UK Travel Accommodation - PPC Market Share Analysis May 2026

Leveraging Adthena’s Whole Market View, this analysis explores recent trends in Google Ads for the UK Accommodation category from the last month. Our Data Analyst, Ask Arlo provides commentary on key findings.

Accommodation – UK

Google AI Overview visibility for Travel Accommodation UK

See how often AIOs appear and how search intent is distributed across buying signals.

AIO Frequency

How often a Google AI overview appears on search terms relevant to this category.

Frequency Percentage
Frequency 5.25975733701
94.740242663
5%

Complex Query Frequency

A complex query is a longer, more detailed search that often contains multiple keywords, specific conditions, or multi-part questions.

Frequency Percentage
Frequency 65
35
65%

Search Intent Distribution

Breakdown of search queries by their underlying goal.

Intent Distribution
Investigational 14%
Transactional 10%
Navigational 4%
Seasonal 1%
Local 20%
Problem Solving 0%

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Market Exposure

Share of Clicks for top 10 UK Travel Accommodation brands

Here are the Top 10 competitors in the industry by Share of Clicks for the last month.

Share of Clicks - Last month
Share of Clicks - Last month
Domain Share of clicks
booking.com 42.23
premierinn.com 12.15
hotels.com 5.59
airbnb.co.uk 4.73
travelodge.co.uk 3.42
expedia.co.uk 2.94
trivago.co.uk 2.31
skyscanner.net 1.66
haven.com 1.55
holidaycottages.co.uk 1.51
others 21.91
  • booking.com - 42.23%
  • premierinn.com - 12.15%
  • hotels.com - 5.59%
  • airbnb.co.uk - 4.73%
  • travelodge.co.uk - 3.42%
  • expedia.co.uk - 2.94%
  • trivago.co.uk - 2.31%
  • skyscanner.net - 1.66%
  • haven.com - 1.55%
  • holidaycottages.co.uk - 1.51%
  • others - 21.91%

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Booking.com dominates with 42.23% click share, followed by Premier Inn at 12.15%. Others collectively hold 21.91%, showcasing diverse competition.

Market Exposure

Share of Spend for the top 10 UK Travel Accommodation brands

Curious about your market position? Here you can see the Top 10 competitors in the industry by Share of Spend for the last month. 

