WestJet and Rocket Travel by Agoda Join Forces on New Innovative Hotel Platform

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WestJet and Rocket Travel by Agoda launched WestJet Hotels on November 13, 2025, a new hotel‑booking platform that lets WestJet customers and WestJet Rewards members book hotels worldwide and earn WestJet points.

Rocket Travel by Agoda will operate the platform end‑to‑end, providing access to more than 500,000 hotel options and managing search, booking and customer service. Members earn at least 2 WestJet points per dollar on bookings, with additional value for top‑tier members. The service targets WestJet travel corridors across North America, Europe and Asia to integrate hotel bookings with flight itineraries and deepen loyalty program engagement.

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New WestJet Hotels platform enables WestJet customers and members to book hotels worldwide and earn WestJet Rewards points

SINGAPORE, Nov. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda through its strategic partnerships arm, Rocket Travel by Agoda, has joined forces with Canada's second largest airline, WestJet, to launch WestJet Hotels – a new hotel booking platform. Powered by Rocket Travel by Agoda, the platform will enable both WestJet members and customers to book hotels worldwide and earn WestJet points, allowing travelers to plan and enhance their journeys through WestJet.

The collaboration aims to enhance the WestJet customer experience by expanding hotel bookings with flight services, encouraging loyalty through the WestJet Rewards program. Rocket Travel by Agoda will operate the platform, managing the complete customer journey - from search and booking to customer service, while providing access to a vast inventory of global properties. With every hotel stay booked through the platform, travelers can earn WestJet points, adding even more value to each trip.

"At Rocket Travel by Agoda, we are committed to delivering a more connected trip experience, where every stage of travel is seamlessly integrated," said Damien Pfirsch, Chief Commercial Officer and Head of Rocket Travel by Agoda. "This partnership is a perfect example of that vision in action. We're honored by WestJet's confidence in our technology and global reach, which enables us to create a platform where their guests can complete their travel planning by booking a hotel - whether they're connecting a stay to their flight or simply looking to earn WestJet Rewards on a standalone getaway."

The initiative highlights WestJet's ongoing efforts to enhance its rewards program and deliver a more rewarding loyalty experience. It focuses on key travel corridors covered by WestJet's network across North America, Europe, and Asia, ensuring travelers access a full array of travel options tailored to their preferences.

"We are proud to be partnering with Rocket Travel by Agoda to offer more flexibility and choice to guests and WestJet Rewards members. With more than 500,000 hotel options, our new hotel booking platform will offer something to suit the needs of every guest," said Steve McClelland, WestJet Vice-President, Loyalty & Strategic Partnerships. "WestJet Rewards members will now be able to earn at least two WestJet points per dollar on hotel bookings, with even more value to be unlocked by top-tier members. As we continue to expand the value of the WestJet Rewards program, we are proud to be adding more ways for members to earn on their travel experiences."

FAQ

What is WestJet Hotels and when did WestJet launch it (BKNG)?

WestJet Hotels is a hotel‑booking platform launched on November 13, 2025 in partnership with Rocket Travel by Agoda to let customers book hotels worldwide and earn WestJet points.

How many properties are available on WestJet Hotels and who operates the platform (BKNG)?

The platform offers access to more than 500,000 hotel options and is operated end‑to‑end by Rocket Travel by Agoda.

How many WestJet Rewards points do members earn on hotel bookings through WestJet Hotels (BKNG)?

WestJet Rewards members earn at least 2 WestJet points per dollar on hotel bookings, with additional value for top‑tier members.

Which regions does WestJet Hotels initially focus on for availability and integration (BKNG)?

The initiative focuses on key travel corridors across North America, Europe and Asia to align hotel choices with WestJet flight routes.

Will WestJet Hotels allow travelers to book standalone hotel stays and still earn points (BKNG)?

Yes. Travelers can book standalone hotel stays through WestJet Hotels and will earn WestJet Rewards points on those bookings.

Where can WestJet customers access WestJet Hotels bookings and customer support (BKNG)?

Rocket Travel by Agoda will manage the complete customer journey, including search, booking and customer service, via the WestJet Hotels platform.