Updated on 09/03/2026
Introduction
Out of 319,034 properties listed on Booking.com in France, only 9,636 remain visible when the "electric vehicle charging station" filter is applied, which is barely 3% of the total supply*. As the number of electric vehicles on the road grows, charging capabilities are becoming a key selection criterion for an increasing number of travelers. Failing to install chargers, or failing to list them on booking platforms, means missing out on a rapidly expanding customer segment.
*Analysis of Booking.com results in France, conducted in August 2026.
How activating the Booking filter concretely impacts your bookings
Booking.com offers a dedicated filter for electric vehicle travelers: "Electric vehicle charging station." When a guest activates it, only hotels that have declared this amenity appear in the results. Others disappear, regardless of their rating or location.
The impact goes beyond simple filtering: Booking.com includes the charging station among the amenities listed on the property page, allowing travelers to identify it as a search criterion. Google follows a similar logic: a hotel's amenities can appear in search results and on Maps, and certain attributes allow the property to be displayed in related searches. Listing your charging station ensures you don't miss out on travelers who consider it a deciding factor.
This customer base is not marginal: it is estimated that nearly 3 million electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles will be on the road in France by the end of 2026. But beyond the number of vehicles, driver behavior is also worth considering. According to a YouGov survey conducted for Monta, an EV charging specialist, 41% of EV owners are more likely to choose accommodation that offers charging facilities compared to those that do not. The presence of a charging station can therefore be a key deciding factor when booking a stay.
How to enable the filter on your Booking.com listing
The process takes less than five minutes. From your Booking.com Extranet:
- Tab Property → Facilities & services
- Search for "Electric vehicle charging station"
- Check the box → save
Once the facility is registered, the presence of the charging station can be displayed on your listing. For exact details, please consult the official Booking Partner documentation.
Please note that listing a facility that is not operational can lead to negative reviews and the removal of the badge.
If your hotel is not yet equipped, this is the first step. To deploy charging stations with no investment or operational burden, the Qovoltis third-party investment model allows you to get equipped for €0.
Beyond Booking: where to list your charging stations in 2026?
Hotels.com works on the same principle: add this amenity to your partner profile.
Google Hotels : directly indicate the presence of charging stations in your Google Business Profile attributes. Google allows hotels to list the "Electric vehicle charging station" amenity. Also, ensure that the information regarding your establishment and your charging stations is accurate on Google Maps.
Chargemap, which boasts over 3.5 million users in Europe, is a key visibility channel for EV drivers. Since 2026, manual addition of new charging areas has been discontinued: information must be provided by charging operators. As part of its third-party investment offer, Qovoltis handles this listing and the transmission of your charging station data to Chargemap.
Atout France has included the presence of a charging station as an optional criterion in its 2022 hotel classification standards. This criterion earns 2 points toward your hotel rating.
Finally, contact your local tourist office: many publish lists of equipped hotels, which travelers consult before their stay.
FAQ
Is activating the filter on Booking.com free?
Yes, completely. Declaring amenities on Booking is included in the platform's standard features. There are no additional fees associated with displaying the "Electric vehicle charging station" badge.
What happens if my charging station breaks down after activation?
Booking does not verify the status of declared amenities in real time. In the event of a prolonged outage, it is recommended to temporarily disable the amenity in your profile to avoid negative reviews.
Do I need to update each platform separately?
Yes. Booking.com, Hotels.com, Google Business Profile, and Chargemap operate on independent systems: there is no automatic synchronization between OTAs. Updating each profile takes a few minutes and is a one-time investment that pays off over the long term.
Key Takeaways
The charging station filter on Booking.com is not just a technical detail: it is an exclusion criterion for hotels that are not equipped or have not declared their equipment. Activation is free and immediate, but it requires you to be equipped. Listing your charging stations on all platforms (Hotels.com, Google Hotels, Chargemap) remains a task to be completed platform by platform, just once, for lasting benefits.
Learn more
- EV charging stations for hotels: direct purchase or third-party investment, which should you choose in 2026?
- EV charging stations for hotels: the complete guide
- LOM Law: EV charging station requirements for 2026
Sources and references
- Official Booking Partner documentation — Updating your amenities and services
- Automobile Propre — Electric vehicle holidays
- Enedis Observatory — Sustainable mobility
Article written in September 2026. Information verified as of the date of publication. This article is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
