](https://www.town.kutchan.hokkaido.jp/town_administration/AccommodationTax/3108/) — Kutchan Town (checked 2026-10-13) 26. [Consent to the Kutchan accommodation tax change (July 31, 2025)](https://www.soumu.go.jp/main_content/001022974.pdf) — Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, Japan (checked 2026-10-13) 27. [Niseko accommodation tax](https://www.town.niseko.lg.jp/information/11706/) — Niseko Town (checked 2026-10-13) 28. [Consent to the Niseko accommodation tax change (March 27, 2026)](https://www.soumu.go.jp/main_content/001063500.pdf) — Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, Japan (checked 2026-10-13) 29. [International Tourist Tax (JPY 3,000 per departure from July 1, 2026)](https://www.mlit.go.jp/kankocho/content/001996466.pdf) — Japan Tourism Agency (checked 2026-10-13) 30. [Japan's international tourist tax is increasing](https://www.japan.travel/en/ca/news/japans-international-tourist-tax-is-increasing/) — Japan National Tourism Organization (checked 2026-10-13) 31. [Consumption tax rates](https://www.nta.go.jp/english/taxes/consumption_tax/01.htm) — National Tax Agency, Japan (checked 2026-10-13) 32. [Tax Answer No. 6902: total price display](https://www.nta.go.jp/taxes/shiraberu/taxanswer/shohi/6902.htm) — National Tax Agency, Japan (checked 2026-10-13) 33. [Taxe de séjour à Paris en 2026](https://www.service-public.gouv.fr/entreprendre/actualites/A17929) — Service-Public.fr (DILA) (checked 2026-10-13) 34. [Answer to written question 241000766: the 200% surcharge, collected since January 1, 2024, and the 15% surcharge (JO Sénat, April 3, 2025)](https://www.senat.fr/questions/base/2024/qSEQ241000766.html) — Sénat, French Parliament (checked 2026-10-13) 35. [Taxe de séjour](https://taxedesejour.paris.fr/) — Ville de Paris (checked 2026-10-13) 36. [Tarifs 2027 de la taxe de séjour](https://taxedesejour.paris.fr/includes/download/HCnDUN-Tarifs-2027-Paris.pdf) — Ville de Paris (checked 2026-10-13) 37. [Taux de TVA : hébergement en hôtel de tourisme classé](https://entreprendre.service-public.gouv.fr/vosdroits/F37288) — Entreprendre.Service-Public.fr (checked 2026-10-13) 38. [Overnight visitor levy in England (consultation and government response)](https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/overnight-visitor-levy-in-england) — GOV.UK (MHCLG and HM Treasury) (checked 2026-10-13) 39. [Visitor levy in England: government response (September 10, 2026)](https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6aa2980c5f6e942efe37f0c9/Visitor_Levy_in_England_-_government_response.pdf) — GOV.UK (checked 2026-10-13) 40. [Bills search: visitor levy](https://bills.parliament.uk/?SearchTerm=visitor%20levy) — UK Parliament (checked 2026-10-13) 41. [Letter on a visitor levy for London (August 21, 2026)](https://www.london.gov.uk/sites/default/files/2026-08/ECS%20Committee%20-%20Visitor%20Levy%20-%20final.pdf) — London Assembly, Economy, Culture and Skills Committee (checked 2026-10-13) 42. [VAT rates](https://www.gov.uk/vat-rates) — GOV.UK (checked 2026-10-13) 43. [Hotels, holiday accommodation and VAT (Notice 709/3)](https://www.gov.uk/guidance/hotels-holiday-accommodation-and-vat-notice-7093) — HM Revenue and Customs (checked 2026-10-13) 44. [Municipal tourist tax (flyer, August 2024)](https://informacoeseservicos.lisboa.pt/fileadmin/informacoes_servicos/pedidos/pagamentos_taxas_tarifas/taxa_turistica_flyer_2024_EN.pdf) — Câmara Municipal de Lisboa (checked 2026-10-13) 45. [Tourist tax on overnight stays rises to 4 euros](https://informacao.lisboa.pt/en/news/detail/tourist-tax-on-overnight-stays-rises-to-4-euros) — Câmara Municipal de Lisboa (checked 2026-10-13) 46. [Binding ruling PIV 29462 (6% VAT on hotel stays)](https://info.portaldasfinancas.gov.pt/pt/informacao_fiscal/informacoes_vinculativas/despesa/civa/Documents/PIV_29462.pdf) — Autoridade Tributária e Aduaneira (checked 2026-10-13) 47. [Publication 718: New York State sales and use tax rates by jurisdiction](https://www.tax.ny.gov/pdf/publications/sales/pub718.pdf) — New York State Department of Taxation and Finance (checked 2026-10-13) 48. [Hotel and motel occupancy (bulletin ST-330)](https://www.tax.ny.gov/pubs_and_bulls/tg_bulletins/st/hotel_and_motel_occupancy.htm) — New York State Department of Taxation and Finance (checked 2026-10-13) 49. [Hotel room occupancy tax](https://www.nyc.gov/site/finance/business/business-hotel-room-occupancy-tax.page) — NYC Department of Finance (checked 2026-10-13) 50. [Hotel room occupancy tax: statistical profile, tax year 2024](https://www.nyc.gov/assets/finance/downloads/pdf/reports/reports_htx/2024_htx_report.pdf) — NYC Department of Finance (checked 2026-10-13) 51. [Sales and use tax on transient rentals (GT-800034)](https://floridarevenue.com/Forms_library/current/brochure/gt800034.pdf) — Florida Department of Revenue (checked 2026-10-13) 52. [History of local sales tax and current rates (DR-SUT)](https://floridarevenue.com/taxes/Documents/flHistorySalesTaxRates.pdf) — Florida Department of Revenue (checked 2026-10-13) 53. [Discretionary sales surtax rates for 2025 (DR-15DSS)](https://floridarevenue.com/Forms_library/current/dr15dss.pdf) — Florida Department of Revenue (checked 2026-10-13) 54. [Local option tourist taxes: 2026 rates](https://edr.state.fl.us/content/local-government/data/county-municipal/2026LOTTrates.pdf) — Florida Office of Economic and Demographic Research (checked 2026-10-13) 55. [Resort tax](https://miamibeachfl.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Resort-Tax.pdf) — City of Miami Beach (checked 2026-10-13) 56. [Impuesto por la prestación de servicios de hospedaje (Mexico City Fiscal Code, articles 162 to 164)](https://transparencia.finanzas.cdmx.gob.mx/repositorio/public/upload/repositorio/Tesoreria/123/b/Criterio_9/123_XV_Impuesto_por_la_prestacion_de_servicios_de_hospedaje_2024.pdf) — Secretaría de Administración y Finanzas, Ciudad de México (checked 2026-10-13) 57. [Synthesis of the Mexico City Official Gazette of December 19, 2025 (2026 fiscal changes)](https://www.scjn.gob.mx/sites/default/files/sintesis_dof_gocdmx/documento/2026-01/GOCDMX%2019122025%20S%C3%8DNTESIS%20TOMO%20II.pdf) — Suprema Corte de Justicia de la Nación (checked 2026-10-13) 58. [Servicios de hotelería a turistas extranjeros (VAT at 16%)](http://omawww.sat.gob.mx/fichas_tematicas/reforma_fiscal/Paginas/servicios_hoteleria_extranjeros2014.aspx) — Servicio de Administración Tributaria (SAT) (checked 2026-10-13) 59. [Note on Presidential Decision 11263: accommodation tax rate of 1% until December 31, 2026](https://cdn.gib.gov.tr/api/gibportal-file/file/getFile?objectKey=DUYURU%2FUNIVERSAL%2F2026%2FCK11263_not.pdf) — Gelir İdaresi Başkanlığı (Revenue Administration of Türkiye) (checked 2026-10-13) 60. [Law 6802 on expenditure taxes (article 34, accommodation tax)](https://www.mevzuat.gov.tr/mevzuatmetin/1.3.6802.pdf) — Mevzuat Bilgi Sistemi (checked 2026-10-13) 61. [KDV oranları (VAT rates, list II, item 25)](https://cdn.gib.gov.tr/api/gibportal-file/file/getFileResources?objectKey=arsiv%2Fyardim-kaynaklar%2Fyararli-bilgiler%2Fkdv-oranlari.pdf) — Gelir İdaresi Başkanlığı (Revenue Administration of Türkiye) (checked 2026-10-13) 62. [Value-added tax rates](https://www.nts.go.kr/nts/cm/cntnts/cntntsView.do?mi=2275&cntntsId=7696) — National Tax Service, Korea (checked 2026-10-13) 63. [Restriction of Special Taxation Act, article 107-2 (VAT refund on lodging for foreign tourists)](https://www.law.go.kr/LSW/lsSideInfoP.do?lsiSeq=284389&joNo=0107&joBrNo=02&docCls=jo&urlMode=lsScJoRltInfoR) — Korea Ministry of Government Legislation (checked 2026-10-13) 64. [GST rate change for consumers](https://www.iras.gov.sg/taxes/goods-services-tax-(gst)/gst-rate-change/gst-rate-change-for-consumers1) — Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) (checked 2026-10-13) 65. [Hotel and food & beverage (GST and service charge)](https://www.iras.gov.sg/taxes/goods-services-tax-(gst)/specific-business-sectors/hotel-and-food-beverage) — Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) (checked 2026-10-13) 66. [Tourist Refund Scheme (hotel stays not eligible)](https://www.iras.gov.sg/taxes/goods-services-tax-(gst)/consumers/tourist-refund-scheme) — Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) (checked 2026-10-13) 67. [Hotel Accommodation Tax](https://www.ird.gov.hk/eng/tax/hat.htm) — Inland Revenue Department, Hong Kong (checked 2026-10-13) 68. [Hotel Accommodation Tax: frequently asked questions](https://www.ird.gov.hk/eng/faq/hatq.htm) — Inland Revenue Department, Hong Kong (checked 2026-10-13) 69. [LegCo question on the Hotel Accommodation Tax (April 1, 2026)](https://www.info.gov.hk/gia/general/202604/01/P2026040100344.htm) — Government of the Hong Kong SAR (checked 2026-10-13) 70. [Revenue Code, section 80 (VAT rate)](https://www.rd.go.th/english/37732.html) — Revenue Department, Thailand (checked 2026-10-13) 71. [Press release 18/2569: 7% VAT kept until September 30, 2027](https://www.rd.go.th/fileadmin/user_upload/news/2569thai/news18_2569.pdf) — Revenue Department, Thailand (checked 2026-10-13) 72. [Royal decrees on VAT, including No. 807 (B.E. 2569)](https://www.rd.go.th/1603.html) — Revenue Department, Thailand (checked 2026-10-13) 73. [Bangkok draft on a maintenance fee from hotel guests (July 20, 2026)](https://www.thansettakij.com/economy/664653) — Thansettakij (press, used for the date only) (checked 2026-10-13) 74. [Proposed tourism entry fee of 450 baht](https://thailand.prd.go.th/en/content/category/detail/id/2078/iid/532128) — Government Public Relations Department, Thailand (checked 2026-10-13) 75. [Taxable person guide for VAT (hotel rooms at 5%)](https://tax.gov.ae/-/media/Files/EN/PDF/Guides/Taxable-Person-Guide-June-2018.pdf) — Federal Tax Authority, United Arab Emirates (checked 2026-10-13) 76. [Dubai economic package of May 21, 2026 (Tourism Dirham collection)](https://mediaoffice.ae/en/news/2026/may/21-05/hamdan-bin-mohammed) — Government of Dubai Media Office (checked 2026-10-13) 77. [Executive Council Resolutions 2/2014 and 10/2014 (Tourism Dirham: a charge per room and per night, 30 nights at most)](https://dlp.dubai.gov.ae/) — Dubai Legislation Portal (not read on 2026-10-13: the portal did not load; search engine extract only, amounts not verified) **Book the room in crypto, then plan the local taxes** Top up from $25 in BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC. The final total, local taxes included when the hotel publishes them, is confirmed before you are charged. [Search hotels](https://staysats.com/hotels/) · [Pricing](https://staysats.com/pricing/) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Hotels by city, paid in crypto > Hotel pages for 66 cities paid in crypto. Where paying in crypto on the spot is illegal, ID at check-in, BTC Map counts, and why Spain is paused. - URL: https://staysats.com/hotels/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Pick a city to see what matters before you book: the local rule on paying in crypto, ID at check-in, airports and taxes. Every booking is paid from your crypto balance and held, not charged, until the hotel confirms. **Quick answer — In which cities can I book a hotel with crypto?** **StaySats** has a hotel page for 66 cities, from London, Tokyo and Paris to Bangkok, Bali and New York. The search also covers other cities. Each page gives the local crypto rule, ID rules at check-in and BTC Map listings. You pay in crypto, and the total is held, not charged, until the hotel confirms. ## Search any city Search hotels: https://staysats.com/app/hotels/search Live prices in USD for the whole stay; taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them. Bookings are made on request: nothing is charged until the hotel confirmation number is issued, and a higher total needs your agreement. ## City pages in facts | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | City pages | 66, listed below with their country | | City guides written by hand | 14: Bangkok, London, Tokyo, Paris, Lisbon, Bali, New York, Mexico City, Istanbul, Singapore, Seoul, Hong Kong, Miami and Dubai | | Paying in crypto on the spot not allowed | Indonesia (Bali, Jakarta), Türkiye (Istanbul, Antalya) and Vietnam (Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang) | | Restricted in Thailand | Bangkok, Phuket, Pattaya, Chiang Mai: only a government pilot that converts crypto to baht | | Restricted in the United Arab Emirates | Dubai, Abu Dhabi: shops may accept crypto only as a licensed dirham token (central bank rule, 2024) | | Travel alert in the United Arab Emirates | US State Department Level 3, "Reconsider travel" (August 29, 2026): read the box on the [Dubai page](https://staysats.com/hotels/dubai/) before you book | | Passport copy at check-in by law | Japan (Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, Fukuoka), for foreign guests with no address in Japan | | Not available yet | Hotels in Spain (Barcelona, Madrid, Palma): our registration with the SES.HOSPEDAJES guest register is not done | | Places listed on BTC Map | Counted within 25 km of each city centre, checked on October 12, 2026 | | Price of a stay | the price found live for your dates, in US dollars, for the whole stay. Taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them; the final total is confirmed with the hotel before you are charged | ## All city pages Each city is listed with its country. Barcelona, Madrid and Palma (Spain) are listed but not available yet: see [why](https://staysats.com/where-we-cant-sell-hotels/). The search above also works for cities without a page. - [Bangkok](https://staysats.com/hotels/bangkok/) — Thailand - [London](https://staysats.com/hotels/london/) — United Kingdom - [Tokyo](https://staysats.com/hotels/tokyo/) — Japan - [Paris](https://staysats.com/hotels/paris/) — France - [Lisbon](https://staysats.com/hotels/lisbon/) — Portugal - Barcelona — Spain - [Mexico City](https://staysats.com/hotels/mexico-city/) — Mexico - [Istanbul](https://staysats.com/hotels/istanbul/) — Türkiye - [Hong Kong](https://staysats.com/hotels/hong-kong/) — Hong Kong SAR China - [Singapore](https://staysats.com/hotels/singapore/) — Singapore - Kuala Lumpur — Malaysia - [Bali](https://staysats.com/hotels/bali/) — Indonesia - [Seoul](https://staysats.com/hotels/seoul/) — South Korea - Osaka — Japan - [New York](https://staysats.com/hotels/new-york/) — United States - [Miami](https://staysats.com/hotels/miami/) — United States - Cancún — Mexico - Madrid — Spain - Rome — Italy - Phuket — Thailand - Buenos Aires — Argentina - Rio de Janeiro — Brazil - Taipei — Taiwan - Ho Chi Minh City — Vietnam - Da Nang — Vietnam - Antalya — Türkiye - Amsterdam — Netherlands - Milan — Italy - Mumbai — India - Orlando — United States - Macau — Macao SAR China - Mecca — Saudi Arabia - Kyoto — Japan - Fukuoka — Japan - Busan — South Korea - Penang — Malaysia - Jakarta — Indonesia - Pattaya — Thailand - Chiang Mai — Thailand - Hanoi — Vietnam - Manila — Philippines - Cebu — Philippines - Sydney — Australia - Delhi — India - Malé — Maldives - Cape Town — South Africa - Johannesburg — South Africa - Lagos — Nigeria - Florence — Italy - Porto — Portugal - Berlin — Germany - Vienna — Austria - Prague — Czechia - Athens — Greece - Palma de Mallorca — Spain - Las Vegas — United States - Los Angeles — United States - Honolulu — United States - Toronto — Canada - Medellín — Colombia - São Paulo — Brazil - Florianópolis — Brazil - Punta Cana — Dominican Republic - San Salvador — El Salvador - [Dubai](https://staysats.com/hotels/dubai/) — United Arab Emirates - Abu Dhabi — United Arab Emirates ## What does each city page tell you? Each page answers the questions travellers ask before paying a hotel in crypto, with a date and a source for every rule: - **Can we sell it?** "Available", or "Not available yet" with the reason in plain words. - **The local rule on paying in crypto on the spot**, with the date we checked it. - **Places listed on BTC Map** within 25 km of the centre, and how many of them are hotels. - **ID at check-in**: the legal rule where one exists (Japan, France, the United Kingdom, Türkiye…), and what to expect for a deposit. - **Airports and local currency**, from public data. - **Taxes collected at the hotel**: on the hand-written pages, the official city tax with its amount and its source. - **How to book**: bookings are made on request. The total is held on your balance, not charged, until the hotel confirmation number is issued. We publish a median price per night for a city only once it is measured from our own searches. Until then, the search shows the live total for your dates. ## Where is paying in crypto on the spot illegal? In Indonesia, Türkiye and Vietnam, paying a shop or a hotel in crypto on the spot is not allowed. Thailand restricts it to a government pilot that converts crypto to baht. The United Arab Emirates allows only licensed dirham tokens. These rules are about paying a merchant directly. Booking online before you travel is different: you pay StaySats in crypto, and we pay the hotel in local currency. In India, we have not verified the rule yet, and the city pages say so. The table below lists every country of our city pages where a rule applies or is still being checked. ## Local rules on paying in crypto on the spot (checked October 12, 2026) | Country | City pages | Rule | Source | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Indonesia | [Bali](https://staysats.com/hotels/bali/), Jakarta | Not allowed: Law 7/2011 on Currency requires rupiah for payments. Bali announced sanctions against tourists who pay in crypto in May 2023. | [Antara, May 28, 2023](https://en.antaranews.com/news/283182/bali-to-crack-down-on-foreign-tourists-using-crypto-as-payment) | | Türkiye | [Istanbul](https://staysats.com/hotels/istanbul/), Antalya | Not allowed: the central bank banned crypto as a means of payment from April 30, 2021 | [Central Bank of the Republic of Türkiye, April 16, 2021](https://www.tcmb.gov.tr/wps/wcm/connect/EN/TCMB+EN/Main+Menu/Announcements/Press+Releases/2021/ANO2021-17) | | Vietnam | Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Da Nang | Not allowed: crypto is not a legal means of payment. Using an illegal payment instrument can be fined VND 50–100 million (Decree 88/2019, article 26). | [LuatVietnam](https://luatvietnam.vn/tin-phap-luat/bitcoin-how-does-the-law-of-vietnam-regulate-230-29234-article.html) · [Viet An Law](https://vietanlaw.com/legal-framework-for-cryptocurrency-in-vietnam) | | Thailand | [Bangkok](https://staysats.com/hotels/bangkok/), Phuket, Pattaya, Chiang Mai | Restricted: the TouristDigiPay pilot (announced August 18, 2025, for 18 months) converts a tourist's crypto to baht. The shop is paid in baht. | [Thai Government Public Relations Department, September 6, 2025](https://thailand.prd.go.th/en/content/category/detail/id/2078/iid/421434) | | United Arab Emirates | [Dubai](https://staysats.com/hotels/dubai/), Abu Dhabi | Restricted: under the Payment Token Services Regulation (in force August 31, 2024), shops may accept crypto only as a licensed dirham token. Financial free zones are excluded. | [Central Bank of the UAE, rulebook](https://rulebook.centralbank.ae/en/rulebook/payment-token-services-regulation) | | India | Mumbai, Delhi | Not verified yet | — | | Mainland China, Qatar, Egypt, Morocco | No city page | Listed with a ban on crypto in a US Library of Congress report of November 2021 | [Decrypt, November 2021](https://decrypt.co/89148/over-50-countries-have-placed-bans-on-crypto-library-of-congress-report) | A rule on paying a merchant on the spot is not the same as booking online before the trip. This table is information, not legal advice. ## Why can't I book hotels in Spain yet? Because our registration with Spain's guest register is not done. Royal Decree 933/2021 requires anyone who provides or intermediates accommodation in Spain to report guest and payment details to the Ministry of the Interior. The report goes through SES.HOSPEDAJES, within 24 hours of each booking. Until we are registered, hotels in Spain are not available. The pages for Barcelona, Madrid and Palma stay online with that reason and are kept out of search indexes. Separately, we sell no hotel in Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Russia, Belarus, Syria, Crimea or the Russian-occupied areas of Ukraine, and there is no page for them. Details: [where we can't sell hotels](https://staysats.com/where-we-cant-sell-hotels/). ## Do hotels accept crypto at the desk? Rarely, even in the most visited cities. On October 12, 2026, BTC Map listed 10 places within 25 km of central Dubai, 2 of them hotels. London had 86 listed places and Tokyo 51, with no hotel in either city. Bangkok had 95, but Thai rules restrict paying merchants in crypto. A listing is not proof that a place accepts crypto today. That is why StaySats works the other way round. You pay us in crypto before the trip, and the hotel receives a normal booking paid in local currency. Our [acceptance index](https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/) checks hotel groups and booking sites one by one, with the date and source of each status. Large booking sites rarely help either: [Booking.com's payment methods](https://staysats.com/does/booking-com-accept-crypto/) include no crypto. ## Can I book from Argentina or Nigeria? Yes. Travellers in Argentina and Nigeria book the same way as anyone else. You pay from your crypto balance, and we pay the hotel in local currency. Two guides add local facts, with sources: - [Pay a hotel abroad with USDT from Argentina](https://staysats.com/argentina-hotels-abroad-usdt/): step by step on TRC-20, and Brazil's digital guest form. - [Book a hotel abroad from Nigeria with USDT](https://staysats.com/lagos-hotels-abroad-usdt/): London, Johannesburg and other cities, and the London hotel register. Paying in crypto may be a taxable event in your country. Check local rules. ## How are the city pages kept up to date? Every rule carries its own date. The BTC Map counts and the local rules were checked on October 12, 2026. The taxes on the hand-written pages come from official pages checked the same day. We plan to recount BTC Map and review the local rules every quarter, and to update a page sooner when an official rule changes. Travel alerts, such as the one on Dubai, are reviewed every month. Pages generated from data stay out of search indexes until we have measured facts for them. Those facts are the number of hotels we can request and a median price per night. See the [changelog](https://staysats.com/changelog/) for dated updates. ## Frequently asked questions ### Can I book a hotel in a city that has no page here? Yes, if our booking partners sell hotels there. Type the city in the search to see hotels with a live price for your dates, in US dollars. Each booking is then made on request. A city page only adds local facts; it does not limit where you can book. The exceptions are sanctioned places and, for now, Spain. ### Is it legal to book a hotel in Bali or Istanbul with crypto? Paying the hotel in crypto on the spot is not allowed in Indonesia or Türkiye. Booking online before you travel is different. You pay StaySats in crypto, and we pay the hotel in local currency, so the hotel receives a normal booking. Pay extras at the hotel in local currency or by card. This is information, not legal advice. ### Why do some city pages say "Not available yet"? Because we cannot sell hotels there for now. Today this concerns Spain only: Spanish law requires booking intermediaries to report guest and payment details to the Ministry of the Interior within 24 hours. Our registration is not done yet. The page explains the reason and returns to normal when sales open. ### Do you publish hotel prices for each city? Not yet. We will publish a median price per night for a city only once it is measured from our own searches. It will carry the month and the date of the data. Until then, the search shows the price found live for your dates. We confirm the final total with the hotel before you are charged. We never show a guessed price. ### What does the BTC Map count on a city page mean? It is the number of places listed on BTC Map within 25 km of the city centre, added by its volunteer community. The page also gives the number of hotels among them and the date we counted. It shows local crypto use, not hotels we sell. A listing is not proof that a place accepts crypto today, so ask before you rely on it. ### Which countries require a passport copy at hotel check-in? Japan requires hotels to record the nationality and passport number of foreign guests with no address in Japan and to copy their passport. France asks foreign guests to sign a police form, and the United Kingdom asks foreign guests for their passport number. Each hand-written page gives the rule and its source. [Hotel ID rules by country](https://staysats.com/hotel-id-rules/). ### Do city pages show the taxes paid at the hotel? Yes, on the hand-written pages, with the official amount and source. For example, Paris charges €8.45 per adult per night in a 4-star hotel in 2026. Lisbon charges €4 per guest per night for up to 7 nights. When the hotel collects such a tax at the desk, it is confirmed with your booking. ### Can I pay the hotel in crypto when I arrive? Not through us: StaySats is paid before the stay, from your crypto balance, and the hotel is paid by us. Direct acceptance of crypto by a hotel is rare and is tracked in our [acceptance index](https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/). At the hotel, extras are paid in local currency or by card. ## Sources 1. [BTC Map (places listed by its contributors)](https://btcmap.org/) — BTC Map (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [Real Decreto 933/2021 (guest register)](https://www.boe.es/buscar/act.php?id=BOE-A-2021-17461) — Boletín Oficial del Estado (checked 2026-10-12) 3. [Press Release on Payments Area (2021-17)](https://www.tcmb.gov.tr/wps/wcm/connect/EN/TCMB+EN/Main+Menu/Announcements/Press+Releases/2021/ANO2021-17) — Central Bank of the Republic of Türkiye (checked 2026-10-12) 4. [Bali to crack down on foreign tourists using crypto as payment](https://en.antaranews.com/news/283182/bali-to-crack-down-on-foreign-tourists-using-crypto-as-payment) — Antara (checked 2026-10-12) 5. [Thailand to launch TouristDigiPay project](https://thailand.prd.go.th/en/content/category/detail/id/2078/iid/421434) — Government Public Relations Department, Thailand (checked 2026-10-12) 6. [Payment Token Services Regulation (Circular 2/2024)](https://rulebook.centralbank.ae/en/rulebook/payment-token-services-regulation) — Central Bank of the UAE, rulebook (checked 2026-10-12) 7. [Bitcoin - How does the law of Vietnam regulate?](https://luatvietnam.vn/tin-phap-luat/bitcoin-how-does-the-law-of-vietnam-regulate-230-29234-article.html) — LuatVietnam (checked 2026-10-12) 8. [Legal framework for cryptocurrency in Vietnam](https://vietanlaw.com/legal-framework-for-cryptocurrency-in-vietnam) — Viet An Law (checked 2026-10-12) 9. [Over 50 countries have placed bans on crypto: Library of Congress report](https://decrypt.co/89148/over-50-countries-have-placed-bans-on-crypto-library-of-congress-report) — Decrypt (checked 2026-10-12) 10. [Request for producing of passports (foreign guests without an address in Japan)](https://www.mhlw.go.jp/stf/seisakunitsuite/bunya/0000130600_00001.html) — Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, Japan (checked 2026-10-12) 11. [Évolution en 2026 de la taxe de séjour à Paris](https://www.service-public.gouv.fr/entreprendre/actualites/A17929) — Service-Public.fr (checked 2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Bali hotels and crypto: what is legal, and how to book (2026) > Paying a Bali hotel in crypto on the spot is illegal. Booking online first is different: top up from $25, held until it confirms. Hotel tax up to 10%. - URL: https://staysats.com/hotels/bali/ - Last updated: 2026-10-13 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Paying shops or hotels in crypto on the spot is illegal in Indonesia, and Bali announced sanctions against tourists who do it. Booking online before you travel is different: you pay StaySats, and we pay the hotel in rupiah. **Quick answer — Can I pay for a hotel in Bali with crypto?** Not at the hotel: paying shops or hotels in crypto on the spot is illegal in Indonesia, including Bali. Booking online before you travel is different. With **StaySats**, you top up from $25 and pay us. We pay the hotel in rupiah. The total is held, not charged, until the hotel confirmation number is issued. ## Search hotels in Bali Search hotels: https://staysats.com/app/hotels/search?q=Bali&city=bali Live prices in USD for the whole stay; taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them. Bookings are made on request: nothing is charged until the hotel confirmation number is issued, and a higher total needs your agreement. ## Bali hotels: key facts | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Country | Indonesia | | Airports | Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) | | Time zone | Central Indonesia Time (UTC+8) | | Local currency | Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) | | Paying in crypto on the spot | Not allowed: Crypto may be held as an asset but not used to pay (Law 7/2011 on Currency); Bali announced sanctions against tourists who pay in crypto (May 2023). Booking online before you travel is different: you pay StaySats in crypto and we pay the hotel in local currency. | | Places listed on BTC Map within 25 km | 15 places, 5 of them verified since 2025, 3 hotels (BTC Map, October 12, 2026) | | Booking with StaySats | Available | | Legal basis of the ban | Law 7/2011 on Currency: payments in Indonesia must be made in rupiah. Penalty: up to 1 year in prison and a fine of up to IDR 200 million | | Levy for foreign visitors | IDR 150,000 per entry, paid to the province, apart from the hotel bill (Bali Regulation 6/2023, amended by Regulation 2/2025) | | Hotel tax | Regional tax on hotel services (PBJT), capped at 10% by Law 1/2022 | | Foreign guest report | Hotels, villas and guest houses register foreign guests in the immigration app APOA (Immigration Law 6/2011 as amended, article 72) | | Airport (DPS) distances | I Gusti Ngurah Rai airport is at Tuban, next to Kuta. In a straight line, it is about 6 km from Seminyak, 9 km from Nusa Dua and 29 km from Ubud | | Foreign arrivals | 697,110 in July 2025, the highest monthly figure we found for that year (BPS Bali); about 7.05 million by air over 2025 (provisional) | ## Is paying in crypto legal in Indonesia? Not allowed: Crypto may be held as an asset but not used to pay (Law 7/2011 on Currency); Bali announced sanctions against tourists who pay in crypto (May 2023). At a press conference in Denpasar on May 28, 2023, the Governor of Bali said foreign tourists who pay in crypto face firm action. He listed deportation, administrative and criminal sanctions, and the closure of businesses. The Bali office of Bank Indonesia said crypto is allowed as an asset but prohibited as a means of payment. Under the Currency Law, not using rupiah in a payment is punishable. The penalty is up to one year in prison and a fine of up to IDR 200 million. These rules apply to every payment in Indonesia, not only in Bali. This is information, not legal advice. ## Can I still book a Bali hotel with crypto before I travel? Booking online before you travel is different from paying on the spot. With StaySats, you pay us in crypto from your balance, and we pay the hotel in rupiah. The hotel receives a normal prepaid booking and never handles crypto. On site, pay everything in rupiah or by card: extras, the tourist levy, a scooter, a restaurant bill. Do not offer crypto to a hotel, a villa owner or a driver in Bali, even if they ask for it. ## Do hotels in Bali accept crypto at the desk? They should not. BTC Map still lists 15 places, 3 of them hotels, within 25 km of the reference point of our dataset for Bali (October 12, 2026). A listing on a community map does not make a crypto payment legal in Indonesia. If a hotel or villa offers to take crypto at the desk, decline and pay in rupiah. Your StaySats booking is already paid. ## Where to stay in Bali? Bali is an island, not a city: pick the area first, then the hotel. Traffic on the main roads is slow, so the distance from the airport matters. - **Seminyak**: beach hotels, restaurants and shops north of Kuta, about 6 km from the airport in a straight line. - **Canggu**: surf beaches and cafés popular with remote workers, about 12 km from the airport in a straight line. - **Ubud**: inland, among rice terraces and temples, about 29 km from the airport. - **Nusa Dua**: a resort area in the south-east with large beach hotels, about 9 km from the airport. - **Uluwatu and Jimbaran**: cliffs and surf beaches on the Bukit peninsula; Jimbaran bay is next to the airport. - **Sanur**: a calm east-coast beach with a seafront path, where boats leave for Nusa Penida. ## What is added to the bill in Bali? Hotels add a regional tax on hotel services, the PBJT, which Law 1/2022 caps at 10%. Many also add a service charge set by the hotel. On StaySats, these charges are part of the hotel's price when the hotel publishes them. We confirm the final total, taxes included, before you are charged. Foreign tourists also pay a provincial levy, apart from the hotel bill. StaySats does not collect it. > **The levy in detail** Foreign visitors pay Bali's levy to the province, apart from the hotel bill. Where to pay it, who is exempt and what proof to keep: see hotel taxes by city. ## Will the hotel ask for my passport or a deposit? Yes, bring your passport. Under article 72 of the Immigration Law, owners and managers of lodgings must give immigration information about the foreign guests who stay with them. They register each guest in the APOA app, with check-in and check-out dates, so the desk scans or copies your passport. Hotels and villas may also ask for a deposit for extras, in rupiah or by card. StaySats sends the hotel only the lead guest's name and asks for no ID upload at checkout. ## When is Bali busiest? In the middle of the year, in the latest data. BPS Bali counted 697,110 foreign arrivals in July 2025, up 11.42% from July 2024, the highest monthly figure we found for that year. Over 2025, about 7.05 million foreign arrivals came by air, according to provisional figures. For July, search early. The total is held on your balance only after you accept a rate. Its cancellation rules are confirmed with the hotel when it confirms your booking; until then, treat it as non-refundable. ## Held, not charged 1. **Your balance is held at checkout** — The exact total shown is held on your balance. Nothing is charged yet. 2. **We book the room for you** — Bookings are made on request: we book the room with the hotel and confirm the final total. If it is higher than the amount held, you accept the new total or the amount is released. 3. **Charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued** — Your balance is charged when the hotel confirmation number is issued. If we can't confirm the booking in time, the full amount is released to your balance. If the total changes before the hotel confirms, you see the new total and choose: accept it, or have the amount released. Nothing extra is ever taken without your agreement. ## Frequently asked questions ### Is it illegal to pay with crypto in Bali? Yes, as a payment on the spot. Law 7/2011 on Currency requires rupiah for payments in Indonesia. In May 2023, the Governor of Bali announced sanctions for foreign tourists who pay in crypto, up to deportation. Holding crypto is allowed; using it to pay a shop, a hotel or a driver is not. ### Can I book a Bali hotel with USDT before I travel? Booking online before you travel is different from paying on the spot. You pay StaySats in USDT (TRC-20 or ERC-20) from your balance, and we pay the hotel in rupiah. The hotel receives a normal prepaid booking. At the hotel, pay extras in rupiah or by card, never in crypto. ### What happens to a tourist who pays in crypto in Bali? The Governor of Bali said in May 2023 that foreign tourists who pay in crypto face firm action. He listed deportation, administrative and criminal sanctions, and the closure of businesses. The Currency Law also allows up to one year in prison and a fine of up to IDR 200 million. ### Which area of Bali is closest to the airport? Kuta, Tuban and Jimbaran surround the airport. Seminyak is about 6 km away in a straight line, Nusa Dua about 9 km and Canggu about 12 km. Ubud is about 29 km inland, and traffic can make the trip much longer than the distance suggests. ### Why does a Bali hotel scan my passport? Because Indonesian immigration law requires lodgings to report their foreign guests. Hotels, villas and guest houses register each guest in the APOA app, with check-in and check-out dates. The hotel needs your passport details for that report; StaySats does not collect them. ### Does the crypto ban apply to the rest of Indonesia? Yes. The Currency Law applies across Indonesia, including Jakarta. Bali added its own announcement of sanctions in 2023. Booking online before you travel works the same way everywhere in Indonesia: you pay StaySats, and we pay the hotel in rupiah. ## Sources 1. [Bali to crack down on foreign tourists using crypto as payment](https://en.antaranews.com/news/283182/bali-to-crack-down-on-foreign-tourists-using-crypto-as-payment) — Antara (May 28, 2023; checked 2026-10-12) 2. [Love Bali: tourist levy](https://lovebali.baliprov.go.id/) — Bali Provincial Government (checked 2026-10-12) 3. [Bali Regional Regulation No. 2 of 2025, amending Regulation No. 6 of 2023 on the foreign tourist levy](https://lovebali.baliprov.go.id/gubernur/v5/8.pdf) — Bali Provincial Government (checked 2026-10-13) 4. [Lodging managers must report foreign guests through APOA](https://imigrasi.go.id/berita/pengelola-penginapan-wajib-lapor-keberadaan-tamu-asing-lewat-apoa) — Directorate General of Immigration, Indonesia (April 15, 2025; checked 2026-10-12) 5. [Law No. 1 of 2022 on central and regional government financial relations (PBJT)](https://peraturan.bpk.go.id/Details/195682/uu-no-1-tahun-2022) — BPK legal database (checked 2026-10-12) 6. [Foreign tourist arrivals in Bali, July 2025 (BPS Bali)](https://www.detik.com/bali/wisata/d-8090962/kunjungan-wisman-ke-bali-juli-2025-capai-697-ribu-wisnus-tembus-2-29-juta) — detikBali (September 1, 2025; checked 2026-10-12) 7. [Foreign arrivals in Bali reach 7.05 million in 2025](https://ekonomi.bisnis.com/read/20260104/12/1941391/wisman-ke-bali-pecah-rekor-tembus-705-juta-kunjungan-pada-2025) — Bisnis.com (January 4, 2026; checked 2026-10-12) 8. [BTC Map (places listed by its contributors)](https://btcmap.org/) — BTC Map (checked 2026-10-12) 9. [OurAirports open data (airport coordinates for the distances)](https://ourairports.com/data/) — OurAirports (checked 2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Bangkok hotels you can pay for with crypto (2026) > Book a Bangkok hotel with crypto (USDT, BTC) from a $25 top-up: held, not charged, until it confirms. Thai crypto rules, TM30 report, VAT 7%. - URL: https://staysats.com/hotels/bangkok/ - Last updated: 2026-10-13 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Bangkok was the most visited city in the world in 2025, but Thai rules restrict paying shops and hotels in crypto. Booking ahead keeps it simple: you pay StaySats in crypto, and we pay the hotel in baht. **Quick answer — Can I pay for a Bangkok hotel with crypto?** Yes, if you book online first. **StaySats** sells Bangkok hotels paid in crypto: top up from $25 and book. The total is held, not charged, until the hotel confirmation number is issued. We pay the hotel in baht. Paying a Thai hotel in crypto at the desk is restricted, so do not plan on it. ## Search hotels in Bangkok Search hotels: https://staysats.com/app/hotels/search?q=Bangkok&city=bangkok Live prices in USD for the whole stay; taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them. Bookings are made on request: nothing is charged until the hotel confirmation number is issued, and a higher total needs your agreement. ## Bangkok hotels: key facts | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Country | Thailand | | Airports | Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) | | Time zone | Indochina Time (UTC+7) | | Local currency | Thai Baht (THB) | | Paying in crypto on the spot | Restricted: Since April 1, 2022, a rule of Thailand's Securities and Exchange Commission bars licensed digital asset businesses from supporting crypto payments for goods and services. The TouristDigiPay sandbox (announced on 2025-08-18) lets tourists convert crypto to baht, and merchants receive baht only; its 2026 status was not found. Booking online before you travel is different: you pay StaySats in crypto and we pay the hotel in local currency. | | Places listed on BTC Map within 25 km | 95 places, 95 of them verified since 2025, 0 hotels (BTC Map, October 12, 2026) | | Booking with StaySats | Available | | Most visited city in 2025 | 1st in the world: 30.3 million international arrivals (Euromonitor International) | | Suvarnabhumi (BKK) to the Grand Palace | About 29 km in a straight line; Airport Rail Link City Line to Phaya Thai, with a BTS Skytrain connection | | Don Mueang (DMK) to the Grand Palace | About 22 km in a straight line; a shuttle bus links it to Suvarnabhumi | | VAT | 7%, kept at this rate until September 30, 2027 (cabinet decision of July 27, 2026) | | Foreign guest report | The hotel reports each foreign guest to immigration within 24 hours of arrival (Immigration Act 1979, section 38; form TM30) | | TouristDigiPay | Government pilot announced on August 18, 2025, for 18 months: tourists convert crypto to baht through licensed providers, and shops are paid in baht | ## Do hotels in Bangkok accept crypto at the desk? Not in practice. BTC Map lists 95 places within 25 km of central Bangkok, 95 of them verified since 2025, and 0 hotels (October 12, 2026). A listing on a community map is not proof of acceptance. Thai rules also restrict paying shops and hotels in crypto on the spot. With StaySats, the payment happens before the trip, between you and us. You pay from your crypto balance, we pay the hotel in baht, and the front desk sees a normal prepaid booking. Thai hotel group [Minor Hotels](https://staysats.com/does/minor-accept-crypto/) is tracked in our acceptance index. ## Where to stay in Bangkok? Bangkok is large and its traffic is slow, so stay near a BTS Skytrain or MRT station, or near a river pier. - **Sukhumvit**: the long road east of the centre on the BTS Sukhumvit Line, with many hotels, restaurants and nightlife around Nana, Asok and Thong Lo. - **Silom and Sathon**: the business district on the BTS Silom Line and the MRT Blue Line, next to Lumphini Park. - **Riverside**: hotels along the Chao Phraya River, linked by express boats and by the BTS at Saphan Taksin. - **Rattanakosin and Khao San**: the old town around the Grand Palace and Wat Pho, with budget hotels near Khao San Road. - **Siam and Ratchaprasong**: shopping malls around the main BTS interchange; central for first-time visitors. ## What is added to the bill in Bangkok? VAT in Thailand is 7%. The cabinet decided on July 27, 2026 to keep this reduced rate until September 30, 2027, instead of the statutory 10%. Some hotels also add a service charge set by the hotel. We found no separate city tourist tax for Bangkok hotels. On StaySats, VAT and any service charge are part of the hotel's price when the hotel publishes them. We confirm the final total, taxes included, before you are charged. Extras ordered at the hotel, such as room service or laundry, are billed by the hotel in baht. ## Will the hotel ask for my passport or a deposit? Yes, bring your passport. Under section 38 of Thailand's Immigration Act of 1979, a hotel manager must report each foreign guest to immigration within 24 hours of arrival. The report uses form TM30. That is why the front desk scans or copies your passport. The hotel files the report, not you. A deposit for extras is each hotel's own policy, by card or in cash. StaySats asks only for the lead guest's name and an email address; no ID upload at checkout. ## Is paying in crypto legal in Thailand? Restricted: Since April 1, 2022, a rule of Thailand's Securities and Exchange Commission bars licensed digital asset businesses from supporting crypto payments for goods and services. The TouristDigiPay sandbox (announced on 2025-08-18) lets tourists convert crypto to baht, and merchants receive baht only; its 2026 status was not found. The government presented the TouristDigiPay pilot as a way to convert crypto to baht. In its words, the project is "not meant to promote the use of digital assets as a direct payment method". Shops are paid in baht as usual. Booking online before you travel is different: you pay StaySats in crypto, and we pay the hotel in baht. Paying in crypto may be a taxable event in your country. Check local rules. ## How do you get from the airport to central Bangkok? From Suvarnabhumi (BKK), take the Airport Rail Link City Line from the terminal's basement level. It runs to Phaya Thai, where it meets the BTS Skytrain. It runs from about 05:30 to midnight. The airport is about 29 km from the Grand Palace in a straight line. Don Mueang (DMK) is about 22 km from the Grand Palace, and a shuttle bus links the two airports. Taxis and ride-hailing cars serve both airports. ## Held, not charged 1. **Your balance is held at checkout** — The exact total shown is held on your balance. Nothing is charged yet. 2. **We book the room for you** — Bookings are made on request: we book the room with the hotel and confirm the final total. If it is higher than the amount held, you accept the new total or the amount is released. 