Share of Spend - Last Month
Share of Spend - Last Month
Date booking.com premierinn.com hotels.com trivago.co.uk expedia.co.uk travelodge.co.uk cottages.com holidaycottages.co.uk ihg.com skyscanner.net
2026/05/01 52.23% 9.4% 4.9% 1.59% 4.49% 3.93% 0.93% 1.08% 1.44% 2.35%
2026/05/02 53.96% 7.63% 5.93% 1.02% 5.08% 3.37% 0.98% 1.17% 1.47% 3.01%
2026/05/03 53.9% 7.47% 4.53% 1.95% 5.5% 3.52% 1.22% 1.41% 1.49% 2.27%
2026/05/04 48.49% 8.05% 5.52% 1.65% 6.64% 4.06% 1.15% 1.41% 1.34% 3.46%
2026/05/05 47.76% 7.7% 6.25% 2.25% 7.27% 4.55% 1.24% 1.17% 1.52% 1.55%
2026/05/06 44.55% 7.49% 6.77% 2.68% 7.46% 4.47% 1% 1.41% 1.91% 1.75%
2026/05/07 48.98% 7.35% 6.54% 2% 6.5% 4.34% 0.78% 1.06% 1.91% 1.61%
2026/05/08 48.31% 8.53% 5.17% 1.9% 4.64% 4.58% 1.15% 1.15% 1.97% 2.16%
2026/05/09 49.72% 7.46% 5.21% 2.11% 4.4% 3.88% 1.23% 1.21% 1.82% 2.69%
2026/05/10 52.98% 7.47% 5.29% 2.12% 4.55% 3.81% 1.02% 1.05% 1.73% 2.23%
2026/05/11 38.35% 8.79% 6.96% 3.6% 4.15% 4.17% 1.74% 2.3% 2.13% 1.46%
2026/05/12 35.17% 9.31% 6.16% 4.56% 3.4% 3.95% 2.06% 2.72% 2.22% 1.32%
2026/05/13 37.57% 10.37% 6.52% 4.04% 3.04% 3.59% 1.86% 2.49% 1.98% 1.56%
2026/05/14 34.93% 10.65% 6.62% 4.71% 2.78% 4.57% 1.93% 2.27% 2.24% 1.47%
2026/05/15 48.27% 8.53% 5.17% 1.9% 4.64% 4.58% 1.15% 1.15% 1.97% 2.16%
2026/05/16 40.19% 9.58% 6.5% 3.65% 3.17% 3.15% 1.75% 2.26% 2.17% 1.13%
2026/05/17 40.23% 8.46% 6.05% 4.02% 3.24% 3.14% 1.91% 2.24% 2.09% 1.32%
2026/05/18 42.63% 9.33% 6% 2.47% 3.3% 3.74% 1.63% 2.01% 1.95% 1.63%
2026/05/19 42.98% 9.66% 6.78% 3.11% 2.44% 4.41% 1.49% 1.78% 2.1% 1.6%
2026/05/20 42.38% 9.4% 6.34% 3.05% 1.83% 4.73% 1.41% 2.12% 1.58% 1.42%
2026/05/21 37.96% 10.05% 7.09% 2.95% 2.28% 5.66% 1.58% 2.39% 1.36% 1.31%
2026/05/22 42.06% 9.86% 6.09% 3.01% 1.52% 4.51% 1.43% 2.31% 1.34% 1.22%
2026/05/23 41.47% 9.86% 6.13% 2.94% 1.39% 4.8% 1.53% 2.39% 1.28% 1.88%
2026/05/24 40.82% 10.1% 6.61% 3.33% 2.26% 3.81% 1.57% 2.3% 1.33% 1.61%
2026/05/25 39.04% 9.14% 7.12% 4.08% 2.03% 2.96% 1.69% 2.52% 1.35% 1.51%
2026/05/26 40.97% 8.89% 6.49% 4.39% 2.47% 2.5% 1.9% 2.55% 1.34% 1.32%
2026/05/27 36.8% 8.1% 6.66% 4.54% 3.47% 3.17% 2.26% 2.78% 1.61% 1.12%
2026/05/28 37.38% 8.66% 7% 3.93% 3.78% 2.67% 2.78% 2.51% 1.51% 0.96%
2026/05/29 40.7% 9.06% 7.34% 3.15% 2.93% 4.9% 2.56% 2.05% 1.63% 0.88%
2026/05/30 36.07% 7.55% 7.73% 3.77% 3.2% 6.22% 2.88% 2.24% 1.34% 1.19%
2026/05/31 36% 7.96% 7.2% 4.05% 4.01% 3.64% 3.04% 2.31% 1.39% 1.25%
  • booking.com
  • premierinn.com
  • hotels.com
  • trivago.co.uk
  • expedia.co.uk
  • travelodge.co.uk
  • cottages.com
  • holidaycottages.co.uk
  • ihg.com
  • skyscanner.net

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In May 2026, booking.com led with fluctuating spend, peaking early and dipping mid-month. Premierinn.com and hotels.com showed steady growth, while trivago.co.uk and expedia.co.uk experienced varied trends. Travelodge.co.uk and cottages.com ended with notable increases.

Market Exposure

Competitor Count for UK Travel Accommodation

Ever wondered how many competitors you’re up against in your industry? Well look no further, here we can see the number of advertisers bidding over the last month. 

Competitor Count - Last month
Competitor Count - Last month
Date Competitor Count
2026/05/01 2040
2026/05/02 1992
2026/05/03 2114
2026/05/04 2085
2026/05/05 2103
2026/05/06 2089
2026/05/07 2152
2026/05/08 2212
2026/05/09 2189
2026/05/10 2118
2026/05/11 2329
2026/05/12 2351
2026/05/13 2320
2026/05/14 2317
2026/05/15 2212
2026/05/16 2268
2026/05/17 2240
2026/05/18 2169
2026/05/19 2114
2026/05/20 2215
2026/05/21 2249
2026/05/22 2284
2026/05/23 2331
2026/05/24 2366
2026/05/25 2460
2026/05/26 2505
2026/05/27 2333
2026/05/28 2294
2026/05/29 2271
2026/05/30 2351
2026/05/31 2320

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May began with 2,040 advertisers, fluctuating throughout the month. Mid-month saw a peak at 2,505 on May 26. The month concluded with 2,320 advertisers, reflecting a dynamic landscape.

