Bed bug-safe becomes a bookable hotel attribute across travel platforms as Valpas partners with Netstorming
Bed bug-safe becomes a bookable hotel attribute across travel platforms as Valpas partners with Netstorming
The hotel attribute travellers are already checking for has just become bookable across the B2B travel industry. Valpas, the globally recognised bed bug safety standard for hotels has integrated with Netstorming, embedding bed bug-safe certification as a searchable hotel attribute across Netstorming’s ecosystem of more than 1,000 B2B booking platforms. Tour operators, travel agents, DMCs, and wholesalers can now filter, identify, and book Valpas certified hotels directly within their existing workflows.
The integration makes Valpas certification available via API to Netstorming’s entire partner network; meaning the bed bug-safe attribute will surface wherever travel professionals search and book accommodation.
“Bed bug-free travel is increasingly becoming a part of customers’ decision-making process when booking a trip and tied to their expectations of quality” explains Martim Gois, CEO and Co-founder of Valpas. “As this category is implemented across OTAs, traditional travel agencies and tour operators, it will help hotels stand out from competitors and, therefore, turn into a commercial advantage.”
Nicola Rizzardini, CEO of Netstorming says that ”partnering with Valpas and displaying their certification directly in our search and hotel pages gives our B2B ecosystem something priceless: the confidence that every property they consider has been independently verified for safety. That’s a promise we are proud to stand behind.”
Travellers are already checking for bed bug safety before booking; searching reviews, scanning reports, and asking travel agents directly according to research by Phocuswright, launching in full in June 2026. For travel agents and tour operators in Netstorming’s network, the signal is already clear: the question is being asked. The integration gives them a verified answer to sell with.
The announcement follows Valpas’s launch inside ChatGPT, the first hotel certification embedded in an AI travel assistant as well as its integration as a bookable attribute on Select Green Hotels. Leading hotel groups including Marriott, ARP-Hansen, and Sokos are already Valpas-certified. The standard is recognised by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) and the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance (WSHA). The certification methodology has been independently verified by Bureau Veritas placing bed bug safety on the same audit grade footing as fire safety or water quality.
About Netstorming
Netstorming is an Italian tech company specialising in the development of software solutions for the tourism industry. Founded in 2004, the company works with international tour operators, travel agencies and DMCs. Over the years, strong partnerships with major Italian and international operators, combined with a highly skilled team constantly updated on travel‑market trends and IT innovation, have positioned the company as a reference in travel technology.
Netstorming offers its core products and a wide range of technology services to the global tourism market. The company believes continuous innovation is key to delivering high‑performance tools that meet clients’ needs, working closely with partners to develop customised solutions that streamline operations and boost productivity.
More information can be found here.
About Valpas
Valpas makes safe, sustainable, bed bug-free travel a reality, so everyone can travel today without fear of health or environmental risks. Founded after co-founder Martim Gois encountered bed bugs while travelling, Valpas today works with 350 member hotels across 80+ destinations and 25 countries, including Belgium, France, Germany, Japan, the Netherlands, Norway, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Iceland. All hold the Valpas bed bug-safe certification, independently verified by Bureau Veritas. Valpas is recognised by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) and the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance (WSHA). Learn more at valpashotels.com and with the Valpas app on chatgpt.com/apps