3. **Charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued** — Your balance is charged when the hotel confirmation number is issued. If we can't confirm the booking in time, the full amount is released to your balance. If the total changes before the hotel confirms, you see the new total and choose: accept it, or have the amount released. Nothing extra is ever taken without your agreement. ## Frequently asked questions ### Can I book a hotel in Bangkok without a credit card? Yes. StaySats takes your crypto before the trip, requests the room and settles with the hotel in baht. Check-in may still involve a deposit for extras. The Bank of Thailand says some foreign bank apps, such as Malaysia's Public Bank, can pay Thai QR codes at merchants. Ask whether your hotel's desk takes them. [Check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/). ### Can I pay a Bangkok hotel in USDT at check-in? Do not count on it: Thai rules restrict paying shops and hotels directly in crypto. Pay before the trip instead. Top up your StaySats balance with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20, book the hotel, and we pay it in baht. At check-in, pay only extras, in baht or by card. ### What is TM30 and does it affect my hotel stay? TM30 is the form a hotel uses to tell Thai immigration that a foreign guest is staying, within 24 hours of arrival. The hotel files it, not you; you only show your passport at check-in. If you later extend a visa, immigration may ask for proof of where you stayed. ### Which Bangkok airport is better for my hotel? It depends on the district. Suvarnabhumi (BKK) has the Airport Rail Link to Phaya Thai, which suits Sukhumvit, Siam and Silom through the BTS. Don Mueang (DMK) is about 22 km from the Grand Palace, against 29 km for BKK. Check which airport you land at before you choose a hotel. ### Is Bangkok busy all year? It is busy most of the year. Bangkok was the most visited city in the world in 2025, with 30.3 million international arrivals, per Euromonitor International. Popular hotels can fill on public holidays and during large events. Search your exact dates: the price is found live for them, and we confirm the final total before you are charged. ### Do Bangkok hotels add a service charge? Some do: a service charge set by the hotel can be added on top of the room rate, together with 7% VAT. On StaySats, both are part of the hotel's price when the hotel publishes them. We confirm the final total with the hotel before you are charged. If it is higher than the amount held, you accept it or the amount is released. ### Can I book a long stay in Bangkok with crypto? Yes, if the hotel sells those dates. The total of the stay is shown in US dollars and held on your balance until the hotel confirms. Before a long stay, check how many days your passport allows in Thailand with the Thai immigration authorities. [Digital nomads](https://staysats.com/digital-nomads/). ### Does the crypto rule also apply in Phuket, Pattaya and Chiang Mai? Yes. The Thai rule is national, so it covers Phuket, Pattaya and Chiang Mai as well. Each of those cities has its own page with the local facts. Booking online with StaySats works the same way there: you pay us in crypto, and the hotel is paid in baht. ## Sources 1. [Most visited cities by international visitors in 2025 (Euromonitor International, Top 100 City Destinations)](https://travelnoire.com/most-visited-cities-international-visitors-2025) — Travel Noire (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [Thailand to launch TouristDigiPay project](https://thailand.prd.go.th/en/content/category/detail/id/2078/iid/421434) — Government Public Relations Department, Thailand (September 6, 2025; checked 2026-10-12) 3. [Thailand crypto-to-baht payment pilot for foreign tourists](https://www.theblock.co/post/367207/thailand-crypto-baht-payment-pilot-foreign-tourists) — The Block (checked 2026-10-12) 4. [The notification of residence of foreign nationals within 24 hours](https://osos.boi.go.th/EN/faq-group/35/The-notification-of-residence-of-foreign-nationals-within-24/) — Thailand Board of Investment (checked 2026-10-12) 5. [Ways to transport](https://suvarnabhumi.airportthai.co.th/service/airport-guide/detail/Transportation_BKK) — Suvarnabhumi Airport, Airports of Thailand (checked 2026-10-12) 6. [Cabinet approves 1-year extension of 7% VAT rate until 30 September 2027](https://www.hlbthai.com/cabinet-approves-1-year-extension-of-7-vat-rate-until-30-september-2027/) — HLB Thailand (checked 2026-10-12) 7. [BTC Map (places listed by its contributors)](https://btcmap.org/) — BTC Map (checked 2026-10-12) 8. [OurAirports open data (airport coordinates for the distances)](https://ourairports.com/data/) — OurAirports (checked 2026-10-12) 9. [Cross-border payment linkages (cross-border QR payments, as of May 2026)](https://www.bot.or.th/en/financial-innovation/digital-finance/digital-payment/cross-border-payment.html) — Bank of Thailand (checked 2026-10-13) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Dubai hotels and crypto: the UAE rule and the current travel alert > Dubai travel alert checked October 12, 2026: US and UK advisories, and what our refund covers. Also the UAE rule on paying in crypto, taxes and ID. - URL: https://staysats.com/hotels/dubai/ - Last updated: 2026-10-13 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Read the travel alert first: strikes on the UAE began on February 28, 2026, and flights can still be cancelled. Below are the 2024 UAE rule on paying in crypto, the taxes and the ID rules. > **Travel disruption in Dubai and the UAE (checked October 12, 2026)** Iranian strikes on Gulf states halted flights at Dubai's two airports on February 28, 2026. Limited flights restarted on March 2. The UK Foreign Office reports strikes and retaliatory attacks by Iran across the region since July 8, 2026. It tells travellers to expect possible flight cancellations and airspace closures (page updated July 24, 2026). The US State Department rates the UAE Level 3, "Reconsider travel" (advisory of August 29, 2026). Read both pages before you book: UK FCDO travel advice · US travel advisory. What we cover: if the hotel can't host you, you get 100% of the stay back. You choose USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or balance credit. See refunds. What we don't cover: flights, transfers and visas, because we sell hotel stays only. If you cancel yourself, the rate rules apply: a non-refundable rate returns nothing. We review this box every month. **Quick answer — Can I pay for a Dubai hotel with crypto?** Only through a booking made online before the trip. Under a 2024 UAE central bank rule, shops may accept crypto only as a licensed dirham token. With **StaySats**, you pay us in crypto, and we pay the hotel in dirhams. The stay is held, not charged, until the hotel confirms. Read the travel alert above before you book. ## Dubai hotels: key facts | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Travel alert (checked October 12, 2026) | US State Department: Level 3, "Reconsider travel" (August 29, 2026). UK FCDO: expect possible flight cancellations and airspace closures. | | Paying in crypto on the spot | Restricted: under a 2024 UAE central bank rule, shops may accept crypto only as a licensed dirham token | | Booking with StaySats | On request: you pay us in crypto, and we pay the hotel in dirhams (AED) | | Flights | Not sold or covered by StaySats: check your flight with the airline | | Tourism Dirham | AED 7 to 20 per room per night, set by hotel category, for at most 30 consecutive nights. The hotel collects it. | | VAT | 5% UAE value added tax | | Dubai International (DXB) to Burj Khalifa | About 11 km in a straight line; the Dubai Metro Red Line stops at Terminals 1 and 3 | | Al Maktoum International (DWC) | About 35 km from Burj Khalifa in a straight line | | Visitors in 2025, before the strikes | 19.59 million international overnight visitors; average hotel occupancy 80.7% | | ID at check-in | Passport, or Emirates ID for residents. A one-time digital registration for contactless check-in has been rolling out since late 2025. | | Places listed on BTC Map | 10 within 25 km, 2 of them hotels, 5 verified since 2025 (October 12, 2026) | ## What if my flight is cancelled after I book? Your hotel booking stays valid if the hotel can still host you. We sell hotel stays only, so a cancelled flight is a matter for your airline. Cancelling the hotel then follows the rate rules. A refundable rate comes back as balance credit, minus any hotel penalty. A non-refundable rate returns nothing. While the alert stands, book the hotel only once your flight is firm. Treat every rate as non-refundable until the hotel confirms its cancellation rules with your booking. If the hotel itself can't host you, the refund in USDT or USDC applies: see [refunds](https://staysats.com/refunds/). ## Do hotels in Dubai accept crypto at the desk? Very few, and a 2024 rule now limits it. BTC Map lists 10 places within 25 km of central Dubai, 2 of them hotels, and 5 verified since 2025 (October 12, 2026). A listing is not proof that a place accepts crypto today. Press articles in 2022 named Palazzo Versace Dubai. From September 7, 2022, its guests could pay in bitcoin through the Binance app, per Bitcoin Magazine. On October 12, 2026, the hotel's own website did not mention crypto: see its entry in our index. With StaySats, the hotel never handles crypto: you pay us, and the hotel receives a normal booking paid in dirhams. ## Is paying in crypto legal in the UAE? Restricted, under the Payment Token Services Regulation of the Central Bank of the UAE, in force since August 31, 2024. It lets a shop accept crypto only as a licensed dirham payment token. Bitcoin, Ether and US dollar stablecoins such as USDT are not allowed for paying goods and services. The rule does not apply in the financial free zones, such as the DIFC in Dubai. Booking with StaySats is different: you pay us online in crypto before the trip, and we pay the hotel in dirhams. This is information, not legal advice. Paying in crypto may be a taxable event in your country. Check local rules. ## What is added to the bill in Dubai? Besides the room rate, expect two official charges. The **Tourism Dirham** is AED 7 to 20 per room per night, depending on the hotel category, and it stops after 30 consecutive nights. It is charged per room, not per guest. On May 21, 2026, Dubai announced that hotels registered with its tourism department could stop collecting it, for a period not yet dated. The UAE also applies **5% VAT**. On StaySats, VAT is part of the hotel's price, and we confirm the final total, taxes included, before you are charged. When the hotel collects a fee itself, such as the Tourism Dirham, it is confirmed with your booking. Extras, parking and late check-out are paid to the hotel. ## Will the hotel ask for my passport or a deposit? Yes for ID. Dubai hotels scan a passport, or an Emirates ID for UAE residents, when you check in. Since late 2025, the Department of Economy and Tourism has offered a one-time digital registration through approved apps. A guest uploads the document once, and later stays need only a face check (Gulf News, December 2025). A deposit is the hotel's own policy. Many hotels hold an amount on a card, or take cash, for extras, even when the room is prepaid. StaySats sends the hotel only the lead guest's name. Read [check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/) if you travel without one. ## Search hotels in Dubai Search hotels: https://staysats.com/app/hotels/search?q=Dubai&city=dubai Live prices in USD for the whole stay; taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them. Bookings are made on request: nothing is charged until the hotel confirmation number is issued, and a higher total needs your agreement. ## What do the 2025 visitor figures show? They describe the year before the strikes. Dubai received 19.59 million international overnight visitors in 2025, according to the Dubai Media Office. December 2025 was the first month above 2 million visitors (2.04 million). Hotel occupancy averaged 80.7% over 2025, up from 78.2% in 2024. These figures were published on February 9, 2026, before flights were halted on February 28. They do not show the effect of the conflict, and we publish no 2026 figure. ## Held, not charged 1. **Your balance is held at checkout** — The exact total shown is held on your balance. Nothing is charged yet. 2. **We book the room for you** — Bookings are made on request: we book the room with the hotel and confirm the final total. If it is higher than the amount held, you accept the new total or the amount is released. 3. **Charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued** — Your balance is charged when the hotel confirmation number is issued. If we can't confirm the booking in time, the full amount is released to your balance. If the total changes before the hotel confirms, you see the new total and choose: accept it, or have the amount released. Nothing extra is ever taken without your agreement. ## Frequently asked questions ### Is it safe to travel to Dubai now? We can't judge that, so we point to official advice. On October 12, 2026, the US State Department rated the UAE Level 3, "Reconsider travel", in an advisory of August 29, 2026. The UK Foreign Office warned of possible flight cancellations and airspace closures. Check both pages again just before you travel. ### Can I pay for a Dubai hotel with USDT? Yes, through StaySats. Top up your balance with USDT on Tron (TRC-20) or Ethereum (ERC-20). We pay the hotel in dirhams, so it does not need to accept USDT. Send USDT only on the network shown on the payment page, and read the travel alert first. [TRC-20 or ERC-20?](https://staysats.com/usdt-trc20-or-erc20-for-hotels/) ### Is the Tourism Dirham included in the price? It depends on the rate. When the hotel collects the Tourism Dirham at the desk, it is confirmed with your StaySats booking. You pay it to the hotel in dirhams or by card. It ranges from AED 7 to 20 per room per night, by hotel category, and stops after 30 consecutive nights. ### Which Dubai airport is closer to the hotels? Dubai International (DXB): about 11 km from Burj Khalifa in a straight line, with Red Line metro stations at Terminals 1 and 3. Al Maktoum International (DWC) is about 35 km from Burj Khalifa. Flights to both airports were halted in early 2026, so check your flight with the airline. ### Do I need a credit card at check-in in Dubai? Often, yes, or a cash deposit. Your room and the taxes in the confirmed total are prepaid. Many Dubai hotels still hold an amount for extras, such as the minibar or room service. Without a card, message the hotel before you arrive and ask whether it accepts a cash deposit. ### Can I book a Dubai hotel for someone else? Yes. Enter the name of the person who will check in as the lead guest: the hotel checks that person's passport or Emirates ID on arrival. StaySats does not ask for anyone's ID. The guest may still need a card or cash for the deposit. ### Does any Dubai hotel accept bitcoin directly? We found none confirmed on an official page as of October 2026. In September 2022, the press reported that Palazzo Versace Dubai took bitcoin through the Binance app. Its website did not mention crypto on October 12, 2026, and a 2024 central bank rule now limits shop payments to licensed dirham tokens. ## Sources 1. [United Arab Emirates travel advice](https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/united-arab-emirates) — UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (updated July 24, 2026; checked 2026-10-12) 2. [United Arab Emirates Travel Advisory (Level 3: Reconsider travel)](https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/united-arab-emirates.html) — US Department of State (August 29, 2026; checked 2026-10-12) 3. [Flights restart in Dubai: Emirates begins limited flights as Dubai airports resume operations after Iran attacks](https://www.businesstoday.in/amp/world/middle-east/story/flights-restart-in-dubai-emirates-begins-limited-flights-as-dubai-airports-resume-operations-after-iran-attacks-518895-2026-03-02) — Business Today (March 2, 2026; checked 2026-10-12) 4. [Payment Token Services Regulation (Circular 2/2024)](https://rulebook.centralbank.ae/en/rulebook/payment-token-services-regulation) — Central Bank of the UAE, rulebook (in force August 31, 2024; checked 2026-10-12) 5. [What you need to know about UAE Central Bank's new regulation on stablecoins](https://www.thenationalnews.com/future/technology/2024/07/19/what-you-need-to-know-about-the-uae-central-banks-new-regulation-on-stablecoins/) — The National (July 19, 2024; checked 2026-10-12) 6. [UAE's new stablecoin regulations transform everyday banking and payments](https://gulfnews.com/business/banking/uae-stablecoin-rules-are-now-quickly-changing-how-you-pay-bank-everyday-1.500415007) — Gulf News (January 21, 2026; checked 2026-10-12) 7. [Palazzo Versace Dubai now accepts bitcoin](https://bitcoinmagazine.com/business/palazzo-versace-dubai-now-accepts-bitcoin) — Bitcoin Magazine (September 12, 2022; checked 2026-10-12) 8. [Other taxes: Tourism Dirham fee](https://u.ae/en/information-and-services/finance-and-investment/taxation/other-taxes) — UAE Government portal (checked 2026-10-12) 9. [Value Added Tax](https://tax.gov.ae/en/taxes/vat.aspx) — Federal Tax Authority, UAE (checked 2026-10-12) 10. [Dubai economic incentives package (exemption from collecting the Tourism Dirham)](https://mediaoffice.ae/en/news/2026/may/21-05/hamdan-bin-mohammed) — Dubai Media Office (May 21, 2026; checked 2026-10-13) 11. [Dubai's tourism industry achieves third successive record-breaking year](https://www.mediaoffice.ae/en/news/2026/february/09-02/dubais-tourism-industry-achieves-third-successive-record-breaking-year) — Dubai Media Office (February 9, 2026; checked 2026-10-12) 12. [To and from the airport](https://www.dubaiairports.ae/before-you-fly/to-from-the-airport/) — Dubai Airports (checked 2026-10-12) 13. [Dubai launches citywide one-time contactless hotel check-in system](https://gulfnews.com/business/tourism/dubai-launches-citywide-one-time-contactless-hotel-check-in-system-1.500374350) — Gulf News (checked 2026-10-12) 14. [BTC Map (places listed by its contributors)](https://btcmap.org/) — BTC Map (checked 2026-10-12) 15. [OurAirports open data (airport coordinates for the distances)](https://ourairports.com/data/) — OurAirports (checked 2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Hong Kong hotels you can pay for with crypto (2026) > Book a Hong Kong hotel with crypto: held, not charged until the hotel confirms. 3% hotel tax, Airport Express, Consensus 2027, BTC Map counts, October 2026. - URL: https://staysats.com/hotels/hong-kong/ - Last updated: 2026-10-13 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Hong Kong received 23.2 million international visitors in 2025, second among cities worldwide per Euromonitor, and hosts Consensus in February 2027. BTC Map lists 21 places within 25 km. Pay StaySats in crypto, and we pay the hotel in Hong Kong dollars. **Quick answer — How do I book a Hong Kong hotel with crypto?** To book a Hong Kong hotel with crypto, top up a **StaySats** balance from $25, pick your dates and book. The total is held, not charged, until the hotel confirmation number is issued. We pay the hotel in Hong Kong dollars. Hotels charge a 3% Hotel Accommodation Tax since January 1, 2025. ## Search hotels in Hong Kong Search hotels: https://staysats.com/app/hotels/search?q=Hong%20Kong&city=hong-kong Live prices in USD for the whole stay; taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them. Bookings are made on request: nothing is charged until the hotel confirmation number is issued, and a higher total needs your agreement. ## Key facts: Hong Kong | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Country | Hong Kong SAR China | | Airports | Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) | | Time zone | Hong Kong Standard Time (UTC+8) | | Local currency | Hong Kong Dollar (HKD) | | Paying in crypto on the spot | No local ban found in our sources (checked October 12, 2026). | | Places listed on BTC Map within 25 km | 21 places, 16 of them verified since 2025, 0 hotels (BTC Map, October 12, 2026) | | Booking with StaySats | Available | | Hotel Accommodation Tax | 3% of accommodation charges from January 1, 2025, after a 0% rate from July 1, 2008; the usual 10% service charge is not taxed | | Airport to the centre | Hong Kong International Airport (HKG), about 25 km in a straight line; the Airport Express covers its 35.3 km in as little as 24 minutes | | Stablecoin rules | Issuing fiat-referenced stablecoins needs an HKMA licence under the Stablecoins Ordinance, in force from August 1, 2025 | | Crypto events | Consensus Hong Kong, February 1–3, 2027, at the Convention and Exhibition Centre · Bitcoin Asia, August 26–27, 2027 | | International visitors | 23.2 million in 2025, second among cities worldwide (Euromonitor International) | ## Do Hong Kong hotels accept crypto at the desk? Very few, from what public data shows. BTC Map lists 21 places within 25 km of Central, 0 of them hotels (October 12, 2026). 16 of those places were verified in 2025 or later. ## Is paying in crypto legal in Hong Kong? We found no ban on paying in crypto on the spot in Hong Kong. Hong Kong regulates crypto under its own laws, separate from mainland China, where all crypto activity is banned. One example: since August 1, 2025, issuing a fiat-referenced stablecoin in Hong Kong requires a licence from the Hong Kong Monetary Authority. When you book with StaySats, none of this reaches the hotel: we pay it in Hong Kong dollars. This is information, not legal advice. ## How much tax do Hong Kong hotels charge? 3% of the room charges. Hong Kong reintroduced its Hotel Accommodation Tax on January 1, 2025, after keeping it at 0% from July 1, 2008. The Legislative Council approved the change on October 23, 2024. The tax applies to accommodation charges, including extra beds, but not to the usual 10% service charge. On StaySats, you see the price found live for your dates, in US dollars, for the whole stay. Taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them; the final total is confirmed with the hotel before you are charged. The tax is part of the hotel's price, and we confirm the final total, taxes included, before you are charged. When the hotel collects it at the desk, it is confirmed with your booking. ## How do I get from the airport to my hotel? The Airport Express is the fastest way. According to MTR, it covers the 35.3 km between the airport and the city in as little as 24 minutes. It stops at Tsing Yi, Kowloon and Hong Kong station in Central. The airport is about 25 km in a straight line from the city centre point we use. A hotel near Hong Kong station or Kowloon station saves a transfer. For an early departure, Tung Chung on Lantau Island is close to the airport. Taxis wait at the airport; allow for traffic at peak hours. ## Which Hong Kong district should I stay in? Most visitors stay on the north shore of Hong Kong Island or in Kowloon: - **Central and Sheung Wan:** the business district, Hong Kong station (Airport Express) and the ferry piers. - **Admiralty:** between Central and Wan Chai, on several MTR lines. - **Wan Chai:** the Convention and Exhibition Centre and a mix of business hotels. - **Causeway Bay:** shopping streets and Victoria Park. - **Tsim Sha Tsui:** harbour views across to the island, museums and the Star Ferry. - **Mong Kok and Yau Ma Tei:** street markets and smaller hotels. - **West Kowloon:** Kowloon station (Airport Express) and the West Kowloon Cultural District. ## Where should I stay for Consensus Hong Kong 2027? In Wan Chai, Admiralty or Causeway Bay. Consensus Hong Kong runs from February 1 to 3, 2027 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, with the exhibition on February 2–3. The venue is on the Wan Chai waterfront, near Exhibition Centre and Wan Chai MTR stations. Central is one or two stops away. Bitcoin Asia returns to Hong Kong on August 26–27, 2027, per its official site; the venue is not announced yet. All upcoming events and their districts are on [crypto conference hotels](https://staysats.com/crypto-conference-hotels/). ## Will a Hong Kong hotel ask for my passport? Yes, expect to show it at check-in. For a visitor, a valid travel document counts as proof of identity in Hong Kong, per the Immigration Department. Hotels may also ask for a card or a cash deposit for extras. We send the hotel only the lead guest's name; there is no ID upload and no selfie at our checkout. Write the name as on the passport. Deposit rules by hotel group are on [check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/). ## Held, not charged 1. **Your balance is held at checkout** — The exact total shown is held on your balance. Nothing is charged yet. 2. **We book the room for you** — Bookings are made on request: we book the room with the hotel and confirm the final total. If it is higher than the amount held, you accept the new total or the amount is released. 3. **Charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued** — Your balance is charged when the hotel confirmation number is issued. If we can't confirm the booking in time, the full amount is released to your balance. If the total changes before the hotel confirms, you see the new total and choose: accept it, or have the amount released. Nothing extra is ever taken without your agreement. ## Frequently asked questions ### Can I book a hotel in Hong Kong without a credit card? Yes. You top up StaySats in crypto, our team requests the room, and the hotel receives Hong Kong dollars. The hotel may still hold a deposit when you check in. Octopus, the local stored-value card, holds at most HK$3,000 on an iPhone, per Octopus. Ask the hotel how it takes deposits. [Check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/). ### Is Hong Kong's 3% hotel tax included when I pay in crypto? Yes. The 3% Hotel Accommodation Tax is part of the hotel's price, and we confirm the final total, taxes included, before you are charged. If the hotel collects it at the desk, it is confirmed with your booking. The tax returned on January 1, 2025, after more than 16 years at 0%. ### Does mainland China's crypto ban apply in Hong Kong? No. Hong Kong has its own laws. It licenses activities such as the issuing of fiat-referenced stablecoins, under the Stablecoins Ordinance in force from August 1, 2025. We found no ban on paying in crypto on the spot in Hong Kong. With StaySats, you pay us in crypto and we pay the hotel in Hong Kong dollars. ### How fast is the Airport Express to Central? As little as 24 minutes for the 35.3 km between the airport and the city, according to MTR. The line ends at Hong Kong station in Central, after Tsing Yi and Kowloon. Hotels near Hong Kong station or Kowloon station are the easiest to reach with luggage. ### Which district is best for Consensus Hong Kong? Wan Chai, where the Convention and Exhibition Centre stands, then Admiralty and Causeway Bay, all within walking distance. Consensus Hong Kong runs from February 1 to 3, 2027. Search as soon as your trip is likely. Cancellation rules are confirmed with the hotel when it confirms your booking; until then, treat the rate as non-refundable. ### Can I pay for a Hong Kong hotel with USDC? Yes. USDC is accepted on Ethereum (ERC-20), credited after 12 confirmations. Top up from $25, book, and the total is held until the hotel confirmation number is issued. You can also use BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC. Released or refunded amounts can be withdrawn in USDT or USDC. ### Can I also book a hotel in Macau? Yes, Macau is one of our destinations, a ferry ride away. BTC Map lists no place within 25 km of Macau, so paying for the hotel before you go is the only crypto option there. The booking is held, then charged when the hotel confirms. ### What if my Hong Kong hotel cannot host me? You get 100% of the stay back. Choose USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or a credit on your StaySats balance. If the hotel never confirms the booking, the held amount is released at once, and you can withdraw it in USDT or USDC. ## Sources 1. [Hotel Accommodation Tax](https://www.ird.gov.hk/eng/tax/hat.htm) — Inland Revenue Department, Hong Kong (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [Airport Express](https://www.mtr.com.hk/en/customer/services/airport_express_index.html) — MTR Corporation (checked 2026-10-12) 3. [Stablecoin issuers](https://www.hkma.gov.hk/eng/key-functions/international-financial-centre/stablecoin-issuers/) — Hong Kong Monetary Authority (checked 2026-10-12) 4. [Consensus Hong Kong 2027](https://consensus-hongkong.coindesk.com/) — CoinDesk (checked 2026-10-12) 5. [Bitcoin Asia 2027](https://asia.b.tc/) — BTC Inc. (checked 2026-10-12) 6. [Proof of identity](https://www.immd.gov.hk/eng/useful_information/access-to-id.html) — Immigration Department, Hong Kong (checked 2026-10-12) 7. [Most visited cities by international visitors in 2025 (Euromonitor International)](https://travelnoire.com/most-visited-cities-international-visitors-2025) — Travel Noire (checked 2026-10-12) 8. [Over 50 countries have placed bans on crypto: Library of Congress report](https://decrypt.co/89148/over-50-countries-have-placed-bans-on-crypto-library-of-congress-report) — Decrypt (November 2021) 9. [BTC Map, places API (v4)](https://api.btcmap.org/v4/places) — BTC Map (checked 2026-10-12) 10. [Top up Octopus on iPhone or Apple Watch (non-Hong Kong credit or debit cards)](https://www.octopus.com.hk/en/consumer/customer-service/faq/tourist-apple-pay/topup.html) — Octopus Cards Limited (checked 2026-10-13) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Istanbul hotels and crypto: the ban, and how to book (2026) > Paying an Istanbul hotel in crypto is banned in Turkey since 2021. Booking online first differs: top up from $25, held until it confirms. Tax 1% to end-2026. - URL: https://staysats.com/hotels/istanbul/ - Last updated: 2026-10-13 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Turkey's central bank has banned paying for goods and services in crypto since April 30, 2021, and that includes hotels. Booking online before you travel is different: you pay StaySats, and we pay the hotel in Turkish lira. **Quick answer — Is crypto payment banned for Istanbul hotels?** Yes, at the hotel: Türkiye (Turkey) has banned crypto as a means of payment since April 30, 2021. Booking online before you travel is different. With **StaySats**, you top up from $25 and pay us. We pay the hotel in Turkish lira. The total is held, not charged, until the hotel confirmation number is issued. ## Search hotels in Istanbul Search hotels: https://staysats.com/app/hotels/search?q=Istanbul&city=istanbul Live prices in USD for the whole stay; taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them. Bookings are made on request: nothing is charged until the hotel confirmation number is issued, and a higher total needs your agreement. ## Istanbul hotels: key facts | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Country | Türkiye | | Airports | İstanbul Airport (IST), Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) | | Time zone | Türkiye Time (UTC+3) | | Local currency | Turkish Lira (TRY) | | Paying in crypto on the spot | Not allowed: Crypto may not be used to pay for goods or services: central bank ban in force since 2021-04-30. Booking online before you travel is different: you pay StaySats in crypto and we pay the hotel in local currency. | | Places listed on BTC Map within 25 km | 6 places, 3 of them verified since 2025, 0 hotels (BTC Map, October 12, 2026) | | Booking with StaySats | Available | | Legal basis of the ban | Regulation on the Disuse of Crypto Assets in Payments, Central Bank of the Republic of Türkiye (Official Gazette No. 31456, April 16, 2021; in force April 30, 2021) | | Accommodation tax | 1% of the price of the night until December 31, 2026 (Presidential Decision 11263, Official Gazette of May 1, 2026); 2% before | | Guest registration | Hotels record the identity and arrival and departure of every guest, Turkish or foreign, for the police (Law 1774 on Identity Notification) | | Istanbul Airport (IST) to Taksim Square | About 34 km in a straight line, about 36 km to Sultanahmet; M11 metro to Gayrettepe | | Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) | On the Asian side: about 30 km from Sultanahmet and 26 km from Kadıköy, in a straight line | | International arrivals in 2025 | 19.7 million, 5th in the world (Euromonitor International) | ## Is paying in crypto legal in Türkiye? No, not as a payment to a shop or a hotel. Not allowed: Crypto may not be used to pay for goods or services: central bank ban in force since 2021-04-30. The central bank's regulation says crypto assets may not be used, directly or indirectly, in payments. Payment firms may not offer services that do so. It applies across Turkey, including Antalya. Booking online before you travel is different: you pay StaySats in crypto from your balance, and we pay the hotel in Turkish lira. The hotel receives a normal prepaid booking and never handles crypto. This is information, not legal advice. ## Do hotels in Istanbul accept crypto at the desk? They should not. BTC Map lists 6 places within 25 km of central Istanbul, 3 of them verified since 2025, and 0 hotels (October 12, 2026). A listing on a community map does not make a crypto payment lawful in Turkey. At the hotel, pay extras in Turkish lira or by card. If someone offers to take crypto for a room or a tour, decline: your StaySats booking is already paid. ## Where to stay in Istanbul? Istanbul spans two continents, so choose your side of the Bosphorus first. - **Sultanahmet**: the old city with Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and Topkapı Palace, on the T1 tram. - **Beyoğlu and Taksim**: İstiklal Avenue, Galata Tower and nightlife; the M2 metro stops at Taksim. - **Karaköy and Galata**: the waterfront on the Golden Horn, between the old city and Beyoğlu, with ferry piers. - **Beşiktaş and Nişantaşı**: the Bosphorus shore with Dolmabahçe Palace, and upscale shopping streets inland. - **Şişli and Levent**: business districts along the M2 line; Gayrettepe has the M11 metro to Istanbul Airport. - **Kadıköy**: a lively district on the Asian side, closer to Sabiha Gökçen, with ferries to Karaköy and Eminönü. ## What is added to the bill in Istanbul? Turkey's accommodation tax, charged by the hotel on the price of each night. It is 1% until December 31, 2026, after Presidential Decision 11263 published on May 1, 2026; it was 2% before. We found no announcement of the rate for 2027 yet. On StaySats, taxes are part of the hotel's price when the hotel publishes them. We confirm the final total, taxes included, before you are charged. When the hotel collects a tax itself, it is confirmed with your booking. Extras are billed by the hotel in lira. ## Will the hotel ask for my passport or a deposit? Yes, bring your passport. Under Law 1774 on Identity Notification, hotels must record the identity and the arrival and departure of every guest, Turkish or foreign. They must keep these records available to the police. Hotels send these records through the police notification system, so the desk scans your passport at check-in. A deposit for extras is each hotel's own policy, by card or in cash. StaySats sends the hotel only the lead guest's name and asks for no ID upload at checkout. See [hotel ID rules by country](https://staysats.com/hotel-id-rules/). ## How do you get from the airports to the centre? Istanbul Airport (IST), on the European side, is about 34 km from Taksim Square and about 36 km from Sultanahmet in a straight line. The M11 metro links it to Gayrettepe, where you change to the M2 line for Taksim. Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) is on the Asian side, about 26 km from Kadıköy and about 30 km from Sultanahmet in a straight line. If you land at Sabiha Gökçen, a hotel in Kadıköy or on the Asian shore keeps the transfer short. ## Held, not charged 1. **Your balance is held at checkout** — The exact total shown is held on your balance. Nothing is charged yet. 2. **We book the room for you** — Bookings are made on request: we book the room with the hotel and confirm the final total. If it is higher than the amount held, you accept the new total or the amount is released. 3. **Charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued** — Your balance is charged when the hotel confirmation number is issued. If we can't confirm the booking in time, the full amount is released to your balance. If the total changes before the hotel confirms, you see the new total and choose: accept it, or have the amount released. Nothing extra is ever taken without your agreement. ## Frequently asked questions ### Can I book a hotel in Istanbul without a credit card? Yes. You pay StaySats in crypto before travelling; the room is booked on request and paid in Turkish lira. The hotel can still want a deposit on arrival. Credit cards carried about 85% of card payment value in Türkiye in July 2026, by our count from BKM figures. Ask the desk about alternatives. [Check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/). ### Is crypto payment banned in Turkey? Yes. Since April 30, 2021, a regulation of the Central Bank of the Republic of Türkiye has forbidden paying for goods and services with crypto assets. The ban covers direct and indirect use. It also bars payment firms from offering such services. Holding and trading crypto are separate questions; paying a hotel or a shop in crypto is not allowed. ### Can I book an Istanbul hotel with crypto before I travel? Booking online before you travel is different from paying on the spot. You pay StaySats in crypto from your balance, and we pay the hotel in Turkish lira. The hotel receives a normal prepaid booking. At the hotel, pay extras in lira or by card, never in crypto. ### What is the accommodation tax in Istanbul in 2026? 1% of the price of each night, until December 31, 2026. A Presidential Decision published in the Official Gazette on May 1, 2026 cut the rate from 2%. The hotel charges it. On StaySats, a tax collected at the desk is confirmed with your booking. ### Which Istanbul airport is better for Sultanahmet? Both are 30 to 36 km away in a straight line. Istanbul Airport (IST) is about 36 km away, and Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) about 30 km, across the Bosphorus. From IST, the M11 metro reaches Gayrettepe; from there, connect to the old city by metro and tram. ### Why does an Istanbul hotel scan my passport? Because Law 1774 on Identity Notification requires hotels to record the identity, arrival and departure of every guest. The records must stay available to the police. The hotel needs your passport details for that record; StaySats does not collect them. ### Can I pay extras at an Istanbul hotel in crypto? No. The central bank ban covers every payment for goods and services in Turkey. Pay minibar, spa or transfer bills in Turkish lira or by card. Only your room, booked and paid online through StaySats before the trip, is covered by your crypto balance. ### Does the ban apply to Antalya and other Turkish cities? Yes. The regulation is national, so it covers Antalya and every other Turkish city. Booking online before you travel works the same way there: you pay StaySats in crypto, and we pay the hotel in Turkish lira. Pay extras at the hotel in lira or by card. ## Sources 1. [Press Release on Payments Area (2021-17)](https://www.tcmb.gov.tr/wps/wcm/connect/EN/TCMB+EN/Main+Menu/Announcements/Press+Releases/2021/ANO2021-17) — Central Bank of the Republic of Türkiye (April 16, 2021; checked 2026-10-12) 2. [Regulation on the Disuse of Crypto Assets in Payments (English)](https://www.tcmb.gov.tr/wps/wcm/connect/c241af16-e730-45b5-bb0d-31d3af28884e/Regulation+on+the+Disuse+of+Crypto+Assets+in+Payments.pdf?MOD=AJPERES) — Central Bank of the Republic of Türkiye (checked 2026-10-12) 3. [Note on Presidential Decision 11263: accommodation tax rate of 1% until December 31, 2026](https://cdn.gib.gov.tr/api/gibportal-file/file/getFile?objectKey=DUYURU%2FUNIVERSAL%2F2026%2FCK11263_not.pdf) — Gelir İdaresi Başkanlığı (Revenue Administration of Türkiye) (May 1, 2026; checked 2026-10-13) 4. [Kimlik Bildirme Kanunu (Law 1774 on Identity Notification)](https://www.mevzuat.gov.tr/mevzuatmetin/1.5.1774.pdf) — Mevzuat Bilgi Sistemi (checked 2026-10-12) 5. [Airport transportation](https://www.istairport.com/en/airport/airport-transportation) — Istanbul Airport (checked 2026-10-12) 6. [Most visited cities by international visitors in 2025 (Euromonitor International, Top 100 City Destinations)](https://travelnoire.com/most-visited-cities-international-visitors-2025) — Travel Noire (checked 2026-10-12) 7. [BTC Map (places listed by its contributors)](https://btcmap.org/) — BTC Map (checked 2026-10-12) 8. [OurAirports open data (airport coordinates for the distances)](https://ourairports.com/data/) — OurAirports (checked 2026-10-12) 9. [Temmuz 2026 basın bülteni (card payments in July 2026)](https://bkm.com.tr/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/BKM-Temmuz-2026-Basin-Bulteni.pdf) — BKM (Interbank Card Center) (checked 2026-10-13) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Lisbon hotels you can pay for with crypto (2026) > Book a Lisbon hotel with crypto (BTC, USDT) from a $25 top-up: held, not charged, until it confirms. Tourist tax €4 a night for 7 nights at most. - URL: https://staysats.com/hotels/lisbon/ - Last updated: 2026-10-13 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Lisbon is a popular base for digital nomads and has an active bitcoin scene: BTC Map lists 53 places there. Most hotels still bill in euros, so the simple route is to pay StaySats in crypto and let us pay the hotel. **Quick answer — Can I book a Lisbon hotel with bitcoin?** Yes. **StaySats** lets you book a Lisbon hotel with bitcoin or other crypto. Top up from $25, then book any Lisbon hotel in the search. The total is held, not charged, until the hotel confirmation number is issued, and we pay the hotel in euros. Lisbon's tourist tax is €4 per guest per night, for at most 7 nights. ## Search hotels in Lisbon Search hotels: https://staysats.com/app/hotels/search?q=Lisbon&city=lisbon Live prices in USD for the whole stay; taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them. Bookings are made on request: nothing is charged until the hotel confirmation number is issued, and a higher total needs your agreement. ## Lisbon hotels: key facts | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Country | Portugal | | Airports | Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) | | Time zone | Western European Time (UTC / UTC+1) | | Local currency | Euro (EUR) | | Paying in crypto on the spot | No local ban found in our sources (checked October 12, 2026). | | Places listed on BTC Map within 25 km | 53 places, 34 of them verified since 2025, 3 hotels (BTC Map, October 12, 2026) | | Booking with StaySats | Available | | Municipal tourist tax | €4 per guest per night, guests aged 13 and over, for up to 7 nights (€28 per stay); since September 1, 2024 | | Tourist tax exemptions | Stays for medical treatment (plus one night, with a companion); students and scholarship holders in the first 60 days of each academic year | | Foreign guest report | The hotel reports each foreign guest to the immigration authorities within 3 working days, through the SIBA system (Law 23/2007; Portaria 415/2008) | | Airport (LIS) to Praça do Comércio | About 8 km in a straight line; the metro Red line starts at Aeroporto station | ## Do hotels in Lisbon accept crypto at the desk? A few may. BTC Map lists 53 places within 25 km of central Lisbon, 34 of them verified since 2025 (October 12, 2026). Hotels or other lodgings among them: 3. A listing is not proof that a place accepts crypto today: volunteers add listings, and they can be out of date. Confirm with the hotel before you rely on paying in crypto there. With StaySats, any hotel in the search works: you pay us from your balance, and we pay the hotel in euros. ## Where to stay in Lisbon? Lisbon is built on hills, so check the walk from the nearest metro station, not only the distance. - **Baixa and Chiado**: the flat grid rebuilt after the 1755 earthquake, down to Praça do Comércio; metro Blue and Green lines at Baixa-Chiado. - **Alfama**: the oldest quarter, with steep lanes below São Jorge Castle and tram 28. - **Bairro Alto and Príncipe Real**: restaurants and nightlife on the hill west of Chiado. - **Avenida da Liberdade**: a wide avenue with many large hotels, between Restauradores and Marquês de Pombal. - **Parque das Nações**: the modern riverside district of the 1998 World Expo, closest to the airport, with Oriente station. - **Belém**: monuments and museums west along the Tagus, further from the centre. ## What is added to the bill in Lisbon? Lisbon's municipal tourist tax is €4 per guest per night, for guests aged 13 and over. It is charged for at most 7 consecutive nights, so never more than €28 per guest per stay. The rate doubled from €2 on September 1, 2024. The hotel collects it and passes it to the city. Stays for medical treatment are exempt, as are students and scholarship holders in the first 60 days of each academic year. On StaySats, when the hotel collects the tax at the desk, it is confirmed with your booking. The rest of the price is paid from your balance, once we confirm the final total with the hotel. > **Compare city taxes** Each city sets its own amount, age rule and night cap. Compare Lisbon with Paris, Tokyo, New York and Bali in hotel taxes by city. ## Will the hotel ask for my passport or a deposit? Yes, if you are not Portuguese. Portuguese law requires hotels to report every foreign guest to the immigration authorities within three working days. They use the SIBA system (Law 23/2007 and Portaria 415/2008). The front desk records your name, date of birth, nationality and the number of your passport or ID card. A deposit for extras is each hotel's policy, by card or in cash. StaySats asks only for the lead guest's name and an email address; no ID upload at checkout. See [hotel ID rules by country](https://staysats.com/hotel-id-rules/). ## Is paying in crypto legal in Portugal? No local ban found in our sources (checked October 12, 2026). Booking with StaySats does not depend on a hotel accepting crypto: you pay us in crypto, and we pay the hotel in euros. Paying in crypto may be a taxable event in your country. Check local rules. If you live in Portugal, check the Portuguese rules on crypto gains before you spend coins held for a short time. ## How do you get from Lisbon airport to the centre? Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) is about 8 km from Praça do Comércio in a straight line. The metro Red line starts at Aeroporto station; change at Alameda or São Sebastião for the centre. Taxis and ride-hailing cars also serve the airport. For Parque das Nações, the Red line reaches Oriente in a few stops. ## Held, not charged 1. **Your balance is held at checkout** — The exact total shown is held on your balance. Nothing is charged yet. 2. **We book the room for you** — Bookings are made on request: we book the room with the hotel and confirm the final total. If it is higher than the amount held, you accept the new total or the amount is released. 3. **Charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued** — Your balance is charged when the hotel confirmation number is issued. If we can't confirm the booking in time, the full amount is released to your balance. If the total changes before the hotel confirms, you see the new total and choose: accept it, or have the amount released. Nothing extra is ever taken without your agreement. ## Frequently asked questions ### Can a digital nomad book a month in Lisbon with crypto? Yes, if the hotel sells the dates. Search the full month: the total is shown in US dollars and held on your balance until the hotel confirms. Cancellation rules, often stricter on long stays, are confirmed with the hotel when it confirms your booking. Also check the length of stay your passport allows in the Schengen area. [Digital nomads](https://staysats.com/digital-nomads/). ### Why does a Lisbon hotel need my passport details? Because Portuguese law requires hotels to report each foreign guest to the immigration authorities within three working days, through the SIBA system. The hotel records your name, date of birth, nationality and document number. StaySats does not collect these details: the hotel does, at check-in. ### Can I pay a Lisbon hotel in bitcoin directly? Possibly at a few places: BTC Map lists 3 hotels or other lodgings in the Lisbon area (October 12, 2026). A listing is not proof that they accept bitcoin today, so ask the hotel first. Otherwise, book through StaySats: you pay us in bitcoin (2 confirmations), and we pay the hotel in euros. ### Can I book a Lisbon hotel from Argentina with USDT? Yes. Travellers in Argentina book Lisbon hotels the same way as anyone else. Top up with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20, book, and we pay the hotel in euros. Our guide to [paying a hotel abroad with USDT from Argentina](https://staysats.com/argentina-hotels-abroad-usdt/) walks through a TRC-20 top-up, step by step. ### Does Porto have a similar tourist tax? Porto has its own municipal tourist tax, set by its city council, with its own amount. See the Porto hotels page for the local facts in our data. On any booking, a tax collected by the hotel at the desk is confirmed with your booking. ## Sources 1. [Tourist tax: overnight stays (flyer, 2024)](https://informacoeseservicos.lisboa.pt/fileadmin/informacoes_servicos/pedidos/pagamentos_taxas_tarifas/taxa_turistica_flyer_2024_EN.pdf) — Câmara Municipal de Lisboa (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [Tourist tax on overnight stays rises to 4 euros](https://informacao.lisboa.pt/en/news/detail/tourist-tax-on-overnight-stays-rises-to-4-euros) — Câmara Municipal de Lisboa (checked 2026-10-12) 3. [Portaria n.º 415/2008 (communication of foreign guests, SIBA)](https://diariodarepublica.pt/dr/detalhe/portaria/415-2008-449466) — Diário da República (checked 2026-10-12) 4. [Lisbon Metro network](https://www.metrolisboa.pt/en/) — Metropolitano de Lisboa (checked 2026-10-12) 5. [BTC Map (places listed by its contributors)](https://btcmap.org/) — BTC Map (checked 2026-10-12) 6. [OurAirports open data (airport coordinates for the distances)](https://ourairports.com/data/) — OurAirports (checked 2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # London hotels you can pay for with crypto (2026) > Book a London hotel with crypto from a $25 top-up: held, not charged, until it confirms. No tourist tax yet, 20% VAT, passport details by law. - URL: https://staysats.com/hotels/london/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) London had 22.7 million international arrivals in 2025, yet few of its hotels take crypto at the desk. You pay StaySats in crypto before you travel, and we pay the hotel in pounds. **Quick answer — Can I book a hotel in London with crypto?