Campaign Efficiency

Market Loss & Market Gains for UK Travel Accommodation

Here we’re looking at the Top 10 biggest industry movers by market share gains and losses for the last 30 days.

Market Loss & Market Gains - Last month
Market Loss & Market Gains - Last month
Name Market Trend
hotels.com 0.81%
jet2holidays.com 0.57%
haven.com 0.47%
holidaycottages.co.uk 0.46%
cottages.com 0.46%
ihg.com -0.24%
skyscanner.net -0.54%
airbnb.co.uk -0.68%
expedia.co.uk -1.64%
booking.com -3.86%

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Hotels.com surged with a 0.81% click share increase, while Booking.com faced a significant 3.86% decline.

Campaign Efficiency

UK Travel Accommodation Share of Impressions

Take a look at the Top 10 competitors in the industry by Share of Impressions over the last month.

Date booking.com premierinn.com hotels.com travelodge.co.uk expedia.co.uk trivago.co.uk loveholidays.com airbnb.co.uk skyscanner.net ihg.com
2026/05/01 50.25% 10.63% 3.64% 5.19% 5.16% 1.41% 1.13% 1.91% 3.23% 1.43%
2026/05/02 52.88% 8.49% 4.09% 4.46% 5.74% 0.89% 1% 1.82% 4.24% 1.45%
2026/05/03 52.59% 8.55% 3.26% 4.63% 6.29% 1.84% 1.22% 1.78% 3.16% 1.48%
2026/05/04 46.86% 9.24% 3.89% 5.22% 7.6% 1.53% 1.2% 1.9% 5.1% 1.25%
2026/05/05 46.99% 8.8% 4.68% 5.91% 8.01% 2.13% 1.12% 2.25% 2.15% 1.46%
2026/05/06 43.81% 8.55% 5.01% 5.85% 8.2% 2.51% 1.2% 2.61% 2.42% 1.86%
2026/05/07 47.27% 8.37% 4.72% 5.51% 7.26% 1.93% 0.86% 2.57% 2.23% 1.96%
2026/05/08 46.97% 9.83% 3.84% 5.69% 5.33% 1.81% 0.9% 2.38% 3% 1.89%
2026/05/09 49.1% 8.57% 3.62% 5% 4.97% 2.07% 0.82% 2.38% 3.77% 1.78%
2026/05/10 51.19% 8.66% 3.93% 4.96% 5.22% 2.05% 0.72% 2.14% 3.09% 1.82%
2026/05/11 36.92% 10.2% 5.49% 5.31% 4.87% 3.59% 1.65% 2.55% 2.05% 2.12%
2026/05/12 34.19% 10.69% 4.66% 4.83% 3.88% 4.51% 2.05% 2.66% 1.89% 2.23%
2026/05/13 37.27% 11.98% 5.05% 4.64% 3.38% 3.95% 1.42% 2.5% 2.18% 2.04%
2026/05/14 33.63% 12.49% 5.22% 5.83% 3.29% 4.6% 1.57% 2.73% 2% 2.29%
2026/05/15 46.97% 9.83% 3.84% 5.69% 5.33% 1.81% 0.9% 2.38% 3% 1.89%
2026/05/16 39.08% 11.46% 5.29% 4.18% 3.47% 3.68% 1.62% 2.76% 1.54% 2.26%
2026/05/17 39.13% 9.81% 4.59% 4.24% 3.51% 4.07% 1.67% 3.57% 1.85% 2.26%
2026/05/18 41.81% 11.02% 4.38% 4.76% 3.61% 2.5% 1.38% 3.37% 2.33% 2.07%
2026/05/19 41.42% 11.38% 5.27% 5.86% 2.7% 3.15% 1.23% 3.06% 2.2% 2.15%
2026/05/20 41.41% 11.07% 4.92% 5.99% 1.99% 3.01% 1.61% 2.43% 1.99% 1.73%
2026/05/21 36.57% 11.63% 5.61% 8.43% 2.37% 2.76% 1.61% 1.85% 1.71% 1.32%
2026/05/22 40.84% 11.98% 4.78% 6.1% 1.59% 2.9% 1.54% 1.75% 1.59% 1.36%
2026/05/23 40.74% 11.41% 5.09% 5.91% 1.49% 2.72% 1.86% 1.73% 2.59% 1.23%
2026/05/24 39.93% 11.96% 5.41% 4.81% 2.39% 3.25% 1.77% 1.82% 2.27% 1.34%
2026/05/25 37.95% 10.45% 5.94% 3.66% 2.25% 3.91% 1.58% 1.86% 2.16% 1.35%
2026/05/26 39.06% 10.22% 5.3% 3.09% 2.83% 4.24% 1% 1.46% 1.82% 1.39%
2026/05/27 35.68% 9.29% 5.56% 4.08% 4% 4.34% 1.47% 1.81% 1.52% 1.78%
2026/05/28 36.19% 10.08% 5.98% 3.56% 4.23% 3.71% 1.79% 1.91% 1.27% 1.61%
2026/05/29 39.54% 10.65% 6.53% 6.27% 3.36% 2.84% 1.93% 1.84% 1.13% 1.84%
2026/05/30 34.32% 8.61% 6.83% 8.11% 3.61% 3.57% 2.51% 1.75% 1.62% 1.35%
2026/05/31 34.57% 9.07% 6.23% 4.71% 4.69% 3.83% 2.36% 1.71% 1.69% 1.49%
  • booking.com
  • premierinn.com
  • hotels.com
  • travelodge.co.uk
  • expedia.co.uk
  • trivago.co.uk
  • loveholidays.com
  • airbnb.co.uk
  • skyscanner.net
  • ihg.com

