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Best Western Refund Policy

Last verified: 2026-03-20

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www.bestwestern.com/en_US/customer-service/frequently-asked-questions.html

Summary

Best Western offers refunds within Cancellation policies, which dictate refund eligibility, vary by hotel and are displayed during the online reservation process.. Processing time: Refund processing times can vary as billing is handled by each individual hotel property.. Refund methods include credit card and best western gift card. Refund eligibility is determined by the cancellation policy of the specific hotel, which is provided at the time of booking..

Refund Window

Cancellation policies, which dictate refund eligibility, vary by hotel and are displayed during the online reservation process.

Processing Time

Refund processing times can vary as billing is handled by each individual hotel property.

Refund Method

Credit Card

How to Get a Refund — Step by Step

  1. 1To cancel a reservation made on bestwestern.com, go to the "Check Reservations" link on the website.
  2. 2Enter your first name, last name, and confirmation number to view and cancel the reservation.
  3. 3If you made the reservation directly with the hotel, you must contact the hotel to make changes or cancel.
  4. 4For any billing issues or to inquire about a refund, it is recommended to contact the hotel property directly.

When You Can Get a Refund

  • Refund eligibility is determined by the cancellation policy of the specific hotel, which is provided at the time of booking.
  • If a reservation is not cancelled in accordance with the hotel's policy, a charge for at least one night's stay will be applied.
  • For reservations that require full prepayment or have a minimum length of stay, you may be charged for the entire reserved stay if you do not cancel within the policy's requirements or if you check out early.
  • Reservations booked through third-party online travel agencies must be cancelled through that provider.

All Refund Methods

  • Credit Card
  • Best Western Gift Card

Additional Notes

  • Best Western requires a credit card to guarantee all online reservations.
  • Cancellation policies are not uniform and differ for each Best Western hotel location.
  • Billing is managed at the individual hotel level, not by the corporate office.
  • If you cancel a reservation that was paid for with a Best Western Gift Card, the full amount will be refunded to the gift card, provided it has not expired.

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