Introduction

For the past few years, Crypto has been searching for real-world utility beyond the confines of DeFi and the broader vision of Web3. Few industries offer a more direct use case than hotel booking. The hospitality market is massive, global, and often riddled with inefficiencies. 

Entravel tackles these inefficiencies head-on by merging the traditional hotel booking experience with the benefits of cryptocurrency transactions and an in-house-built solution that gives them an edge over the incumbents. The result is a platform that delivers tangible utility, meaningful cost savings, and observable results for end users: the same seamless UX but with deeply discounted rates and frictionless payments.

Entravel’s value proposition is straightforward: It provides premium hotel deals at below-parity prices while accepting crypto as a primary form of payment. This transforms travel booking into a smooth, borderless operation. Rather than contending with foreign exchange fees, high commissions, or restrictive policies, travelers gain access to an efficient, money-saving solution.

Entravel is a crypto-native alternative designed for those who expect speed, privacy, and reliability. It’s a genuine real-world application of blockchain technology—a service that stands on its own, even if you strip away the hype and novelty factor associated with such a fast-growing emerging form of technology.

While Entravel currently operates on a waiting list basis, you can sign up using our invite code to start booking hotels now here.

Key Takeaways

Real-World Crypto Utility: Combines Web3 efficiency (privacy, stablecoins) with Web2 usability, setting a new standard for blockchain-powered travel.

Crypto-Driven Cost Savings: Entravel delivers 20-60% savings via B2B rates and crypto payments, bypassing legacy OTA commissions and hidden fees. 

Inventory Dominance: Offers 1M+ global properties, including exclusive properties with 427% more inventory than competitors in key markets.

Frictionless Crypto UX: Streamlined booking with zero KYC for crypto payments ($USDT/$USDC), tax-inclusive pricing, and instant confirmation.

Bybit Partnership: Bybit’s 60M users gain free membership + 6% discounts, accelerating crypto-native adoption.

Setting the Stage

The global online travel market exceeds hundreds of billions of dollars annually and is forecasted to grow at a ~9% annual growth rate, with rising demand for luxury properties. Legacy players like Expedia, Booking.com, and other Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) collectively dominate the space. They thrive on commissions and rigid pricing structures. Yet the market has significant inefficiencies—rate disparities, hidden fees, and complicated policies that frustrate customers. It’s precisely within these gaps that a crypto-forward solution can excel.

Traditional OTAs often mark up prices to sustain their affiliate partners, marketing budgets, and overhead. Hidden charges, extra fees, and mandatory KYC can be off-putting—especially for travelers seeking simplicity and privacy. Moreover, many platforms lock you into specific payment methods or currency conversions, adding further friction.

Crypto payments bypass these obstacles. They’re borderless, fast, and private—users don’t need to worry about currency conversions or rigid KYC thresholds for moderate-to-large purchases. In volatile markets, stablecoins like $USDT and $USDC provide price stability. This synergy between hotel booking and crypto has long been anticipated but rarely executed to its full potential.

Entravel is set out to capitalize on these gaps, offering a streamlined booking mechanism that supports $USDT and $USDC payments (also Visa, MasterCard, and AMEX) without enforcing extensive verification processes. Behind the platform is a credible, doxxed team—backed by prominent investors like Seier Christensen, the billionaire founder of Saxo Bank. The direct involvement of industry veterans, including Lars Seier Christensen (Saxo Bank founder), underscores Entravel’s professional structure and long-term strategy.

Entravel’s founder previously IPO’d an online hotel booking company and brings a deep industry network to the table. This seasoned background allows Entravel to implement complex pricing strategies and secure rare hotel rates, often significantly lower than what’s available via competing platforms. The company was founded in Denmark, avoiding the red flags often associated with unregulated or exotic jurisdictions.

Entravel: Real-World Crypto Utility

Entravel is a closed-user-group platform with access to below-parity rates—often up to 70% off standard listings. To use Entravel, you must be invited, making it an exclusive members club.

This isn’t just a marketing spin. Direct partnerships with hotels and major B2B distributors enable lower rates than those found on public OTA sites. The ability to accept cryptocurrency extends cost savings further by eliminating certain bank fees and chargebacks. It is the traveler’s dream.

Entravel is the  textbook example of a real-world crypto use case:

• Frictionless Transactions: No conversion nightmares or over-the-top fees.
• Privacy: High-value bookings can be made without the usual personal data overhead.
• Global Reach: Over a million hotels worldwide, including exclusive properties like Marina Bay Sands or the Ritz Paris, appeal to an international user base.
• User Experience: Beyond the crypto angle, Entravel’s UX competes directly with traditional platforms. Web2 UX with Web3’s features paving the way for others.

Where many crypto “solutions” remain niche or fail to demonstrate tangible consumer advantages, Entravel positions itself as a direct improvement over legacy travel sites—both in cost structure and booking convenience.