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In May 2026, booking.com started strong with a 50.25% share, peaking at 52.88% before a decline to 34.57%. Premierinn.com saw a steady rise, ending at 9.07%. Hotels.com climbed from 3.64% to 6.23%. Travelodge.co.uk fluctuated, closing at 4.71%. Expedia.co.uk dropped from 5.16% to 4.69%. Trivago.co.uk and loveholidays.com showed minor fluctuations, ending at 3.83% and 2.36%, respectively. Airbnb.co.uk and skyscanner.net had slight declines, finishing at 1.71% and 1.69%. IHG.com remained stable, closing at 1.49%.

Campaign Efficiency

Google Text Ad Copy Insights & Creative Trends for UK Travel Accommodation

Ever wondered how your rivals’ ads are doing? Here we can see the top-performing ads in the industry over the last month.

Google Text Ad Copy Insights & Creative Trends for UK Travel Accommodation - Last month
  1. 1
    Airbnb.co.uk https://www.airbnb.co.uk › airbnb_uk › accommodation

    Your Home Away From Home — Escape To Anywhere, Anytime on Airbnb. Explore 6+ Million Homes & Book Your Perfect Stay. Check Flexible Cancellation Options Offered by Hosts. Plan Your Holiday Worry-Free.

  2. 2
    Cheap Hotels https://www.booking.com

    Booking.com — Choose From a Wide Range of Properties Which Booking.com Offers. Search Now! Find What You Need At Booking.com, The Biggest Travel Site In...

  3. 3
    Deals on Hotels on Expedia | Fully Refundable Options https://www.expedia.co.uk › hotels › book_now

    Search Hotels. Find & Compare Deals and You Can Save Big! Get the Most Out of Your Holiday with Packages. Explore Fun Things to Do On Your Stay.

  4. 4
    Great Hotels on Hotels.com - Fast and Easy. Book in Minutes https://www.hotels.com

    Find Hotels on Hotels.com. Compare Options & You Can Save. Browse Reviews & Photos. Choose Hotels With Free Cancellation So If Your Plans Change, We Can Refund Your Money.

  5. 5
    Cheap Hotel Rooms From £39 https://www.travelodge.co.uk

    King Size Comfort From £39 — Stay With Travelodge For Great Value And King Size Comfort. Book Your Room Now! Book Early So You...

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In the competitive landscape of Google PPC, Airbnb.co.uk captivates with its promise of a worry-free escape, boasting over 6 million homes. Booking.com and Expedia.co.uk emphasize variety and savings, while Hotels.com highlights flexibility with free cancellations. Travelodge.co.uk offers unbeatable value with king-size comfort starting at just £39.

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