** Yes. **StaySats** lets you book a hotel in London with crypto. Top up from $25, then search your dates and book. The total is held, not charged, until the hotel confirmation number is issued. We pay the hotel in pounds. UK room prices include 20% VAT, and London has no tourist tax (October 2026). ## Search hotels in London Search hotels: https://staysats.com/app/hotels/search?q=London&city=london Live prices in USD for the whole stay; taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them. Bookings are made on request: nothing is charged until the hotel confirmation number is issued, and a higher total needs your agreement. ## London hotels: key facts | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Country | United Kingdom | | Airports | London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW), London Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN), London City Airport (LCY), London Southend Airport (SEN) | | City code (IATA) | LON | | Time zone | United Kingdom Time (UTC / UTC+1) | | Local currency | British Pound (GBP) | | Paying in crypto on the spot | No local ban found in our sources (checked October 12, 2026). | | Places listed on BTC Map within 25 km | 86 places, 49 of them verified since 2025, 0 hotels (BTC Map, October 12, 2026) | | Booking with StaySats | Available | | International arrivals in 2025 | 22.7 million, 3rd in the world (Euromonitor International) | | Tourist tax | None as of October 2026. On September 10, 2026, the UK government confirmed that mayors will be able to set an overnight visitor levy. It will be a percentage of the room cost, once a new law passes. | | VAT | 20% standard rate | | Guest record by law | Every guest aged 16 or over gives full name and nationality. Foreign nationals also give passport number and place of issue (Immigration (Hotel Records) Order 1972) | | Heathrow (LHR) to Trafalgar Square | About 23 km in a straight line; Heathrow Express reaches Paddington in 15 minutes from Terminals 2 and 3 | | Other airports to Trafalgar Square | In a straight line: London City (LCY) about 13 km, Gatwick (LGW) about 40 km and Luton (LTN) about 44 km. Stansted (STN) is about 49 km, Southend (SEN) about 57 km. | ## Do hotels in London accept crypto at the desk? Rarely. BTC Map lists 86 places within 25 km of central London, 49 of them verified since 2025, and 0 hotels (October 12, 2026). A listing is not proof that a place accepts crypto today. Large hotel groups are tracked one by one in our [acceptance index](https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/), including UK-based [IHG](https://staysats.com/does/ihg-accept-crypto/). With StaySats, the question does not matter: you pay us from your crypto balance, and the hotel receives a normal booking paid in pounds. ## Where to stay in London? Choose an area near an Underground or Elizabeth line station: it matters more than the exact distance. - **Westminster and the West End**: Trafalgar Square, theatres, Covent Garden and Soho; the most central choice. - **Kensington and Knightsbridge**: the museums of South Kensington and Hyde Park, on the Piccadilly line to Heathrow. - **Paddington**: terminus of the Heathrow Express, 15 minutes from Terminals 2 and 3; practical for an early departure. - **King's Cross and St Pancras**: a rail hub served by six Underground lines. - **The City and Shoreditch**: the financial district and its eastern neighbour; Liverpool Street has the Elizabeth line and the Stansted Express. - **South Bank and London Bridge**: along the Thames, near Borough Market and Tate Modern. ## What is added to the bill in London? No tourist tax, for now. London has no city tax on hotel stays as of October 2026. On September 10, 2026, the UK government published its response to a consultation on an overnight visitor levy in England. Mayors, including the Mayor of London, will be able to set one as a percentage of the accommodation cost. A new law is needed first, and London would also need its own consultation. Room prices include 20% VAT, so the tax is part of the hotel's price. On StaySats, we confirm the final total, taxes included, before you are charged. Breakfast, parking and extras are charged by the hotel unless the rate includes them. If London introduces a levy, it will be confirmed with your booking. ## Will the hotel ask for my passport or a deposit? UK law requires a hotel to record every guest aged 16 or over: full name and nationality. Guests who are not British, Irish or Commonwealth citizens also give their passport number and place of issue. When they leave, they give their next destination (Immigration (Hotel Records) Order 1972, article 4). Bring the passport you travel with. Many London hotels also ask for a card or cash deposit for extras, even on a prepaid room. StaySats sends the hotel only the lead guest's name. Without a credit card, read [check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/). ## Is paying in crypto legal in the UK? No local ban found in our sources (checked October 12, 2026). We found no UK rule that stops a hotel from accepting crypto, but few hotels offer it. Booking ahead is the simple route: you pay StaySats in crypto, and we pay the hotel in pounds. Tax can still apply. HM Revenue and Customs lists using cryptoassets to pay for goods or services as a disposal that may lead to Capital Gains Tax. Paying in crypto may be a taxable event in your country. Check local rules. ## How do you get from Heathrow to central London? Heathrow Express runs to Paddington in 15 minutes from Terminals 2 and 3, and about 6 minutes more from Terminal 5. The Elizabeth line and the Piccadilly line also serve Heathrow, more slowly. Heathrow is about 23 km from Trafalgar Square in a straight line. The other airports are further out, except London City (LCY), about 13 km east of Trafalgar Square. Gatwick is about 40 km south and Stansted about 49 km north-east. ## Held, not charged 1. **Your balance is held at checkout** — The exact total shown is held on your balance. Nothing is charged yet. 2. **We book the room for you** — Bookings are made on request: we book the room with the hotel and confirm the final total. If it is higher than the amount held, you accept the new total or the amount is released. 3. **Charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued** — Your balance is charged when the hotel confirmation number is issued. If we can't confirm the booking in time, the full amount is released to your balance. If the total changes before the hotel confirms, you see the new total and choose: accept it, or have the amount released. Nothing extra is ever taken without your agreement. ## Frequently asked questions ### Can I book a London hotel with bitcoin? Yes, through StaySats. Top up your balance with BTC (credited after 2 confirmations) or another accepted coin, search London and book. The hotel is paid in pounds by us. BTC Map lists only 0 hotels in the London area (October 12, 2026), and a listing is not proof of acceptance. [Pay with bitcoin](https://staysats.com/pay/bitcoin/). ### Is there a tourist tax in London? Not as of October 2026. On September 10, 2026, the UK government confirmed that mayors in England will get the power to set an overnight visitor levy. It would be charged as a percentage of the room cost. A law must pass first, and London would consult before using it. If a levy starts, it will be confirmed with your StaySats booking. ### Why does a London hotel ask for my nationality and passport number? Because the Immigration (Hotel Records) Order 1972 requires it. Every guest aged 16 or over gives a full name and nationality. Guests who are not British, Irish or Commonwealth citizens also give their passport number and place of issue. The hotel keeps this record; StaySats does not collect it. ### Which London area is best after a Heathrow arrival? Paddington, if speed matters: Heathrow Express arrives there in 15 minutes from Terminals 2 and 3. Kensington and Knightsbridge are on the Piccadilly line, which runs straight from Heathrow. The Elizabeth line also links Heathrow with Paddington, the West End and the City. ### Do I need a credit card to check in at a London hotel? Usually the hotel asks for a card or a cash deposit for extras, even when the room is prepaid. Policies vary: some hotels accept a debit card, others cash. If you travel without a credit card, message the hotel before you arrive and ask. [Check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/). ### Is paying for a London hotel in crypto taxable? It can be. In the UK, HM Revenue and Customs counts using cryptoassets to pay for goods or services as a disposal. That may mean Capital Gains Tax on any gain. Rules depend on where you are tax resident. Paying in crypto may be a taxable event in your country; StaySats does not give tax advice. ### Can I book a London hotel from Nigeria with USDT? Yes. From Lagos or anywhere in Nigeria, you pay StaySats from a crypto balance, and we pay the hotel in pounds. No card is needed to book, though the hotel may ask for a deposit at check-in. The UK hotel register law asks Commonwealth citizens, Nigerians included, for their name and nationality only. More in our guide to [booking a hotel abroad from Nigeria](https://staysats.com/lagos-hotels-abroad-usdt/). ## Sources 1. [Overnight visitor levy in England (consultation and government response)](https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/overnight-visitor-levy-in-england) — GOV.UK (updated September 10, 2026; checked 2026-10-12) 2. [Government confirms new tourist levy](https://www.icaew.com/insights/tax-news/2026/sep-2026/government-confirms-new-tourist-levy) — ICAEW (checked 2026-10-12) 3. [The Immigration (Hotel Records) Order 1972, article 4](https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1972/1689/article/4/made) — legislation.gov.uk (checked 2026-10-12) 4. [VAT rates](https://www.gov.uk/vat-rates) — GOV.UK (checked 2026-10-12) 5. [Check if you need to pay tax when you sell cryptoassets](https://www.gov.uk/guidance/check-if-you-need-to-pay-tax-when-you-sell-cryptoassets) — HM Revenue and Customs (checked 2026-10-12) 6. [Heathrow Express](https://www.heathrowexpress.com/) — Heathrow Express (checked 2026-10-12) 7. [Most visited cities by international visitors in 2025 (Euromonitor International, Top 100 City Destinations)](https://travelnoire.com/most-visited-cities-international-visitors-2025) — Travel Noire (checked 2026-10-12) 8. [BTC Map (places listed by its contributors)](https://btcmap.org/) — BTC Map (checked 2026-10-12) 9. [OurAirports open data (airport coordinates for the distances)](https://ourairports.com/data/) — OurAirports (checked 2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Mexico City hotels you can pay for with crypto (2026) > Book a Mexico City hotel with crypto from a $25 top-up: held, not charged, until it confirms. 3.5% city lodging tax, airport 7 km from the Zócalo. - URL: https://staysats.com/hotels/mexico-city/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) BTC Map lists 79 places in Mexico City, but only 4 were verified since 2025. Booking ahead is more reliable: you pay StaySats in crypto, and we pay the hotel in pesos. **Quick answer — Can I book a Mexico City hotel with crypto?** Yes. **StaySats** lets you book a Mexico City hotel with crypto. Top up from $25, then search your dates and book. The total is held, not charged, until the hotel confirmation number is issued, and we pay the hotel in pesos. Hotels in the city charge a 3.5% lodging tax, confirmed with your booking when collected at the desk. ## Search hotels in Mexico City Search hotels: https://staysats.com/app/hotels/search?q=Mexico%20City&city=mexico-city Live prices in USD for the whole stay; taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them. Bookings are made on request: nothing is charged until the hotel confirmation number is issued, and a higher total needs your agreement. ## Mexico City hotels: key facts | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Country | Mexico | | Airports | Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX), Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU) | | Time zone | Central Standard Time (UTC-6) | | Local currency | Mexican Peso (MXN) | | Paying in crypto on the spot | No local ban found in our sources (checked October 12, 2026). | | Places listed on BTC Map within 25 km | 79 places, 4 of them verified since 2025, 3 hotels (BTC Map, October 12, 2026) | | Booking with StaySats | Available | | City lodging tax | 3.5% of the price of the stay, charged by hotels (Mexico City Fiscal Code, article 164). The rate is 5% when an intermediary that collects the payment, such as a home-rental platform, pays it | | Benito Juárez Airport (MEX) to the Zócalo | About 7 km in a straight line; Metro Line 5 stops at Terminal Aérea, next to Terminal 1 | | Metrobús Line 4 | Serves both airport terminals and runs through the Historic Centre to Paseo de la Reforma | | Felipe Ángeles Airport (NLU) to the Zócalo | About 37 km north in a straight line | ## Do hotels in Mexico City accept crypto at the desk? A few are listed, but check first. BTC Map lists 79 places within 25 km of our reference point in Mexico City, including 3 hotels (October 12, 2026). Only 4 of those places were verified since 2025, so many listings may be out of date. A listing is not proof that a place accepts crypto today. Call or message a hotel before you rely on paying it in bitcoin. With StaySats, any hotel in the search works: you pay us from your crypto balance, and the hotel receives a normal prepaid booking in pesos. ## Where to stay in Mexico City? Mexico City is huge: stay in a central district near a Metro or Metrobús line to keep trips short. - **Centro Histórico**: the Zócalo, the Metropolitan Cathedral and the Templo Mayor; the closest district to the airport. - **Roma Norte and Condesa**: tree-lined streets, cafés and parks, popular with remote workers. - **Juárez and Paseo de la Reforma**: business hotels along the main avenue, near the Angel of Independence; Metrobús Line 4 runs here from the airport. - **Polanco**: upscale shops and restaurants next to Chapultepec Park and its museums. - **Coyoacán**: quieter streets in the south, home of the Frida Kahlo Museum. - **Santa Fe**: an office district in the west, far from the historic centre. ## What is added to the bill in Mexico City? Mexico City's lodging tax: 3.5% of the price of the stay, under article 164 of the city's Fiscal Code. The rate is 5% when an intermediary that collects the payment, such as a home-rental platform, pays the tax. Mexican VAT (IVA) also applies to hotel stays. On StaySats, taxes are part of the hotel's price when the hotel publishes them, and we confirm the final total before you are charged. When the hotel collects a tax itself, it is confirmed with your booking. Extras, parking and room service are billed by the hotel in pesos. ## Will the hotel ask for my passport or a deposit? Bring your passport: hotels ask for an ID at check-in, and as a foreign visitor your passport is the document to show. We found no city rule requiring hotels to copy passports, like Japan's; the check is the hotel's own policy. Many hotels also ask for a card or a cash deposit for extras, even on a prepaid room. StaySats sends the hotel only the lead guest's name. Without a credit card, read [check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/) and ask the hotel before you arrive. ## Is paying in crypto legal in Mexico? No local ban found in our sources (checked October 12, 2026). Booking with StaySats does not depend on a hotel accepting crypto: you pay us in crypto, and we pay the hotel in pesos. Paying in crypto may be a taxable event in your country. Check local rules before you spend coins that have gained value. ## How do you get from the airport to your hotel? Benito Juárez International (MEX) is about 7 km from the Zócalo in a straight line. Metro Line 5 stops at Terminal Aérea, a few steps from Terminal 1. Metrobús Line 4 serves both terminals and runs through the Historic Centre to Paseo de la Reforma. The official city guide does not recommend the Metro for newly arrived visitors with heavy luggage. Felipe Ángeles International (NLU) is about 37 km north of the Zócalo, so allow more time from there. ## Held, not charged 1. **Your balance is held at checkout** — The exact total shown is held on your balance. Nothing is charged yet. 2. **We book the room for you** — Bookings are made on request: we book the room with the hotel and confirm the final total. If it is higher than the amount held, you accept the new total or the amount is released. 3. **Charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued** — Your balance is charged when the hotel confirmation number is issued. If we can't confirm the booking in time, the full amount is released to your balance. If the total changes before the hotel confirms, you see the new total and choose: accept it, or have the amount released. Nothing extra is ever taken without your agreement. ## Frequently asked questions ### Can I pay for a Mexico City hotel with USDT? Yes, through StaySats. Top up your balance with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20, then book any Mexico City hotel in the search. The total is held until the hotel confirms, and we pay the hotel in pesos. Send USDT only on the network shown on the payment page. [TRC-20 or ERC-20?](https://staysats.com/usdt-trc20-or-erc20-for-hotels/) ### What taxes are added to a hotel in Mexico City? Mexico City's 3.5% lodging tax on the price of the stay, and Mexican VAT (IVA). When an intermediary that collects the payment, such as a home-rental platform, pays the lodging tax, the rate is 5%. On StaySats, a tax collected by the hotel at the desk is confirmed with your booking. ### Are BTC Map listings in Mexico City reliable? Use them as a lead, not a promise. Of 79 places listed within 25 km, only 4 were verified since 2025 (October 12, 2026). Call or message a place before you rely on paying in bitcoin. For a hotel, book through StaySats and pay us in crypto instead. ### Which airport should I use for a Mexico City hotel? Benito Juárez International (MEX), if you can: it is about 7 km from the Zócalo in a straight line and has Metro and Metrobús links. Felipe Ángeles International (NLU) is about 37 km north of the Zócalo, so a hotel transfer from there takes longer. ### Is Roma Norte or Condesa good for a long stay? Both are popular with remote workers for their cafés, parks and walkable streets. For a long stay, search the full dates: the total is held on your balance until the hotel confirms. Cancellation rules are confirmed with the hotel when it confirms your booking; until then, treat the rate as non-refundable. [Digital nomads](https://staysats.com/digital-nomads/). ### Do I need a credit card at check-in in Mexico City? Often the hotel asks for a card or a cash deposit for extras, even when the room is prepaid. Policies vary by hotel; some accept cash. If you travel without a credit card, message the hotel before you arrive and ask what it accepts. ## Sources 1. [Impuesto por la prestación de servicios de hospedaje (3.5%, article 164)](https://transparencia.finanzas.cdmx.gob.mx/repositorio/public/upload/repositorio/Tesoreria/123/b/Criterio_9/123_XV_Impuesto_por_la_prestacion_de_servicios_de_hospedaje_2024.pdf) — Secretaría de Administración y Finanzas, Ciudad de México (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [Aeropuerto: how to get there](https://mexicocity.cdmx.gob.mx/aeropuerto/) — Mexico City government tourism portal (checked 2026-10-12) 3. [BTC Map (places listed by its contributors)](https://btcmap.org/) — BTC Map (checked 2026-10-12) 4. [OurAirports open data (airport coordinates for the distances)](https://ourairports.com/data/) — OurAirports (checked 2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Miami hotels you can pay for with crypto (2026) > Book a Miami hotel with crypto: held, not charged until the hotel confirms. Florida and Miami-Dade taxes, Metrorail from MIA, BTC Map counts, October 2026. - URL: https://staysats.com/hotels/miami/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) BTC Map lists 142 places within 25 km of downtown Miami, 9th of the 100 destinations we track. Consensus comes back to Miami Beach in May 2027. Pay StaySats in crypto, and we pay the hotel in US dollars. **Quick answer — How do I book a Miami hotel with crypto?** To book a Miami hotel with crypto, top up a **StaySats** balance from $25, search your dates and book. The total is held, not charged, until the hotel confirmation number is issued, and we pay the hotel in US dollars. Florida and Miami-Dade hotel taxes are part of the hotel's price; we confirm the final total before you are charged. ## Search hotels in Miami Search hotels: https://staysats.com/app/hotels/search?q=Miami&city=miami Live prices in USD for the whole stay; taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them. Bookings are made on request: nothing is charged until the hotel confirmation number is issued, and a higher total needs your agreement. ## Key facts: Miami | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Country | United States | | Airports | Miami International Airport (MIA) | | Time zone | Eastern Time (UTC-5 / UTC-4) | | Local currency | US Dollar (USD) | | Paying in crypto on the spot | No local ban found in our sources (checked October 12, 2026). | | Places listed on BTC Map within 25 km | 142 places, 119 of them verified since 2025, 0 hotels (BTC Map, October 12, 2026) | | Booking with StaySats | Available | | Florida sales tax on hotel stays | 6% state sales tax plus any county surtax, on stays of six months or less | | Miami-Dade tourist taxes | 6% in local taxes on hotel stays in 2026: tourist development, sports facility and convention development taxes | | Miami Beach resort tax | 4% municipal resort tax on room rent in Miami Beach; Bal Harbour and Surfside levy their own resort tax | | Airport to downtown | Miami International Airport (MIA), about 10 km in a straight line; MIA Mover to the Miami Intermodal Center, then the Metrorail Orange Line | | Rank in our index | 9th of 100 destinations for places listed on BTC Map within 25 km | | Next crypto conference | Consensus Miami, May 4–6, 2027, Miami Beach Convention Center | ## Do Miami hotels accept bitcoin at the desk? Many merchants are listed; hotels, hardly. BTC Map lists 142 places within 25 km of downtown Miami (October 12, 2026), and 119 of them were verified in 2025 or later. Only San Salvador, Johannesburg, Los Angeles, Cape Town, Lugano, Tbilisi, Funchal and San Francisco list more among our 100 destinations. Yet BTC Map lists 0 hotels in that circle. With StaySats, the hotel does not need to accept bitcoin. You pay us in crypto, and we pay the hotel in US dollars. Which hotel groups accept crypto directly is tracked, with dates and sources, in our [acceptance index](https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/). ## Is paying in crypto legal in the United States? No local ban found in our sources (checked October 12, 2026). So each Miami hotel decides whether to take crypto at the desk, and BTC Map lists few that do. Paying in crypto may be a taxable event in your country. Check local rules. This is information, not legal advice. ## What taxes do Miami hotels charge? Three layers apply on stays of six months or less: - **Florida sales tax:** 6% state sales tax, plus any county discretionary surtax, on hotel stays of six months or less. - **Miami-Dade tourist taxes:** 6% in local taxes in 2026, made of tourist development, professional sports facility and convention development taxes, per Florida's official rate table. - **Beach towns:** Miami Beach, Bal Harbour and Surfside levy a municipal resort tax instead of the county's tourist development tax. Miami Beach's resort tax is 4% of room rent. On StaySats, you see the price found live for your dates, in US dollars, for the whole stay. Taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them; the final total is confirmed with the hotel before you are charged. Some hotels also charge a mandatory daily resort fee. We confirm the final total with the hotel, fees included, before you are charged. Any amount the hotel collects at the desk is confirmed with your booking. ## How do I get from Miami International Airport to my hotel? For downtown, take the train. The free MIA Mover runs from the airport's third level, between the Dolphin and Flamingo garages, to the Miami Intermodal Center. There, the Metrorail Orange Line serves downtown stations including Government Center, Historic Overtown/Lyric Theatre, Culmer and Civic Center. On October 12, 2026, the airport's site listed trains every 30 minutes on weekdays and every 15 minutes at weekends. You need an EASY Card to ride; machines are at the Intermodal Center. Metrorail does not reach Miami Beach, so for South Beach take a taxi, a ride-hailing car or a bus. The airport is about 10 km in a straight line from downtown. ## Which Miami district should I stay in? Beach or city, first: - **South Beach (Miami Beach):** Ocean Drive, Art Deco hotels and the Miami Beach Convention Center. - **Mid-Beach:** larger resort hotels along Collins Avenue, quieter than South Beach. - **Downtown Miami:** offices, the Kaseya Center arena and Metrorail stations. - **Brickell:** the financial district south of the Miami River, linked to downtown by the free Metromover. - **Wynwood and Edgewater:** street art, galleries and new hotels north of downtown. - **Coconut Grove and Coral Gables:** leafy residential areas south-west of Brickell. - **Little Havana:** Calle Ocho and Cuban restaurants, west of downtown. ## Where should I stay for Consensus Miami 2027? In South Beach or Mid-Beach. Consensus Miami runs from May 4 to 6, 2027 at the Miami Beach Convention Center, according to its official site. Hotels in South Beach are within walking distance, and Mid-Beach is a short ride north. Downtown Miami and Brickell are across the causeways, so allow time for traffic. Remember the beach-town tax: Miami Beach adds its 4% resort tax on room rent. Book early, and treat the rate as non-refundable until the hotel confirms its cancellation rules with your booking. All upcoming events are on [crypto conference hotels](https://staysats.com/crypto-conference-hotels/). ## Will a Miami hotel ask for ID or a card? Yes, usually both. Expect to show a government photo ID at check-in, which for a foreign visitor means your passport. Most hotels also ask for a card pre-authorisation or a cash deposit for extras, and each hotel sets its own minimum check-in age. We ask only for the lead guest's name and an email address; there is no ID upload and no selfie at our checkout. If you have no credit card, ask the hotel before arrival whether it accepts a cash deposit. Rules by hotel group are on [check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/). ## Held, not charged 1. **Your balance is held at checkout** — The exact total shown is held on your balance. Nothing is charged yet. 2. **We book the room for you** — Bookings are made on request: we book the room with the hotel and confirm the final total. If it is higher than the amount held, you accept the new total or the amount is released. 3. **Charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued** — Your balance is charged when the hotel confirmation number is issued. If we can't confirm the booking in time, the full amount is released to your balance. If the total changes before the hotel confirms, you see the new total and choose: accept it, or have the amount released. Nothing extra is ever taken without your agreement. ## Frequently asked questions ### Are Miami hotel taxes included when I pay in crypto? Yes. These taxes are part of the hotel's price. They include Florida's 6% sales tax and any county surtax, Miami-Dade's tourist taxes and, in Miami Beach, the 4% resort tax. We confirm the final total, taxes included, before you are charged. If the hotel collects a tax or fee at the desk, it is confirmed with your booking. ### Is there a hotel tax exemption for long stays in Florida? Yes, after six months. Florida's sales tax and local tourist taxes apply to stays of six months or less. A guest who has stayed continuously in the same place for more than six months is exempt from then on. The tax on the first six months stays due, per the Florida Department of Revenue. ### Does any Miami hotel accept bitcoin directly? BTC Map lists 0 hotels within 25 km of downtown Miami, out of 142 listed places. Hotel groups that accept crypto directly are tracked in our acceptance index, with dates and sources. With StaySats, the hotel does not need to accept crypto: we pay it in US dollars. ### How do I reach South Beach from the airport? By road. Metrorail does not cross to Miami Beach, so take a taxi, a ride-hailing car or a bus from Miami International Airport. The airport is about 10 km in a straight line from downtown, and Miami Beach is further east across the causeways. ### Where should I stay for Consensus Miami 2027? In South Beach, within walking distance of the Miami Beach Convention Center, or in Mid-Beach, a short ride north. Consensus Miami runs from May 4 to 6, 2027. Miami Beach hotels add the city's 4% resort tax on room rent. We confirm it with your booking, in the total or as a tax paid at the hotel. ### Can I book Orlando hotels too? Yes. Orlando is one of our destinations, and BTC Map lists 107 places within 25 km of its centre. The booking works the same way: top up in crypto, book, and the total is held until the hotel confirmation number is issued. ### Can I book a Miami hotel from Argentina with USDT? Yes. From anywhere in Argentina, you top up StaySats with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. We pay the Miami hotel in US dollars. Our guide to [paying a hotel abroad with USDT from Argentina](https://staysats.com/argentina-hotels-abroad-usdt/) walks through a TRC-20 top-up, step by step. Paying in crypto may be a taxable event in your country. Check local rules. ### What if my Miami hotel cannot host me? You get 100% of the stay back, in USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or as balance credit if you choose it. If the hotel never confirms, the held amount returns to your balance at once. A refundable rate you cancel yourself returns what the hotel refunds, minus its penalty, as balance credit. ## Sources 1. [Transient rental accommodations (brochure GT-800034)](https://www.floridarevenue.com/Forms_library/current/brochure/gt800034.pdf) — Florida Department of Revenue (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [2026 local option tourist, food and beverage tax rates in Florida's counties](https://edr.state.fl.us/content/local-government/data/county-municipal/2026LOTTrates.pdf) — Florida Office of Economic and Demographic Research (2026-09-04) 3. [Resort tax](https://miamibeachfl.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Resort-Tax.pdf) — City of Miami Beach (checked 2026-10-12) 4. [Bus and rail information](https://www.miami-airport.com/bus_and_rail_info.asp) — Miami International Airport (checked 2026-10-12) 5. [Consensus 2027, Miami](https://consensus.coindesk.com/) — CoinDesk (checked 2026-10-12) 6. [BTC Map, places API (v4)](https://api.btcmap.org/v4/places) — BTC Map (checked 2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # New York hotels you can pay for with crypto (2026) > Book a New York hotel with crypto from a $25 top-up: held, not charged, until it confirms. NYC hotel taxes of 14.75% + $3.50 a night, resort fees. - URL: https://staysats.com/hotels/new-york/ - Last updated: 2026-10-13 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) New York has strict rules on short-term rentals and several taxes on each hotel night. Here is what is added to the bill and what the hotel asks at check-in. You pay StaySats in crypto, and we pay the hotel in dollars. **Quick answer — Can I book a New York hotel with crypto?** Yes. **StaySats** lets you book a New York hotel with crypto. Top up from $25, then search your dates and book. Taxes and fees, such as a destination fee, are part of the hotel's price. The total is held, not charged, until the hotel confirmation number is issued. We pay the hotel in US dollars, so it never handles crypto. ## Search hotels in New York Search hotels: https://staysats.com/app/hotels/search?q=New%20York&city=new-york Live prices in USD for the whole stay; taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them. Bookings are made on request: nothing is charged until the hotel confirmation number is issued, and a higher total needs your agreement. ## New York hotels: key facts | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Country | United States | | Airports | John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), LaGuardia Airport (LGA), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) | | City code (IATA) | NYC | | Time zone | Eastern Time (UTC-5 / UTC-4) | | Local currency | US Dollar (USD) | | Paying in crypto on the spot | No local ban found in our sources (checked October 12, 2026). | | Places listed on BTC Map within 25 km | 85 places, 76 of them verified since 2025, 0 hotels (BTC Map, October 12, 2026) | | Booking with StaySats | Available | | Hotel taxes in New York City | 8.875% sales tax, plus the city hotel room occupancy tax of 5.875% and up to $2 per room per night. A state unit fee of $1.50 per unit per night is added. | | Resort and destination fees | Must be included in the advertised total price since May 12, 2025 (FTC rule, 16 CFR Part 464); government taxes may be shown separately | | Short-term rentals | Since September 5, 2023 (Local Law 18), platforms may not process stays under 30 days in New York City homes not registered with the city | | JFK to Times Square | About 22 km in a straight line; AirTrain JFK connects the terminals to the subway and the Long Island Rail Road | | LaGuardia (LGA) and Newark (EWR) to Times Square | About 10 km and 17 km in a straight line; Newark is in New Jersey | ## Do hotels in New York accept crypto at the desk? Rarely. BTC Map lists 85 places within 25 km of Lower Manhattan, 76 of them verified since 2025, and 0 hotels (October 12, 2026). A listing is not proof that a place accepts crypto today. The large US hotel groups, such as [Marriott](https://staysats.com/does/marriott-accept-crypto/) and [Hilton](https://staysats.com/does/hilton-accept-crypto/), are tracked in our acceptance index with the date of each check. With StaySats, the hotel does not need a crypto option. You pay us from your balance, and the hotel receives a normal prepaid booking in US dollars. ## Where to stay in New York? Most visitors stay in Manhattan, but Brooklyn and Queens are a short subway ride away. - **Midtown Manhattan**: Times Square, the Broadway theatres and Grand Central; the largest choice of hotels. - **Lower Manhattan**: the Financial District, the 9/11 Memorial and the ferries to the Statue of Liberty. - **SoHo, Greenwich Village and the Lower East Side**: shops, restaurants and nightlife in low-rise streets. - **Upper West Side**: residential, between Central Park and the Hudson, near the American Museum of Natural History. - **Brooklyn**: Williamsburg and Downtown Brooklyn, across the East River from Manhattan. - **Long Island City (Queens)**: one or two subway stops from Midtown, and closer to LaGuardia and JFK. ## What is added to the bill in New York? Several taxes. A New York City hotel stay carries 8.875% sales tax. The city adds its hotel room occupancy tax of 5.875% plus a fixed charge of up to $2 per room per night. The state adds a unit fee of $1.50 per unit per night. For a single room of $40 or more a night, that is 14.75% plus $3.50 a night. Many hotels also charge a destination or facility fee. Since May 12, 2025, the FTC rule on unfair or deceptive fees requires mandatory fees like these to be included in the advertised total price. Only government taxes and optional extras may be left out of it. On StaySats, taxes and fees are included in the price when the hotel publishes them. We confirm the final total with the hotel before you are charged. > **Three charges on one night** The sales tax, the city occupancy tax and the state unit fee stack on each night. How they add up for cheaper rooms and suites, and how New York compares with Miami: see hotel taxes by city. ## Will the hotel ask for my passport or a deposit? Expect a photo ID and a card at check-in. We found no legal guest-registration rule for tourists in New York, like Japan's passport copy or France's police form. The ID check and the deposit are each hotel's own policy. Foreign visitors usually show their passport. Many hotels place a hold on a card for incidentals; some accept a debit card or a cash deposit. StaySats asks only for the lead guest's name and an email address. Without a credit card, read [check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/) and message the hotel before you arrive. ## Is paying in crypto legal in the United States? No local ban found in our sources (checked October 12, 2026). Few New York hotels offer crypto at the desk. Booking ahead is the practical route: you pay StaySats in crypto, and we pay the hotel in dollars. Tax still applies to you. For US tax purposes, the IRS treats digital assets as property, not currency, and lists paying for goods or services among the uses to report. Paying in crypto may be a taxable event in your country. Check local rules. ## Hotel or short-term rental in New York? For a stay under 30 days, a hotel is the simpler choice. Since September 5, 2023, New York City's Local Law 18 has barred booking platforms from processing short-term rentals of under 30 days. The rule covers homes that are not registered with the city. A hotel is not affected by that registration rule. For stays of 30 days or more, the registration rule does not apply. To pay a home rental with crypto, see [does Airbnb accept crypto?](https://staysats.com/does/airbnb-accept-crypto/). ## Held, not charged 1. **Your balance is held at checkout** — The exact total shown is held on your balance. Nothing is charged yet. 2. **We book the room for you** — Bookings are made on request: we book the room with the hotel and confirm the final total. If it is higher than the amount held, you accept the new total or the amount is released. 3. **Charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued** — Your balance is charged when the hotel confirmation number is issued. If we can't confirm the booking in time, the full amount is released to your balance. If the total changes before the hotel confirms, you see the new total and choose: accept it, or have the amount released. Nothing extra is ever taken without your agreement. ## Frequently asked questions ### Can I book a hotel in New York without a credit card? Yes: you prepay in crypto, we request the room, and the hotel is paid in US dollars. The desk may still place a hold for extras. From January 22, 2027, a New York City rule makes sellers show the hotel's standard hold and its usual release time before you pay. [Check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/). ### What is a destination fee at a New York hotel? A mandatory fee some hotels add for Wi-Fi or a gym. Since May 12, 2025, the FTC fee rule requires it in the total shown. New York City's Hotel Junk Fees rule says the same since February 21, 2026. On StaySats, the total includes mandatory fees when the hotel publishes them, and is confirmed before you are charged. ### Which New York airport is closest to Manhattan? LaGuardia (LGA): about 10 km from Times Square in a straight line. Newark (EWR), in New Jersey, is about 17 km away and JFK about 22 km. AirTrain JFK connects the JFK terminals to the subway and the Long Island Rail Road. ### Can I book a New York hotel with bitcoin? Yes, through StaySats. Top up your balance with BTC (credited after 2 confirmations) or another accepted coin, then book. The total is held until the hotel confirms, and we pay the hotel in US dollars. BTC Map lists only 0 hotels in the New York area (October 12, 2026), and a listing is not proof of acceptance. ### Can I rent an apartment in New York for a week instead? Only if the home is registered with the city. Since September 5, 2023, Local Law 18 bars booking platforms from processing stays under 30 days in unregistered New York City homes. A hotel is outside that rule. For stays of 30 days or more, the registration rule does not apply. ### Do New York hotels require a credit card at check-in? Many ask for a card for incidentals, even on a prepaid room; some accept a debit card or a cash deposit. Policies vary by hotel. If you have no card, message the hotel before you arrive and ask what it accepts. ### Is paying a hotel in crypto taxable in the United States? It can be. The IRS treats digital assets as property, not currency, so spending them can create a gain or a loss to report. Paying in crypto may be a taxable event in your country. Check the rules where you are tax resident; StaySats does not give tax advice. ## Sources 1. [Tax Bulletin ST-330: Hotel and motel occupancy (NYC unit fee)](https://www.tax.ny.gov/pubs_and_bulls/tg_bulletins/st/hotel_and_motel_occupancy.htm) — New York State Department of Taxation and Finance (updated July 9, 2026; checked 2026-10-13) 2. [Publication 718: sales and use tax rates by jurisdiction (New York City 8.875%)](https://www.tax.ny.gov/pdf/publications/sales/pub718.pdf) — New York State Department of Taxation and Finance (checked 2026-10-12) 3. [Audit report on the hotel room occupancy tax (rate 5.875% and per-room charge)](https://comptroller.nyc.gov/reports/audit-report-on-the-department-of-finances-hotel-room-occupancy-tax-collection-practices) — New York City Comptroller (checked 2026-10-12) 4. [FTC Rule on Unfair or Deceptive Fees to take effect on May 12, 2025](https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/news/press-releases/2025/05/ftc-rule-unfair-or-deceptive-fees-take-effect-may-12-2025) — Federal Trade Commission (checked 2026-10-12) 5. [Short-term rental registration (Local Law 18)](https://www.nyc.gov/site/specialenforcement/registration-law/registration.page) — NYC Office of Special Enforcement (checked 2026-10-12) 6. [Transportation and parking (AirTrain JFK)](https://www.jfkairport.com/transportation) — JFK International Airport (checked 2026-10-12) 7. [Digital assets](https://www.irs.gov/filing/digital-assets) — Internal Revenue Service (checked 2026-10-12) 8. [BTC Map (places listed by its contributors)](https://btcmap.org/) — BTC Map (checked 2026-10-12) 9. [OurAirports open data (airport coordinates for the distances)](https://ourairports.com/data/) — OurAirports (checked 2026-10-12) 10. [Hotel Junk Fees, adopted rule (6 RCNY section 5-15; deposit and hold disclosure effective January 22, 2027)](https://rules.cityofnewyork.us/rule/hotel-junk-fees/) — NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (checked 2026-10-13) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Paris hotels you can pay for with crypto (2026) > Book a Paris hotel with crypto from a $25 top-up: held, not charged, until it confirms. 2026 taxe de séjour €2.60–€15.93 per adult, police form. - URL: https://staysats.com/hotels/paris/ - Last updated: 2026-10-13 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Paris raised its tourist tax sharply in 2024, and few of its hotels take crypto at the desk. Here are the 2026 amounts, the check-in rules for foreign guests and how to pay StaySats in crypto while we pay the hotel in euros. **Quick answer — Can I pay for a Paris hotel with crypto?** Yes: you pay for a Paris hotel with crypto by booking it on **StaySats**. Top up from $25, then accept the rate. The total is held, not charged, until the hotel confirmation number is issued, and we pay the hotel in euros. Expect the 2026 taxe de séjour at the desk: €8.45 per adult per night in a 4-star hotel. ## Search hotels in Paris Search hotels: https://staysats.com/app/hotels/search?q=Paris&city=paris Live prices in USD for the whole stay; taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them. Bookings are made on request: nothing is charged until the hotel confirmation number is issued, and a higher total needs your agreement. ## Paris hotels: key facts | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Country | France | | Airports | Charles de Gaulle International Airport (CDG), Paris-Orly Airport (ORY) | | City code (IATA) | PAR | | Time zone | Central European Time (UTC+1 / UTC+2) | | Local currency | Euro (EUR) | | Paying in crypto on the spot | No local ban found in our sources (checked October 12, 2026). | | Places listed on BTC Map within 25 km | 48 places, 34 of them verified since 2025, 0 hotels (BTC Map, October 12, 2026) | | Booking with StaySats | Available | | Taxe de séjour 2026, per adult per night | €2.60 (1-star), €3.25 (2-star), €5.53 (3-star), €8.45 (4-star), €11.70 (5-star), €15.93 (palace), surcharges included | | Largest part of the tax | A 200% surcharge for Île-de-France Mobilités, the regional transport authority, collected since January 1, 2024 | | Police form for foreign guests | Filled in and signed on arrival (CESEDA, article R814-1); kept by the hotel for six months | | Charles de Gaulle (CDG) to Notre-Dame | About 23 km in a straight line; RER B to central Paris | | Orly (ORY) to Notre-Dame | About 14 km in a straight line; metro line 14 since June 24, 2024 | | International arrivals in 2025 | 18.3 million, 9th in the world (Euromonitor International) | ## Do hotels in Paris accept crypto at the desk? Rarely. BTC Map lists 48 places within 25 km of central Paris, 34 of them verified since 2025, and 0 hotels (October 12, 2026). A listing is not proof that a place accepts crypto today. Paris-based hotel group [Accor](https://staysats.com/does/accor-accept-crypto/) is tracked in our acceptance index with the date of each check. With StaySats, the hotel does not need to accept crypto. You pay us from your balance, and the hotel receives a normal prepaid booking in euros. ## Where to stay in Paris? Paris is compact: most visitors stay inside the 20 arrondissements, near a metro or RER station. - **Le Marais (3rd and 4th)**: historic streets, museums and cafés, in the centre on metro line 1. - **Latin Quarter and Saint-Germain-des-Prés (5th and 6th)**: the Left Bank, the Luxembourg Garden and the Sorbonne; RER B from Charles de Gaulle stops here. - **Opéra and the Grands Boulevards (2nd and 9th)**: department stores and the Palais Garnier; the Roissybus to Charles de Gaulle leaves from Opéra. - **Champs-Élysées (8th)**: the avenue and the Arc de Triomphe, on metro line 1 and RER A. - **Montmartre (18th)**: the Sacré-Cœur hill, quieter, with steep streets. - **Gare de Lyon and Bercy (12th)**: a rail hub on metro line 14, direct to Orly. ## What is added to the bill in Paris? The taxe de séjour, per adult and per night, collected by the hotel. In 2026, it is €2.60 in a 1-star hotel, €3.25 in a 2-star and €5.53 in a 3-star. It is €8.45 in a 4-star, €11.70 in a 5-star and €15.93 in a palace, all surcharges included. Most of each amount is a regional surcharge of 200% of the base tax. It goes to Île-de-France Mobilités, the Paris region's transport authority, and has been collected since January 1, 2024. The tax must appear on the invoice separately from the room. On StaySats, when the hotel collects it at the desk, it is confirmed with your booking. > **The four layers of the tax** The city's base rate carries three surcharges: 10% for the department, 15% for the region and 200% for public transport. How they add up, and how Paris compares with other cities: see hotel taxes by city. ## Will the hotel ask for my passport or a deposit? Foreign guests: yes. French law requires hotels to have every foreign guest fill in and sign an individual police form on arrival (CESEDA, article R814-1). It lists name, date and place of birth, nationality, home address, phone, email and dates of stay. Children under 15 can be listed on an accompanying adult's form. The hotel keeps the form for six months and gives it to the police or gendarmerie only on request. A deposit for extras is each hotel's policy. StaySats sends the hotel only the lead guest's name. See [hotel ID rules by country](https://staysats.com/hotel-id-rules/). ## Is paying in crypto legal in France? No local ban found in our sources (checked October 12, 2026). Few Paris hotels offer crypto at the desk. Booking ahead is the practical route: you pay StaySats in crypto, and we pay the hotel in euros. Paying in crypto may be a taxable event in your country. Check local rules, especially if the coins you spend have gained value since you bought them. ## How do you get from the airports to central Paris? From Charles de Gaulle, about 23 km from Notre-Dame in a straight line, RER B runs to Gare du Nord, Châtelet and the Latin Quarter. The Roissybus runs to Opéra. From Orly, about 14 km away, metro line 14 has run to central Paris since June 24, 2024. It stops at Gare de Lyon and Châtelet, among others. A hotel near an RER B station or a line 14 station saves a change with luggage. Airport tickets cost more than a standard metro ticket, so buy the right one before you board. ## Held, not charged 1. **Your balance is held at checkout** — The exact total shown is held on your balance. Nothing is charged yet. 2. **We book the room for you** — Bookings are made on request: we book the room with the hotel and confirm the final total. If it is higher than the amount held, you accept the new total or the amount is released. 