The Ultimate Comparison

No analysis is complete without data-driven conclusions. On many comparison metrics, Entravel outperforms established names like Booking.com, Travala, Expedia, Travelswap, and other players. What do travelers care about most when it comes to hotel booking? 

• Availability
• Prices
• Booking Process

Availability, prices, and booking UX are the core decision points because they directly impact traveler convenience, cost savings, and overall satisfaction. When a platform offers extensive inventory, travelers can find the right hotel in their preferred location without being forced to compromise. Competitive prices let users maximize their budgets, a non-negotiable factor for most people—especially those seeking luxury experiences at accessible rates and without hidden fees like taxes. Finally, a smooth UX reduces friction and frustration. Travelers are drawn to platforms that let them book quickly and confidently, minimizing any chance for error or last-minute surprises.

In each aspect, Entravel provides a competitive advantage against its competitors. Over one million hotels worldwide to suit every traveler’s need is not a marketing trick; it’s real. 

Availability

Let’s compare the availability across five destinations for the exact dates (selected randomly), searching for 4 and 5-star hotels using Entravel, Travala, Expedia, and TravelSwap. 

• Dubai (4-7 April, 2025)

For Dubai (4-7 April 2025), Entravel maintains 1,297 properties compared to Travala’s 724, Expedia’s 300+, and TravelSwap’s 350 available properties. In this market, Entravel shows approximately 79% more inventory than its closest competitor.

• Maldives (12-17 March, 2025)

In the Maldives (12-17 April, 2025), Entravel displays competitive positioning with 391 properties, compared to Travala’s 365, Expedia’s 300+, and TravelSwap’s 368 properties.

• Manhattan, New York (19-26 May, 2025)

In Manhattan (19-26 April, 2025), Entravel displays strong positioning with 573 properties, compared to Travala’s 401, Expedia’s 300+, and TravelSwap’s 404 properties. This represents approximately 43% more inventory than its closest competitor in one of the world’s most competitive hotel markets.

• Tokyo, Japan (12-16 May, 2025)

Tokyo (12-16 May, 2025) showcases Entravel’s strongest market presence, with 2,956 properties compared to Travala’s 1,629, Expedia’s 300+, and TravelSwap’s 539 properties. This substantial difference is particularly noteworthy in the Japanese market, where traditional distribution channels are notoriously fragmented and relationship-driven. Here, Entravel maintains an 81% larger inventory than its closest competitor.

Based on comprehensive market analysis across some of the most popular destinations, such as Dubai, Manhattan, Maldives, and Tokyo, Entravel demonstrates a varied pattern of market presence through superior inventory depth and integration capabilities. The platform maintains an average inventory advantage of ~52% across these key markets (Dubai: ~79%, Manhattan: ~42%, Maldives: ~7%, Tokyo: ~81%).

Entravel’s dominance in inventory depth can also be seen on many other destinations. In addition, the properties available on the Entravel platform include some of the most prestigious and exclusive ones in the market that cannot be found on some of the other platforms. 

Prices

Entravel utilizes direct B2B distributors and closed-user-group deals utilizing the rich experience and presence of the team. This approach can slash prices by up to 40% (sometimes more) compared to Travala, Expedia, and Booking.com. In direct price checks for properties like the Ritz-Carlton in Dubai or a luxury five-star resort in the Maldives, Entravel consistently comes in lower—often in the double-digit percentage range. Note also that Booking.com

Here’s a comparison table of some of the most luxurious hotel destinations across different platforms and the cheapest prices available. (Same room option for all hotel destinations)

Data as of: 11 Feb, 2025

5-Star Hotels: Average Savings with Entravel

The results speak for themselves; comparing more than 20 hotels in different countries and cities with the same options for all platforms, Entravel comes on top in every single one, offering significant savings.

Here’s another comparison table for 4-star hotel destinations across different platforms and the cheapest prices available. (5-night stay, same room option).

Data as of: 11 Feb, 2025

4-Star Hotels: Average Savings with Entravel

Entravel isn’t just cheaper—it’s redefining value in crypto travel:

• 5-Star: Save on average $1,500-$3,000 per booking.
• 4-Star: Save on average $220-$325 per booking.
• Inventory Exclusivity: Entravel lists high-demand properties like The Ritz Paris, Nizuc Resort, and many others at 30-45% discounts compared to competitors.
• Consistency: Entravel beats all competitors by an average of 13-19% on 4-star hotels and more than 30% on 5-star hotels.
• Additional Savings: Bybit card holders can save an additional 6% on Entravel.

For travelers prioritizing both luxury and cost efficiency, Entravel is the only platform delivering crypto utility + real-world savings. Legacy players are priced out; niche crypto platforms lack scale. 

