What Is Klarna and How Does It Work When You Book a Hotel?
You have probably seen the pink Klarna button in online shops. But what exactly is Klarna, and how does it work when you book a hotel? Here are the answers, in simple words.
What is Klarna?
Klarna is a payment service that lets you buy now and pay later. Instead of paying the whole amount at once, you can split it into smaller payments. The shop or the hotel gets paid in full, and you pay Klarna over time.
How does Klarna work for hotels?
On TRVL, Klarna is one of the payment methods at checkout, for every hotel. You choose Klarna, Klarna checks your details in a few seconds and shows you what it approves for this booking.
- Search: enter your destination and dates and pick a hotel.
- Choose Klarna: at checkout, select Klarna as the payment method.
- Klarna checks: in a few seconds Klarna shows you the options it approves for this booking, for example 3 interest-free installments or paying in full.
- Confirm: your booking is confirmed as soon as the payment goes through.
How many installments?
On TRVL you pay in 3 interest-free installments:
- 1st installment: when you book.
- 2nd installment: 30 days later.
- 3rd installment: 60 days after the first payment.
An example: a stay of €600 is €200 when you book, €200 after 30 days and €200 after 60 days. TRVL adds no fee for paying with Klarna.
Do I need a Klarna account?
Klarna will ask for your email and mobile number and may ask you to verify them. You can follow your payments in the Klarna app, which reminds you before each installment.
Is it safe?
Payments on TRVL go through Stripe, and the Klarna step takes place on Klarna's own page. TRVL does not see or store your card details.
Who can use Klarna on TRVL?
Prices on TRVL are in euros, so Klarna is available to customers who live in a country that uses the euro, such as Germany, Austria, the Netherlands, Belgium, France, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Ireland, Finland or Greece.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is Klarna?
Klarna is a payment service that lets you buy now and pay later, for example in 3 interest-free installments. The hotel is paid in full and you pay Klarna over time.
How many installments can I pay with Klarna on TRVL?
3 interest-free installments: at booking, after 30 days and after 60 days, subject to Klarna approval at checkout.
Do I need a credit card to pay with Klarna?
No. A debit card is enough.
Is there a maximum amount for Klarna installments?
Klarna has no fixed spending limit. It decides for each purchase at checkout, based on the amount and your payment history. If installments are not offered, you can still pay in full.
What happens to my installments if I cancel?
Cancellations follow the hotel's policy. When a refund is due, Klarna refunds what you have paid and cancels the remaining installments.