3. **Charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued** — Your balance is charged when the hotel confirmation number is issued. If we can't confirm the booking in time, the full amount is released to your balance. If the total changes before the hotel confirms, you see the new total and choose: accept it, or have the amount released. Nothing extra is ever taken without your agreement. ## Frequently asked questions ### Can I book a hotel in Paris without a credit card? Yes. Pay StaySats in crypto and we book the room on request, paying the hotel in euros. A deposit for extras can still be asked at check-in. French law caps cash payments to a business at €1,000 for residents, with a higher ceiling for visitors whose tax home is abroad. [Check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/). ### Do children pay the taxe de séjour in Paris? The Paris rates are set per adult and per night, so minors are not counted. A family of two adults and two children in a 3-star hotel pays the tax for two people: €11.06 per night in 2026. The hotel collects it and lists it on the invoice. ### Can I book a Paris hotel with USDC? Yes. Top up your StaySats balance with USDC on Ethereum (ERC-20), then book. The total of the stay is held on your balance until the hotel confirms, and we pay the hotel in euros. Send USDC only on the network shown on the payment page. [Pay with USDC](https://staysats.com/pay/usdc-erc20/). ### What is the police form at a Paris hotel? An individual form that every foreign guest fills in and signs on arrival, under article R814-1 of the French immigration code. It records your identity, nationality, home address, contact details and dates of stay. The hotel keeps it for six months and shows it to the police only if they ask. ### Which Paris airport is closer to the centre? Orly: about 14 km from Notre-Dame in a straight line, against about 23 km for Charles de Gaulle. Since June 24, 2024, metro line 14 links Orly to Gare de Lyon and Châtelet. From Charles de Gaulle, RER B is the main rail link to the centre. ### Is the taxe de séjour included in the price on StaySats? If the hotel charges it with the booking, it is in the hotel's price, and we confirm the final total before you are charged. Many Paris hotels collect it at the desk. In that case, it is confirmed with your booking, and you pay it to the hotel. Nothing extra is ever taken from your balance without your agreement. ## Sources 1. [Évolution en 2026 de la taxe de séjour à Paris](https://www.service-public.gouv.fr/entreprendre/actualites/A17929) — Service-Public.fr (December 18, 2025; checked 2026-10-12) 2. [Answer to written question 241000766: the 200% surcharge, collected since January 1, 2024 (JO Sénat, April 3, 2025)](https://www.senat.fr/questions/base/2024/qSEQ241000766.html) — Sénat, French Parliament (checked 2026-10-13) 3. [Taxe de séjour](https://parisjetaime.com/article/taxe-de-sejour-a616) — Paris je t'aime, Office du Tourisme (checked 2026-10-12) 4. [Fiche individuelle de police dans les établissements d'hébergement](https://www.cnil.fr/en/cnil-direct/question/touriste-etranger-en-france-la-fiche-de-police-dans-les-etablissements-de) — CNIL (checked 2026-10-12) 5. [Extension of metro line 14 to Orly](https://www.ratp.fr/en/extension-metro-line-14) — RATP (checked 2026-10-12) 6. [Most visited cities by international visitors in 2025 (Euromonitor International, Top 100 City Destinations)](https://travelnoire.com/most-visited-cities-international-visitors-2025) — Travel Noire (checked 2026-10-12) 7. [BTC Map (places listed by its contributors)](https://btcmap.org/) — BTC Map (checked 2026-10-12) 8. [OurAirports open data (airport coordinates for the distances)](https://ourairports.com/data/) — OurAirports (checked 2026-10-12) 9. [Cash payment (ceilings for payments to a professional)](https://www.service-public.gouv.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/F10999?lang=en) — Service-Public.fr (checked 2026-10-13) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Seoul hotels you can pay for with crypto (2026) > Book a Seoul hotel with crypto: held, not charged until the hotel confirms. Incheon or Gimpo, AREX, the tourist VAT refund, BTC Map counts, October 2026. - URL: https://staysats.com/hotels/seoul/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Seoul has two airports, one rail line linking both to the centre, and 32 places listed on BTC Map within 25 km. Pay StaySats in crypto before you travel, and we pay the hotel in won. **Quick answer — How do I book a Seoul hotel with crypto?** To book a Seoul hotel with crypto, top up a **StaySats** balance from $25, choose your dates and book. The total is held, not charged, until the hotel confirmation number is issued, and we pay the hotel in won. BTC Map lists 32 places within 25 km of central Seoul (October 12, 2026), 0 of them hotels. ## Search hotels in Seoul Search hotels: https://staysats.com/app/hotels/search?q=Seoul&city=seoul Live prices in USD for the whole stay; taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them. Bookings are made on request: nothing is charged until the hotel confirmation number is issued, and a higher total needs your agreement. ## Key facts: Seoul | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Country | South Korea | | Airports | Incheon International Airport (ICN), Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP) | | City code (IATA) | SEL | | Time zone | Korean Standard Time (UTC+9) | | Local currency | South Korean Won (KRW) | | Paying in crypto on the spot | No local ban found in our sources (checked October 12, 2026). | | Places listed on BTC Map within 25 km | 32 places, 15 of them verified since 2025, 0 hotels (BTC Map, October 12, 2026) | | Booking with StaySats | Available | | Distance to the airports | Incheon (ICN) about 49 km and Gimpo (GMP) about 18 km from the city centre, in a straight line | | Airport railway | AREX links Incheon Airport and Gimpo Airport to Seoul Station, with stops at Hongik University and Gongdeok | | Tourist VAT refund on hotels | VAT refund for foreign tourists at hotels designated each quarter by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism. Call for late 2026 published on September 4, 2026 | | Nomad visa | Workation visa (F-1-D): income above twice Korea's GNI per capita of the previous year (KRW 52,416,000 for 2025) | ## Can I pay a Seoul hotel in crypto at the front desk? Almost never, from what public data shows. BTC Map lists 32 places within 25 km of central Seoul, 0 of them hotels (October 12, 2026). 15 of those places were verified in 2025 or later. Still, a listing is not a promise that a place takes crypto today. ## Is paying in crypto legal in South Korea? We found no ban on paying in crypto on the spot in South Korea. This is information, not legal advice. With StaySats, the hotel never sees crypto. You pay us from your balance, and we pay the hotel in won. Extras during the stay are paid by card or in cash at the hotel. ## Incheon or Gimpo: which airport is closer to my hotel? Gimpo is closer: about 18 km in a straight line from the city centre point we use, against about 49 km for Incheon. Most long-haul arrivals use Incheon, and Gimpo mainly serves domestic and short regional routes. The AREX airport railway links both airports to Seoul Station, with express trains and all-stop trains. All-stop trains also call at Hongik University and Gongdeok. A hotel near Seoul Station, Gongdeok or Hongik University station saves you a transfer with luggage. For Gangnam, plan a change to the subway or a taxi. ## Can I get the VAT back on a Seoul hotel? Sometimes. South Korea runs a VAT refund for foreign tourists who stay in hotels designated each quarter by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism. The ministry published its call for fourth-quarter 2026 designations on September 4, 2026, so the scheme was running at the time of our check. Only designated hotels qualify, and the refund goes through the hotel's own process with a refund operator. Ask the hotel, before you book, whether a stay prepaid through StaySats qualifies. Do not count on the refund until the hotel confirms it. ## Which Seoul district should I stay in? Seoul is large, so pick a district by what you will do most: - **Myeong-dong and Jung-gu:** shopping streets between Seoul Station and Namsan, convenient for the AREX. - **Jongno and Gwanghwamun:** Gyeongbokgung Palace, Insadong and the old centre. - **Hongdae (Mapo):** cafés and nightlife around Hongik University station, an AREX stop. - **Gangnam:** the business district south of the Han River, with the COEX convention centre in Samseong. - **Itaewon and Yongsan:** international restaurants and the National Museum of Korea. - **Dongdaemun:** night markets and the Dongdaemun Design Plaza. - **Yeouido:** the finance district, next to Han River parks. ## Will a Seoul hotel ask for my passport? Expect it. Hotels in Seoul ask foreign guests to show a passport at check-in, and often a card or a cash deposit for extras. We send the hotel only the lead guest's name. There is no ID upload and no selfie at our checkout. Write the lead guest's name exactly as on the passport. If you have no credit card, ask the hotel before arrival whether a cash deposit works. Rules by hotel group are on [check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/). ## Can I stay in Seoul for months on a crypto balance? Yes, if your visa allows it. South Korea's workation visa (F-1-D) is for people employed by, or owning, a foreign company for more than one year. A Korean embassy page dated January 1, 2026 sets the income at more than twice the previous year's GNI per capita. That was KRW 52,416,000 for 2025, and the stay lasts up to one year. The press reported changes to the visa in July 2026, so confirm with the Korea Immigration Service. For the hotel, each booking is held, then charged when the confirmation number is issued. Visa details for 9 countries are on [digital nomads](https://staysats.com/digital-nomads/), and long-stay checks on [monthly stays paid in USDT](https://staysats.com/long-stays-paid-in-usdt/). ## Held, not charged 1. **Your balance is held at checkout** — The exact total shown is held on your balance. Nothing is charged yet. 2. **We book the room for you** — Bookings are made on request: we book the room with the hotel and confirm the final total. If it is higher than the amount held, you accept the new total or the amount is released. 3. **Charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued** — Your balance is charged when the hotel confirmation number is issued. If we can't confirm the booking in time, the full amount is released to your balance. If the total changes before the hotel confirms, you see the new total and choose: accept it, or have the amount released. Nothing extra is ever taken without your agreement. ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Gimpo or Incheon better for a hotel in central Seoul? Gimpo is closer, about 18 km in a straight line from the centre, against about 49 km for Incheon. Both are on the AREX airport railway to Seoul Station. Book a hotel near Seoul Station, Gongdeok or Hongik University station if you want to arrive without changing trains. ### Can foreigners get a VAT refund on a Seoul hotel? At designated hotels, yes. South Korea refunds VAT to foreign tourists at hotels that the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism designates each quarter. The call for late 2026 was published on September 4, 2026. The refund runs through the hotel. Ask the hotel whether a booking prepaid through StaySats qualifies. ### Do Seoul hotels accept bitcoin? Very few, if any, at the desk. BTC Map lists 0 hotels within 25 km of central Seoul, out of 32 listed places. You can still pay in bitcoin: top up your StaySats balance in BTC, credited after 2 confirmations, book, and we pay the hotel in won. ### Where should I stay for an event at COEX? In Gangnam, near Samseong station, where the COEX convention centre stands. Hotels in Samseong and around Gangnam station are the closest. From Incheon Airport, plan a train to Seoul Station and a subway change, or a taxi, as AREX does not serve Gangnam directly. ### Which USDT network should I use for a Seoul hotel? Either. USDT on Tron (TRC-20) is credited after 20 confirmations, and USDT on Ethereum (ERC-20) after 12. Copy the address for the network you chose from the payment page, and send only on that network. The balance is credited in USD and never expires. ### Can I book Busan or Jeju too? Yes. Busan and Jeju are among our destinations. BTC Map lists 13 places within 25 km of Busan and 1 in Jeju. The booking works the same way: the total is held on your balance, then charged when the hotel confirmation number is issued. ### What if my Seoul hotel cannot host me? You get 100% of the stay back, in USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or as balance credit if you prefer. If the hotel never confirms, the held amount returns to your balance at once. If you cancel a refundable rate yourself, the hotel's refund, minus its penalty, goes back to your balance. ## Sources 1. ['26.4분기 외국인 관광객에 대한 숙박용역 부가세 환급 특례적용관광숙박시설 지정신청 공고](https://www.mcst.go.kr/site/s_notice/notice/noticeView.jsp?pSeq=19481) — Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, Korea (2026-09-04) 2. [Workation (F-1-D) visa](https://overseas.mofa.go.kr/ca-en/brd/m_5238/view.do?seq=727688) — Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Canada (2026-01-01) 3. [Airport Railroad (AREX)](https://www.arex.or.kr/main.do?language=en) — AREX (checked 2026-10-12) 4. [Airports dataset (coordinates)](https://ourairports.com/data/) — OurAirports (checked 2026-10-12) 5. [BTC Map, places API (v4)](https://api.btcmap.org/v4/places) — BTC Map (checked 2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Singapore hotels you can pay for with crypto (2026) > Book a Singapore hotel with crypto: held, not charged until the hotel confirms. 9% GST, ID rule at check-in, MRT from Changi, BTC Map counts, October 2026. - URL: https://staysats.com/hotels/singapore/ - Last updated: 2026-10-13 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Singapore hosted TOKEN2049 on October 7–8, 2026, yet BTC Map lists only 10 places within 25 km of the city centre. Pay StaySats in crypto before you travel, and we pay the hotel in Singapore dollars. **Quick answer — How do I book a Singapore hotel with crypto?** To book a Singapore hotel with crypto, top up a **StaySats** balance from $25, then book. The total of the stay is held, not charged, until the hotel confirmation number is issued. BTC Map lists only 10 places within 25 km of the city centre (October 12, 2026). Booking online before you travel is the practical route. ## Search hotels in Singapore Search hotels: https://staysats.com/app/hotels/search?q=Singapore&city=singapore Live prices in USD for the whole stay; taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them. Bookings are made on request: nothing is charged until the hotel confirmation number is issued, and a higher total needs your agreement. ## Key facts: Singapore | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Country | Singapore | | Airports | Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) | | Time zone | Singapore Standard Time (UTC+8) | | Local currency | Singapore Dollar (SGD) | | Paying in crypto on the spot | No local ban found in our sources (checked October 12, 2026). | | Places listed on BTC Map within 25 km | 10 places, 6 of them verified since 2025, 0 hotels (BTC Map, October 12, 2026) | | Booking with StaySats | Available | | Goods and services tax | 9% GST from January 1, 2024; hotels that add a service charge may show prices "subject to GST and service charge" | | ID at check-in | All hotel guests, of any nationality, must present a valid identity document (Ministry of Home Affairs, August 5, 2026) | | Airport to the centre | Changi Airport (SIN), about 22 km in a straight line; MRT from Changi Airport station, changing at Tanah Merah or Expo | | Crypto marketing rules | MAS guidelines of January 17, 2022: crypto service providers may not promote their services to the general public, including through crypto ATMs in public places | | Last crypto conference | TOKEN2049 Singapore, October 7–8, 2026, Marina Bay Sands; 2027 dates not announced yet | ## Do Singapore hotels accept crypto at the desk? Rarely, as far as public data shows. BTC Map lists 10 places within 25 km of the centre, 0 of them hotels (October 12, 2026). 6 of those places were verified in 2025 or later. For a city of this size, that is a short list. Which hotel groups take crypto directly is tracked in our [acceptance index](https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/). ## Is paying in crypto legal in Singapore? We found no ban on paying in crypto on the spot in Singapore. Its rules still shape what you see. Guidelines of January 17, 2022 from the Monetary Authority of Singapore ask crypto firms not to promote their services to the general public. That includes crypto ATMs in public places. When you book with StaySats, the hotel never needs to accept crypto: we pay it in Singapore dollars. This is information, not legal advice. ## Are taxes included in Singapore hotel prices? On StaySats, yes: the tax is part of the hotel's price, and we confirm the final total, taxes included, before you are charged. Singapore charges 9% GST from January 1, 2024. Under the IRAS price display rule, hotels that add a service charge may show prices before GST and service charge, with a notice. That is why Singapore rates are often quoted with "++". On StaySats, you see the price found live for your dates, in US dollars, for the whole stay. Taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them; the final total is confirmed with the hotel before you are charged. The GST and any mandatory service charge are part of the hotel's price. If the hotel collects a charge at the desk, it is confirmed with your booking. Extras such as room service are billed by the hotel at check-out. ## Will a Singapore hotel ask for my passport? Yes, every time. In a written reply on August 5, 2026, the Ministry of Home Affairs said all hotel guests must show a valid ID at check-in. This applies regardless of nationality, so that each guest can be identified and registered. For a foreign visitor, that document is your passport. We send the hotel only the lead guest's name; there is no ID upload and no selfie at our checkout. Write that name exactly as on the passport. Many hotels also ask for a card pre-authorisation or a cash deposit for extras: see [check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/). ## How do I get from Changi Airport to my hotel? By MRT or by taxi. Changi Airport is about 22 km in a straight line from the city centre point we use. From Changi Airport MRT station (CG2), ride one stop to Tanah Merah (EW4), then take the East West Line towards Tuas Link for the city. The other option is the Downtown Line through Expo (CG1/DT35). According to Changi Airport, the first train from the airport runs at 5:31 am from Monday to Saturday. On Sundays and public holidays, it runs at 5:59 am. The last train connecting to Tuas Link leaves at 11:18 pm. For a late arrival, a taxi or a ride-hailing car is simpler. ## Which Singapore district should I stay in? It depends on why you come: - **Marina Bay and the Downtown Core:** the business district, around the Marina Bay Sands convention centre where TOKEN2049 takes place. - **Orchard Road:** the main shopping street, on the North South and Thomson-East Coast MRT lines. - **Chinatown and Tanjong Pagar:** old shophouse streets, temples and food centres, close to the business district. - **Bugis and Kampong Glam:** the Sultan Mosque area, on the East West and Downtown lines. - **Little India:** smaller hotels and busy markets, on the North East and Downtown lines. - **Clarke Quay and Robertson Quay:** riverside restaurants and bars below Fort Canning Park. - **Sentosa:** island resorts, linked to the main island by road, cable car and monorail. ## When is the next crypto conference in Singapore? TOKEN2049 Singapore took place on October 7–8, 2026 at Marina Bay Sands. As of October 12, 2026, its official site lists no date for 2027. Dates, venues and nearby districts for the next events worldwide are on [crypto conference hotels](https://staysats.com/crypto-conference-hotels/). When the 2027 date appears, search early: Marina Bay hotels are the closest to the venue. Treat the rate as non-refundable until the hotel confirms its cancellation rules. ## Held, not charged 1. **Your balance is held at checkout** — The exact total shown is held on your balance. Nothing is charged yet. 2. **We book the room for you** — Bookings are made on request: we book the room with the hotel and confirm the final total. If it is higher than the amount held, you accept the new total or the amount is released. 3. **Charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued** — Your balance is charged when the hotel confirmation number is issued. If we can't confirm the booking in time, the full amount is released to your balance. If the total changes before the hotel confirms, you see the new total and choose: accept it, or have the amount released. Nothing extra is ever taken without your agreement. ## Frequently asked questions ### Can I book a hotel in Singapore without a credit card? Yes. StaySats keeps your crypto on hold until the hotel confirms your on-request booking; we settle with the hotel in Singapore dollars. A card pre-authorisation or cash deposit for extras may still be asked. For payments, the Singapore Tourism Board points visitors to credit cards, Apple Pay, Samsung Pay and other contactless options. [Check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/). ### Can I pay a Singapore hotel in crypto at the front desk? Usually not. BTC Map lists 10 places within 25 km of the centre and 0 hotels. You do not need them to: with StaySats, you pay us in crypto before you travel, and we pay the hotel in Singapore dollars. Extras at check-out are paid by card or cash. ### Is the 9% GST included in what I pay StaySats? Yes. The 9% GST and any mandatory service charge are part of the hotel's price. We confirm the final total, taxes included, before you are charged. Singapore lets hotels advertise prices before GST and service charge, which is why you see "++" on hotel sites. If a charge is collected at the desk, it is confirmed with your booking. ### Do Singapore hotels need my passport at check-in? Yes. Singapore's Ministry of Home Affairs said on August 5, 2026 that all hotel guests, regardless of nationality, must present a valid identity document at check-in. Foreign visitors show their passport. StaySats itself asks only for the lead guest's name and an email address: no ID upload at checkout. ### How do I reach Marina Bay from Changi by train? Take the MRT from Changi Airport station to Tanah Merah, then the East West Line towards Tuas Link, and change for Marina Bay as needed. The Downtown Line through Expo is the other route. Trains from the airport start at 5:31 am on weekdays and Saturdays, per Changi Airport. ### Where should I stay for TOKEN2049 Singapore? Near Marina Bay Sands, where the 2026 edition took place on October 7–8. Marina Bay and the Downtown Core are within walking distance; Chinatown, Bugis and Clarke Quay are a few MRT stops away. The 2027 date was not announced on October 12, 2026. Search as soon as it is, and treat the rate as non-refundable until the hotel confirms its rules. ### Which coins can I use for a Singapore hotel? BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC. USDT is accepted on Tron (TRC-20) and Ethereum (ERC-20), and USDC on Ethereum. Send each coin only on the network shown on the payment page. Each top-up starts at $25, and the balance is kept in USD once confirmed. We do not accept Monero, Lightning, cards or bank transfers. ### What if my Singapore hotel cannot host me? You get 100% of the stay back. You choose a refund in USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or a credit on your StaySats balance. If the hotel never confirms the booking, the amount held is released to your balance at once. ## Sources 1. [GST rate change for consumers](https://www.iras.gov.sg/taxes/goods-services-tax-(gst)/gst-rate-change/gst-rate-change-for-consumers1) — Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [Buying from a GST-registered business (price display)](https://www.iras.gov.sg/IRASHome/GST/Consumers/Buying-from-a-GST-registered-business/) — Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (checked 2026-10-12) 3. [Requirement for presentation of physical identity card when checking into local hotels](https://www.mha.gov.sg/media-room/newsroom/requirement-for-presentation-of-physical-identity-card-when-checking-into-local-hotels/) — Ministry of Home Affairs, Singapore (2026-08-05) 4. [Leaving the airport](https://www.changiairport.com/en/at-changi/transport-and-directions/leaving-the-airport.html) — Changi Airport Group (checked 2026-10-12) 5. [MAS issues guidelines to discourage cryptocurrency trading by general public](https://www.mas.gov.sg/news/media-releases/2022/mas-issues-guidelines-to-discourage-cryptocurrency-trading-by-general-public) — Monetary Authority of Singapore (2022-01-17) 6. [TOKEN2049 (editions)](https://www.token2049.com/) — TOKEN2049 (checked 2026-10-12) 7. [BTC Map, places API (v4)](https://api.btcmap.org/v4/places) — BTC Map (checked 2026-10-12) 8. [Essential Singapore travel information: money and payments](https://www.visitsingapore.com/travel-tips/essential-travel-information/) — Singapore Tourism Board (checked 2026-10-13) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Tokyo hotels you can pay for with crypto (2026) > Book a Tokyo hotel with crypto from a $25 top-up: held, not charged, until it confirms. Passport copy by law, tax ¥100–200, 3% from April 2027. - URL: https://staysats.com/hotels/tokyo/ - Last updated: 2026-10-13 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Tokyo is one of the top destinations of crypto travellers, yet only 51 places there are listed on BTC Map. Book before you travel: you pay StaySats in crypto, and we pay the hotel in yen. **Quick answer — How do I pay for a Tokyo hotel with crypto?** To pay for a Tokyo hotel with crypto, book it on **StaySats**. Top up from $25, then choose a hotel and accept the rate. The total is held, not charged, until the hotel confirmation number is issued, and we pay the hotel in yen. At check-in, Japanese rules require foreign visitors to show a passport for a copy. ## Search hotels in Tokyo Search hotels: https://staysats.com/app/hotels/search?q=Tokyo&city=tokyo Live prices in USD for the whole stay; taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them. Bookings are made on request: nothing is charged until the hotel confirmation number is issued, and a higher total needs your agreement. ## Tokyo hotels: key facts | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Country | Japan | | Airports | Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND), Narita International Airport (NRT) | | City code (IATA) | TYO | | Time zone | Japan Standard Time (UTC+9) | | Local currency | Japanese Yen (JPY) | | Paying in crypto on the spot | No local ban found in our sources (checked October 12, 2026). | | ID at check-in | Foreign guests with no address in Japan must give their nationality and passport number and show their passport for a copy (rule in force since 2005-04-01). | | Places listed on BTC Map within 25 km | 51 places, 46 of them verified since 2025, 0 hotels (BTC Map, October 12, 2026) | | Booking with StaySats | Available | | Accommodation tax until March 31, 2027 | Per person per night: none under ¥10,000; ¥100 from ¥10,000 to ¥14,999; ¥200 from ¥15,000 | | Accommodation tax from April 1, 2027 | 3% of the room charge per person per night; stays under ¥13,000 exempt; private lodgings (minpaku) included | | Consumption tax | 10% (7.8% national and 2.2% local) | | Haneda (HND) to Tokyo Station | About 15 km in a straight line; Keikyū line and Tokyo Monorail | | Narita (NRT) to Tokyo Station | About 57 km in a straight line; Narita Express to Tokyo Station, Keisei Skyliner to Nippori and Ueno | ## Do hotels in Tokyo accept crypto at the desk? Rarely. BTC Map lists 51 places within 25 km of central Tokyo, 46 of them verified since 2025, and 0 hotels (October 12, 2026). A listing is not proof that a place accepts crypto today. Tokyo is one of the five top destinations of crypto travellers reported by Travala and Binance Pay for 2024. The gap between that demand and desk payments is wide. With StaySats, the hotel never needs a crypto option. You pay us from your balance before the trip, and the hotel receives a normal prepaid booking in yen. ## Where to stay in Tokyo? Tokyo is a city of rail lines: stay a short walk from a station on the line your airport train serves. - **Shinjuku**: a huge rail hub on the JR Yamanote Line, with many business hotels and late-night dining. - **Shibuya**: shopping and nightlife around the scramble crossing, with direct trains to Yokohama. - **Tokyo Station, Marunouchi and Ginza**: offices, department stores and the Shinkansen; the Narita Express stops at Tokyo Station. - **Asakusa and Ueno**: older neighbourhoods with Sensō-ji temple and Ueno Park; the Keisei Skyliner from Narita stops at Ueno. - **Shinagawa and Hamamatsuchō**: the closest districts to Haneda, by the Keikyū line or the Tokyo Monorail. ## What is added to the bill in Tokyo? A small Tokyo accommodation tax, collected by the hotel. Until March 31, 2027, there is no tax below ¥10,000 per person per night. It is ¥100 from ¥10,000 to ¥14,999, and ¥200 from ¥15,000. From April 1, 2027, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government replaces it with a 3% rate. It applies to room charges of ¥13,000 or more per person per night. The tax then also covers private lodgings (minpaku). Japan's 10% consumption tax applies to the room price. When the hotel collects the accommodation tax itself, it is confirmed with your StaySats booking. > **Other Japanese cities** Osaka Prefecture, Kyoto, Sapporo and other Japanese cities and prefectures set their own accommodation tax bands. Compare them, with Japan's departure tax, in hotel taxes by city. ## Will the hotel ask for my passport or a deposit? Yes for the passport, by law. Foreign guests with no address in Japan must give their nationality and passport number and show their passport for a copy (rule in force since 2005-04-01). The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare publishes this request in English, Korean and Japanese, so hotels can show it to guests. It is a duty of the hotel, not a check of your booking. Deposits depend on the hotel. Your room is prepaid with StaySats, so you pay only extras on site. StaySats sends the hotel only the lead guest's name; the passport details are given at the desk. See [hotel ID rules by country](https://staysats.com/hotel-id-rules/). ## Is paying in crypto legal in Japan? No local ban found in our sources (checked October 12, 2026). Few Tokyo hotels list crypto as a payment method. Booking ahead is the practical route: you pay StaySats in crypto, and we pay the hotel in yen. Paying in crypto may be a taxable event in your country. Check local rules before you spend coins that have gained value. ## Which Tokyo airport is closer to my hotel? Haneda (HND) is about 15 km from Tokyo Station in a straight line, Narita (NRT) about 57 km. From Haneda, the Keikyū line serves Shinagawa, and the Tokyo Monorail serves Hamamatsuchō. From Narita, the Narita Express reaches Tokyo Station, and the Keisei Skyliner reaches Nippori and Ueno. Pick a hotel near the station your airport train serves, especially with luggage. Tokyo's large stations have many exits, so check which exit is closest to your hotel. ## Held, not charged 1. **Your balance is held at checkout** — The exact total shown is held on your balance. Nothing is charged yet. 2. **We book the room for you** — Bookings are made on request: we book the room with the hotel and confirm the final total. If it is higher than the amount held, you accept the new total or the amount is released. 3. **Charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued** — Your balance is charged when the hotel confirmation number is issued. If we can't confirm the booking in time, the full amount is released to your balance. If the total changes before the hotel confirms, you see the new total and choose: accept it, or have the amount released. Nothing extra is ever taken without your agreement. ## Frequently asked questions ### Can I book a hotel in Tokyo without a credit card? Yes. Your stay is prepaid in crypto: StaySats books it on request and pays the hotel in yen. Some hotels still take a deposit for extras when you arrive. METI says debit cards made up only 3.4% of cashless payments in Japan in 2025, and cashless payments covered 58.0% of consumer spending. [Check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/). ### Do Tokyo hotels accept crypto? Very few, as of October 2026: BTC Map lists 0 hotels among 51 places in the Tokyo area (October 12, 2026). The simple route is to book online with StaySats. You pay us in USDT, BTC or another accepted coin, and we pay the hotel in yen before you arrive. ### Why does a Tokyo hotel copy my passport? Because Japanese rules require it for foreign guests with no address in Japan, since April 1, 2005. The hotel records your nationality and passport number in its guest register and keeps a copy of the passport page. It is a legal duty of the hotel and applies to every foreign visitor. ### Does the Tokyo tax apply to private rentals? Not yet. Today it covers hotels and ryokan. From April 1, 2027, simple lodging houses and private lodgings (minpaku) also pay it. The rate is the same 3% for stays of ¥13,000 or more per person per night. StaySats sells hotel stays; check the property type on the booking page. ### Can I book a ryokan in Tokyo with crypto? Yes, if the ryokan appears in the StaySats search for your dates: it is booked and paid like any hotel. Ryokan rates may include dinner and breakfast, so read what the rate includes. The passport rule and the accommodation tax apply to ryokan as well. ### Do I need a credit card at check-in in Tokyo? It depends on the hotel. Your room is prepaid with StaySats, so you pay only extras at the hotel. Some hotels ask for a card or a cash deposit; others settle extras at check-out. Ask the hotel about its policy before you arrive. [Check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/). ### Should I choose Haneda or Narita for a hotel in Ginza? Haneda is closer: about 15 km from Tokyo Station in a straight line, against about 57 km for Narita. From Haneda, change at Shinagawa or Hamamatsuchō for Ginza. From Narita, the Narita Express reaches Tokyo Station, a short walk or one stop from Ginza. ## Sources 1. [Accommodation tax: rates now and from April 1, 2027](https://www.tax.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/kazei/leisure/shuk/jigyousha) — Bureau of Taxation, Tokyo Metropolitan Government (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [Review of the Accommodation Tax (overview of draft, English)](https://www.tax.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/documents/d/tax/shukuhaku_minaoshi_soan_gaiyou_english) — Bureau of Taxation, Tokyo Metropolitan Government (checked 2026-10-12) 3. [Request for producing of passports (foreign guests without an address in Japan)](https://www.mhlw.go.jp/stf/seisakunitsuite/bunya/0000130600_00001.html) — Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, Japan (checked 2026-10-12) 4. [Consumption tax rates](https://www.nta.go.jp/english/taxes/consumption_tax/01.htm) — National Tax Agency, Japan (checked 2026-10-12) 5. [Binance Pay and Travala report a surge in crypto travel bookings](https://finbold.com/binance-pay-and-travala-report-a-surge-in-crypto-travel-bookings/) — Finbold (checked 2026-10-12) 6. [BTC Map (places listed by its contributors)](https://btcmap.org/) — BTC Map (checked 2026-10-12) 7. [OurAirports open data (airport coordinates for the distances)](https://ourairports.com/data/) — OurAirports (checked 2026-10-12) 8. [2025 ratio of cashless payment among the total amount paid by consumers (March 31, 2026)](https://www.meti.go.jp/english/press/2026/0331_005.html) — Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) (checked 2026-10-13) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # How to book a hotel with crypto, step by step > Book a hotel with crypto on StaySats in 7 steps: top up from $25, pick a rate, we book it on request. Held, not charged, until the hotel confirms. - URL: https://staysats.com/how-it-works/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) From the first top-up to the front desk: each step, how we book on request, what we ask for, and when your balance is charged. **Quick answer — How does booking a hotel with crypto work on StaySats?** On **StaySats** you book a hotel with crypto in seven steps, from a $25 top-up to check-in. At checkout, the exact total of the stay is held, not charged. We then book the room with the hotel on request and confirm the final total. Your balance is charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued. ## The booking journey in facts | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Account | An account number created at your first top-up; no email needed to top up | | Top-up | From $25 in BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC; credited in US dollars after the network confirmations | | Prices | Found live for your dates, in US dollars; taxes and fees included when the hotel publishes them | | At checkout | The exact total shown is held on your balance; nothing is charged yet | | How we book | On request: after checkout, our team books the room with the hotel and confirms the final total | | Higher confirmed total | You accept it, or the full amount is released; nothing extra is taken without your agreement | | Charged | Only when the hotel confirmation number is issued | | Not confirmed in time | Full amount released to your balance at once | | Cancellation rules and local taxes | Confirmed with your booking; until then, treat the rate as non-refundable | | Data we ask | The lead guest's name and an email address; no ID upload, no selfie | | At the hotel | ID check as local law requires; often a card or cash deposit for extras, even on a prepaid room | ## How do I book a hotel with crypto, step by step? 1. **Top up and get your account number** — Start a top-up of $25 or more. Your account number is created at that first top-up and opens your balance and your bookings; no email is needed to top up. Keep the number private. 2. **Send the crypto on the right network** — Pick a coin and network, then send the exact amount shown to the address on the payment page. Your balance is credited in US dollars after the network confirmations. Each coin and network has its own page under pay with crypto. 3. **Search a city and your dates** — Choose a destination, dates, rooms and guests. Prices are found live for your dates and show the total of the stay in US dollars. 4. **Choose a room and a rate** — Each rate shows the total of the stay, with taxes and fees when the hotel publishes them. The cancellation rules and any tax paid at the hotel are confirmed with your booking. Until then, treat the rate as non-refundable. 5. **Enter the lead guest and check out** — Give the lead guest's name, as on the ID they will show at check-in, and an email address. The exact total shown is held on your balance, not charged. 6. **We book on request; the hotel confirms** — Our team books the room with the hotel and confirms the final total. If it is higher than the amount held, you accept it or the full amount is released. Your balance is charged when the hotel confirmation number is issued. 7. **Check in at the hotel** — Show your ID or passport at the front desk, as local law requires. Many hotels also ask for a card or a cash deposit for extras. Your room itself is already paid. ## What does on request mean? It means our team books each room for you after you check out. The search finds prices live for your dates, but a price found is not yet a booking. We book the room with the hotel and confirm the final total before you are charged. After checkout, a booking on request goes like this: 1. **The exact total shown is held** on your balance. Nothing is charged yet. 2. **We book the room with the hotel** in the lead guest's name, and confirm the final total, taxes included. 3. **If the confirmed total is higher** than the amount held, you see it and choose. You accept the new total, or the full amount is released. 4. **When the hotel confirmation number is issued**, your balance is charged and the booking is made. 5. **If we cannot confirm in time**, the full amount is released to your balance. The cancellation rules and any local tax paid at the hotel are confirmed with your booking. Until then, treat the rate as non-refundable. We quote no time for the confirmation, because we have not measured one. ## What does "held, not charged" mean? 1. **Your balance is held at checkout** — The exact total shown is held on your balance. Nothing is charged yet. 2. **We book the room for you** — Bookings are made on request: we book the room with the hotel and confirm the final total. If it is higher than the amount held, you accept the new total or the amount is released. 3. **Charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued** — Your balance is charged when the hotel confirmation number is issued. If we can't confirm the booking in time, the full amount is released to your balance. If the total changes before the hotel confirms, you see the new total and choose: accept it, or have the amount released. Nothing extra is ever taken without your agreement. ## Why hold the amount instead of charging it at checkout? Because a booking is only real when the hotel confirms it. We book on request, so the room and the final total are confirmed with the hotel after checkout. Holding the amount means you never pay for a room that was not booked. If we cannot confirm the booking in time, the amount goes back to your available balance at once. There is nothing to claim. While the amount is held, it is set aside for that booking and cannot pay another one. Your booking page shows each step as it happens, from the hold to the confirmation. ## What happens if the confirmed total is higher? You choose, and nothing extra is charged until you do. When we book the room, the hotel confirms the final total. If it is higher than the amount held, you see the new total. You then accept it, or have the full amount released. We never take a higher amount without your agreement, and we never change the hotel or the room without asking you. Details of what you get back are on the [refunds page](https://staysats.com/refunds/). ## What do we ask for, and what do we never ask for? To top up, nothing personal: the first top-up creates your account number, with no email needed. To book, we ask the lead guest's name and an email address. The hotel registers the stay in that name. The email address is used for the voucher, changes and cancellation, and never published or sold. Travel data is deleted 30 days after the end of the stay. The booking history, without any identity document, is kept for 2 years. We never ask for a passport scan, an ID upload or a selfie. We never ask for your account number, a passport scan or a selfie by email or chat. If someone asks in our name, it is not us. We accept no card, so we never ask for card details either. What we keep, and for how long, is in the [privacy policy](https://staysats.com/privacy/). ## What happens at the hotel? The hotel checks your ID at check-in, as local law requires. Japan is one example. Since April 1, 2005, foreign guests with no address in Japan must give their nationality and passport number. They must also show their passport for a copy. You pay StaySats in crypto; we pay the hotel in local currency. So you do not pay the room at the desk, only a local tax collected on site, if any, and your extras. Paying ahead with StaySats does not remove the hotel's incidental deposit at check-in. Many hotels still ask for a card or a cash deposit for extras. Rules by country: [hotel ID rules](https://staysats.com/hotel-id-rules/). Deposits by chain: [check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/). ## Is a StaySats booking a package? No. StaySats sells hotel bookings only. We sell no flights, no car hire and no tours, so each booking is a single travel service, not a package. EU package travel protection does not apply. We act as your booking agent: your stay is governed by the hotel's policies and the rate rules confirmed with your booking. The full rules are in the [terms](https://staysats.com/terms/). ## How it works: FAQ ### Do I need to sign up to book a hotel with crypto? There is no sign-up form. Your account number is created at your first top-up, and it is your login for your balance and bookings. No email is needed to top up; each booking needs an email address, used for the voucher, changes and cancellation, and never published or sold. Keep the account number private: anyone who has it can open your bookings. ### When is my balance actually charged? When the hotel confirmation number is issued. At checkout the exact total is only held: it is set aside on your balance but still yours. A higher confirmed total is charged only if you accept it. If we cannot confirm the booking in time, the full amount is released to your available balance at once. ### How long does the hotel confirmation take? We quote no time. Each booking is made on request, so it depends on the hotel's answer, and we have not measured a median yet. Your booking page shows each step as it happens. If we cannot confirm in time, the full amount is released. A measured median will be dated in the [changelog](https://staysats.com/changelog/) once it exists. ### Can I book for someone else? Yes. Enter the guest who will check in as the lead guest. Use the name exactly as on the ID they will show at the front desk. The hotel checks that ID at check-in. Some hotels also ask the guest for a card or cash deposit for extras. ### What if my balance is too low for the stay? Top up the difference before checkout, at least $25. The hold covers the exact total of the stay, so checkout needs the full amount on your available balance. Unused balance never expires and can pay your next booking. ### What do I receive after the booking? Your booking page shows the hotel confirmation number, our booking reference, the dates, the cancellation rules and any tax to pay at the hotel. Use the booking reference when you write to support; never send your account number. ### Can I cancel after the hotel has confirmed? Yes, under the rules of the rate you booked. Ask for the cancellation from the booking in your account. On a refundable rate, the amount the hotel refunds, minus its penalty, goes back to your balance. A non-refundable rate refunds nothing. [Refunds](https://staysats.com/refunds/). ### Do you sell flights or packages? No. StaySats sells hotel bookings only. Each booking is a single travel service, not a package, and EU package travel protection does not apply. ## Sources (checked October 12, 2026) 1. [Request for producing of passports (foreign nationals without an address in Japan)](https://www.mhlw.go.jp/stf/seisakunitsuite/bunya/0000130600_00001.html) — Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (Japan) (2026-10-12) 2. [Notice on hotel guest registers from April 1, 2005](https://www.mhlw.go.jp/topics/2005/03/tp0331-1.html) — Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (Japan) (2026-10-12) 3. [Directive (EU) 2015/2302 (Package Travel Directive), Article 3: definitions](https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/dir/2015/2302/oj) — EUR-Lex (2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Is it safe to book a hotel with crypto? > Is it safe to book a hotel with crypto? 7 real risks, from the wrong network to credit-only refunds and local bans, and a checklist to vet any seller. - URL: https://staysats.com/is-it-safe-to-book-hotels-with-crypto/ - Last updated: 2026-10-13 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Paying for a hotel in crypto is safe when you know where the real risks are. Here they are, with the checks that protect you and how StaySats handles each one. **Quick answer — Is it safe to book a hotel with crypto?