ETH Denver Case Study

Here’s a quick comparison of hotel prices during ETH Denver, one of the most popular crypto conferences every year.

Availability-wise, Entravel has more than six times the inventory of the platform ETH Denver promotes.

Price-wise, Entravel has a clear competitive advantage. Comparing four hotels (5-star and 4-star) offered by both platforms, Entravel offers better prices and significant savings.

• The Ritz Carlton Denver

• Four Seasons Hotel Denver

• The Oxford

• Limelight Hotel

The results from this comparison:

• Entravel saves travelers an average of $1,362 per booking compared to Crewfare.
• Percentage Savings: ~25.7% on average (range: 23.9% to 27.0%).

Adding the availability component into the analysis, the conclusion is clear; Entravel has a significant competitive advantage, having more available properties and providing savings of up to 27%.

Booking Process

Entravel simplifies every step of the reservation, focusing on minimal friction and transparent pricing. Users can pay with stablecoins ($USDT, $USDC) or use their Visa, MasterCard, and AMEX cards without hitting strict KYC barriers at any stage. The tax and fees inclusive model eliminates hidden fees at checkout, as seen on some platforms. 

In-house technology means instant confirmations and tighter control over the user interface—so travelers don’t waste time on clunky forms or jump through unnecessary hoops. On Entravel, once you have selected your hotel and date, it is a three-step process to confirm your booking.

1. Select your room option.
2. Fill up the guest details.
3. Choose your payment method and pay.
4. Finished.

Here’s the booking process provided by Entravel:

It all adds up to a no-nonsense booking flow that’s quicker and more private than most traditional or crypto-enabled platforms.

Entravel: There’s More

Beyond price, inventory, and superior UX, Entravel offers a suite of benefits that address many pain points in both traditional and crypto-centric booking platforms:

• 40% Cheaper Pricing: Achieved via B2B rates and closed user group deals.
• No KYC Required for Crypto Payments: Avoids bureaucratic headaches. Users can pay $10,000+ without intrusive paperwork.
• Accepts $USDT and $USDC: Stablecoins provide a near-fiat experience without volatility.
• Uses B2B Rates vs. Commissionable Rates: Keeps listings below standard public OTA prices.
• Tax-Inclusive Pricing: Eliminates the unwanted surprise of additional taxes at checkout.
• In-House Built Solution: Not an off-the-shelf aggregator—better control of inventory, pricing, and user experience.
• Larger Hotel Inventory: Not just a handful of popular cities—virtually any global destination, including marquee properties like Marina Bay Sands.
• 24/7 Customer Support: Via Telegram and WhatsApp, ensuring immediate response—especially vital for international travelers.

Entravel x Bybit

A noteworthy strategic partnership is Entravel’s collaboration with Bybit. Bybit—one of the leading cryptocurrency exchanges with 60+ million users—joined forces with Entravel to offer:

• Free Entravel Membership: Bybit users gain direct access to the platform’s secret hotel deals.
• Extra Perks for Bybit Cardholders: Additional 6% discount on top of Entravel’s already discounted rates.

This relationship is a strong validation of Entravel’s approach—allowing Bybit to provide a new utility layer for its user base while Entravel gains massive exposure to a crypto-savvy audience. The synergy positions Entravel as a front-runner in the crypto travel booking vertical, effectively scaling beyond the domain of a niche aggregator.

Conclusion

Crypto demands real-world use cases to move from speculative asset to mainstream utility. Entravel delivers on that promise with a hotel booking platform that merges the best of both worlds: lower prices through B2B relationships and seamless, private payment options with stablecoins, including Visa, MasterCard, and AMEX. This is neither a rebranding of an existing OTA nor a superficial crypto integration. It’s a platform built from the ground up to serve a modern, global audience demanding better rates, fewer constraints, and frictionless payments.

With its competitive pricing, comprehensive inventory, and partnerships with key industry players, Entravel wants to disrupt the traditional hotel booking sphere. It meets market needs, value, privacy, and ease of use without sacrificing the convenience and breadth of choice that travelers expect. As a blueprint for integrating crypto with a real-world industry, Entravel sets a new standard. It’s not just a compelling theory; it’s a practical solution already demonstrating tangible benefits in cost savings, user experience, and global availability.

Entravel’s vision expands to include flight booking. The company plans to support flight bookings with the same instant-confirmation model it uses for hotels. This means users will soon be able to reserve flights in real-time directly within airline reservation systems, adding another layer of convenience to Entravel’s crypto-powered travel ecosystem.

Disclosures 

Alea Research is engaged in a commercial relationship with Entravel as part of an educational initiative and this report was commissioned as part of that engagement.

Members of the Alea Research team, including those directly involved in the analysis above, may have positions in the tokens discussed.

This content is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. You should do your own research and only invest what you can afford to lose. Alea Research is a research platform and not an investment or financial advisor.