A guide to booking a hotel with free cancellation*

Plans can change unexpectedly, sometimes at the last minute, which is why it's important to keep your hotel booking as flexible as possible. If you have to call off your trip, you don't want to worry about hotel cancellation fees. Luckily, it's easy to find refundable hotel bookings in 2025 so you won't lose out if you cancel your trip. Here's how: 

Discover hotels with free cancellation policies

Whether you're booking a stay in one of our best hotels in New York, or treating the family to a magical weekend at a Disney hotel in Orlando, you need to know that you're covered if plans change. On Hotels.com you can select the “fully refundable property” filter under “Property Cancellation Options” to find places that you can cancel without penalty. Remember to check the cancellation policy on the hotel page for more details, and to find out how long before arrival you can cancel. 

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Frequently asked questions about free cancellation

How to find cheap hotels with free cancellation?

Using the handy filters on Hotels.com, it's easy to book a hotel with free cancellation that doesn't cost the earth. Once you've narrowed down your search using the “free cancellation” option, you can sort your listings by price from low to high. This will display our cheapest hotels offering free cancellation for your chosen destination. Always read the hotel's cancellation policy before booking so you know what to expect.

Finding last minute refundable hotel bookings

Some properties on Hotels.com offer free hotel cancellation at the last minute in 2025, to help you remain flexible for as long as possible. This does depend on your booking type and the hotel's cancellation policy, so always check the small print before making your reservation. In many instances, you will be able to cancel your booking at the last minute without incurring a charge.

Cancelling your hotel booking with free cancellation

There are lots of reasons why you might need to call off your trip, and the last thing you need to worry about is paying for a hotel stay that you can't use. The good news is that free cancellation of your hotel booking means you won't be out of pocket. You just need to read the hotel's cancellation policy, which will explain their cancellation terms. You may need to cancel within a set timeframe to get a full refund, and some hotels might charge a cancellation fee too.

What free hotel cancellation means

Many properties listed on Hotels.com offer flexible booking options with free cancellation. You can usually get your money back provided you cancel before a certain date—look at the booking conditions to find out when this is. Often, it's 24—48 hours before your arrival, but double check to make sure. Cancellation fees may be applicable in some instances, so always read the booking terms before you make your reservation.

Why book a hotel with free cancellation on Hotels.com

Hotels.com makes it easy to find your perfect stay with a wide range hotels, from beach hotels in Miami to historic hotels in Paris, you can be sure you're in great hands when you book your stay with Hotels.com. Not only do the properties offer great value, but there are a range of hotels with free cancellation—meaning that you might not have to pay a thing if your plans change. Using Hotels.com means you have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from, get rewarded for loyalty, and you can enjoy ultimate flexibility.

*Some hotels require you to cancel more than 24 hours before check-in. See site for details.

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