** Yes, if you check the seller and the payment before you send. The real risks of booking a hotel with crypto are a wrong network, a fake site, credit-only refunds, price changes, local bans and tax. **StaySats** names its company and publishes its refund form. A stay is held, not charged, until the hotel confirms; top-ups start at $25. ## Safety facts to check, with StaySats as an example | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Company named | TravelGoat LLC (United States) | | Networks named per coin | Yes: one page per coin and network (7 pages) | | Payment for a booking | Held, not charged, until the hotel confirmation number is issued | | Refund when the hotel cancels | USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or balance credit if you choose it | | Price rule | the price found live for your dates, in US dollars, for the whole stay. Taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them; the final total is confirmed with the hotel before you are charged | | Documents asked | None: no ID upload, no selfie; the hotel checks ID at check-in | | Places we can't sell | Published, with the reason for each | | Reviews or ratings shown | None: we publish facts, not ratings | ## Can I lose my crypto by sending it on the wrong network? Yes, and it is the most common way to lose money. USDT exists on many networks, and Tether lists 13 of them as supported (checked October 12, 2026). A transfer sent on one network stays on that network and is not credited, even when the address looks valid. **Protect yourself:** on the withdrawal screen of your exchange, choose the network named on the payment page. If you are unsure, send a small top-up first. **How StaySats handles it:** each coin page names one network per address and lists the networks we don't accept. [USDT: TRC-20 or ERC-20?](https://staysats.com/usdt-trc20-or-erc20-for-hotels/) ## How do I spot a fake crypto travel site? Check who is behind it before you send anything. A real seller names its company and country, publishes terms with a date, and states how a crypto payment is refunded. Be careful with sites that promise large discounts without explaining them, or that ask you to pay a personal wallet address sent by chat. No real seller needs your seed phrase, your account number or a selfie sent by chat. We never ask for your account number, a passport scan or a selfie by email or chat. Company, country, coins and refund form of each crypto travel seller: [crypto travel seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/). ## Will I get my money back, or only site credit? It depends on the seller, so read the refund rule before you pay. As of October 2026, per its help page, Travala refunds a crypto payment as Travel Credits. They are usable only on Travala and not convertible to cash or crypto. Payments made through Binance Pay come back in USDT. Other sellers refund in crypto, in fiat money or as site credit, per their own pages. **How StaySats handles it:** in three cases, the money can be withdrawn in USDT or USDC. They are a failed booking, a declined price increase and a hotel that can't host you. Only a cancellation you choose yourself comes back as balance credit. [Refunds compared](https://staysats.com/refunds/). ## What if the price changes after I pay? On some sites, the payment is taken first and the booking is attempted after, which leaves you exposed if the rate disappears. Ask the seller what happens to your money in that case, and how fast. **How StaySats handles it:** at checkout the total is held, not charged. Bookings are made on request, so we confirm the final total with the hotel first. If it is higher, you accept the new total or have the full amount released. If we cannot confirm in time, the amount is released at once. [How it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/). ## Is it legal to pay for a hotel in crypto? It depends on where you are. Some countries ban paying in crypto on their territory; we list the ones we found, with sources. Indonesia, including Bali, and Turkey ban crypto payments for goods and services; Thailand restricts them; mainland China bans crypto activity. Paying a hotel at the desk in crypto there can break local law. **How StaySats handles it:** you pay StaySats in crypto, and we pay the hotel in local currency. You pay extras at the hotel in local money or by card. If you live in a country with such a ban, check whether it also covers paying us from there. [Where we can't sell hotels](https://staysats.com/where-we-cant-sell-hotels/). ## Do I owe tax when I pay a hotel in crypto? Possibly. Paying in crypto may be a taxable event in your country. Check local rules. Keep the transaction ID and the date of each top-up. Stablecoins such as USDT and USDC are designed to track the US dollar. So the gap between what you paid for them and what you spend stays small. That is not tax advice. ## Can the hotel refuse me at check-in? It can if you cannot show valid ID, or if you do not meet its rules on deposits or minimum age. The hotel checks your ID at check-in, as local law requires, and may ask for a card or a cash deposit for extras. Paying ahead with StaySats does not remove the hotel's incidental deposit at check-in. **Protect yourself:** enter the lead guest's name as on the ID, and read the hotel's deposit rule before you go. [Check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/) and [hotel ID rules](https://staysats.com/hotel-id-rules/). ## Checklist: how do I vet any crypto hotel seller? Seven questions to answer before you send crypto to any site, StaySats included. | Question | Where to look | StaySats answer | | --- | --- | --- | | Which company sells, and in which country? | Terms, footer, about page | TravelGoat LLC, United States | | Which network does each coin use? | Payment page or help page | Named per coin: 5 networks, one page per coin and network | | When is my money taken? | How it works, terms | Held at checkout; charged when the hotel confirmation number is issued | | How is a crypto payment refunded? | Refund policy, help page | USDT or USDC when the hotel cancels or the booking fails; credit when you cancel | | Is the price the total, with taxes? | Rate details, pricing page, terms | Live price for your dates; the final total, taxes included, is confirmed with the hotel before you are charged | | Which places can't it sell? | Sanctions or restrictions page | Published, with reasons | | Does it show real data or ratings? | The page itself | Dated data with sources; no ratings | We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto. Our offer is included and marked. Answers for other sellers: [crypto travel seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/). ## Booking hotels with crypto safely: FAQ ### Is crypto safer than a card for a hotel booking? It is different. A card payment can be disputed through a chargeback; a blockchain transfer cannot be reversed. So with crypto, the seller's own refund rule is your protection. Read it before you pay, and prefer a seller that holds the amount until the booking is confirmed. ### What is the safest coin to pay a hotel with? The safest is the one you can send on the right network without mistakes. Stablecoins such as USDT and USDC keep a value close to the US dollar between top-up and booking. Whatever the coin, check the network on the payment page before you send. ### Should I send a small test payment first? If you are unsure about the network or the exchange screen, yes. On StaySats the minimum top-up is $25, so a first small top-up shows you the whole flow. Each top-up has its own exact amount, so start a new top-up for the main amount. ### Can a crypto travel site freeze my funds? Some sellers' terms allow it. As of October 2026, per its terms, Travala may ask for an ID check at any time and may freeze funds. Read the terms of any seller. On StaySats, bookings and withdrawals are refused when a sanctions check matches, as the law requires. ### Is my hotel booking private if I pay in crypto? Partly. No ID upload or selfie is needed at our checkout. But blockchain transfers are public, and the hotel receives the lead guest's name and checks ID on arrival. Private checkout is not the same as a hidden identity. ### How do I know a site's crypto acceptance claims are true? Look for a date and a source. Many lists repeat old facts, such as booking sites that stopped taking crypto years ago. Our acceptance index gives each status with the date of our check and a link to its source: [who accepts crypto](https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/). ## Sources (checked October 12, 2026) 1. [Supported Protocols and Integration Guidelines](https://tether.to/en/supported-protocols/) — Tether (2026-10-12) 2. [Travala help: refunds of crypto payments](https://help.travala.com/hc/en-us/articles/20907422717209) — Travala (2026-10-12) 3. [Travala terms and conditions](https://www.travala.com/terms-and-conditions) — Travala (2026-10-12) 4. [Bali to crack down on foreign tourists using crypto as payment](https://en.antaranews.com/news/283182/bali-to-crack-down-on-foreign-tourists-using-crypto-as-payment) — Antara (2026-10-12) 5. [Turkey's central bank bans crypto payments](https://www.theblock.co/linked/101905/turkey-central-bank-bans-crypto-payments) — The Block (2026-10-12) 6. [Thailand crypto-to-baht payment pilot for foreign tourists](https://www.theblock.co/post/367207/thailand-crypto-baht-payment-pilot-foreign-tourists) — The Block (2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Is Travala legit? Company facts, refunds and fees (checked October 2026) > Is Travala legit? Checked October 12, 2026: Travala Pte. Ltd. in Singapore, crypto refunds as Travel Credits, $15 and $25 flight fees, 129 payment options. - URL: https://staysats.com/is-travala-legit/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) A factual sheet on Travala.com, from its terms, payment page and help center. It covers who runs it, where it is registered, how it refunds crypto and which fees it publishes. No rating and no review score. **Quick answer — Is Travala legit?** Travala is a registered company. Travala.com is run by Travala Pte. Ltd. in Singapore, per its terms checked October 12, 2026. It reported over $113 million of gross revenue in 2025 (company figure). Plain crypto payments are refunded as Travel Credits, which cannot be cashed out. **StaySats**, which publishes this sheet, competes with Travala. ## Travala company sheet (checked October 12, 2026) | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Operator | Travala Pte. Ltd., a company registered in Singapore | | Registered address | 160 Robinson Road, #14-04, Singapore Business Federation Center, Singapore 068914 (its terms) | | Custody of crypto | Travala says it is "not a custodian"; it uses BitGo Singapore Pte. Ltd. (terms, clause 8.3) | | What it sells | Hotels, flights, activities and car rentals, with 129 payment options | | Refund of a crypto payment | Travel Credits, within 7 business days after the supplier refunds Travala | | Flight fees | $15 per booking to void; $25 per person to process a refund (clause 9.5) | | Blocked places | Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Myanmar, Syria, Venezuela, Crimea and four regions of Ukraine (clause 1.3) | | Size (company figures) | Over $113 million of gross revenue in 2025; 78% of 2024 bookings paid in crypto | > **Disclosure** We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto, so we compete with Travala. Every Travala fact on this page comes from Travala's own pages or from the press, with the date we read it. We have not bought anything on Travala yet, so this is a company sheet, not a review. It is written by the StaySats research desk, TravelGoat LLC. Named reviewers will be listed here when appointed. ## Who owns and runs Travala? Travala.com is operated by Travala Pte. Ltd., per its terms and conditions read on October 12, 2026. The terms describe it as a company registered in Singapore and give its registered address on Robinson Road. You can look the company up in Singapore's official business register, run by ACRA. The terms also say Travala is not a custodian of your assets. For crypto, it uses the custodial services of BitGo Singapore Pte. Ltd. (clause 8.3). ## How does Travala refund a crypto payment? Travala refunds in a form that depends on how you paid. A plain crypto payment comes back as Travel Credits in your Travala wallet, per its help center. The timeline starts only when the supplier's refund reaches Travala. ### Travala refund form by payment method (help center, updated October 8, 2026) | How you paid | Refunded as | When | | --- | --- | --- | | Cryptocurrency | Travel Credits in your Travala wallet | Within 7 business days after the supplier refunds | | Binance Pay | USDT in your Binance Pay wallet | Within 7 business days | | Crypto.com Pay | The same cryptocurrency; the amount may differ with the market price | Within 7 business days | | Credit or debit card | Back to the card | Within 7 business days; up to 30 days to reach your bank | | Travel Credits | Travel Credits | Within 7 business days | | Promo Credits | Not refundable | — | | Travala's AI booking connector (MCP) | Travel Credits, USDC on Base or another method (terms, clause 9.11) | Not stated | ## Can you cash out Travala Travel Credits? No. Travala's help center says Travel Credits "cannot be redeemed for cash, cryptocurrency, or any other form of consideration". They are not transferable and cannot be sold or traded (article updated August 12, 2026). You can only spend them on another Travala booking. This matters most after a cancellation. If you paid in BTC or USDT and the booking is refunded, the value stays at Travala as credit. To get crypto back, Travala's own rule is to pay with Binance Pay (refunded in USDT) or Crypto.com Pay (refunded in the same crypto). ## What fees does Travala publish? Travala publishes fixed fees for flights and general rules for the rest, per its terms read on October 12, 2026. - **Voiding a flight:** a non-refundable fee of $15 per booking, usually within 24 hours of booking (clause 9.5). - **Processing a flight refund:** a non-refundable fee of $25 per person, on top of the airline's own fees (clause 9.5). - **Hotels:** "Cancellation Fees" may include Travala's own administrative or processing fees, besides the hotel's penalty (clauses 9.1 and 9.4). No amount is published. - **Cards:** a surcharge may apply, shown before you complete the booking (clause 8.5). - **Crypto:** no extra fee for paying in crypto is announced on its payment page. ## Does Travala ask for ID, or freeze funds? Travala allows guest checkout, but its terms let it ask for more at any time. Clause 4.4 says you must comply with its "Compliance Requirements" when required. Clauses 4.5 and 4.6 allow it to freeze or hold assets until you show you are entitled to them. Clause 8.4 adds that a crypto payment counts only once the transaction meets those requirements. Rules like these are common at companies that handle crypto. Read them before you send a large amount. ## Which countries can't use Travala? Travala's terms list "Prohibited Jurisdictions": Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Myanmar, Syria, Venezuela, Crimea, and the Luhansk, Donetsk, Zaporizhzhia and Kherson regions of Ukraine (clause 1.3). The list also covers any place under UN, EU, US, UK or Singapore sanctions, and "may change without notice". By using the site, you state that you are not located or resident there (clause 2.3). StaySats has its own list of places we can't sell: [where we can't sell hotels](https://staysats.com/where-we-cant-sell-hotels/). ## How big is Travala? Travala reported over $113 million of annual gross revenue in 2025, per CCN on February 26, 2026. We found no revenue figure for the other crypto-native sellers in our [seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/). In February 2025, it said 78% of its 2024 bookings were paid in crypto, per The Block. It lists more than 2.2 million properties, per the same report. In 2026 it added an AI booking connector (MCP) that takes USDC on Base, and an AI agent with BNB Chain and Binance Pay. These are company figures, not audited ones. ## What should you check before booking on Travala? Five checks, all on Travala's own pages. 1. **Choose the payment method for the refund you want** — Plain crypto is refunded as Travel Credits. Binance Pay is refunded in USDT, Crypto.com Pay in the same crypto. 2. **Check the USDT network at checkout** — Its USDT page names ERC-20, while its payment options page lists TRC-20 and other networks. Send only on the network shown. 3. **Read the room's cancellation policy** — A refund depends on the rate. Travala may add its own processing fee, with no amount published for hotels. 4. **Expect a possible price change** — Its terms say a price may change between your choice and the booking confirmation (clause 2.8). 5. **Keep your records** — Save the transaction ID, the confirmation and a copy of the terms on the day you pay. ## Travala and StaySats on the same four facts Travala facts read on October 12, 2026. Our row is marked. | | Travala | StaySats (ours) | | --- | --- | --- | | Company | Travala Pte. Ltd., Singapore | TravelGoat LLC, United States | | Refund of a crypto payment | Travel Credits (Binance Pay: USDT) | Hotel can't host you: USDT or USDC within 7 days, or balance credit if you choose it | | When you are charged | Not stated | Held at checkout; booked on request; charged when the hotel confirmation number is issued | | What it sells | Hotels, flights, activities, car rentals | Hotel bookings only | *Checked on October 12, 2026.* More sites compared: [Travala alternatives](https://staysats.com/travala-alternative/). ## Is Travala legit? FAQ ### Is Travala safe to use? Travala is a registered Singapore company with public terms and a named crypto custodian. The company is Travala Pte. Ltd., with a published address, and its custodian for crypto is BitGo Singapore. Its fees and refund rules are public too. The main point to know is that crypto payments are refunded as Travel Credits, not as crypto. ### Who owns Travala.com? Travala.com is operated by Travala Pte. Ltd., registered in Singapore, at 160 Robinson Road, per its terms read on October 12, 2026. You can check the company in Singapore's official business register. Its terms also name BitGo Singapore Pte. Ltd. as the custodian it uses for crypto. ### Does Travala refund in crypto? Only for some payment methods. Per its help center, a plain crypto payment is refunded as Travel Credits. Binance Pay payments are refunded in USDT, and Crypto.com Pay payments in the same cryptocurrency, at the current market price. Card payments go back to the card. ### How long does a Travala refund take? Within 7 business days after the supplier's refund reaches Travala, per its help center article updated on October 8, 2026. For cards, the money can take up to 30 days more to reach your bank. Travel Credits, Binance Pay and Crypto.com Pay refunds follow the same 7-business-day rule. ### Can I withdraw my Travala Travel Credits? No. Travala's help center says Travel Credits cannot be redeemed for cash, cryptocurrency or anything else, and cannot be transferred, sold or traded. You can only use them on Travala. Spend them on a future booking before you move to another site. ### What does Travala charge to cancel a flight? A non-refundable $15 per booking to void a flight, usually within 24 hours. After that, it charges $25 per person to process a refund, per clause 9.5 of its terms. The airline's own cancellation fees come on top. For hotels, no fixed Travala fee is published. ### Does Travala require KYC? Not for every booking: a guest checkout is possible. Its terms still let Travala apply "Compliance Requirements" at any time. It may freeze or hold assets until they are met (clauses 4.4 to 4.6 and 8.4). StaySats asks for the lead guest's name and an email address, with no ID upload at checkout. ### What is a Travala alternative that refunds in USDT? When the hotel can't host you, StaySats pays 100% of the stay in USDT or USDC within 7 days. You can choose balance credit instead. It sells hotels only, paid in crypto from a $25 top-up. Other options are compared on [crypto sites similar to Travala](https://staysats.com/travala-alternative/). ## Sources 1. [Terms and conditions](https://www.travala.com/terms-and-conditions) — Travala (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [Payment options](https://www.travala.com/payment-options) — Travala (checked 2026-10-12) 3. [Pay with USDT (ERC-20)](https://www.travala.com/payment/usdt) — Travala (checked 2026-10-12) 4. [What are my hotel booking refund options?](https://help.travala.com/hc/en-us/articles/28327201309849) — Travala help center (2026-09-06) 5. [How long should I wait for my refund payout?](https://help.travala.com/hc/en-us/articles/29840398218393) — Travala help center (2026-10-08) 6. [Is it possible to get my travel credits back in cash?](https://help.travala.com/hc/en-us/articles/20907422717209) — Travala help center (2026-08-12) 7. [Can Crypto Rent You a Car? $113M Travel Firm Adds 1,700 Rental Brands to Web3](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/crypto-rent-car-113m-travel-123215141.html) — CCN via Yahoo Finance (2026-02-26) 8. [Trivago integrates with Travala, enabling hotel bookings in over 100 cryptocurrencies](https://www.theblock.co/post/338722/trivago-travala-integration-crypto-payments) — The Block (2025-02-04) 9. [Travala debuts agentic AI travel protocol with gasless USDC payments on Base](https://www.theblock.co/post/402860/travala-debuts-agentic-ai-travel-protocol-with-gasless-usdc-payments-on-base) — The Block (2026-06-04) 10. [Travala launches native AI travel agent with BNB Chain and Binance Pay](https://hackernoon.com/travala-launches-native-ai-travel-agent-with-bnb-chain-and-binance-pay) — HackerNoon (2026-10-08) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Book a hotel abroad from Nigeria with USDT > Book a hotel abroad from Lagos with USDT: London, Johannesburg, Paris and more. The stay is held, not charged, until the hotel confirms. ID and refunds. - URL: https://staysats.com/lagos-hotels-abroad-usdt/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) For travellers in Nigeria who hold USDT: how to book a hotel abroad from a crypto balance. Then what the hotel asks for at check-in, and what our refunds cover. **Quick answer — Can I book a hotel abroad from Lagos with USDT?** Yes. From Lagos, you can book a hotel abroad with USDT or other crypto on **StaySats**. Top up from $25 on TRC-20 or ERC-20, then book London, Johannesburg, Paris or another city. The total of the stay is held, not charged, until the hotel confirmation number is issued. At check-in, the hotel checks your passport. ## Booking abroad from Nigeria, in facts | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Pay StaySats with | BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC; USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20, USDC on ERC-20 | | Minimum top-up | $25; the balance is kept in USD and never expires | | When you are charged | Only when the hotel confirmation number is issued | | What we ask when you book | The lead guest's name and an email address; no ID upload at checkout | | London hotel register | Guests aged 16 or over give their name and nationality (Immigration (Hotel Records) Order 1972) | | London on BTC Map | 86 places listed within 25 km, 49 verified in 2025 or later, no hotel | | Dubai | Travel alert: US Level 3, "Reconsider travel" (August 29, 2026); see the box below | | The hotel can't host you | 100% of the stay back, in USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or as balance credit | ## How do I book a hotel abroad with USDT from Nigeria? Four steps; we pay the hotel in its own currency. 1. **Fund your balance in crypto** — Top up from $25 with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20, or another coin we accept. Send it only on the network shown on the payment page; it is credited in USD after the network confirmations. 2. **Search the city and your dates** — Enter your dates and the number of guests. Prices are found live for your dates, in US dollars. A local fee paid at the hotel is confirmed with your booking. 3. **Book: the amount is held** — The exact total of the stay is held on your balance while we request the booking. It is charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued, and released if we can't confirm in time. 4. **Travel with your confirmation number** — Show your passport at check-in. The hotel may ask for a card or a cash deposit for extras. > **Travel disruption if you plan a trip to Dubai (checked October 12, 2026)** Iranian strikes on Gulf states halted flights at Dubai's airports on February 28, 2026, and flights can still be cancelled. The US State Department rates the UAE Level 3, "Reconsider travel" (advisory of August 29, 2026). The UK Foreign Office warns of possible flight cancellations and airspace closures (page updated July 24, 2026). Read the UK FCDO advice and the US advisory before you book. What we cover: if the hotel can't host you, you get 100% of the stay back. You choose USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or balance credit. What we don't cover: your flight from Lagos, transfers and visas. If you cancel yourself, the rate rules apply: a non-refundable rate returns nothing. We review this box every month. More on Dubai hotels. ## Search hotels in London and beyond Search hotels: https://staysats.com/app/hotels/search Live prices in USD for the whole stay; taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them. Bookings are made on request: nothing is charged until the hotel confirmation number is issued, and a higher total needs your agreement. ## What should I know about a London hotel? Few London hotels take crypto at the desk. BTC Map lists 86 places within 25 km of central London, 49 of them verified in 2025 or later, and no hotel. With StaySats, the hotel never needs to accept crypto: you pay us in USDT, and we pay the hotel in pounds. UK law, the Immigration (Hotel Records) Order 1972, makes hotels keep a register. Every guest aged 16 or over gives a full name and nationality. Nigeria is a Commonwealth country, so the order does not ask Nigerian guests for a passport number. The hotel may still ask to see your passport under its own policy. UK room prices include 20% VAT, and we confirm the final total with the hotel before you are charged. Paddington, Bloomsbury, King's Cross and South Kensington are well served by the Underground. More on [London hotels](https://staysats.com/hotels/london/). ## How do other cities compare on BTC Map? Any city in the search, except Spain for now and sanctioned places. Each city page gives the local crypto rule, taxes and ID rules. BTC Map counts, within 25 km, on October 12, 2026: - **Johannesburg**: 497 places listed, the second-highest count among the 100 cities of our index. - **Cape Town**: 288 places, 1 of them a hotel. - **[New York](https://staysats.com/hotels/new-york/)**: 85 places, no hotel. - **[Paris](https://staysats.com/hotels/paris/)**: 48 places, no hotel. - **Accra**: 8 places and 1 hotel; Accra has no city page yet, so type it in the search. These counts show local crypto use, not hotels we sell. A listing is not proof that a place accepts crypto today. All cities: [Crypto-Friendly Destinations Index](https://staysats.com/crypto-friendly-destinations/). ## Which coin and network should I use from Nigeria? Any coin we accept works: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC. For USDT, choose Tron (TRC-20), credited after 20 confirmations, or Ethereum (ERC-20), credited after 12. USDC works on Ethereum (ERC-20). If you send from your own wallet on Tron, keep a little TRX for the network fee. Copy the address from the payment page and check the network twice: funds sent on another network may be lost. Compare the two USDT networks on [TRC-20 or ERC-20 for hotels](https://staysats.com/usdt-trc20-or-erc20-for-hotels/). ## What will the hotel ask for at check-in? Your passport, and often a deposit. We send the hotel only the lead guest's name; there is no ID upload and no selfie at our checkout. The hotel checks your ID as local law requires. Many hotels ask for a card pre-authorisation or a cash deposit for extras, even when the room is prepaid. Ask the hotel before you arrive which deposits it accepts, and how much. Hotel group rules are on [check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/). ## What if the hotel cancels or my trip changes? If we cannot confirm the booking in time, the full amount is released to your balance. If the hotel can't host you, you get 100% of the stay back. You choose USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or balance credit. If you cancel a refundable rate, the amount the hotel refunds, minus its penalty, returns to your balance. A non-refundable rate returns nothing, and a no-show follows the rate rules. Flights are not covered: we sell hotel stays only. Every case is on [refunds](https://staysats.com/refunds/). ## Frequently asked questions ### Do I need a card to book a hotel abroad from Nigeria? Not to book. You pay StaySats from a crypto balance, and the total of the stay is held, then charged when the hotel confirmation number is issued. At check-in, the hotel may still ask for a card or a cash deposit for extras. Ask the hotel which deposits it accepts before you travel. ### Do you accept naira, cards or bank transfers? No. StaySats takes crypto only: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC. We do not accept naira, cards, bank transfers, Monero or Lightning. Once your crypto is confirmed, the balance is kept in USD, and unused balance never expires. The minimum top-up is $25, and released or refunded amounts can be withdrawn in USDT or USDC. ### Will a London hotel ask for my passport number? The law does not require it for Nigerian guests. The Immigration (Hotel Records) Order 1972 asks every guest aged 16 or over for a full name and nationality. Only guests who are not British, Irish or Commonwealth citizens must also give a passport number. Hotels may still check your passport under their own policy. ### Can I book a hotel for a relative in London? Yes. Enter your relative as the lead guest, with their name written exactly as on their passport, and an email address. They show their own ID at check-in, and they may be asked for a card or a cash deposit for extras. The booking is paid from your crypto balance. ### Which other cities can I book from Lagos? Most cities in the search, including Accra, Johannesburg, Cape Town, Nairobi, [Paris](https://staysats.com/hotels/paris/) and [New York](https://staysats.com/hotels/new-york/). In [Istanbul](https://staysats.com/hotels/istanbul/), paying shops or hotels in crypto on the spot is banned, but booking online with us is a different act. Hotels in Spain are not available yet. ### Is paying for a hotel in crypto taxable in Nigeria? Paying in crypto may be a taxable event in your country. Check local rules. We do not give tax or legal advice: ask a professional in Nigeria about your own situation. Keep a record of each top-up and booking, with the date and the amount. ## Sources 1. [The Immigration (Hotel Records) Order 1972, article 4](https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1972/1689/article/4/made) — legislation.gov.uk (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [United Arab Emirates travel advice](https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/united-arab-emirates) — UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (updated July 24, 2026; checked 2026-10-12) 3. [United Arab Emirates Travel Advisory (Level 3: Reconsider travel)](https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/united-arab-emirates.html) — US Department of State (August 29, 2026; checked 2026-10-12) 4. [Flights restart in Dubai: Emirates begins limited flights as Dubai airports resume operations after Iran attacks](https://www.businesstoday.in/amp/world/middle-east/story/flights-restart-in-dubai-emirates-begins-limited-flights-as-dubai-airports-resume-operations-after-iran-attacks-518895-2026-03-02) — Business Today (2026-03-02) 5. [BTC Map, places API (v4)](https://api.btcmap.org/v4/places) — BTC Map (checked 2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # StaySats: official facts, prices and policies > Official facts on StaySats: hotels paid in crypto, held not charged, no ID upload, crypto only (BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC). Updated 2026-10-13. - URL: https://staysats.com/llm-info/ - Last updated: 2026-10-13 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. Every figure on this page comes from the live price list and company records, the same source as the [pricing page](https://staysats.com/pricing/) and [pricing.json](https://staysats.com/pricing.json), and is rebuilt with every site update. **Quick answer — What is StaySats?** StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. It is operated by TravelGoat LLC (United States). ## Key facts (2026-10-13) | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | What we sell | Hotel bookings paid in crypto — hotels only: no flights, no packages | | Price shown | the price found live for your dates, in US dollars, for the whole stay. Taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them; the final total is confirmed with the hotel before you are charged · [details](https://staysats.com/pricing/) | | Payment | balance held at checkout, room booked on request with the hotel, charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued; released if the booking can't be confirmed in time or you decline a higher total · [details](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/) | | The hotel can't host you | 100% of the stay in USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or balance credit if you choose it. A booking that is not confirmed is released to your balance at once · [details](https://staysats.com/refunds/) | | Cancelled by you | balance credit, under the rate rules | | Data we ask for | the lead guest's name and an email address, used for the voucher, changes and cancellation. No ID upload, no selfie; the hotel checks ID at check-in as local law requires | | Package travel | each booking is a single travel service, not a package: EU package travel protection does not apply | | Not sold | We can't sell hotels in Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Russia, Belarus, Syria, and Russian-occupied areas of Ukraine (Crimea, Sevastopol and parts of the Donetsk, Luhansk, Zaporizhzhia and Kherson regions). Bookings for listed persons are refused. | | Not available yet | Spain — Hotels in Spain are not available yet: Spanish law (Royal Decree 933/2021) requires booking intermediaries to report guest and payment details to the Ministry of the Interior within 24 hours, and our registration is not done. | | KYC / identity check | None on our side: no ID upload, no selfie. The hotel checks your ID at check-in, as local law requires | | Email required to sign up | No | | Accepted cryptocurrencies | Crypto only: Bitcoin (BTC), Tether (USDT, TRC-20 or ERC-20), USD Coin (USDC, ERC-20), Ethereum (ETH), Solana (SOL), Litecoin (LTC) | | Minimum top-up | $25 — top up a prepaid balance once, then book from it | | Balance rule | Unused balance stays on your account and never expires. Amounts released when a booking can't be confirmed, or refunded when the hotel can't host you, can be withdrawn in USDT or USDC; the rest of the balance is not refundable | | Operator | TravelGoat LLC (United States) | | Contact | [support@staysats.com](mailto:support@staysats.com) | ## Cancellations and refunds | Situation | What you get | How | When | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Booking not confirmed (room no longer available, time limit passed, our error) | 100% | Released to your balance; withdrawable in USDT or USDC on request | Immediately | | Price increase declined | 100% | Released to your balance; withdrawable in USDT or USDC on request | Immediately | | The hotel can't host you (overbooking, closure) | 100% of the stay | Your choice: USDT or USDC, or balance credit | Within 7 days of your request | | You cancel a refundable rate | The amount refunded by the hotel, minus its penalty | Balance credit | As soon as the funds come back | | You cancel a non-refundable rate | Nothing, under the rate rules | — | — | | No-show | According to the rate rules (often nothing) | Balance credit | — | ## Where we can't sell We can't sell hotels in Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Russia, Belarus, Syria, and Russian-occupied areas of Ukraine (Crimea, Sevastopol and parts of the Donetsk, Luhansk, Zaporizhzhia and Kherson regions). Bookings for listed persons are refused. | Destination | Status | Why | | --- | --- | --- | | Iran | Not available (sanctions) | International sanctions: we sell no hotel in this destination. | | North Korea | Not available (sanctions) | International sanctions: we sell no hotel in this destination. | | Cuba | Not available (sanctions) | International sanctions: we sell no hotel in this destination. | | Russia | Not available (sanctions) | International sanctions: we sell no hotel in this destination. | | Belarus | Not available (sanctions) | International sanctions: we sell no hotel in this destination. | | Syria | Not available (sanctions) | International sanctions: we sell no hotel in this destination. | | Russian-occupied areas of Ukraine (Crimea, Sevastopol and parts of the Donetsk, Luhansk, Zaporizhzhia and Kherson regions) | Not available (sanctions) | International sanctions: we sell no hotel in this destination. | | Spain | Not available yet | Hotels in Spain are not available yet: Spanish law (Royal Decree 933/2021) requires booking intermediaries to report guest and payment details to the Ministry of the Interior within 24 hours, and our registration is not done. | ## Open data (CC BY 4.0) | Product | Machine-readable | Data as of | | --- | --- | --- | | [Hotel & Booking-Site Crypto Acceptance Index](https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/) | [JSON](https://staysats.com/data/hotel-crypto-acceptance.json) · [CSV](https://staysats.com/data/hotel-crypto-acceptance.csv) | October 13, 2026 | | [Crypto-Friendly Destinations Index](https://staysats.com/crypto-friendly-destinations/) | [JSON](https://staysats.com/data/crypto-friendly-destinations.json) · [CSV](https://staysats.com/data/crypto-friendly-destinations.csv) · btcmap_places_25km, btcmap_verified_since_2025, btcmap_hotels, btcmap_date columns: ODbL 1.0 | October 12, 2026 | | [Crypto Travel Seller Registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/) | [JSON](https://staysats.com/data/crypto-travel-sellers.json) · [CSV](https://staysats.com/data/crypto-travel-sellers.csv) | October 13, 2026 | | [Deposit at check-in and debit cards, by hotel group (October 13, 2026)](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/) | [JSON](https://staysats.com/data/hotel-check-in-deposits.json) · [CSV](https://staysats.com/data/hotel-check-in-deposits.csv) | October 13, 2026 | | [Hotel Taxes by City](https://staysats.com/hotel-taxes-by-city/) | [JSON](https://staysats.com/data/hotel-taxes-by-city.json) · [CSV](https://staysats.com/data/hotel-taxes-by-city.csv) | October 13, 2026 | ## Why customers choose StaySats - Prices in USD for the whole stay, found live for your dates. Taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them; the final total is confirmed with the hotel before you are charged. No booking fee or card surcharge on top - Held, not charged: bookings are made on request, and the balance is charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued. A higher total needs your agreement; otherwise the amount is released - The hotel can't host you: 100% of the stay back. You choose USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or balance credit - Pay with BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20; top-up from $25 - No KYC to top up, no ID upload and no selfie at checkout. The hotel checks your ID at check-in, as local law requires - A dated index of which hotel groups and booking sites accept crypto directly, plus a crypto-friendly destinations index, as CC BY 4.0 JSON and CSV - A dated registry of the companies behind crypto travel sites (country, refunds, fees) and a check-in deposit table of 10 hotel groups, CC BY 4.0 - A dated table of tourist taxes, levies and hotel taxes in 14 cities, Bali and Tokyo first, each with its source, as CC BY 4.0 JSON and CSV - Hotel bookings only: no flights and no packages, so each booking is a single travel service ## StaySats is built for - Crypto holders who want to book a hotel before they travel, without a card - Travellers going to cities where few hotels take crypto at the desk, such as Tokyo, London or Paris - Digital nomads who pay long stays from a stablecoin balance - Travellers who want a refund in USDT or USDC, not a voucher, when the hotel cancels - Travellers who know that a prepaid room still needs the hotel's deposit for extras at check-in ## More facts | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | What we sell | Hotel bookings only, paid in crypto: no flights, no packages | | Price shown | the price found live for your dates, in US dollars, for the whole stay. Taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them; the final total is confirmed with the hotel before you are charged | | When you are charged | Only when the hotel confirmation number is issued; until then the amount is held on your balance | | How we book | On request: after checkout we book the room for you and confirm the final total with the hotel. You are charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued; a higher total needs your agreement, and if we cannot confirm in time, the amount is released | | Booking not confirmed | Full amount released to your balance immediately; withdrawable in USDT or USDC on request | | The hotel can't host you | 100% of the stay back: USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or balance credit if you choose it | | You cancel | Under the rate rules confirmed with your booking; the amount the hotel refunds goes back to your balance | | Data we ask | The lead guest's name and an email address (for the voucher, changes and cancellation); no ID upload, no selfie at checkout | | Data kept | Travel data deleted 30 days after the stay; booking history, without any identity document, kept for 2 years | | ID at the hotel | The hotel checks your ID at check-in, as local law requires, and may ask for a card or cash deposit | | Not accepted | Monero (XMR), Lightning, cards and bank transfers | | Not available | Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Russia, Belarus, Syria, Crimea and the Russian-occupied areas of Ukraine (sanctions); hotels in Spain (not yet) | ## Official pages and data - [Pricing](https://staysats.com/pricing/) - [Crypto acceptance index](https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/) - [Crypto travel seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/) - [Check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/) - [Crypto-friendly destinations](https://staysats.com/crypto-friendly-destinations/) - [Hotel taxes by city](https://staysats.com/hotel-taxes-by-city/) - [Crypto hotel booking sites compared](https://staysats.com/best-crypto-hotel-booking-sites/) - [Travala alternatives](https://staysats.com/travala-alternative/) - [Is Travala legit?](https://staysats.com/is-travala-legit/) - [How it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/) - [Refunds](https://staysats.com/refunds/) - [Hotels by city](https://staysats.com/hotels/) - [Pay with crypto](https://staysats.com/pay/) - [Open data](https://staysats.com/data/) - [Editorial policy](https://staysats.com/editorial-policy/) - [Gift cards or a booking site?](https://staysats.com/bitrefill-gift-cards-vs-hotel-booking/) - [Privacy Policy](https://staysats.com/privacy/) - [Terms of Service](https://staysats.com/terms/) - [About](https://staysats.com/about/) - [Contact](https://staysats.com/contact/) - [pricing.json (machine-readable price list)](https://staysats.com/pricing.json) - [llms.txt](https://staysats.com/llms.txt) - [llms-full.txt (full site text)](https://staysats.com/llms-full.txt) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Monthly hotel stays paid in USDT: Bali, Chiang Mai, Medellín, Lisbon > Monthly hotel stays paid in USDT with StaySats: the whole stay is held, not charged, until the hotel confirms. Taxes, deposits and crypto rules in 4 cities. - URL: https://staysats.com/long-stays-paid-in-usdt/ - Last updated: 2026-10-13 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) What changes when a hotel booking lasts a month: the amount held, the rate rules, the deposit at check-in and the local taxes. Then four cities where long stays are common, each with its own crypto rule. **Quick answer — How do I pay a monthly hotel stay in USDT?** To pay a monthly hotel stay in USDT with **StaySats**, top up from $25 on TRC-20 or ERC-20 and book your dates. The full total is held, not charged, until the hotel confirmation number is issued. Before a 30-night booking, check the deposit and local taxes: Lisbon charges its tourist tax for 7 nights at most. ## Long stays in USDT, in facts | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | USDT networks | Tron (TRC-20): 20 confirmations · Ethereum (ERC-20): 12 confirmations | | A 30-night booking | The full total is held at checkout and charged when the hotel confirmation number is issued | | Long-stay price published | None yet: a monthly price appears on our pages only once it is measured | | Airbnb gift card route | Not for stays of 28 nights or more, per the reseller's copy of the terms. The US card is for US residents only. | | Bali | Paying in crypto on the spot is banned; a foreign tourist levy of IDR 150,000 is paid once per visit, apart from the hotel bill | | Chiang Mai | Paying on the spot is restricted; 9 hotels listed on BTC Map, tied second with Lugano after San Salvador (13) in our index | | Medellín | 135 places listed on BTC Map within 25 km; VAT exemption on lodging for residents abroad at registered hotels | | Lisbon | Tourist tax of €4 per night for each guest aged 13 and over, for 7 nights at most per stay | | The hotel can't host you | 100% of the stay back, in USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or as balance credit | ## How does StaySats handle a 30-night booking? Exactly like a 2-night booking, with a larger amount held. At checkout, the exact total of the stay is held on your balance. Bookings are made on request: our team makes the booking with the hotel and confirms the final total. Your balance is charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued. If we cannot confirm in time, the full amount is released to your balance. If the confirmed total is higher, you choose: accept the new total, or have the amount released. Nothing extra is ever taken without your agreement. Taxes and fees are included in the price when the hotel publishes them. Local taxes paid at the hotel are confirmed with your booking. We publish no monthly price yet. A price appears on our pages only once we have measured it. Until then, the search shows the live price for your exact dates. More on [how it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/). ## What should I check before booking a month in a hotel? A long stay multiplies the cost of a wrong detail, so check these points: - **Refundable or not:** cancellation rules are confirmed with the hotel when it confirms your booking. Until then, treat the rate as non-refundable: a non-refundable month returns nothing if you leave early or do not arrive. - **The cancellation deadline:** once confirmed, it is on your voucher, usually in the hotel's local time. After it, the hotel's penalty applies. - **The deposit:** hotels may hold a card or ask for cash for extras. On a long stay, ask how much, and when it is returned. - **Local taxes:** some are charged per night with a cap, as in Lisbon; others once per visit, as in Bali. - **Your permitted stay:** the booking should end before your visa or visa-free stay does. See [digital nomads](https://staysats.com/digital-nomads/). - **Services:** cleaning frequency, laundry and kitchen access vary by hotel. Ask the hotel before you commit. - **The lead guest's name:** write it as on the passport you will show at check-in. ## Can I pay a month on Airbnb with crypto? Not with the usual gift card route. The reseller's copy of the US Airbnb gift card terms excludes reservations of 28 nights or longer. The US card is also only for US residents with a US payment method. Airbnb's own US terms page does not state the 28-night limit, so check before you buy (checked October 12, 2026). A hotel booked with StaySats has no gift card rule: the hotel's own rates decide how long you can stay. The three ways to pay a rental with crypto are compared on [Airbnb and crypto: 3 workarounds](https://staysats.com/does/airbnb-accept-crypto/). ## Search a long stay Search hotels: https://staysats.com/app/hotels/search Live prices in USD for the whole stay; taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them. Bookings are made on request: nothing is charged until the hotel confirmation number is issued, and a higher total needs your agreement. ## Can I pay for a month in Bali with USDT? Yes, online with StaySats, but not on the spot. Indonesian law lets people hold crypto as an asset but not use it to pay (Law 7/2011 on Currency). In May 2023, Bali announced sanctions against foreign tourists who pay in crypto. You pay us in USDT, and we pay the hotel in rupiah. Bali also charges foreign tourists a levy of IDR 150,000, paid once per visit through the provincial Love Bali system, apart from the hotel bill. BTC Map lists 15 places within 25 km of our Bali centre point, 5 of them verified in 2025 or later, and 3 hotels. A listing is not permission to pay in crypto there. More on [Bali hotels](https://staysats.com/hotels/bali/). ## What is different for a month in Chiang Mai? Paying merchants in crypto is restricted in Thailand. It is allowed only through the TouristDigiPay sandbox, announced on August 18, 2025, where tourists convert crypto to baht and merchants receive baht. Book online with USDT, and pay extras in baht or by card. Chiang Mai lists 35 places on BTC Map within 25 km and 9 hotels; among our 100 destinations, only San Salvador lists more hotels. Under Section 38 of the Immigration Act, hotel managers must notify immigration of a foreign guest within one day (the TM30 notice). Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) is about 3 km in a straight line from the city centre point we use. More on Chiang Mai hotels. ## What should I know for a month in Medellín? Medellín lists 135 places on BTC Map within 25 km, 130 of them verified in 2025 or later, but no hotel. We found no ban on paying in crypto on the spot in Colombia. With StaySats, you still pay us in crypto and we pay the hotel in pesos. Colombia exempts residents abroad from VAT on hotel services from hotels listed in the National Tourism Register (Estatuto Tributario, article 481, d). The hotel checks that you live abroad, usually with your passport. Whether a prepaid rate already reflects the exemption depends on the hotel. We confirm the final total with the hotel before you are charged. Colombia's digital nomad visa runs up to 2 years: see [digital nomads](https://staysats.com/digital-nomads/). More on Medellín hotels. ## How does Lisbon's tourist tax work on a long stay? Lisbon charges a tourist tax of €4 per night for each guest aged 13 and over, for 7 nights at most per stay. On a 30-night stay, it is due for the first 7 nights only: €28 per guest. When the hotel collects it at the desk, it is confirmed with your booking. Lisbon lists 53 places on BTC Map within 25 km, 34 of them verified in 2025 or later, and 3 hotels. Portugal's residence permit for remote workers is valid 2 years once granted, per the AIMA immigration agency. More on [Lisbon hotels](https://staysats.com/hotels/lisbon/). ## Can I book a long stay from Argentina or Nigeria? Yes. A long stay is booked the same way from Buenos Aires or Lagos as from anywhere else. You pay from your crypto balance, and we pay the hotel in local currency. Two guides add local facts, with sources. [Hotels abroad from Argentina](https://staysats.com/argentina-hotels-abroad-usdt/) covers Brazil's digital guest form. [Hotels abroad from Nigeria](https://staysats.com/lagos-hotels-abroad-usdt/) covers the London hotel register. Paying in crypto may be a taxable event in your country. Check local rules. ## What happens if I leave early or the hotel cancels? The rate rules decide what you get back when you change plans. If you leave early, what comes back depends on the hotel and the rate, and any amount the hotel refunds goes back to your balance. A non-refundable rate returns nothing. If the hotel can't host you, you get 100% of the stay back. You choose USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or balance credit. Every case is in the table below and on [refunds](https://staysats.com/refunds/). ### Cancellations and refunds | Situation | What you get | How | When | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Booking not confirmed (room no longer available, time limit passed, our error) | 100% | Released to your balance; withdrawable in USDT or USDC on request | Immediately | | Price increase declined | 100% | Released to your balance; withdrawable in USDT or USDC on request | Immediately | | The hotel can't host you (overbooking, closure) | 100% of the stay | Your choice: USDT or USDC, or balance credit | Within 7 days of your request | | You cancel a refundable rate | The amount refunded by the hotel, minus its penalty | Balance credit | As soon as the funds come back | | You cancel a non-refundable rate | Nothing, under the rate rules | — | — | | No-show | According to the rate rules (often nothing) | Balance credit | — | The cancellation rules of your rate are confirmed with the hotel when it confirms your booking, and printed on your voucher. Until then, treat the rate as non-refundable. ## Held, not charged 1. **Your balance is held at checkout** — The exact total shown is held on your balance. Nothing is charged yet. 2. **We book the room for you** — Bookings are made on request: we book the room with the hotel and confirm the final total. If it is higher than the amount held, you accept the new total or the amount is released. 3. **Charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued** — Your balance is charged when the hotel confirmation number is issued. If we can't confirm the booking in time, the full amount is released to your balance. If the total changes before the hotel confirms, you see the new total and choose: accept it, or have the amount released. Nothing extra is ever taken without your agreement. ## Frequently asked questions ### Can I pay a monthly hotel stay with USDT on TRC-20? Yes. Top up with USDT on Tron (TRC-20), credited after 20 confirmations, or on Ethereum (ERC-20), credited after 12. Send USDT only to the address shown for the network you chose: funds sent on another network may be lost. Once credited, the balance is in USD and covers the whole stay. ### Do I pay the whole month at once? The exact total of the stay is held on your balance at checkout, so your balance must cover it. It is charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued. If the hotel can't confirm, the full amount is released to your balance at once, and you can withdraw released amounts in USDT or USDC. ### Is there a long-stay discount? We publish no long-stay price or discount, because we have not measured one yet. The search shows the live price for your exact dates. We confirm the final total with the hotel before you are charged. Compare a 30-night total with two or three shorter stays at the same hotel before you choose. ### Can I extend my stay if I like the hotel? Yes, with a new booking for the extra nights. It is a separate booking at the live price, with its own rate rules, and the room may change. Book the extension before your first booking ends, so the hotel can keep you in place. Unused balance never expires, so you can top up in advance. ### Will the hotel ask for a deposit on a long stay? Often, yes. A prepaid booking covers the room and the taxes in the confirmed total. Many hotels still ask for a card or a cash deposit for extras at check-in. On a long stay, the amount can be higher. Ask the hotel how much, in which form and when it is returned. ### Do I have to register with immigration for a month in a hotel? Usually the hotel does it. In Thailand, hotel managers must notify immigration of a foreign guest within one day, the TM30 notice. In Japan, hotels copy the passport of foreign guests without a Japanese address. You only need to show your passport at check-in; other countries are on our hotel ID rules page. ### Can I book a month in Barcelona or Madrid? Not yet. Hotels in Spain are not available on StaySats until our registration with Spain's guest register, SES.HOSPEDAJES, is done. Royal Decree 933/2021 makes booking intermediaries report guest and payment details within 24 hours. Meanwhile, we can request hotels in Lisbon, Medellín, Chiang Mai and Bali. ## Sources 1. [Taxa municipal turística](https://informacoeseservicos.lisboa.pt/servicos/detalhe/taxa-municipal-turistica) — Câmara Municipal de Lisboa (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [Taxa turística em Lisboa aumenta para quatro euros por noite](https://www.forbespt.com/taxa-turistica-em-lisboa-aumenta-para-quatro-euros-por-noite) — Forbes Portugal (2024-07-19) 3. [Love Bali: foreign tourist levy](https://lovebali.baliprov.go.id/) — Bali Provincial Government (checked 2026-10-12) 4. [Bali to crack down on foreign tourists using crypto as payment](https://en.antaranews.com/news/283182/bali-to-crack-down-on-foreign-tourists-using-crypto-as-payment) — Antara (2023) 5. [Thailand rolls out pilot program for tourists to convert crypto into baht for spending](https://www.theblock.co/post/367207/thailand-crypto-baht-payment-pilot-foreign-tourists) — The Block (2025) 6. [TM30 form and permanent residence](https://www.mondaq.com/work-visas/862010/tm30-form-and-permanent-residence) — Mondaq (2019-11-14) 7. [Oficio DIAN 25140 de 2019 (IVA, servicios hoteleros a residentes en el exterior)](https://normograma.dian.gov.co/dian/compilacion/docs/oficio_dian_25140_2019.htm) — DIAN (Colombia) (checked 2026-10-12) 8. [Autorização de residência para atividade profissional prestada de forma remota](https://aima.gov.pt/pt/trabalhar/autorizacao-de-residencia-para-o-exercicio-de-atividade-profissional-prestada-de-forma-remota-com-visto-de-residencia-para-o-exe) — AIMA (Portugal) (checked 2026-10-12) 9. [BTC Map, places API (v4)](https://api.btcmap.org/v4/places) — BTC Map (checked 2026-10-12) 10. [U.S. Gift Card Terms and Conditions (updated July 29, 2025)](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2872) — Airbnb Help Center (checked 2026-10-12) 11. [Airbnb USA gift card (reseller copy of the terms)](https://www.bitrefill.com/us/en/gift-cards/airbnb-usa/) — Bitrefill (checked 2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Can I book a hotel with Monero or Lightning? > Can you book a hotel with Monero (XMR) or Lightning at StaySats? No: we accept 6 coins on 5 networks. What to use instead, and who takes Lightning. - URL: https://staysats.com/monero-and-lightning/ - Last updated: 2026-10-13 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) A clear no, what to use instead, and where Lightning is accepted by other crypto travel sites. **Quick answer — Can I book a hotel with Monero or Lightning on StaySats?** No. **StaySats** does not accept Monero (XMR) or Bitcoin over Lightning. You can book hotels with crypto in BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, on five on-chain networks, from a $25 top-up. If you hold bitcoin on Lightning, move it on-chain and pay with BTC after 2 confirmations. Each stay is held, not charged, until the hotel confirms. ## Monero and Lightning: key facts | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Monero (XMR) | Not accepted | | Bitcoin over Lightning | Not accepted; on-chain BTC is, after 2 confirmations | | Coins accepted | BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC | | Networks accepted | 5: Bitcoin, Tron (TRC-20), Ethereum (ERC-20 and ETH), Solana, Litecoin | | What the payment page shows | An on-chain address, never a Lightning invoice | | Crypto travel sellers in our registry that list Lightning | Travala, trip1 and IMPT (bookings) and Bitrefill (gift cards), as of October 2026 | | Sellers in our registry that list Monero | None, as of October 2026 | | New coins | Any addition will be dated in the changelog | ## Why can't I pay with Lightning? Because our payment page works with on-chain transfers only. For Bitcoin, it shows a Bitcoin address and the exact BTC amount, locked for 30 minutes. A Lightning payment needs an invoice, and we don't issue one, so a Lightning wallet has nothing to pay. What works instead: an on-chain Bitcoin transaction to the address shown. It is credited in US dollars after 2 confirmations. [Pay for a hotel with Bitcoin](https://staysats.com/pay/bitcoin/). ## Why can't I pay with Monero? Because Monero is not one of our coins. We accept BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, and only on the networks named on [pay with crypto](https://staysats.com/pay/). A coin or a network that is not listed cannot be credited, and funds sent there may be lost. If we ever add a coin, it will appear on the payment page and in the [changelog](https://staysats.com/changelog/) with its date. Until then, assume it is not accepted. ## What can I use instead? One of the six accepted coins, on its own network: - **You hold BTC on Lightning:** send it on-chain from your wallet or exchange, then pay with BTC on the Bitcoin network (2 confirmations). - **You prefer another on-chain coin:** Litecoin (6 confirmations) or Solana (1 confirmation). - **You want a stable amount:** USDT on Tron (TRC-20) or Ethereum (ERC-20), or USDC on Ethereum, keep a value close to the US dollar. If you hold XMR, you can convert it to an accepted coin on an exchange of your choice. Follow the rules of the country where you live. We do not recommend any exchange. ## Is booking with Bitcoin or USDT private enough? The checkout is private: no ID upload and no selfie. We ask for an email address only for the voucher, changes and cancellation. But Bitcoin, Litecoin, Ethereum, Tron and Solana are public blockchains: anyone can see a transfer and its addresses. And the hotel always receives the lead guest's name and checks ID at check-in, as local law requires. So whatever the coin, a hotel stay is never hidden from the hotel. What we keep, and what we never ask, is in the [privacy policy](https://staysats.com/privacy/). ## Which crypto travel sites accept Lightning or Monero? From the 21 sellers in our crypto travel seller registry, as of October 2026, per each seller's own pages: | Seller | What it sells | Lightning | Monero (XMR) | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | StaySats | Hotels | No | No | | Travala | Hotels, flights | Yes: BTC over Lightning among 129 payment options | Not listed | | Bitrefill | Gift cards, not bookings | Yes | Not listed | | trip1 | Hotels | Yes: BTC on-chain or over Lightning, per its help center | Not listed | | IMPT | Hotels, hotel gift cards | Yes: BTC via Lightning, per its hotel guides | Not listed | | Every other seller in the registry | Hotels, flights or gift cards | Not listed | Not listed | We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto. Our offer is included and marked. "Not listed" means the coin does not appear in the payment details we found, checked October 12 or 13, 2026 (date of each registry row). A gift card is not a booking: see [hotel gift cards or a crypto hotel booking site?](https://staysats.com/bitrefill-gift-cards-vs-hotel-booking/). ## Monero and Lightning: FAQ ### Will StaySats add Lightning later? We have announced no date. Today the payment page issues on-chain addresses only. If Lightning or any other method is added, it will appear on [pay with crypto](https://staysats.com/pay/) and be dated in the [changelog](https://staysats.com/changelog/). ### What happens if I pay a StaySats Bitcoin address from a Lightning wallet? It does not work over Lightning: a Lightning payment cannot reach an on-chain address. Some wallets can also send on-chain transactions; use that option, with the exact amount, on the Bitcoin network. If you are unsure, write to support@staysats.com before you send. ### Is Litecoin a good replacement for Lightning? It is an on-chain coin with its own network, accepted after 6 confirmations. Like Bitcoin, its fee depends on transaction size and demand, not on the amount. The hotel price is the same in every coin. [Pay with Litecoin](https://staysats.com/pay/litecoin/). ### Can I get a refund in Monero or over Lightning? No. Withdrawable amounts are paid in USDT on Tron (TRC-20) or Ethereum (ERC-20), or USDC on Ethereum (ERC-20), to an address you give. You can also keep them as balance credit. ### Which crypto travel site accepts Monero? None of the 21 sellers in our registry lists Monero among its coins, as of October 2026. Each seller's coins and networks are in the [crypto travel seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/), with the date of our check. ### Does paying in crypto mean the hotel won't know who I am? No. The hotel registers the lead guest by name and checks ID at check-in, as local law requires. Crypto changes how you pay us, not what the hotel needs from its guests. ## Sources (checked October 12, 2026 unless dated otherwise) 1. [trip1 help: Can you pay for hotels with crypto?](https://trip1.com/help/payments/crypto-payments/can-you-pay-for-hotels-with-crypto) — trip1 (2026-10-13) 2. [IMPT: crypto hotel booking](https://hotels.impt.io/web3-travel/crypto-hotel-booking/) — IMPT (2026-10-13) 3. [Travala terms and conditions](https://www.travala.com/terms-and-conditions) — Travala (2026-10-12) 4. [Travala payment options](https://www.travala.com/payment-options) — Travala (2026-10-12) 5. [Bitrefill: travel gift cards](https://www.bitrefill.com/us/en/gift-cards/travel/) — Bitrefill (2026-10-12) 6. [Address (glossary)](https://bitcoin.design/guide/glossary/address/) — Bitcoin Design Guide (2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Which crypto can you pay a hotel with? Every coin and network > Which crypto can you pay a hotel with? At StaySats: 6 coins on 5 networks, USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20, top-up from $25, held until the hotel confirms. - URL: https://staysats.com/pay/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Which coins and networks top up your StaySats balance, how many confirmations each needs, which asset pays the network fee, and what is not accepted. **Quick answer — Which crypto can you pay a hotel with?** At **StaySats**, a hotel booking site paid only in crypto, you can pay a hotel with six coins on five networks. They are BTC, USDT on Tron (TRC-20) or Ethereum (ERC-20), USDC on Ethereum (ERC-20), ETH, SOL and LTC. You top up from $25, credited in US dollars after the network confirmations. Hotel prices are the same in every coin. ## Accepted cryptocurrencies - Bitcoin (BTC) - Tether (USDT) — TRC-20 or ERC-20 - USD Coin (USDC) — ERC-20 - Ethereum (ETH) - Solana (SOL) - Litecoin (LTC) ## Paying for a hotel in crypto: key facts | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Coins | BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC | | Networks | 5: Bitcoin, Tron (TRC-20), Ethereum (ERC-20 tokens and ETH), Solana, Litecoin; 7 coin-and-network pairs | | Minimum top-up | $25, in any coin | | Confirmations | BTC 2 · USDT TRC-20 20 · ERC-20 tokens and ETH 12 · SOL 1 · LTC 6 | | Rate lock | The crypto amount and its rate are locked for 30 minutes on the payment page | | Balance currency | US dollars once the top-up is confirmed | | Surcharge per coin | None: the same hotel price in every coin | | Network fee | Paid by the sender, in the network's own asset | | Refunds and withdrawals | In USDT (TRC-20 or ERC-20) or USDC (ERC-20) | | Not accepted | Monero (XMR), Lightning, BNB Smart Chain, cards, bank transfers | ## How do the coins and networks compare? | Coin and network | Confirmations | Fee paid in | Deposit address format | Refunds paid in this coin | Page | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | USDT on Tron (TRC-20) | 20 | TRX, or staked energy and bandwidth | 34 characters, starts with T | Yes | [Pay with USDT](https://staysats.com/usdt-trc20-or-erc20-for-hotels/) | | USDT on Ethereum (ERC-20) | 12 | ETH (gas) | 42 characters, starts with 0x | Yes | [Pay with USDT](https://staysats.com/usdt-trc20-or-erc20-for-hotels/) | | USDC on Ethereum (ERC-20) | 12 | ETH (gas) | 42 characters, starts with 0x | Yes | [USDC ERC-20](https://staysats.com/pay/usdc-erc20/) | | BTC on Bitcoin (on-chain) | 2 | BTC | Starts with bc1, 1 or 3 | No | [Bitcoin](https://staysats.com/pay/bitcoin/) | | ETH on Ethereum | 12 | ETH (gas) | 42 characters, starts with 0x | No | [Ether](https://staysats.com/pay/ethereum/) | | SOL on Solana | 1 | SOL | 32 to 44 letters and digits | No | [Solana](https://staysats.com/pay/solana/) | | LTC on Litecoin | 6 | LTC | Starts with L, M or ltc1 | No | [Litecoin](https://staysats.com/pay/litecoin/) | Deposit addresses are shown on the payment page only, never on this site. We have not measured network fees yet, so we give no fee figures. ## Pay for a hotel with each coin One page per coin and network: confirmations, fee asset, address format, mistakes to avoid and which other crypto travel sites accept it. - [Bitcoin (BTC)](https://staysats.com/pay/bitcoin/) - [USDC (ERC-20)](https://staysats.com/pay/usdc-erc20/) - [Ether (ETH)](https://staysats.com/pay/ethereum/) - [Solana (SOL)](https://staysats.com/pay/solana/) - [Litecoin (LTC)](https://staysats.com/pay/litecoin/) ## Which coin should I choose for a hotel? The one you already hold, on a network you know how to use. The hotel price is the same in every coin, so the choice is about convenience and the network fee: - **USDT or USDC** keep a value close to the US dollar between the moment you buy them and the top-up. They are also the coins of our refunds. - **BTC, ETH, SOL or LTC** are locked at a rate for 30 minutes on the payment page, then credited in US dollars. After that, their price moves no longer affect your balance. - **USDT on Tron or on Ethereum?** Both work at the same price; the fee asset and the confirmations differ. [TRC-20 or ERC-20](https://staysats.com/usdt-trc20-or-erc20-for-hotels/). ## Which coins and networks are not accepted? Anything not in the table above. The common mistakes: - **USDT or USDC on another network**, such as BNB Smart Chain (BEP-20), Polygon, Arbitrum, Base, Solana or TON. - **Bitcoin over Lightning**, wrapped BTC, or Bitcoin Cash. - **Monero (XMR)**. [Why, and what to use instead](https://staysats.com/monero-and-lightning/). - **Tokens on Solana**, such as USDC on Solana: on Solana we accept SOL only. A transfer in a coin or on a network we don't accept does not top up your balance, and the funds may be lost. ## Can I pay from an exchange? Yes, with a normal withdrawal to the address on the payment page. On the withdrawal screen, choose the coin, then the network named on the payment page, then paste the address. Make sure the exact amount arrives: if the exchange takes its fee out of the amount, add the fee on top. Payment buttons inside an exchange that do not create a blockchain transfer cannot reach our address. Paying in crypto may be a taxable event in your country. Check local rules. ## How does a crypto top-up work, step by step? 1. **Top up $25 or more** — Choose the amount and the coin (BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC). The crypto amount and its rate are locked for 30 minutes. 2. **Send it to the address shown, on the exact network** — The payment page shows our deposit address for the coin and network you picked: BTC on Bitcoin, USDT on Tron (TRC-20) or Ethereum (ERC-20), USDC on Ethereum (ERC-20), ETH on Ethereum, SOL on Solana, LTC on Litecoin. Send only that coin on that network: funds sent on another network or in another coin can’t be recovered. The network fee comes on top of the amount. 3. **Send the exact amount shown, then click “I’ve sent the payment”** — Each top-up has its own exact amount (down to the last decimals): that is how your payment is found and matched to your account automatically. Nothing else to send us. 4. **Credited after the network confirmations** — Your balance is credited once the network has confirmed the transaction. Usual times: 5. **One balance for all your stays** — Your balance pays your bookings: the amount of a booking is held at checkout and charged only when the booking is confirmed. What is left stays on your balance for your next trip. Unused balance stays on your account and never expires. Amounts released when a booking can't be confirmed, or refunded when the hotel can't host you, can be withdrawn in USDT or USDC; the rest of the balance is not refundable. | Crypto | Network | Confirmations | Usual time | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Bitcoin (BTC) | Bitcoin | 2 | ≈ 20 min | | Tether (USDT) | Tron (TRC-20) | 20 | ≈ 1 min | | Tether (USDT) | Ethereum (ERC-20) | 12 | ≈ 5 min | | USD Coin (USDC) | Ethereum (ERC-20) | 12 | ≈ 5 min | | Ethereum (ETH) | Ethereum | 12 | ≈ 5 min | | Solana (SOL) | Solana | 1 | ≈ 1 min | | Litecoin (LTC) | Litecoin | 6 | ≈ 15 min | Closed the tab? The pending top-up stays under Billing in your account: open it to see the address and the exact amount again. ## Paying for a hotel with crypto: FAQ ### Can I combine two coins for one hotel booking? Yes, through your balance. Each top-up is separate, in one coin on one network, and all top-ups add up on your balance in US dollars. A booking is then paid from the balance as a whole. ### Can I pay with a card or a bank transfer? No. StaySats accepts crypto only: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC. There is no card payment, so there is no card surcharge, and there is no bank transfer. ### How many confirmations does each coin need? BTC 2, USDT on TRC-20 20, ERC-20 tokens and ETH 12, SOL 1 and LTC 6. Your balance is credited in US dollars once the network reaches that number. The usual time for each network is in the payment table on this page. ### Is there a fee for paying in crypto? No booking fee or card surcharge is added on top, and the hotel price is the same in every coin. You pay the network fee of your transfer to the network, in its own asset. That is TRX on Tron, ETH on Ethereum, and BTC, SOL or LTC on their own networks. We publish no fee figure until we have measured one. ### What if I close the payment page before sending? The pending top-up stays in your account, under Billing: open it to see the address and the exact amount again. The amount and its rate are locked for 30 minutes, so check the top-up in Billing before you send after a long pause. ### Which coins can my refund be paid in? USDT on Tron (TRC-20) or Ethereum (ERC-20), or USDC on Ethereum (ERC-20), whatever coin you topped up with. You can also keep a withdrawable amount as balance credit. [Refunds](https://staysats.com/refunds/). ### Do you accept BNB Smart Chain or Polygon? No. For USDT we accept Tron (TRC-20) and Ethereum (ERC-20) only, and for USDC, Ethereum only. BNB Smart Chain and Polygon use the same 0x address format as Ethereum, so check the network name before you confirm a withdrawal. ### Do I need an account or ID to pay? No ID upload and no selfie. Your account number is created at your first top-up, with no email needed; each booking needs an email address. The hotel checks your ID at check-in, as local law requires. ## Sources (checked October 12, 2026) 1. [Supported Protocols and Integration Guidelines](https://tether.to/en/supported-protocols/) — Tether (2026-10-12) 2. [Multichain USDC](https://www.circle.com/multi-chain-usdc) — Circle (2026-10-12) 3. [Encoding addresses and data](https://developers.tron.network/docs/encoding) — TRON Developer Hub (2026-10-12) 4. [Ethereum accounts](https://ethereum.org/en/developers/docs/accounts/) — ethereum.org (2026-10-12) 5. [Address (glossary)](https://bitcoin.design/guide/glossary/address/) — Bitcoin Design Guide (2026-10-12) 6. [Fees](https://solana.com/docs/core/fees) — Solana documentation (2026-10-12) 7. [Litecoin (address formats)](https://developers.bitgo.com/docs/litecoin) — BitGo developer docs (2026-10-12) **Top up, then book** Search live hotel prices for your dates. The total is held, not charged, until the hotel confirms. [Search hotels](https://staysats.com/hotels/) · [See pricing](https://staysats.com/pricing/) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Pay for a hotel with Bitcoin (BTC) > Pay for a hotel with Bitcoin (BTC) at StaySats, crypto only: top up from $25, credited after 2 confirmations, held, not charged, until the hotel confirms. - URL: https://staysats.com/pay/bitcoin/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Top up your StaySats balance with BTC on Bitcoin, then book hotels from it. **Quick answer — Can I pay for a hotel with Bitcoin (BTC)?** Yes, with an on-chain Bitcoin transaction: a Lightning payment cannot reach our address. The BTC amount and its rate are locked for 30 minutes on the payment page. **StaySats**, a hotel booking site paid only in crypto, credits it in US dollars after 2 confirmations. Each stay is then held, not charged, until the hotel confirms. ## Paying for a hotel with Bitcoin (BTC): key facts | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Coin and network | Bitcoin (BTC) on the Bitcoin network | | Network to choose | Bitcoin only (on exchanges: Bitcoin or BTC) | | Deposit address format | a Bitcoin address that starts with bc1, 1 or 3 | | Confirmations before credit | 2 | | Network fee | Paid in BTC by the sender | | Value until you book | BTC rate locked for 30 minutes, then US dollars after 2 confirmations | | Not accepted | Lightning payments; BTC tokens on other networks, such as BTC on BNB Smart Chain or wrapped BTC on Ethereum; Bitcoin Cash (BCH) and other forks | | Refunds in this coin | No: withdrawable amounts are sent in USDT or USDC | ## What should I know about Bitcoin before I pay a hotel? A Bitcoin top-up is an on-chain transaction on the Bitcoin network, never a Lightning payment. Bitcoin addresses come in four common formats: Taproot (bc1p), native SegWit (bc1q), script (3) and legacy (1). We credit a Bitcoin top-up after 2 confirmations, and the BTC is converted to US dollars at the rate locked when you started the top-up. ## How do I send BTC on Bitcoin for a top-up? Start a top-up in your account and pick Bitcoin (BTC). Then: 1. **Choose BTC on the Bitcoin network** — On an exchange, pick BTC and the Bitcoin network; in a wallet, make a normal on-chain send, not a Lightning payment. 2. **Paste the address and the exact BTC amount** — Copy both from the payment page. The amount has many decimals: keep all of them. 3. **Pick a fee rate and send within 30 minutes** — A higher fee rate in satoshis per virtual byte usually confirms sooner. The amount and rate shown are locked for 30 minutes. ## Which network must I use to send BTC? Use the Bitcoin network (an on-chain transaction), and nothing else. > **Check before you send BTC** No Lightning: the payment page shows an on-chain address, not a Lightning invoice. No wrapped BTC on Ethereum and no BTC token on BNB Smart Chain. No Bitcoin Cash (BCH) or other forks: they are different coins. Send the exact amount in one transaction, within the 30 minutes shown. > **Lightning is not accepted** The payment page shows a Bitcoin address, not a Lightning invoice, so a Lightning payment cannot reach it. Why we accept no Lightning or Monero. ## What does a BTC top-up cost? A Bitcoin fee depends on the size of the transaction in virtual bytes and on demand for block space, not on the amount you send. Wallets let you set a fee rate in satoshis per virtual byte. The hotel price is the same in every coin. We give no network fee figure until we have measured one. ## Does my BTC top-up keep its value until I book? The BTC price moves. The payment page locks the BTC amount and its rate for 30 minutes, and once 2 confirmations are reached your balance is in US dollars. Later moves of the BTC price do not change it. ## Which wallet or exchange can I send BTC from? If your wallet supports Replace-by-Fee (RBF), you can raise the fee of a transaction that waits too long. Keep the amount sent to us the same. On an exchange, pick the Bitcoin network. Do not pick Lightning, or a BTC token on another chain such as BNB Smart Chain. ## Which other crypto travel sites accept Bitcoin? As of October 2026, per each seller's own page. | Seller | What its page states | | --- | --- | | StaySats | Bitcoin (BTC) on the Bitcoin network, credited after 2 confirmations; hotels only | | Travala | Lists BTC on-chain and BTC over Lightning | | Travorio | Lists BTC among "100+" coins | | LockTrip | Lists BTC among about 20 coins | | Bitrefill (gift cards) | Takes BTC and Lightning for gift cards, not for hotel bookings | We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto. Our offer is included and marked. Who runs each site: [crypto travel seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/). ## Paying for a hotel with Bitcoin (BTC): FAQ ### Why only 2 confirmations for Bitcoin? It is our rule for crediting a Bitcoin top-up: after 2 blocks on top of your transaction, the amount is credited in US dollars. The usual time is on the [pay with crypto](https://staysats.com/pay/) page. A low fee rate can keep a transaction waiting longer before the first confirmation. ### If the BTC price falls after I top up, does my hotel budget fall? No. Once your Bitcoin top-up is confirmed, your balance is in US dollars, and the total of the stay is held and charged in US dollars. Price moves of BTC after the credit do not change your balance. ### Can I get a hotel refund back in BTC? No. Withdrawable amounts are paid in USDT (TRC-20 or ERC-20) or USDC (ERC-20) only, never in BTC. You can also keep them as balance credit for your next booking. ### What if my Bitcoin transaction is stuck with a low fee? Wait, or raise the fee if your wallet supports Replace-by-Fee (RBF), keeping the same amount and address. The top-up is credited after 2 confirmations, whenever they happen. If it stays unconfirmed for a long time, write to support@staysats.com with the transaction ID. ## Pay with another coin or network - [Bitcoin (BTC)](https://staysats.com/pay/bitcoin/) - [USDC (ERC-20)](https://staysats.com/pay/usdc-erc20/) - [Ether (ETH)](https://staysats.com/pay/ethereum/) - [Solana (SOL)](https://staysats.com/pay/solana/) - [Litecoin (LTC)](https://staysats.com/pay/litecoin/) ## Sources (checked October 12, 2026) 1. [Address (glossary)](https://bitcoin.design/guide/glossary/address/) — Bitcoin Design Guide (2026-10-12) 2. [Replace-by-fee (RBF)](https://bitcoinops.org/en/topics/replace-by-fee/) — Bitcoin Optech (2026-10-12) 3. [Travala terms and conditions](https://www.travala.com/terms-and-conditions) — Travala (2026-10-12) 4. [LockTrip: book hotels with crypto](https://locktrip.com/en/page/book-hotels-with-crypto) — LockTrip (2026-10-12) 5. [Bitrefill: travel gift cards](https://www.bitrefill.com/us/en/gift-cards/travel/) — Bitrefill (2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Pay for a hotel with Ether (ETH) > Pay for a hotel with Ether (ETH) at StaySats, crypto only: top up from $25, credited after 12 confirmations, held, not charged, until the hotel confirms. - URL: https://staysats.com/pay/ethereum/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Top up your StaySats balance with ETH on Ethereum, then book hotels from it. **Quick answer — Can I pay for a hotel with Ether (ETH)?** Yes, with ether sent on the Ethereum mainnet. ETH sent on Arbitrum, Base or another layer-2 network is not credited, and wrapped ETH is not accepted. **StaySats**, a hotel booking site paid only in crypto, credits it in US dollars after 12 confirmations. Each stay is then held, not charged, until the hotel confirms. ## Paying for a hotel with Ether (ETH): key facts | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Coin and network | Ether (ETH) on the Ethereum mainnet | | Network to choose | Ethereum only (on exchanges: Ethereum, ETH or ERC20) | | Deposit address format | an Ethereum address of 42 characters that starts with 0x | | Confirmations before credit | 12 | | Network fee | Paid in ETH by the sender | | Value until you book | ETH rate locked for 30 minutes, then US dollars after 12 confirmations | | Not accepted | ETH on layer-2 networks (Arbitrum, Optimism, Base, zkSync and others); ETH on BNB Smart Chain; wrapped ETH (WETH) | | Refunds in this coin | No: withdrawable amounts are sent in USDT or USDC | ## What should I know about ETH before I pay a hotel? Ether (ETH) is the native coin of Ethereum, so an ETH top-up is a plain transfer, not a token transfer. A standard ETH transfer needs 21,000 units of gas, paid in ETH from the same wallet. The same 0x address format is used on layer-2 networks such as Arbitrum and Base, which are not accepted. We credit an ETH top-up after 12 confirmations. ## How do I send ETH on Ethereum for a top-up? Start a top-up in your account and pick Ether (ETH). Then: 1. **Choose ETH on the Ethereum mainnet** — On an exchange, pick ETH and the Ethereum network; do not pick Arbitrum, Optimism, Base, zkSync or BNB Smart Chain. 2. **Paste the address and the exact ETH amount** — Copy both from the payment page. The amount and its rate are locked for 30 minutes. 3. **Keep ETH for gas, then send** — The gas comes from the same wallet as the amount. Your wallet shows the gas estimate before you confirm. ## Which network must I use to send ETH? Use the Ethereum mainnet, and nothing else. > **Check before you send ETH** Only ETH on the Ethereum mainnet: layer-2 networks share the 0x format, but ETH sent on them is not credited. No wrapped ETH (WETH): it is a token, not ether. Keep enough ETH for gas, or the transfer cannot leave your wallet. Send the exact amount in one transaction, within the 30 minutes shown. ## What does a ETH top-up cost? Every Ethereum transaction pays gas in ETH, on top of the amount you send. The gas price follows demand, so the same transfer can cost more or less from one hour to the next. The hotel price is the same in every coin. We give no network fee figure until we have measured one. ## Does my ETH top-up keep its value until I book? The ETH price moves. The payment page locks the ETH amount and its rate for 30 minutes. After 12 confirmations your balance is in US dollars and no longer follows the ETH price. ## Which wallet or exchange can I send ETH from? Keep a little more ETH than the amount shown: the gas is taken from the same wallet. On an exchange, pick the Ethereum network (sometimes called ERC20). Do not pick Arbitrum, Optimism, Base, zkSync or BNB Smart Chain: they use the same 0x address format. ## Which other crypto travel sites accept ETH? As of October 2026, per each seller's own page. | Seller | What its page states | | --- | --- | | StaySats | Ether (ETH) on the Ethereum mainnet, credited after 12 confirmations; hotels only | | Travala | Lists ETH among 129 payment options | | Travorio | Lists ETH among "100+" coins | | LockTrip | Lists ETH among about 20 coins | | Laters (flights only) | Lists ETH | We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto. Our offer is included and marked. Who runs each site: [crypto travel seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/). ## Paying for a hotel with Ether (ETH): FAQ ### Can I send ETH from Arbitrum or Base? No. Arbitrum, Base, Optimism and zkSync are separate networks that use the same 0x address format. ETH sent on them does not arrive on the Ethereum mainnet address shown on the payment page. Bridge or withdraw to the mainnet first, then send. ### How much ETH should I keep for gas? We give no figure, because gas changes with demand. Your wallet shows the gas estimate before you confirm. Keep a little more ETH than the amount on the payment page, so that the exact amount still arrives after the gas is paid. ### Is my ETH top-up converted? Yes. After 12 confirmations, the ETH you sent is credited to your balance in US dollars, at the rate locked on the payment page. Hotel prices and holds are in US dollars. ### Is ETH or USDT on ERC-20 cheaper to send? A plain ETH transfer needs 21,000 units of gas. A USDT or USDC transfer on Ethereum goes through a token contract and usually needs more gas. Both pay gas in ETH, at the same gas price. We publish no fee figure until we have measured one. ## Pay with another coin or network - [Bitcoin (BTC)](https://staysats.com/pay/bitcoin/) - [USDC (ERC-20)](https://staysats.com/pay/usdc-erc20/) - [Ether (ETH)](https://staysats.com/pay/ethereum/) - [Solana (SOL)](https://staysats.com/pay/solana/) - [Litecoin (LTC)](https://staysats.com/pay/litecoin/) ## Sources (checked October 12, 2026) 1. [Ethereum accounts](https://ethereum.org/en/developers/docs/accounts/) — ethereum.org (2026-10-12) 2. [Gas and fees](https://ethereum.org/en/developers/docs/gas/) — ethereum.org (2026-10-12) 3. [Travala payment options](https://www.travala.com/payment-options) — Travala (2026-10-12) 4. [Travorio: crypto payment](https://travorio.com/payment/crypto) — Travorio (2026-10-12) 5. [LockTrip: book hotels with crypto](https://locktrip.com/en/page/book-hotels-with-crypto) — LockTrip (2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Pay for a hotel with Litecoin (LTC) > Pay for a hotel with Litecoin (LTC) at StaySats, crypto only: top up from $25, credited after 6 confirmations, held, not charged, until the hotel confirms. - URL: https://staysats.com/pay/litecoin/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Top up your StaySats balance with LTC on Litecoin, then book hotels from it. **Quick answer — Can I pay for a hotel with Litecoin (LTC)?** Yes, with LTC sent on the Litecoin network, never as an LTC token on BNB Smart Chain. The LTC amount and its rate are locked for 30 minutes. **StaySats**, a hotel booking site paid only in crypto, credits it in US dollars after 6 confirmations. Each stay is then held, not charged, until the hotel confirms. ## Paying for a hotel with Litecoin (LTC): key facts | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Coin and network | Litecoin (LTC) on the Litecoin network | | Network to choose | Litecoin only (on exchanges: Litecoin or LTC) | | Deposit address format | a Litecoin address that starts with L, M or ltc1 | | Confirmations before credit | 6 | | Network fee | Paid in LTC by the sender | | Value until you book | LTC rate locked for 30 minutes, then US dollars after 6 confirmations | | Not accepted | LTC tokens on other networks, such as BNB Smart Chain (BEP-20); Bitcoin or any other coin sent to the Litecoin address | | Refunds in this coin | No: withdrawable amounts are sent in USDT or USDC | ## What should I know about LTC before I pay a hotel? Litecoin is a separate blockchain whose transactions and fees work like Bitcoin's. Litecoin addresses start with L (legacy), M or 3 (script) or ltc1 (native SegWit). The fee depends on the size of the transaction, not on the amount. We credit a Litecoin top-up after 6 confirmations, and the LTC is converted to US dollars at the rate locked on the payment page. ## How do I send LTC on Litecoin for a top-up? Start a top-up in your account and pick Litecoin (LTC). Then: 1. **Choose LTC on the Litecoin network** — On an exchange, pick LTC and the Litecoin network, not an LTC token on BNB Smart Chain. 2. **Paste the address and the exact LTC amount** — Copy both from the payment page, keeping every decimal of the amount. 3. **Send within the 30 minutes shown** — The amount and its rate are locked for 30 minutes. Send it in one transaction. ## Which network must I use to send LTC? Use the Litecoin network, and nothing else. > **Check before you send LTC** Only LTC on the Litecoin network: an LTC token on BNB Smart Chain does not arrive. Do not send Bitcoin to the Litecoin address, even if the formats look alike. Some older wallets show Litecoin script addresses starting with 3: copy the address from the payment page, never from memory. Send the exact amount in one transaction, within the 30 minutes shown. ## What does a LTC top-up cost? Litecoin fees work like Bitcoin fees. They depend on the size of the transaction and on demand on the network, not on the amount you send. The fee is paid in LTC. The hotel price is the same in every coin. We give no network fee figure until we have measured one. ## Does my LTC top-up keep its value until I book? The LTC price moves. The payment page locks the LTC amount and its rate for 30 minutes; after 6 confirmations your balance is in US dollars. ## Which wallet or exchange can I send LTC from? Send from a Litecoin wallet or from an exchange that offers withdrawals on the Litecoin network. On an exchange, pick the Litecoin network. Do not pick an LTC token on another chain, such as BNB Smart Chain (BEP-20). ## Which other crypto travel sites accept LTC? As of October 2026, per each seller's own page. | Seller | What its page states | | --- | --- | | StaySats | Litecoin (LTC) on the Litecoin network, credited after 6 confirmations; hotels only | | Travala | Lists LTC among 129 payment options | | Travorio | Lists LTC among "100+" coins | | LockTrip | Lists LTC among about 20 coins | | Destinia | Its structured data lists LTC among accepted currencies | We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto. Our offer is included and marked. Who runs each site: [crypto travel seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/). ## Paying for a hotel with Litecoin (LTC): FAQ ### Why does Litecoin need 6 confirmations? It is our crediting rule for Litecoin: six blocks on top of your transaction, then the amount is credited to your balance in US dollars. The usual time for each network is on the [pay with crypto](https://staysats.com/pay/) page. ### My wallet shows a Litecoin address starting with 3. Is it valid? Litecoin first used the same script-address prefix as Bitcoin (3) and later moved to M; both can point to the same address. For a top-up, always copy the address shown on the payment page and send LTC on the Litecoin network. ### Can I get a refund in LTC? No. Withdrawable amounts are paid in USDT (TRC-20 or ERC-20) or USDC (ERC-20). You can also keep them on your balance for another stay. ### Is Litecoin accepted by many crypto travel sites? Several list it. As of October 2026, per their own pages, Travala, Travorio and LockTrip list LTC among their coins, and Destinia lists it in its structured data. Networks and refund forms differ from site to site: compare them in the [crypto travel seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/). ## Pay with another coin or network - [Bitcoin (BTC)](https://staysats.com/pay/bitcoin/) - [USDC (ERC-20)](https://staysats.com/pay/usdc-erc20/) - [Ether (ETH)](https://staysats.com/pay/ethereum/) - [Solana (SOL)](https://staysats.com/pay/solana/) - [Litecoin (LTC)](https://staysats.com/pay/litecoin/) ## Sources (checked October 12, 2026) 1. [Litecoin (address formats)](https://developers.bitgo.com/docs/litecoin) — BitGo developer docs (2026-10-12) 2. [What does a Litecoin address look like?](https://stealthex.io/blog/what-does-a-litecoin-address-look-like-ltc-address-examples/) — StealthEX (third party) (2026-10-12) 3. [Travala payment options](https://www.travala.com/payment-options) — Travala (2026-10-12) 4. [Travorio: crypto payment](https://travorio.com/payment/crypto) — Travorio (2026-10-12) 5. [Destinia: bitcoin](https://destinia.com/criptomonedas/bitcoin) — Destinia (2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Pay for a hotel with Solana (SOL) > Pay for a hotel with Solana (SOL) at StaySats, crypto only: top up from $25, credited after 1 confirmation, held, not charged, until the hotel confirms. - URL: https://staysats.com/pay/solana/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Top up your StaySats balance with SOL on Solana, then book hotels from it. **Quick answer — Can I pay for a hotel with Solana (SOL)?** Yes, with the SOL coin on the Solana network. USDC or USDT on Solana is not accepted at that address, and the fee is paid in SOL. **StaySats**, a hotel booking site paid only in crypto, credits it in US dollars after 1 confirmation. Each stay is then held, not charged, until the hotel confirms. ## Paying for a hotel with Solana (SOL): key facts | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Coin and network | Solana (SOL) on the Solana network | | Network to choose | Solana only (on exchanges: Solana or SOL) | | Deposit address format | a Solana address of 32 to 44 letters and digits (base58) | | Confirmations before credit | 1 | | Network fee | Paid in SOL by the sender | | Value until you book | SOL rate locked for 30 minutes, then US dollars after 1 confirmation | | Not accepted | USDC, USDT or any other token on Solana (SPL tokens), including wrapped SOL; SOL bridged to other networks | | Refunds in this coin | No: withdrawable amounts are sent in USDT or USDC | ## What should I know about SOL before I pay a hotel? SOL is the native coin of Solana. A Solana address is a 32-byte public key, written as a string of 32 to 44 letters and digits. Each Solana transaction pays a base fee of 5,000 lamports per signature, plus an optional priority fee. We credit a SOL top-up after 1 confirmation, the lowest count among our networks. ## How do I send SOL on Solana for a top-up? Start a top-up in your account and pick Solana (SOL). Then: 1. **Choose SOL on the Solana network** — On an exchange, withdraw the SOL coin itself. USDC or USDT on Solana are not accepted. 2. **Paste the address and the exact SOL amount** — Copy both from the payment page; the amount and its rate are locked for 30 minutes. 