Why do you require credit card details for bookings?

Why do you require credit card details for bookings? Your credit card details are required by hotel in most cases as a guarantee for your reservation in case of late cancellation or “no-show”. The hotels have a right to preauthorize your credit card so please make sure that your credit card is valid. Also please note, that if you book a Non refundable room, this type of room has special conditions and your credit card will be charged in advance. Please, always double check the payment and cancellation policy of the room you are interested in before you proceed with the reservation.