Can a hotel booking API show suitable rooms when children are travelling with adults?

Yes, a hotel booking API can show room options for adults travelling with children, as long as the search includes the correct number of guests and the children's ages. This information helps the hotel supplier return rooms that match the property's occupancy rules and calculate the available rate correctly.

The results may vary between hotels and suppliers. Some hotels allow a child to share an existing bed, while others require an extra bed, a larger room or an additional room. A child may also be treated as an adult after a certain age. These rules come from the supplier, so the API can only display the room details and conditions it receives.

Your portal should ask for the children's ages before starting the hotel search. It should also show the maximum room occupancy, any available child policy and whether an extra bed or meal charge may be collected at the property. Some suppliers provide complete details, while others may provide only limited information, so important conditions should remain visible before payment.

Before accepting a family booking, check that every guest is included in the search, review the room occupancy and read the supplier's booking conditions for any extra charges or restrictions.