3. **Keep a little SOL for the fee** — The fee is taken from the same wallet. Send the exact amount in one transaction. ## Which network must I use to send SOL? Use the Solana network, and nothing else. > **Check before you send SOL** SOL only: USDC or USDT on Solana sent to the Solana address does not top up your balance. No wrapped SOL and no SOL bridged to another network. Keep enough SOL for the fee, or the transfer fails. Send the exact amount in one transaction, within the 30 minutes shown. ## What does a SOL top-up cost? A Solana transaction pays a base fee of 5,000 lamports per signature, plus an optional priority fee, both in SOL. Wallets may add a priority fee when the network is busy. The hotel price is the same in every coin. We give no network fee figure until we have measured one. ## Does my SOL top-up keep its value until I book? The SOL price moves. The payment page locks the SOL amount and its rate for 30 minutes; after 1 confirmation your balance is in US dollars. ## Which wallet or exchange can I send SOL from? Keep a little more SOL than the amount shown: the fee is taken from the same wallet. On an exchange, withdraw the SOL coin on the Solana network. Do not withdraw USDC or USDT on Solana to this address: only SOL is accepted on Solana. ## Which other crypto travel sites accept SOL? As of October 2026, per each seller's own page. | Seller | What its page states | | --- | --- | | StaySats | Solana (SOL) on the Solana network, credited after 1 confirmation; hotels only | | Travala | Lists SOL, and USDT on Solana | | KryptoMate | Names Solana among its 20+ networks | | Travorio | Lists SOL among "100+" coins | | Bitrefill (gift cards) | Takes SOL for gift cards, not for hotel bookings | We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto. Our offer is included and marked. Who runs each site: [crypto travel seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/). ## Paying for a hotel with Solana (SOL): FAQ ### Can I pay with USDC on Solana? No. On Solana, we accept the SOL coin only. USDC is accepted on Ethereum (ERC-20) and USDT on Tron (TRC-20) or Ethereum (ERC-20). A token sent on Solana to the SOL address does not top up your balance. ### Why does a SOL top-up need only 1 confirmation? It is our crediting rule for Solana: one confirmation, then the amount is credited in US dollars. The usual time for each network is on the [pay with crypto](https://staysats.com/pay/) page. ### What does a Solana transfer cost? The Solana documentation sets the base fee at 5,000 lamports per signature, paid in SOL, with an optional priority fee on top. The hotel price is the same in every coin, so SOL costs you only that network fee. ### Can I send SOL from a wallet that holds only the exact amount? Not from a self-custody wallet: the network fee is paid in SOL from the same wallet, so keep a little more than the amount shown. From an exchange, the withdrawal fee is handled by the exchange, but the exact amount must still arrive. ## Pay with another coin or network - [Bitcoin (BTC)](https://staysats.com/pay/bitcoin/) - [USDC (ERC-20)](https://staysats.com/pay/usdc-erc20/) - [Ether (ETH)](https://staysats.com/pay/ethereum/) - [Solana (SOL)](https://staysats.com/pay/solana/) - [Litecoin (LTC)](https://staysats.com/pay/litecoin/) ## Sources (checked October 12, 2026) 1. [Fees](https://solana.com/docs/core/fees) — Solana documentation (2026-10-12) 2. [Accounts](https://solana.com/docs/core/accounts) — Solana documentation (2026-10-12) 3. [Travala terms and conditions](https://www.travala.com/terms-and-conditions) — Travala (2026-10-12) 4. [KryptoMate: flights](https://kryptomate.com/flights) — KryptoMate (2026-10-12) 5. [Bitrefill: travel gift cards](https://www.bitrefill.com/us/en/gift-cards/travel/) — Bitrefill (2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Pay for a hotel with USDC (ERC-20) > Pay for a hotel with USDC (ERC-20) at StaySats, crypto only: top up from $25, credited after 12 confirmations, held, not charged, until the hotel confirms. - URL: https://staysats.com/pay/usdc-erc20/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Top up your StaySats balance with USDC on Ethereum (ERC-20), then book hotels from it. **Quick answer — Can I pay for a hotel with USDC (ERC-20)?** Yes, with USDC sent on Ethereum (ERC-20) only. USDC sent on Solana, Base, Polygon or Arbitrum is not credited, and gas is paid in ETH. **StaySats**, a hotel booking site paid only in crypto, credits it in US dollars after 12 confirmations. Each stay is then held, not charged, until the hotel confirms. ## Paying for a hotel with USDC (ERC-20): key facts | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Coin and network | USD Coin (USDC) on Ethereum (ERC-20) | | Network to choose | Ethereum (ERC-20) only (on exchanges: Ethereum, ETH or ERC20) | | Deposit address format | an Ethereum address of 42 characters that starts with 0x | | Confirmations before credit | 12 | | Network fee | Paid in ETH by the sender | | Value until you book | Tracks the US dollar | | Not accepted | USDC on Solana, Base, Polygon, Arbitrum, Optimism, Avalanche or any network other than Ethereum; bridged versions such as USDC.e | | Refunds in this coin | Yes: withdrawable amounts can be sent in USDC on Ethereum (ERC-20) | ## What should I know about USDC on Ethereum before I pay a hotel? USDC is a dollar stablecoin issued by Circle. Circle listed 38 networks for USDC on October 12, 2026, from Algorand to zkSync; StaySats accepts one of them, Ethereum. Exchanges may offer USDC on several networks, so read the network field before you confirm. A USDC top-up is credited after 12 confirmations. ## How do I send USDC on Ethereum (ERC-20) for a top-up? Start a top-up in your account and pick USDC (ERC-20). Then: 1. **Choose USDC, then Ethereum (ERC20)** — Exchanges list USDC on many networks. Pick Ethereum, not Solana, Base, Polygon or Arbitrum. 2. **Paste the 0x address from the payment page** — Check that the network field still says Ethereum after you paste the address. 3. **Send the exact USDC amount** — One transfer, the exact amount to the last decimal. From your own wallet, keep ETH for the gas. ## Which network must I use to send USDC? Use the Ethereum network (ERC-20), and nothing else. > **Check before you send USDC** Only USDC on Ethereum: USDC sent on Solana, Base, Polygon or Arbitrum is not credited, and the funds may be lost. Bridged USDC (for example USDC.e) is not the same token and is not accepted. Check what will arrive after the exchange fee: it must equal the USDC amount on the payment page. Do not pay one top-up from several wallets or in several parts. ## What does a USDC top-up cost? USDC on Ethereum is an ERC-20 token: each transfer pays gas in ETH. Circle issues USDC on many networks, but here only the Ethereum version is accepted. The hotel price is the same in every coin. We give no network fee figure until we have measured one. ## Does my USDC top-up keep its value until I book? USDC is designed to track the US dollar, so your top-up and your balance stay close in value while you choose a hotel. ## Which wallet or exchange can I send USDC from? Gas for a USDC transfer is paid in ETH from the same address, so an address that holds only USDC cannot send it. Add a little ETH first. On an exchange, choose USDC and then the Ethereum (ERC20) network. Exchanges often list USDC on Solana, Base, Polygon or Arbitrum first: none of them is accepted here. ## Which other crypto travel sites accept USDC on Ethereum? As of October 2026, per each seller's own page. | Seller | What its page states | | --- | --- | | StaySats | USD Coin (USDC) on Ethereum (ERC-20), credited after 12 confirmations; hotels only | | Travala | Lists USDC on Ethereum and Algorand | | Entravel | Takes USDT and USDC (membership club) | | Trip.com | Takes USDT and USDC through a payment partner in some markets (press report) | | Laters (flights only) | Lists USDC; refunds can be paid in USDC | We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto. Our offer is included and marked. Who runs each site: [crypto travel seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/). ## Paying for a hotel with USDC (ERC-20): FAQ ### Circle issues USDC on many networks. Why only Ethereum? Our payment settings list one USDC network: Ethereum (ERC-20). Circle listed 38 networks for USDC on October 12, 2026. A USDC transfer on any other network is not credited to your balance and may be lost. ### Can I send USDC on Base or Arbitrum to the 0x address? No. Base, Arbitrum, Polygon and Optimism use the same 0x address format as Ethereum, but they are separate networks. USDC sent there is not credited to your balance, and the funds may be lost. On the withdrawal screen, the network field must say Ethereum or ERC20. ### Can I choose USDC for a hotel refund? Yes. When an amount is withdrawable, such as a booking the hotel can't honour, you can choose USDC on Ethereum and give a 0x address. The address may be screened against sanctions lists before we send. ### Is USDC or USDT better for booking a hotel? Both are credited at their US dollar value and the hotel price is the same. USDT also works on Tron (TRC-20), where the fee is paid in TRX; USDC works on Ethereum only, where the fee is paid in ETH. Pick the one you already hold. ### What is the difference between USDC and USDC.e? USDC.e is a bridged version of USDC on some networks, not the USDC that Circle issues on Ethereum. We accept only USDC on Ethereum (ERC-20). A bridged token sent to our address does not top up your balance. ## Pay with another coin or network - [Bitcoin (BTC)](https://staysats.com/pay/bitcoin/) - [USDC (ERC-20)](https://staysats.com/pay/usdc-erc20/) - [Ether (ETH)](https://staysats.com/pay/ethereum/) - [Solana (SOL)](https://staysats.com/pay/solana/) - [Litecoin (LTC)](https://staysats.com/pay/litecoin/) ## Sources (checked October 12, 2026) 1. [Multichain USDC](https://www.circle.com/multi-chain-usdc) — Circle (2026-10-12) 2. [Gas and fees](https://ethereum.org/en/developers/docs/gas/) — ethereum.org (2026-10-12) 3. [Travala payment options](https://www.travala.com/payment-options) — Travala (2026-10-12) 4. [KuCoin Pay Travel announcement (Entravel)](https://www.kucoin.com/blog/en-introducing-kucoin-pay-travel-a-global-crypto-travel-platform-delivering-luxury-hotel-savings-of-up-to-60-through-a-partnership-with-entravel) — KuCoin (2026-10-12) 5. [Trip.com tests stablecoin payments (SCMP)](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/trip-com-tests-stablecoin-payments-093000388.html) — Yahoo Finance (2025-12-29) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # StaySats press facts > Press facts on StaySats, hotels paid in crypto: operator TravelGoat LLC (Delaware), 5 CC BY 4.0 datasets with dated figures, logo files and contact. - URL: https://staysats.com/press/ - Last updated: 2026-10-13 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Company facts, dated figures from our five datasets, logo files and how to reach us. Each figure links to the page where you can check it. **Quick answer — What should a journalist know about StaySats?** **StaySats** is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto, operated by TravelGoat LLC, a Delaware limited liability company. It sells hotel bookings only, held, not charged, until the hotel confirms. It also publishes five open datasets under CC BY 4.0, including a registry of 21 crypto travel sellers checked October 13, 2026. ## Company facts | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Name | StaySats | | Website | staysats.com | | What it sells | Hotel bookings only, paid in crypto: no flights, no packages | | How it books | On request: the final total is confirmed with the hotel before the customer is charged | | Payment | BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC; top-up from $25 | | Operator | TravelGoat LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, United States | | Spokesperson | StaySats research desk, TravelGoat LLC | | Open data | 5 datasets, JSON and CSV, CC BY 4.0 | | Press contact | support@staysats.com, in English, with "Press" in the subject line | ## Which figures can I quote, and from which date? Three figures per dataset, each with the date of our check. Every row links to the page with the method and the sources. | Dataset | Figure | Checked | Page | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Acceptance index | 22 entries: 7 booking sites, 12 hotel groups and 3 single hotels | October 13, 2026 | [Acceptance index](https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/) | | Acceptance index | 2 hotel operators confirm crypto payment on their own pages: The Kessler Collection (BitPay) and Hotel Princess in Plochingen | October 13, 2026 | [Acceptance index](https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/) | | Acceptance index | None of the 7 booking sites confirms crypto on its own pages; Expedia took bitcoin from 2014 and stopped in 2018 | October 13, 2026 | [Acceptance index](https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/) | | Seller registry | 21 sellers of travel for crypto; 19 active, 1 closed (CheapAir), 1 not launched (CoinBooking) | October 13, 2026 | [Seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/) | | Seller registry | The company behind the site is named for 14 of the 21 sellers | October 13, 2026 | [Seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/) | | Seller registry | 16 of the 21 sell hotels; the others sell flights or gift cards | October 13, 2026 | [Seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/) | | Crypto-friendly destinations | 100 destinations covered | October 12, 2026 | [Destinations](https://staysats.com/crypto-friendly-destinations/) | | Crypto-friendly destinations | Paying in crypto on the spot is banned in 13 of them and restricted in 7 | October 12, 2026 | [Destinations](https://staysats.com/crypto-friendly-destinations/) | | Crypto-friendly destinations | BTC Map lists 29,734 active places worldwide, 927 of them hotels | October 12, 2026 | [Destinations](https://staysats.com/crypto-friendly-destinations/) | | Check-in without a credit card | 10 hotel groups: 9 read on their own help page or terms, Hyatt from a search extract | October 13, 2026 | [Check-in table](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/) | | Check-in without a credit card | Hilton: a hold is released within 72 hours of check-out, or later, depending on the card provider | October 12, 2026 | [Check-in table](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/) | | Check-in without a credit card | Marriott: the hold ends at check-out; banks then take 3 to 7 business days, foreign cards up to 30 | October 12, 2026 | [Check-in table](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/) | | Hotel taxes by city | 14 cities, each with its tax, amount or rate, how it is charged and its source | October 13, 2026 | [Hotel taxes by city](https://staysats.com/hotel-taxes-by-city/) | | Hotel taxes by city | Bali: a levy of IDR 150,000 per foreign tourist and per entry, paid to the province, not on the hotel bill | October 13, 2026 | [Hotel taxes by city](https://staysats.com/hotel-taxes-by-city/) | | Hotel taxes by city | Tokyo: ¥100 or ¥200 per person per night today; 3% from April 1, 2027, with stays under ¥13,000 exempt | October 13, 2026 | [Hotel taxes by city](https://staysats.com/hotel-taxes-by-city/) | We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto. In the registry, our own row is shown apart, with the same fields, and is not counted. Figures are recalculated from the data files before we quote them. ## How do I cite StaySats data? Use the citation line of the dataset, with the date of our check: - Source: StaySats, *Hotel & Booking-Site Crypto Acceptance Index* (checked October 13, 2026), CC BY 4.0, https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/. - Source: StaySats, *Crypto Travel Seller Registry* (checked October 13, 2026), CC BY 4.0, https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/. - Source: StaySats, *Crypto-Friendly Destinations* (checked October 12, 2026), CC BY 4.0, https://staysats.com/crypto-friendly-destinations/. - Source: StaySats, *Hotel Check-in Without a Credit Card* (checked October 13, 2026), CC BY 4.0, https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/. - Source: StaySats, *Hotel Taxes by City* (checked October 13, 2026), CC BY 4.0, https://staysats.com/hotel-taxes-by-city/. A link is appreciated; any rel attribute is fine. The JSON and CSV files are on [open data](https://staysats.com/data/). ## Where are the logo files? - **Logo, SVG:** [staysats.com/logo.svg](https://staysats.com/logo.svg) - **App icon, PNG, 180 × 180 pixels:** [staysats.com/apple-touch-icon.png](https://staysats.com/apple-touch-icon.png) - **Link preview image, PNG, 1200 × 630 pixels:** [staysats.com/og.png](https://staysats.com/og.png) Please keep the colours and the shape of the logo as they are. ## What does StaySats not publish? We publish no founding story, no team photos, no customer count, no rating, no testimonial and no revenue figure. We show no media logos and no press quotes about us. Some figures are not measured yet, such as a median time to hotel confirmation or hotel prices per city. They will be published only once measured, with their date, and each will get an entry in the [changelog](https://staysats.com/changelog/). ## How do I reach StaySats for a press question? Write to support@staysats.com, in English, with "Press" in the subject line. Give your outlet, your question and your deadline. Answers are given in writing and can be attributed to the StaySats research desk, TravelGoat LLC. We do not publish a response time. How we source and correct facts: [editorial policy](https://staysats.com/editorial-policy/). ## Press: FAQ ### Who is the spokesperson for StaySats? The StaySats research desk of TravelGoat LLC. No named spokesperson is listed yet, and we will not invent one. Written answers can be attributed to "StaySats research desk, TravelGoat LLC". ### Can I republish StaySats figures or tables? Yes. Our five datasets are under CC BY 4.0: you can copy, adapt and publish them, also for commercial use. Credit StaySats with the dataset name, the date of our check and the link. If you change the data, say so. ### Is StaySats independent from the companies in its data? No company pays to appear in our data or to change its row. But we are not neutral: we sell hotel bookings paid in crypto. Our own row is shown apart, with the same fields as every other seller, and is not counted. ### Where can I check a figure before I quote it? On the page of its dataset, linked in the table above, and in the JSON and CSV files on [open data](https://staysats.com/data/). Each row has the date of our check and a link to its source, usually the company's own page. ### Who operates StaySats? TravelGoat LLC, a Delaware limited liability company in the United States. It operates StaySats and is the company customers deal with when they top up and book. More: [about StaySats](https://staysats.com/about/). ## Sources (checked October 12, 2026) 1. [BTC Map](https://btcmap.org/) — BTC Map (2026-10-12) 2. [What Is an Incidental Hold?](https://help.marriott.com/s/article/what-is-incidental-hold) — Marriott Help (2026-10-12) 3. [Hilton Payment FAQs](https://www.hilton.com/en/hilton-honors/payment-security/) — Hilton (2026-10-12) 4. [Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) — Creative Commons (2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # How our hotel prices work: the total of the stay, paid in crypto > How StaySats prices hotels paid in crypto: live prices in USD for the whole stay, final total confirmed before you are charged, top-up from $25. - URL: https://staysats.com/pricing/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) One number matters: the total of your stay in US dollars, found live for your dates. We confirm the final total with the hotel before your crypto balance is charged. **Quick answer — How much does a hotel cost on StaySats?** **StaySats** shows each hotel price as the total of the stay in US dollars, found live for your dates. You pay in crypto from a balance topped up from $25. At checkout the total is held, not charged. We book on request and confirm the final total with the hotel before you are charged. ## Hotel pricing at a glance | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Hotel price | The total of the stay: the price found live for your dates, in US dollars, for the whole stay. Taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them; the final total is confirmed with the hotel before you are charged | | Extra fees | No booking fee or card surcharge on top | | Main price on every rate | The total of the stay, for all nights and rooms, in US dollars | | How we book | On request: we book the room with the hotel and confirm the final total before you are charged | | If the confirmed total is higher | You accept the new total, or the full amount is released to your balance | | Taxes paid at the hotel | City tax or tourism fee, confirmed with your booking | | Deposit for extras at the hotel | Still possible: paying ahead does not remove it | | Price in each coin | The same US dollar total, whichever coin you top up with | | Minimum top-up | $25 | | Coins | BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC (USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20, USDC on ERC-20) | | Network fee | Paid by the sender, on top of the top-up | | When the balance is charged | Only when the hotel confirmation number is issued | | Unused balance | Never expires | ## What is included in the price on a rate? The price on a rate is the total of the stay, for every night and every room, in US dollars. Taxes and fees are in it when the hotel publishes them. It also covers what the rate itself includes, such as breakfast when the rate says so. We book on request, so the final total is confirmed with the hotel before you are charged. Three things are not in that total: - **Local taxes paid at the hotel**, such as a city tax or a tourism fee. The law makes the hotel collect them on site. They are confirmed with your booking. - **Extras you choose at the hotel**, such as the minibar, parking or room service. - **A deposit for extras**, which many hotels take at check-in by card or in cash. Paying ahead with StaySats does not remove the hotel's incidental deposit at check-in. It is a hold by the hotel, not a price, and the hotel releases it under its own rules. See [check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/). ## What do I pay at the hotel, and why is the total shown first? At the hotel you pay only local taxes collected on site, if the city has one, and your own extras. Those local taxes are confirmed with your booking, together with the final total of the stay. The law asks for this order in the United States and in the European Union: - **United States:** the FTC Rule on Unfair or Deceptive Fees (16 CFR Part 464) has applied since May 12, 2025. It covers short-term lodging, including travel agents and booking platforms. The total price must be shown more prominently than any other price. Government charges may be left out of the total, but their nature, purpose and amount must be disclosed before you agree to pay. - **European Union:** under Article 7(4)(c) of the Unfair Commercial Practices Directive (2005/29/EC), the price inclusive of taxes is material information in an offer. That is why the total of the stay is the largest number on each rate. Before you are charged, we confirm the final total with the hotel. Any local tax paid at the hotel is confirmed with your booking. ## What if the confirmed total is higher than the price found? You decide. Bookings are made on request: after checkout, we book the room with the hotel and confirm the final total. If it is higher than the amount held, you see the new total and choose. You accept it, or the full amount is released to your balance. Nothing extra is ever taken from your balance without your agreement. If we cannot confirm the booking in time, the full amount is released too. The steps are on [how it works](https://staysats.com/how-it-works/). ## How does StaySats earn money? From the hotel bookings it sells. There is no booking fee or card surcharge on top of the price found live, and we accept no card. There is no fee for paying with one coin rather than another. The amount charged is the final total confirmed with the hotel. It is never more than the amount held, unless you accept a higher total. We have no token of our own and no paid membership. ## Does the coin I pay with change the hotel price? No. Hotel prices are in US dollars and are the same whether you top up with USDT, BTC, USDC, ETH, SOL or LTC. Your only extra cost is the network fee, which you pay as the sender. It is paid in the fee asset of the network, such as TRX on Tron or ETH on Ethereum. For BTC, ETH, SOL and LTC, the payment page locks the crypto amount and its rate for 30 minutes. Once the top-up is confirmed, your balance is in US dollars and no longer moves with the coin price. Each coin has its own page: [pay for a hotel with crypto](https://staysats.com/pay/). ## Can I get my top-up back if I don't book? Not as a rule. Unused balance never expires and can pay any later stay. Two kinds of amount can be withdrawn in USDT or USDC. The first is an amount released because a booking failed or you declined a price increase. The second is a refund because the hotel could not host you. The rest of the balance is not refundable, so top up what you plan to spend. The minimum top-up is $25. If a stay costs more than your balance, top up the difference before checkout. ## How do I top up my balance in crypto? 1. **Top up $25 or more** — Choose the amount and the coin (BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC). The crypto amount and its rate are locked for 30 minutes. 2. **Send it to the address shown, on the exact network** — The payment page shows our deposit address for the coin and network you picked: BTC on Bitcoin, USDT on Tron (TRC-20) or Ethereum (ERC-20), USDC on Ethereum (ERC-20), ETH on Ethereum, SOL on Solana, LTC on Litecoin. Send only that coin on that network: funds sent on another network or in another coin can’t be recovered. The network fee comes on top of the amount. 3. **Send the exact amount shown, then click “I’ve sent the payment”** — Each top-up has its own exact amount (down to the last decimals): that is how your payment is found and matched to your account automatically. Nothing else to send us. 4. **Credited after the network confirmations** — Your balance is credited once the network has confirmed the transaction. Usual times: 5. **One balance for all your stays** — Your balance pays your bookings: the amount of a booking is held at checkout and charged only when the booking is confirmed. What is left stays on your balance for your next trip. Unused balance stays on your account and never expires. Amounts released when a booking can't be confirmed, or refunded when the hotel can't host you, can be withdrawn in USDT or USDC; the rest of the balance is not refundable. | Crypto | Network | Confirmations | Usual time | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Bitcoin (BTC) | Bitcoin | 2 | ≈ 20 min | | Tether (USDT) | Tron (TRC-20) | 20 | ≈ 1 min | | Tether (USDT) | Ethereum (ERC-20) | 12 | ≈ 5 min | | USD Coin (USDC) | Ethereum (ERC-20) | 12 | ≈ 5 min | | Ethereum (ETH) | Ethereum | 12 | ≈ 5 min | | Solana (SOL) | Solana | 1 | ≈ 1 min | | Litecoin (LTC) | Litecoin | 6 | ≈ 15 min | Closed the tab? The pending top-up stays under Billing in your account: open it to see the address and the exact amount again. ## What do I get back if a booking is cancelled? | Situation | What you get | How | When | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Booking not confirmed (room no longer available, time limit passed, our error) | 100% | Released to your balance; withdrawable in USDT or USDC on request | Immediately | | Price increase declined | 100% | Released to your balance; withdrawable in USDT or USDC on request | Immediately | | The hotel can't host you (overbooking, closure) | 100% of the stay | Your choice: USDT or USDC, or balance credit | Within 7 days of your request | | You cancel a refundable rate | The amount refunded by the hotel, minus its penalty | Balance credit | As soon as the funds come back | | You cancel a non-refundable rate | Nothing, under the rate rules | — | — | | No-show | According to the rate rules (often nothing) | Balance credit | — | The cancellation rules of your rate are confirmed with the hotel when it confirms your booking, and printed on your voucher. Until then, treat the rate as non-refundable. ## Hotel prices: FAQ ### Is the price on StaySats the final total? Not until the hotel confirms it. The price is found live for your dates, and taxes and fees are in it when the hotel publishes them. Because bookings are made on request, we confirm the final total with the hotel before you are charged. If it is higher, you accept it or the amount is released. A local tax collected on site is confirmed with your booking. ### Is there a booking fee or a service fee? No booking fee or card surcharge is added on top of the price. The amount charged is the final total confirmed with the hotel before you are charged. There is no fee per coin; the network fee of your top-up is paid by you, to the network. ### Why is the price in US dollars and not in crypto? Because your balance is kept in US dollars once a top-up is confirmed. A dollar price stays the same whichever coin you used, so a BTC move after your top-up does not change what a stay costs you. We pay the hotel in local currency. ### Will the hotel ask me for more money at check-in? Only for a local tax collected on site, confirmed with your booking, and for your extras. Many hotels also take a deposit by card or in cash for extras; it is released under the hotel's rules. The rules vary by chain: see [check-in without a credit card](https://staysats.com/check-in-without-credit-card/). ### Is StaySats cheaper than Booking.com or Expedia? We do not claim it. Our price is the price found live for your dates. We have not yet run a dated price comparison with other sites, so we publish no claim either way. When we measure one, it will be dated and listed in the [changelog](https://staysats.com/changelog/). ### What does a crypto top-up cost me? Only the network fee, paid by you as the sender, in the fee asset of the network you use. The hotel price is the same in every coin. We have not measured network fees yet, so we give no figure: your wallet or exchange shows the fee before you confirm. The minimum top-up is $25. ### Can the total go up after checkout? Only with your agreement. At checkout the total is held, not charged. We then book the room with the hotel and confirm the final total. If it is higher, you choose to accept the new total or have the full amount released. Nothing extra is ever taken from your balance without your agreement. ### Do you publish prices for a city or a hotel? Not yet. Prices on StaySats are found live for your dates when you search. We will publish dated price statistics per city only once we have measured them. Until then, check the live price for your dates on the [hotels page](https://staysats.com/hotels/). ## Sources (checked October 12, 2026) 1. [16 CFR 464.1: Definitions (total price, short-term lodging)](https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/16/464.1) — Legal Information Institute, Cornell Law School (2026-10-12) 2. [16 CFR 464.2: Hidden fees prohibited](https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/16/464.2) — Legal Information Institute, Cornell Law School (2026-10-12) 3. [Trade Regulation Rule on Unfair or Deceptive Fees (Federal Register, January 10, 2025)](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2025-01-10/html/2024-30293.htm) — Federal Register (2026-10-12) 4. [Rule on Unfair or Deceptive Fees: Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.ftc.gov/business-guidance/resources/rule-unfair-or-deceptive-fees-frequently-asked-questions) — Federal Trade Commission (2026-10-12) 5. [Directive 2005/29/EC (Unfair Commercial Practices Directive), Article 7: misleading omissions](https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/dir/2005/29/oj) — EUR-Lex (2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Privacy Policy > StaySats privacy policy for hotel bookings paid in crypto: an account number, the lead guest's name and an email address. No ID upload, no selfie, no card data. - URL: https://staysats.com/privacy/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) What we process when you top up in crypto and book a hotel, who receives it, and how long we keep it. **Quick answer — What data does StaySats process?** **StaySats** processes the minimum needed to book a hotel paid in crypto. That is an account number created at your first top-up, your top-ups and bookings, and the lead guest's name. An email address is required for each booking. We ask for no ID upload, no selfie and no card, and we do not sell personal data. ## What we process, and why | Data | Why we need it | Who receives it | | --- | --- | --- | | Account number | Your login: it opens your balance and bookings | Nobody outside StaySats, except service providers acting for us | | Email address (required for each booking) | The voucher, changes and cancellation of your bookings; never published or sold | Service providers acting for us (email delivery); the hotel, if it needs it to reach the guest | | Top-up records: coin, network, amount, transaction ID | To credit your balance and answer payment questions | Nobody outside StaySats, except service providers acting for us; the transfer itself is public on the blockchain | | Booking details: hotel, dates, rooms, number of guests, special requests | To make and manage the booking | The hotel and our booking partners | | Lead guest's name | The hotel registers the stay in this name | The hotel and our booking partners; checked against sanctions lists | | Hotel confirmation number and our booking reference | To prove and find the booking | You and the hotel | | Withdrawal address (only if you ask for a withdrawal) | To send USDT or USDC that you are owed | May be screened against sanctions lists | ## What does StaySats never ask for? We never ask you to upload an ID document, a passport scan or a selfie, at checkout or later. We accept no card, so we hold no card number. We never ask for your account number, a passport scan or a selfie by email or chat. If someone asks in our name, it is not us. The hotel checks your ID at check-in, as local law requires. That check happens at the hotel, not with us. ## Who receives the data of a booking? The hotel and our booking partners receive what they need to make and register the booking. That is the lead guest's name, the dates, the rooms, the number of guests and your special requests. Where local law requires a guest register, the hotel may pass guest data to the authorities. We do not sell personal data and do not share it for advertising. We may disclose data when the law obliges us to, for example to comply with sanctions rules. ## Do you screen names and addresses? Yes. US sanctions law forbids us to deal with listed persons, and we also check the EU and UK lists. The lead guest's name is checked against the public sanctions lists of the United States, the European Union and the United Kingdom before booking. A withdrawal address may be checked against sanctions lists before we send funds. These checks need no document from you. ## What do crypto payments reveal? A blockchain is public. Anyone can see a transfer, its amount and the addresses involved, and can sometimes link an address to an exchange account. So the checkout is private on our side, but the payment itself is not hidden. We link each top-up to your account by its exact amount and its transaction. We keep that record so that your balance can be checked. ## What do you do with my IP address and my searches? We keep no access logs: our web server does not record visits. Only critical errors are logged, without page content. We store no IP address. Your IP address is used only in memory, to limit the number of requests, and is then forgotten. We keep no individual search. Your searches are used to show you live prices. The server keeps only aggregated counters with no personal data, such as the number of searches per city and the cache rate. These counters hold no IP address, no account number and no dates of stay. ## How long do you keep data? Travel data is deleted 30 days after the end of the stay. The booking history, without any identity document, is kept for 2 years. We never receive a passport or an ID copy for a hotel booking. We keep no copy of an ID document, because we never receive one. You can ask us to delete your account and the data that we are not required to keep. ## On what legal basis, and who processes data for us? We process booking data to perform our contract with you: to credit your top-ups, make your bookings and pay what we owe you. We screen names and withdrawal addresses to comply with sanctions law. We use IP addresses to limit requests and prevent abuse, which is our legitimate interest. Service providers process some data for us, on our instructions. Examples are hosting and email delivery. TravelGoat LLC is a United States company, and hotels are in many countries. So your data may be processed outside your country, including in the United States. If you live in the European Economic Area or the United Kingdom, you may also complain to your data protection authority. ## What can I ask for? You can ask what data we hold about you and ask us to correct it. You can also ask us to delete what the law allows us to delete. Write to support@staysats.com from the contact you gave us, with your booking reference. Never send your account number. Depending on where you live, the law may give you more rights. This policy does not reduce them. ## Who is responsible, and can this policy change? TravelGoat LLC (United States), which operates StaySats, is responsible for this policy. We may update it; the date at the top changes, and the change is listed in the [changelog](https://staysats.com/changelog/). --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Hotel cancellations and refunds when you paid in crypto > Crypto hotel booking refund at StaySats: if the hotel can't host you, 100% back in USDT or USDC within 7 days, or credit. Not confirmed: released at once. - URL: https://staysats.com/refunds/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Who cancels decides what you get back. When the booking fails or the hotel lets you down, the money is yours to withdraw in stablecoins. When you cancel, the rate rules apply. **Quick answer — How does a crypto hotel booking refund work?** A crypto hotel booking refund at **StaySats** depends on who cancels. If the hotel can't host you, you get 100% of the stay back. You choose USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or balance credit. A booking that is not confirmed is released: it was only held, not charged. If you cancel, the rate rules apply. ## Refund rules at a glance | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Booking not confirmed | 100% released to your balance at once; withdrawable in USDT or USDC on request | | Higher confirmed total declined | 100% released to your balance at once; withdrawable | | The hotel can't host you | 100% of the stay; your choice of USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or balance credit | | You cancel a refundable rate | The hotel's refund minus its penalty, as balance credit | | Non-refundable rate or no-show | Under the rate rules, often nothing | | Withdrawal coins | USDT on Tron (TRC-20) or Ethereum (ERC-20), USDC on Ethereum (ERC-20) | | Withdrawal address | An address you give; it may be screened against sanctions lists | | How to ask | From the booking in your account, or support@staysats.com with your booking reference | | Never send | Your account number, by email or in chat | ## Cancellations and refunds: the full table | Situation | What you get | How | When | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Booking not confirmed (room no longer available, time limit passed, our error) | 100% | Released to your balance; withdrawable in USDT or USDC on request | Immediately | | Price increase declined | 100% | Released to your balance; withdrawable in USDT or USDC on request | Immediately | | The hotel can't host you (overbooking, closure) | 100% of the stay | Your choice: USDT or USDC, or balance credit | Within 7 days of your request | | You cancel a refundable rate | The amount refunded by the hotel, minus its penalty | Balance credit | As soon as the funds come back | | You cancel a non-refundable rate | Nothing, under the rate rules | — | — | | No-show | According to the rate rules (often nothing) | Balance credit | — | The cancellation rules of your rate are confirmed with the hotel when it confirms your booking, and printed on your voucher. Until then, treat the rate as non-refundable. ## What if we cannot confirm my booking? You lose nothing. Bookings are made on request, and the total is only held until the hotel confirms. If we cannot confirm in time, the full amount goes back to your available balance at once, with no request to make. This covers a room that is no longer available, a hotel that did not confirm, and an error on our side. That released amount is yours to use or to withdraw: book another hotel with it, or ask for a withdrawal in USDT or USDC. ## What if the confirmed total is higher than the amount held? You can say no. When we book the room, the hotel confirms the final total. If it is higher than the amount held, you see the new total and choose to accept it or decline it. If you decline, or do not answer, the full amount is released to your balance at once. It can be withdrawn in USDT or USDC. ## What if the hotel can't host me after it confirmed? You get 100% of the stay back, and you choose the form. This covers an overbooked hotel, a closure, or any cancellation by the hotel that you did not ask for. - **USDT or USDC:** sent within 7 days of your request, to an address you give. USDT goes on Tron (TRC-20) or Ethereum (ERC-20), and USDC on Ethereum (ERC-20). - **Balance credit:** only if you choose it, ready for your next booking at once. Credit is never imposed on you in this case. ## What if travel to my destination is disrupted? It depends on whether the hotel can still host you. If the hotel closes or can't host you, for example during a conflict or an evacuation, you get 100% of the stay back. You choose USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request, or balance credit. If the hotel stays open but you cannot or do not want to travel, the rate rules apply, as for any cancellation you choose. We sell no flights, so a cancelled flight is a matter between you and the airline. Before you book a destination with a travel disruption note, read the official travel advice. Examples are the US State Department and the UK Foreign Office. Then prefer a refundable rate. ## What if I cancel a refundable rate? The rate's own rules apply. Before the cancellation deadline confirmed with your booking, the hotel's penalty is often zero. After it, the hotel may keep part or all of the stay. The amount the hotel refunds, minus its penalty, goes back to your StaySats balance as credit, as soon as the funds come back to us. That credit pays your next stays and never expires. Because you chose to cancel, it is not withdrawable in crypto. ## What about non-refundable rates and no-shows? A non-refundable rate refunds nothing if you cancel: that is the condition of its lower price. The cancellation rules are confirmed with the hotel when it confirms your booking. Until then, treat the rate as non-refundable. If you do not arrive, the hotel applies its no-show rule, which often keeps the whole stay. If you will arrive late, tell the hotel. The phone number and your hotel confirmation number are on your booking. ## How do I ask for a cancellation or a refund? From the booking in your account: open it and ask for the cancellation there, before the deadline shown. You can also write to support@staysats.com with your booking reference. - Give the **booking reference**, never your account number. - For a withdrawal, choose USDT or USDC, the network, and paste an address you control on that network. - Check the address twice: a withdrawal sent to a wrong address cannot be reversed. The address you give may be screened against sanctions lists before we send. ## Can I reverse a crypto payment like a card chargeback? No. A blockchain transfer cannot be pulled back by the sender or by a bank, so there is no chargeback on a crypto top-up. That is why the refund rules above are written down in full: they are the way money comes back to you. ## How do other crypto travel sites refund a crypto payment? The form of the refund matters more than the speed. Credit that works on one site only is not the same as stablecoins in your wallet. As of October 2026, per each seller's own help or payment page: | Seller | Sells | A cancelled crypto payment comes back as | Delay stated | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | StaySats | Hotels | USDT or USDC when the hotel can't host you or the booking fails; balance credit when you cancel | At once when not confirmed; within 7 days of your request when the hotel can't host you | | Travala | Hotels, flights | Travel Credits, usable only on Travala, not convertible and not transferable (Binance Pay: USDT; Crypto.com Pay: the same crypto) | 7 business days after the supplier's refund | | Travorio | Hotels, flights | "In the original crypto or Travorio credit" | Not found | | Laters | Flights | CRO, BTC, ETH, USDC or TUSD minus network fees; not USDT | Not found | | Alternative Airlines | Flights | USDT minus any applicable fees (USDT page); elsewhere "may follow the payment provider's process" | Not found | | Cryptorefills | Hotels, flights | Fiat money when the airline cancels (flights page); not found for hotels | Not found | | Bitrefill | Gift cards | The rules of each gift card brand | — | We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto. Our offer is included and marked. Facts from each seller's pages, checked October 12, 2026; "Not found" means the page we read gives no delay. Company details of each seller: [crypto travel seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/). Refunds and fees side by side: [compare crypto hotel booking sites](https://staysats.com/best-crypto-hotel-booking-sites/). ## Refunds: FAQ ### Do you refund in crypto or only in credit? Both, depending on who cancels. When a booking fails, a price increase is declined, or the hotel can't host you, the money can be withdrawn in USDT or USDC. When you cancel a refundable rate yourself, the hotel's refund comes back as balance credit for your next stay. ### How long does a refund take when the hotel cancels? A withdrawal in USDT or USDC is sent within 7 days of your request. If you choose balance credit instead, it is on your balance at once. A booking that was never confirmed is released immediately, without any request. ### Can I get my refund in Bitcoin? No. Withdrawals are paid in USDT on Tron (TRC-20) or Ethereum (ERC-20), or USDC on Ethereum (ERC-20). This is also true if you topped up with BTC, ETH, SOL or LTC. Your balance is in US dollars, so the dollar amount is what comes back. ### Can I cancel without a penalty? On refundable rates, often yes, until the cancellation deadline confirmed with your booking. Until the hotel confirms, treat the rate as non-refundable. After that deadline, the hotel's penalty applies. Non-refundable rates refund nothing. The refund of a cancellation you choose comes back as balance credit. ### Why is a cancellation I choose refunded as credit only? It is our company rule. Credit from your own cancellation never expires and pays any later stay. Money that comes back because the booking failed or the hotel let you down is different: it is always withdrawable in USDT or USDC. ### Can I withdraw my unused top-up? No. Unused balance never expires, but only some amounts can be withdrawn in USDT or USDC. These are amounts released because a booking can't be confirmed or you declined a price increase, and amounts refunded because the hotel can't host you. Top up what you plan to spend; the minimum top-up is $25. ### Do crypto travel sites refund in crypto? Not always. As of October 12, 2026, per its help page, Travala refunds a crypto payment as Travel Credits, usable only on Travala. Its exceptions are Binance Pay, refunded in USDT, and Crypto.com Pay, refunded in the same crypto. At StaySats, money from a failed booking or from a hotel that can't host you is withdrawable in USDT or USDC. The table above gives each seller's rule. More options: [sites like Travala](https://staysats.com/travala-alternative/). ### Why can my withdrawal address be screened? Because we may not send funds to addresses linked to sanctioned persons. Before a withdrawal, the address you give may be checked against public sanctions lists. The check is routine and needs nothing from you beyond the address. ## Sources (checked October 12, 2026) 1. [Travala help: refunds of crypto payments](https://help.travala.com/hc/en-us/articles/20907422717209) — Travala (2026-10-12) 2. [Travorio: crypto payment](https://travorio.com/payment/crypto) — Travorio (2026-10-12) 3. [Laters: pay with USDT](https://laters.com/payment/usdt) — Laters (2026-10-12) 4. [Alternative Airlines: buy flights with USDT](https://www.alternativeairlines.com/buy-flights-with-usdt) — Alternative Airlines (2026-10-12) 5. [Cryptorefills: flights](https://www.cryptorefills.com/en/flights) — Cryptorefills (2026-10-12) 6. [Cryptorefills: stays](https://www.cryptorefills.com/en/stays) — Cryptorefills (2026-10-12) 7. [Bitrefill: travel gift cards](https://www.bitrefill.com/us/en/gift-cards/travel/) — Bitrefill (2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Terms of Service > StaySats terms in 18 sections: hotel bookings paid in crypto, top-up from $25, held then charged on confirmation, refunds, sanctions. Not a package. - URL: https://staysats.com/terms/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) The rules for topping up a StaySats balance in crypto and booking hotels with it, in plain English. **Quick answer — What do the StaySats Terms of Service say, in short?