Paytm owner One97 Communications has partnered with Singapore-based digital travel platform Agoda to provide hotel booking services on the Paytm app.
This collaboration extends Paytm Travel’s services, which already include flights; buses; and trains, to now offer a wide selection of accommodations across Indian and international destinations.
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Paytm Travel CEO Vikash Jalan said: “Our partnership with Agoda marks an important step in expanding Paytm Travel’s services to include seamless hotel booking options. This collaboration allows us to offer travellers access to a wide range of quality accommodations while ensuring convenience and affordability.
“With this partnership, we strengthen our position as a comprehensive travel solution, catering to diverse needs and enhancing the overall travel experience.”
The integration of Agoda’s hotel booking services into Paytm Travel allows users to easily browse and book stays, streamlining travel itinerary management.
This partnership aims to deliver cost-effective travel solutions for frequent travellers and businesses, enhancing the convenience and affordability of travel planning.
Agoda chief commercial officer Damien Pfirsch said: “By joining forces with Paytm Travel, we are giving travellers even higher levels of convenience when it comes to booking their dream trip. Our combined efforts aim to simplify the booking process while making it even simpler to pay will ensure that even more Indian travellers are able to see the world for less.”
As an International Air Transport Association (IATA) accredited travel agent, Paytm Travel offers features such as free cancellations, instant refunds, travel insurance, and enhanced ticket inventories.
The platform also provides deals on ticket bookings through Paytm’s network of bank partnerships.