** **StaySats** sells hotel bookings paid in crypto from a balance topped up from $25. At checkout the total of the stay is held; it is charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued. Bookings are made on request, and the confirmed rate rules apply to cancellations. Each booking is a single travel service, not a package. ## The Terms at a glance | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Provider | StaySats, operated by TravelGoat LLC (Delaware, United States) | | Our role | Booking agent acting on your behalf; the stay is governed by the hotel's policies | | Service | Hotel bookings only: no flights, no packages | | Account | An account number created at your first top-up; no email needed to top up; an email address required for each booking | | Payment | Crypto only (BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC), minimum top-up $25 | | Balance | In US dollars; never expires; not refundable except released or hotel-refunded amounts | | Booking | Made on request: the final total is confirmed with the hotel before you are charged | | Contract | Formed when the hotel confirmation number is issued | | Refunds | As in the [refunds policy](https://staysats.com/refunds/) | | Data | As in the [privacy policy](https://staysats.com/privacy/) | | Contact | support@staysats.com | ## 1. Who are we, and what do these Terms cover? These Terms are a contract between you and TravelGoat LLC, a limited liability company registered in Delaware, United States, which operates StaySats. "We" and "us" mean TravelGoat LLC. "You" means the holder of a StaySats account. The Terms cover the website staysats.com, its client area, the balance, and the hotel bookings made there. By topping up or booking, you accept them. The [refunds policy](https://staysats.com/refunds/) and the [privacy policy](https://staysats.com/privacy/) form part of these Terms. You must be legally able to enter a contract where you live. ## 2. What is our role? We are a booking agent acting on your behalf. We find live prices for your dates and book the room you choose, on request, in the lead guest's name. You pay StaySats in crypto; the hotel is paid in local currency. We are not a hotel and not a tour operator. Your stay is governed by the hotel's own policies and by the rate rules confirmed with your booking. The hotel is responsible for the room and the services it provides. ## 3. Is a booking a package? No. This is a single travel service, not a package. EU package travel protection does not apply. StaySats sells hotel bookings only. We sell no flights and do not combine a hotel with any other travel service. ## 4. How do the account and the balance work? Your account number is created at your first top-up. It is your login: keep it private, because anyone who has it can use your balance and see your bookings. No email is needed to top up. Each booking needs an email address, used for the voucher, changes and cancellation, and never published or sold. You are responsible for what is done with your account number. - **Top-up:** in crypto only, minimum $25, credited in US dollars after the network confirmations required for the coin. - **Nature of the balance:** a prepaid balance for bookings on StaySats. It is not a bank account, earns no interest and cannot be transferred to another person. - **Expiry:** unused balance never expires. - **Refunds of the balance:** some amounts can be withdrawn in USDT or USDC. These are amounts released because a booking can't be confirmed or you declined a price increase, and amounts refunded because the hotel can't host you. The rest of the balance is not refundable. We never ask for your account number, a passport scan or a selfie by email or chat. ## 5. How do top-ups work? You choose an amount and a coin. The payment page shows the address, the network and the exact amount, locked for 30 minutes. You must send that exact amount, in that coin, on that network. The network fee is yours to pay, on top of the amount. A transfer on another network, in another coin or of a different amount may not be credited. Funds sent on a wrong network may be lost. Blockchain transfers cannot be reversed: there is no chargeback. Accepted coins and networks are listed on [pay with crypto](https://staysats.com/pay/). ## 6. What do prices include? Prices are shown in US dollars as the total of the stay. That total is the price found live for your dates, in US dollars, for the whole stay. Taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them; the final total is confirmed with the hotel before you are charged. Some local taxes must be collected by the hotel on site, such as a city tax or a tourism fee. They are confirmed with your booking and are paid at the hotel. Extras you use at the hotel are not included. There is no booking fee or card surcharge on top of that total. The amount charged is the final total confirmed with the hotel, as set out in sections 7 and 8. ## 7. When is a booking made, and when is my balance charged? Bookings are made on request. At checkout, the exact total of the stay is held on your balance; it is not charged. We then book the room for you with the hotel and confirm the final total. The contract for the booking is formed when the hotel confirmation number is issued, and your balance is charged at that moment. If we cannot confirm the booking in time, the booking is not made and the full amount is released to your balance at once. ## 8. What if the confirmed total is higher than the amount held? If the hotel confirms a total higher than the amount held, we show you the new total. You accept it, or the full amount is released to your balance. We never charge more than the amount held without your express agreement, and we never change the hotel or the room without asking you. ## 9. What guest data must I give? The lead guest's name, exactly as on the ID that guest will show at check-in, and an email address. The email address is used for the voucher, changes and cancellation, and never published or sold. Travel data is deleted 30 days after the end of the stay. The booking history, without any identity document, is kept for 2 years. You confirm that the data is correct and that the guest agrees to the booking. We pass the booking data to the hotel and to our booking partners, who need it to make the booking. The hotel may pass it to the authorities where local law requires a guest register. We do not check your identity. How we handle data is in the [privacy policy](https://staysats.com/privacy/). ## 10. What happens at check-in? The hotel checks the guest's ID at check-in, as local law requires, and may ask for a card or a cash deposit for extras. Paying ahead with StaySats does not remove the hotel's incidental deposit at check-in. Hotel rules on deposits, check-in times, children and pets apply. Passports, visas, health documents and entry rules are the traveller's responsibility. A hotel may refuse a guest who cannot show valid ID. ## 11. What if I change or cancel my booking? Cancellations follow the rules of the rate you booked, confirmed with your booking and printed on your voucher. Until the hotel confirms, treat the rate as non-refundable. On a refundable rate, the amount the hotel refunds, minus its penalty, is credited to your balance. This happens as soon as the funds come back to us. A non-refundable rate and a no-show refund nothing, unless the hotel decides otherwise. Ask for a cancellation from the booking in your account, or write to support@staysats.com with your booking reference. A credit from a cancellation you chose is balance credit, not a withdrawal. ## 12. What if the hotel cancels or can't host me? If the hotel can't host you, for example because of overbooking or a closure, you get 100% of the stay back. You choose the form: USDT or USDC, sent within 7 days of your request, or balance credit. Credit is never imposed in this case. The rights that the law gives you as a consumer are not reduced by these Terms. ## 13. How are withdrawals paid? Withdrawable amounts are paid in USDT on Tron (TRC-20) or Ethereum (ERC-20), or USDC on Ethereum (ERC-20), to an address you give. You are responsible for the address: a transfer to a wrong address cannot be reversed. Before we send, the address may be screened against sanctions lists. The amount owed is stated in US dollars. ## 14. Where can't we sell, and what about sanctions? We sell no hotel in Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Russia, Belarus, Syria, Crimea, Sevastopol or the Russian-occupied areas of Ukraine. Hotels in Spain are not available until our registration with SES.HOSPEDAJES is done. The lead guest's name is checked against sanctions lists before booking. If a name matches a list, we do not make the booking and we review the case; the outcome follows the law that applies. The current list is on [where we can't sell hotels](https://staysats.com/where-we-cant-sell-hotels/). ## 15. What uses are not allowed? You may not use StaySats to: - resell bookings, or book for commercial resale; - make speculative or fictitious bookings, or book only to obtain a visa document and then cancel; - book for a person who has not agreed to it; - move funds that are not yours or that come from a crime; - get around sanctions or the rules of this page. We may refuse or cancel a booking, or close an account, when we have good reason to believe these rules are broken. Funds are then handled as the law requires. ## 16. What are we responsible for? We are responsible for the booking service. That means showing the price found live, making the booking on request, and confirming the final total and rate rules with the hotel. It also means holding and charging your balance as described, and paying refunds under the [refunds policy](https://staysats.com/refunds/). The hotel is responsible for the stay itself, under its own policies and the law that applies to it. Paying in crypto may be a taxable event in your country. Check local rules. Nothing in these Terms limits a liability that the law does not allow us to limit. ## 17. How do I complain or contact you? Write to support@staysats.com, in English, with your booking reference. For a problem during the stay, speak to the hotel first, using the hotel confirmation number. Then tell us, and we will help you with the hotel and our booking partners. ## 18. What about your consumer rights, and can these Terms change? These Terms do not take away the protection that the mandatory law of your country of residence gives you as a consumer. We may update these Terms. The date at the top changes, and the change is listed in the [changelog](https://staysats.com/changelog/). A booking stays under the Terms in force on the day you made it. --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Travala alternatives (2026): crypto hotel sites compared on refunds, networks and fees > Travala alternatives (2026): 7 crypto hotel sites, plus ours, compared on refunds of crypto payments, USDT networks and fees, checked October 12, 2026. - URL: https://staysats.com/travala-alternative/ - Last updated: 2026-10-13 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Travala reported over $113 million of gross revenue in 2025, and it refunds crypto payments as Travel Credits. Here is how seven other crypto hotel sites, and our own service, compare. We add a fair section on when Travala is the better choice. **Quick answer — What are the main Travala alternatives for booking hotels with crypto?** The main Travala alternatives for hotels in 2026 are Travorio, KryptoMate, Cryptorefills, LockTrip and Trip.com, which takes stablecoins in some markets. **StaySats**, which publishes this page, is one too. Travala refunds crypto payments as Travel Credits that cannot be cashed out. At StaySats, your payment is held, not charged, until the hotel confirms. Facts checked on October 12, 2026 (LockTrip: October 13). ## Travala facts that matter when you compare (October 12, 2026) | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Company | Travala Pte. Ltd., registered in Singapore (its terms) | | What it sells | Hotels, flights, activities and car rentals: "3,000,000+ travel products" | | Payment options | 129, including 100+ cryptocurrencies, BTC Lightning, cards, Binance Pay and Crypto.com Pay | | Crypto payment refunded as | Travel Credits, within 7 business days after the supplier refunds; not cashable, not transferable | | Exceptions | Binance Pay → USDT; Crypto.com Pay → the same crypto; card → card | | Flight refund fees | $15 per booking to void; $25 per person to process a refund (terms, clause 9.5) | | Hotel cancellation fees | Its terms allow Travala's own administrative fees on top of the hotel's (clauses 9.1 and 9.4); no amount published | | USDT networks listed | TRC-20 (in the page's code), BNB Smart Chain, Polygon, Solana, Arbitrum, TON and KAIA; its USDT page names ERC-20 | > **Disclosure** We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto, so we compete with Travala. Our offer is included and marked. Travala facts come from its terms, payment page and help center, read on October 12, 2026. Other sellers' facts come from their own pages or marked press reports. This page is written by the StaySats research desk, TravelGoat LLC. Named reviewers will be listed here when appointed. ## Why do people look for a Travala alternative? As of October 2026, four points on Travala's own pages matter when you compare. - **Crypto refunds become Travel Credits.** Its help center says a crypto payment is refunded as Travel Credits. They "cannot be redeemed for cash, cryptocurrency, or any other form of consideration" and are not transferable. - **The USDT network is not always clear.** Its payment options page lists USDT on BNB Smart Chain, Polygon, Solana, Arbitrum, TON and KAIA. It also shows a plain "USDT" entry that the page's code labels TRC-20. Its USDT page names only ERC-20. - **Compliance clauses.** Its terms let Travala apply "Compliance Requirements" at any time. It may freeze or hold assets until they are met (clauses 4.4 to 4.6 and 8.4). - **Rewards tied to a token.** Its higher giveback tiers require holding its AVA token. None of this is unusual for a large seller. It simply matters if you want your crypto back after a cancellation. ## Travala vs its alternatives: refunds, networks and fees The facts are as of October 2026. Each cell comes from the seller's own pages, or from press reports where marked, read on October 12, 2026 (LockTrip: October 13). Our row is last and marked. | Site | Refund of a crypto payment | USDT network named | Published fees | Company | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Travala | Travel Credits (Binance Pay: USDT) | Several networks listed, TRC-20 in the page's code; USDT page says ERC-20 | Flights: $15 void, $25 per person refund; card surcharge possible | Travala Pte. Ltd., Singapore | | Travorio | Original crypto or credit (payment page); crypto not guaranteed (terms) | No | No extra crypto fee stated; service fees not refundable | Travorio LLC, country not stated | | KryptoMate | Separate policy, not readable when checked | Yes: Tron among 20+ networks | Taxes and fees included (flights page) | Cryptomate Limited, country not stated | | Cryptorefills | Hotels: not found. Flights cancelled by the airline: fiat money | Networks named, Tron included (flights page) | Not stated; changes payable in fiat money | Big Dream Ventures B.V., Netherlands | | LockTrip | USDC (terms, read October 13, 2026); original method (FAQ) | No | Processor fee on top (terms); refunds: up to 2% (FAQ) | LockTrip LLC (Locktrip Ltd. in its terms), Bulgaria | | Trip.com | Not found | Tron, Ethereum and others (press) | Not published | Trip.com Group | | Crypto.com Travel | Case by case, to the original method | No (Crypto.com Pay balance) | Not published; charged in USD | Crypto.com; entity not named | | Entravel | Not found | No | Members' rates; discounts claimed | Not found | | StaySats (ours) | Hotel can't host you: USDT or USDC within 7 days, or balance credit. You cancel: balance credit | Yes: Tron (TRC-20) or Ethereum (ERC-20) | No booking fee or card surcharge on top | TravelGoat LLC, United States | *Checked on October 12, 2026.* "Not found" means not on the pages we read, not "no". Bitrefill sells gift cards rather than bookings: see [hotel gift cards or a booking site?](https://staysats.com/bitrefill-gift-cards-vs-hotel-booking/). ## Which Travala alternative should you choose? Choose on the fact that made you leave Travala. - **[Travorio](https://staysats.com/alternatives/travorio/):** for flights and hotels with cards or pay-later services too. Its terms say crypto refunds are not guaranteed. - **[KryptoMate](https://staysats.com/alternatives/kryptomate/):** for 200+ coins on 20+ named networks, plus eSIMs and gift cards. - **Cryptorefills:** for hotels and flights from a company that names itself, Big Dream Ventures B.V. in the Netherlands. - **[LockTrip](https://staysats.com/alternatives/locktrip/):** for comparing room offers, and for developers who want a public hotel API. - **Trip.com:** for stablecoins at a mainstream booking site, if the option appears in your market. - **[Crypto.com Travel](https://staysats.com/alternatives/crypto-com-travel/):** for US Level Up subscribers who want CRO rewards. - **[Entravel](https://staysats.com/alternatives/entravel/):** for KuCoin users and Bybit Card holders who book luxury hotels. - **StaySats** (ours): for a refund in USDT or USDC when the hotel can't host you, and a balance charged only when the hotel confirms. Hotels only. The full side-by-side table, on six facts: [crypto hotel booking sites compared](https://staysats.com/best-crypto-hotel-booking-sites/). ## When is Travala the better choice? Travala is the better choice in several cases, and we say so plainly. - **You need more than a hotel.** Travala sells flights, activities and car rentals. StaySats sells hotels only. - **You pay with Lightning, a card or Binance Pay.** Travala takes 129 payment options. A Binance Pay payment is refunded in USDT, so the Travel Credit rule does not apply to it. - **You collect rewards.** Its AVA Smart program pays givebacks of up to 10% on the Diamond tier, per its help center. - **You prefer a large seller.** Travala reported over $113 million of gross revenue in 2025. It said 78% of its 2024 bookings were paid in crypto (company figures, reported by the press). - **You book through an AI assistant.** Travala runs a booking connector (MCP) for AI agents. If none of these matter and you want stablecoins back when the hotel cancels, compare [StaySats pricing](https://staysats.com/pricing/). ## Travala vs Booking.com: what changes when you pay in crypto? Booking.com takes no crypto at its own checkout. Its partner FAQ lists cards, cash and wallets such as PayPal and Apple Pay, but no cryptocurrency (checked October 12, 2026). Travala takes 100+ cryptocurrencies. The two are linked by history. In November 2019, Travala announced a partnership to sell Booking.com listings for crypto, per Hospitality Net. We did not find whether it is still active. If you book through Travala and pay in plain crypto, a refund comes back as Travel Credits, not crypto. More: [Does Booking.com accept crypto?](https://staysats.com/does/booking-com-accept-crypto/) ## Travala vs Trip.com: paying a hotel in USDT Both can take USDT for a hotel, in different ways. - **Trip.com** offers USDT and USDC for prepaid bookings in some markets, shown by your IP address, per the South China Morning Post (December 29, 2025). Mainland China is excluded. Its own payment-methods page, updated June 25, 2026, does not list stablecoins. We found no stablecoin refund rule. - **Travala** lists USDT on several networks, for anyone outside the places its terms block. A refund of plain crypto comes back as Travel Credits; a Binance Pay payment comes back in USDT. If the stablecoin option does not appear on Trip.com in your country, a crypto booking site is the other route. More: [Does Trip.com accept crypto?](https://staysats.com/does/trip-com-accept-crypto/) ## How do you switch from Travala to another site? Four steps, so you lose nothing on the way. 1. **Spend your Travel Credits first** — Travel Credits cannot be cashed out or moved to another site. Use them on a Travala booking before you leave. 2. **Check the new site's refund rule** — Find out if a cancelled booking comes back as crypto, a stablecoin, fiat or credit, and how fast. 3. **Pick the coin and the network** — At StaySats, USDT goes on Tron (TRC-20) or Ethereum (ERC-20). Send only on the network shown on the payment page. 4. **Top up and book** — Top up from $25. The total of the stay is held, then charged only when the hotel confirmation number is issued. ## Travala alternatives: FAQ ### Which Travala alternative suits a hotel stay? It depends on why you leave. For many coins and networks, KryptoMate. For a public hotel API, LockTrip. For flights too, Travorio, KryptoMate or Cryptorefills. For a refund in stablecoins when the hotel cancels, StaySats pays USDT or USDC within 7 days. We publish this page and sell hotels, so our own row is marked. ### Can I get my Travala refund in crypto instead of Travel Credits? Only if you paid with Binance Pay or Crypto.com Pay. Per Travala's help center, read on October 12, 2026, Binance Pay payments are refunded in USDT and Crypto.com Pay payments in the same crypto. Other crypto payments come back as Travel Credits, which cannot be redeemed for cash or crypto. ### Is there a Travala alternative that refunds in USDT? Yes. When the hotel can't host you, StaySats refunds 100% of the stay in USDT or USDC within 7 days of your request. You can choose balance credit instead. If you cancel a refundable rate yourself, the hotel's refund, minus its penalty, goes back to your balance as credit. ### Is Travala cheaper than its alternatives? We do not know yet. Our only check, on October 12, 2026, could not be compared: one price included taxes and the other did not say. When we publish a measured comparison, it will carry its date, its method and each site's total with taxes. StaySats shows the price found live for your dates, in US dollars, for the whole stay. Taxes and fees are included when the hotel publishes them; the final total is confirmed with the hotel before you are charged. ### Does Travala accept USDT on TRC-20? Yes, per the code of its payment options page: a plain "USDT" entry is labelled "USDT (Trc20)" there. The same page shows USDT on BNB Smart Chain, Polygon, Solana, Arbitrum, TON and KAIA. Its USDT page names only ERC-20, so check the network on the Travala checkout before you send. StaySats accepts USDT on Tron (TRC-20) or Ethereum (ERC-20). ### Do Travala alternatives sell flights too? Some do. Travorio, KryptoMate, Cryptorefills and Crypto.com Travel sell flights as well as hotels. Crypto.com Travel also sells cruises and car rentals. StaySats, LockTrip and Entravel sell hotels only. Each StaySats booking is a single hotel booking, not a package. ### Is StaySats affiliated with Travala? No. StaySats is operated by TravelGoat LLC, United States, and has no link with Travala Pte. Ltd. We compete with Travala for hotel bookings paid in crypto. That is why every Travala fact on this page has a dated source. It is also why we include a section on when Travala is the better choice. ### Is Travala legit? Travala is a real, registered company. Travala Pte. Ltd. is registered in Singapore, with a published address and a named custody partner for crypto, BitGo Singapore. Read the company sheet, its refund rules and its fees on [Is Travala legit?](https://staysats.com/is-travala-legit/), checked on October 12, 2026. ## Sources (checked October 12, 2026 unless dated otherwise) 1. [Terms and conditions](https://www.travala.com/terms-and-conditions) — Travala (checked 2026-10-12) 2. [Payment options](https://www.travala.com/payment-options) — Travala (checked 2026-10-12) 3. [Pay with USDT (ERC-20)](https://www.travala.com/payment/usdt) — Travala (checked 2026-10-12) 4. [What are my hotel booking refund options?](https://help.travala.com/hc/en-us/articles/28327201309849) — Travala help center (2026-09-06) 5. [How long should I wait for my refund payout?](https://help.travala.com/hc/en-us/articles/29840398218393) — Travala help center (2026-10-08) 6. [Is it possible to get my travel credits back in cash?](https://help.travala.com/hc/en-us/articles/20907422717209) — Travala help center (2026-08-12) 7. [AVA Smart givebacks](https://help.travala.com/hc/en-us/articles/38856749903129) — Travala help center (2026-10-12) 8. [Agentic travel (MCP)](https://www.travala.com/agentic) — Travala (2026-10-12) 9. [Can Crypto Rent You a Car? $113M Travel Firm Adds 1,700 Rental Brands to Web3](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/crypto-rent-car-113m-travel-123215141.html) — CCN via Yahoo Finance (2026-02-26) 10. [Trivago integrates with Travala, enabling hotel bookings in over 100 cryptocurrencies](https://www.theblock.co/post/338722/trivago-travala-integration-crypto-payments) — The Block (2025-02-04) 11. [Hotel Booking MCP API (OpenAPI file)](https://locktrip.com/mcp/openapi.json) — LockTrip (checked 2026-10-12) 12. [General terms of use](https://locktrip.com/terms) — LockTrip (checked 2026-10-13) 13. [Support FAQ](https://locktrip.com/support) — LockTrip (checked 2026-10-13) 14. [Compare and book hotels with crypto](https://www.cryptorefills.com/en/stays) — Cryptorefills (checked 2026-10-12) 15. [Flights](https://www.cryptorefills.com/en/flights) — Cryptorefills (checked 2026-10-12) 16. [Terms and Conditions](https://travorio.com/terms) — Travorio (checked 2026-10-12) 17. [llms.txt](https://kryptomate.com/llms.txt) — KryptoMate (checked 2026-10-12) 18. [Trip.com tests stablecoin payments overseas, offering USDT and USDC for prepaid bookings](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/trip-com-tests-stablecoin-payments-093000388.html) — South China Morning Post via Yahoo Finance (2025-12-29) 19. [Crypto.com Travel (help center)](https://help.crypto.com/en/articles/14836843-crypto-com-travel) — Crypto.com (checked 2026-10-12) 20. [Payments by Booking.com (FAQ: Which payment methods can I offer?)](https://partner.booking.com/en-gb/solutions/payments-by-bookingcom) — Booking.com for Partners (checked 2026-10-12) 21. [Travala.com & Booking.com Strategic Partnership Targets Massive Crypto Adoption](https://www.hospitalitynet.org/news/4096047.html) — Hospitality Net (2019-11-29) 22. [Trip.com Payment Methods: PayPal, Pay Later & All Options](https://www.trip.com/ask/questions/trip.com-payment-methods.html) — Trip.com (updated 2026-06-25, checked 2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Pay for a hotel with USDT: TRC-20 or ERC-20? > Pay for a hotel with USDT on StaySats, crypto only: TRC-20 or ERC-20, 20 vs 12 confirmations, fee in TRX vs ETH, and the mistakes that lose funds. - URL: https://staysats.com/usdt-trc20-or-erc20-for-hotels/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) Both networks pay for the same hotel at the same dollar price. What differs is the fee asset, the address format, the confirmations and the mistakes to avoid. **Quick answer — How do I pay for a hotel with USDT?** To pay for a hotel with USDT, top up a **StaySats** balance from $25, then book from it. StaySats, a hotel booking site paid only in crypto, accepts USDT on Tron (TRC-20) or Ethereum (ERC-20) at the same dollar price. TRC-20 is credited after 20 confirmations, ERC-20 after 12. Each stay is then held, not charged, until the hotel confirms. ## USDT on TRC-20 and ERC-20: key facts | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Networks accepted for USDT | 2: Tron (TRC-20) and Ethereum (ERC-20) | | USDT networks listed by Tether | 13 supported protocols (checked October 12, 2026) | | Confirmations before credit | TRC-20: 20 · ERC-20: 12 | | Network fee paid in | TRC-20: TRX (or staked energy and bandwidth) · ERC-20: ETH (gas) | | Address format | TRC-20: 34 characters starting with T · ERC-20: 42 characters starting with 0x | | Hotel price | The same US dollar total on both networks | | Withdrawals of refunds | Possible on both networks, and in USDC on Ethereum | | Fee figures | Not published: we have not measured network fees yet | ## How do TRC-20 and ERC-20 compare for a hotel top-up? | | USDT on Tron (TRC-20) | USDT on Ethereum (ERC-20) | | --- | --- | --- | | Confirmations before StaySats credits you | 20 | 12 | | Fee asset | TRX, or staked or rented energy and bandwidth | ETH (gas) | | What the fee depends on | Energy used by the token contract and bandwidth for the transaction size | Gas used by the token transfer and the gas price at that moment | | Address format | 34 characters, starts with T | 42 characters, starts with 0x | | Usual name on exchanges | Tron, TRX or TRC20 | Ethereum, ETH or ERC20 | | Look-alike networks to avoid | BNB Smart Chain, Solana, TON (other formats, other networks) | BNB Smart Chain, Polygon, Arbitrum, Optimism, Base (same 0x format) | | Refund withdrawals to this network | Yes | Yes | | Page | Pay with USDT on TRC-20 | Pay with USDT on ERC-20 | Network fees change with demand. We give no fee figure until we have measured one. Check the fee in your wallet or on the withdrawal screen of your exchange before you send. ## How do I send USDT for a hotel top-up? Start a top-up of $25 or more in your account and choose USDT on TRC-20 or on ERC-20. Then: 1. **Pick the same network on your side** — On the withdrawal screen, choose USDT, then the network shown on the payment page. Pick Tron (TRX, TRC20) for a T address, Ethereum (ETH, ERC20) for a 0x address. 2. **Paste the address from the payment page** — Copy it, paste it, then compare the first and last four characters. Check the network field again: a 0x address also fits BNB Smart Chain and layer-2 networks. 3. **Send the exact amount in one transfer** — The exact USDT amount on the payment page must arrive. If your exchange takes its fee from the amount, add the fee on top. 4. **Wait for the confirmations, then book** — Your balance is credited in US dollars after 20 confirmations on Tron or 12 on Ethereum. Then choose a hotel; its total is held, not charged, until the hotel confirms. ## Which network costs less to send? It depends on the moment and on where you send from, so check both before you choose. From an exchange, compare the withdrawal fee shown for USDT on Tron and on Ethereum: that is your real cost. From your own wallet, a TRC-20 transfer burns TRX for energy if you have none staked or rented. An ERC-20 transfer pays gas in ETH, at the current gas price. StaySats charges nothing for either network, and the hotel price is the same on both. We have not measured network fees yet, so we publish no figure. ## Do I need TRX or ETH as well as USDT? From a self-custody wallet, yes. A USDT transfer never pays its own fee in USDT: - **TRC-20:** the Tron network takes the fee in TRX, or in energy and bandwidth that you have staked or rented. With no TRX and no energy, the transfer fails. - **ERC-20:** the Ethereum network takes gas in ETH from the same address. With no ETH, the transfer cannot be sent. From an exchange, you need neither: you pay the exchange's withdrawal fee, taken from your exchange balance. ## Which mistakes lose USDT? Four mistakes cause most losses on hotel top-ups: 1. **Choosing a look-alike network.** BNB Smart Chain, Polygon, Arbitrum and Base use the same 0x address format as Ethereum. A wallet may accept the address on the wrong network without a warning. Pick Ethereum (ERC-20) for the 0x address and Tron (TRC-20) for the T address. 2. **Sending the wrong token.** TRX sent to the Tron address, or ETH sent for a USDT top-up, does not match the top-up. 3. **Letting the exchange take its fee from the amount.** The exact amount on the payment page must arrive; add the fee on top. 4. **Splitting the payment.** Send the full amount in one transfer. If something went wrong, write to support@staysats.com with the transaction ID before you try again. ## Why only two USDT networks when Tether supports more? Because our payment settings list two: Tron (TRC-20) and Ethereum (ERC-20). Tether listed 13 supported protocols for USDT on October 12, 2026, including Solana, TON and Avalanche. USDT sent on a network we don't list is not credited to your balance and may be lost. BNB Smart Chain is a common choice on exchanges, but it is not one of our networks. Other crypto travel sites differ. As of October 2026, per its payment options page, Travala lists USDT on Polygon, Solana, BNB Smart Chain, TON, KAIA and Arbitrum. It also shows a plain "USDT" option: the page code calls it TRC-20, but the label names no network. Its USDT page names ERC-20. Laters takes USDT on ERC-20, Cronos and Polygon, but not on TRC-20. We sell hotel bookings paid in crypto. Our offer is included and marked. ## Does the network change my hotel refund? No. When an amount is withdrawable, for example when the hotel can't host you, you choose the coin and the network. The options are USDT on TRC-20, USDT on ERC-20, or USDC on ERC-20. You can pay with one network and be refunded on another. The address you give may be screened against sanctions lists before we send. [Refunds](https://staysats.com/refunds/). ## TRC-20 or ERC-20: FAQ ### Can I pay for a hotel with USDT directly at the front desk? Rarely, and not through us. Very few hotels take USDT themselves, and some countries ban paying in crypto on the spot. With StaySats you pay us in USDT online, and we pay the hotel in local currency. Who accepts crypto directly: [acceptance index](https://staysats.com/hotel-crypto-acceptance-index/). ### Is USDT on TRC-20 the same coin as USDT on ERC-20? It is the same stablecoin issued by Tether, on two different blockchains. Each network has its own addresses, and a transfer cannot cross from one to the other by itself. That is why the payment page shows one address per network. ### Which network is credited faster? We credit TRC-20 after 20 confirmations and ERC-20 after 12. The usual times for each network are in the payment table on our [pay with crypto](https://staysats.com/pay/) page. The hotel booking itself starts only after the top-up is credited. ### Can I send USDT from Binance on BEP-20? No. BNB Smart Chain (BEP-20) is not one of our networks, even though its addresses look like Ethereum addresses. On the withdrawal screen, choose Tron (TRC-20) for the T address or Ethereum (ERC-20) for the 0x address. ### What does a TRC-20 or ERC-20 transfer cost today? We do not quote a figure, because we have not measured network fees yet and they change with demand. Your exchange shows its withdrawal fee for each network, and your wallet shows the network fee before you confirm. ### Can I top up with USDT on one network and later on the other? Yes. Each top-up is separate, and all of them add up on one balance in US dollars. Choose the network each time on the payment page, and send on that network only. ### Is USDT better than BTC for booking a hotel? For many travellers it is simpler, because USDT tracks the US dollar and hotel prices are in US dollars. With BTC, the amount and rate are locked for 30 minutes and then credited in dollars. Both pay the same hotel price. ## Sources (checked October 12, 2026) 1. [Supported Protocols and Integration Guidelines](https://tether.to/en/supported-protocols/) — Tether (2026-10-12) 2. [Encoding addresses and data](https://developers.tron.network/docs/encoding) — TRON Developer Hub (2026-10-12) 3. [TRON economic model (resources)](https://developers.tron.network/docs/tron-economic-model) — TRON Developer Hub (2026-10-12) 4. [Ethereum accounts](https://ethereum.org/en/developers/docs/accounts/) — ethereum.org (2026-10-12) 5. [Gas and fees](https://ethereum.org/en/developers/docs/gas/) — ethereum.org (2026-10-12) 6. [Travala payment options](https://www.travala.com/payment-options) — Travala (2026-10-12) 7. [Travala: book hotels with USDT (Erc20)](https://www.travala.com/payment/usdt) — Travala (2026-10-12) 8. [Laters: pay with USDT](https://laters.com/payment/usdt) — Laters (2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued. --- # Where can't we sell hotels? > StaySats sells no hotels in 5 sanctioned countries, Crimea or occupied Ukraine, and Spain is paused (Royal Decree 933/2021). Where crypto hotel booking stops. - URL: https://staysats.com/where-we-cant-sell-hotels/ - Last updated: 2026-10-12 - Publisher: StaySats (https://staysats.com) The places where StaySats sells no hotel, and the reason for each one. Also: the countries where paying in crypto at the desk is illegal, and why booking online is different. **Quick answer — Where can't you book a hotel with StaySats?** **StaySats** sells no hotel in Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Russia, Belarus, Syria, Crimea, Sevastopol or the Russian-occupied areas of Ukraine, because of international sanctions. Hotels in Spain are not available yet: Royal Decree 933/2021 requires a registration that we have not completed. Elsewhere you can pay hotels in crypto, but bookings for persons on a sanctions list are refused. ## What we can't sell, in facts | Attribute | Value | | --- | --- | | Sanctioned countries | Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Russia, Belarus, Syria | | Sanctioned areas | Crimea, Sevastopol and the Russian-occupied areas of Donetsk, Luhansk, Zaporizhzhia and Kherson | | Not available yet | Hotels in Spain, until our registration with SES.HOSPEDAJES is done | | Spanish cities affected among our destinations | Barcelona, Madrid and Palma | | Destinations on sale | 97 of the 100 destinations we cover | | Guest screening | The lead guest's name is checked against sanctions lists (US, EU, UK) before booking | | Withdrawal addresses | May be screened against sanctions lists before we send | | Operator, bound by US sanctions | TravelGoat LLC (United States) | ## Which places are not available, and why? We can't sell hotels in Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Russia, Belarus, Syria, and Russian-occupied areas of Ukraine (Crimea, Sevastopol and parts of the Donetsk, Luhansk, Zaporizhzhia and Kherson regions). Bookings for listed persons are refused. | Destination | Status | Why | | --- | --- | --- | | Iran | Not available (sanctions) | International sanctions: we sell no hotel in this destination. | | North Korea | Not available (sanctions) | International sanctions: we sell no hotel in this destination. | | Cuba | Not available (sanctions) | International sanctions: we sell no hotel in this destination. | | Russia | Not available (sanctions) | International sanctions: we sell no hotel in this destination. | | Belarus | Not available (sanctions) | International sanctions: we sell no hotel in this destination. | | Syria | Not available (sanctions) | International sanctions: we sell no hotel in this destination. | | Russian-occupied areas of Ukraine (Crimea, Sevastopol and parts of the Donetsk, Luhansk, Zaporizhzhia and Kherson regions) | Not available (sanctions) | International sanctions: we sell no hotel in this destination. | | Spain | Not available yet | Hotels in Spain are not available yet: Spanish law (Royal Decree 933/2021) requires booking intermediaries to report guest and payment details to the Ministry of the Interior within 24 hours, and our registration is not done. | ## Why can't StaySats sell hotels in sanctioned countries? Because sanctions law forbids it or makes it high-risk, so we block these places entirely. StaySats is operated by TravelGoat LLC, a United States company, so US sanctions apply to every booking. European Union rules also forbid tourism services in the occupied areas of Ukraine. Three examples: - **Cuba:** the US State Department keeps a Cuba Prohibited Accommodations List. People subject to US law may not stay at, pay for or book these properties for others. 11 properties were added on July 14, 2025. We sell no hotel in Cuba at all. - **Crimea and the occupied areas:** EU rules ban tourism services in Crimea and Sevastopol. The ban also covers the areas of Donetsk, Luhansk, Zaporizhzhia and Kherson not controlled by Ukraine. - **Iran, North Korea, Russia and Belarus:** US, EU or UK sanctions cover travel services, carriers or payments there. These places have no page, no search result and no price on StaySats. ## Do you check the names of guests? Yes. Before we book, we check the lead guest's name against public sanctions lists. We use those of the United States (OFAC), the European Union and the United Kingdom. If a name matches, we do not make the booking, and we review the case. The check needs nothing from you: no document, no selfie. Withdrawal addresses may be screened in the same way before we send USDT or USDC. ## Why are hotels in Spain not available yet? Because Spanish law puts a reporting duty on us, and we have not completed it. Royal Decree 933/2021 of October 26, 2021 applies to anyone who provides or intermediates lodging, including online platforms that offer services in Spain: - they must register with the Ministry of the Interior's system, SES.HOSPEDAJES, before they start; - they must send the details of each booking, cancellation and arrival at once, and in any case within 24 hours; - those details include payment data: the type of payment, the means of payment and its holder. The register has been active since December 2, 2024. Our registration is not done, so we do not sell Spanish hotels yet. Barcelona, Madrid and Palma stay on the site for information, marked "Not available yet". When this changes, the date will be in the [changelog](https://staysats.com/changelog/). ## Can I book a hotel in a country where paying in crypto is illegal? Booking online and paying at the desk are two different transactions. Some countries ban or restrict paying for goods and services in crypto on their territory. With StaySats, you pay us in crypto online, and we pay the hotel in local currency. At the hotel you pay extras in local currency or by card, never in crypto. These local rules apply where you are. If you live in one of the countries below, the rule may also cover paying us in crypto from there. Check the law of your country before you pay. This page is information, not legal advice. ### Where paying in crypto on the spot is banned or restricted | Country | Destinations in our data | Rule we found | Source checked | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Indonesia | Bali, Jakarta | Crypto may be held as an asset but not used to pay (Law 7/2011 on Currency). Bali announced sanctions against tourists who pay in crypto in May 2023 | 2026-10-12 | | Turkey | Istanbul, Antalya | Crypto may not be used to pay for goods or services: central bank ban in force since April 30, 2021 | 2026-10-12 | | Thailand | Bangkok, Phuket, Pattaya, Chiang Mai, Koh Samui | Restricted: paying shops or hotels in crypto is not allowed outside the TouristDigiPay sandbox, announced on August 18, 2025; its 2026 status was not found | 2026-10-12 | | Mainland China | Shanghai | All crypto activity is banned | 2026-10-12 | | Egypt, Morocco, Qatar | Cairo, Marrakech, Doha | Listed with an absolute ban on crypto in a November 2021 Library of Congress report, not updated since | 2026-10-12 | Rules for Vietnam and India are not verified yet. City by city, with sources: [crypto-friendly destinations](https://staysats.com/crypto-friendly-destinations/). ## Will this list change? Yes, in both directions. Sanctions change when the United States, the European Union or the United Kingdom act, and we update the list when they do. Spain will open once our registration is done. Each change is dated in the [changelog](https://staysats.com/changelog/), and this page is updated the same day. ## Where we can't sell: FAQ ### Can I book a hotel in Russia or Belarus with crypto on StaySats? No. Russia and Belarus are on our list of sanctioned places, with Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Crimea, Sevastopol and the Russian-occupied areas of Ukraine. They have no search results and no prices on StaySats. Bookings there are refused, whatever the coin. ### When will hotels in Spain be available? When our registration with Spain's guest register (SES.HOSPEDAJES) is done. We must then send booking and payment details within 24 hours, as Royal Decree 933/2021 requires. We give no date. The opening will be dated in the [changelog](https://staysats.com/changelog/). ### Is it legal to pay StaySats in crypto for a hotel in Bali? Indonesia bans paying in crypto on its territory, and Bali announced sanctions against tourists who do so. Booking online from abroad is a different transaction: you pay StaySats, and we pay the hotel in local currency. At the hotel, pay your extras in rupiah or by card. If you live in Indonesia, check local law before you pay. ### Why do you check the lead guest's name? Because US sanctions law forbids us to deal with persons on its lists, and we also check the EU and UK lists. The name is compared with these lists before the booking. A match stops the booking, and we review the case. No document is asked from you for this check. ### Does a VPN let me book a blocked destination? No. Hotels in sanctioned places are not in our search at all, wherever you connect from. The lead guest's name is also screened before every booking, so a booking for a listed person is refused. ### Do other crypto travel sites block the same places? Many publish a similar list. As of October 2026, per its terms, Travala lists Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Myanmar, Syria, Crimea, Venezuela and parts of Ukraine as prohibited. Each seller's list is in the [crypto travel seller registry](https://staysats.com/crypto-travel-seller-registry/). ## Sources (checked October 12, 2026) 1. [Real Decreto 933/2021, de 26 de octubre](https://www.boe.es/buscar/act.php?id=BOE-A-2021-17461) — Boletín Oficial del Estado (2026-10-12) 2. [The State Department's Cuba Prohibited Accommodations List (update of July 14, 2025)](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2025-07-14/html/2025-13148.htm) — Federal Register (2026-10-12) 3. [Sanctions List Service](https://ofac.treasury.gov/sanctions-list-service) — Office of Foreign Assets Control (US Treasury) (2026-10-12) 4. [Council Regulation (EU) 2022/263 (non-government-controlled areas of Ukraine)](https://smb.gov.mt/sanctions-under-ukraine-territorial-integrity-regime/council-regulation-eu-2022-263-of-23-february-2022-concerning-restrictive-measures-in-response-to-the-recognition-of-the-non-government-controlled-areas-of-the-donetsk-and-luhansk-oblasts-of-ukraine/) — Sanctions Monitoring Board (Malta) (2026-10-12) 5. [Information note to EU business on Crimea and Sevastopol](https://fau.gov.cz/files/information-note-to-eu-business-on-operating-andor-investing-in-crimeasevastopol.pdf) — Financial Analytical Office (Czech Republic) (2026-10-12) 6. [Bali to crack down on foreign tourists using crypto as payment](https://en.antaranews.com/news/283182/bali-to-crack-down-on-foreign-tourists-using-crypto-as-payment) — Antara (2026-10-12) 7. [Turkey's central bank bans crypto payments](https://www.theblock.co/linked/101905/turkey-central-bank-bans-crypto-payments) — The Block (2026-10-12) 8. [Thailand crypto-to-baht payment pilot for foreign tourists](https://www.theblock.co/post/367207/thailand-crypto-baht-payment-pilot-foreign-tourists) — The Block (2026-10-12) 9. [Over 50 countries have placed bans on crypto: Library of Congress report](https://decrypt.co/89148/over-50-countries-have-placed-bans-on-crypto-library-of-congress-report) — Decrypt (2026-10-12) 10. [Travala terms and conditions](https://www.travala.com/terms-and-conditions) — Travala (2026-10-12) --- StaySats: StaySats is a hotel booking site paid only in crypto: BTC, USDT, USDC, ETH, SOL, LTC, with USDT on TRC-20 or ERC-20. You top up a balance from $25, and a booking is held, not charged, until the hotel's confirmation number is issued.