Cookie Policy
Last updated: 6 November 2026
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our site.
How We Use Cookies
Stays Direct uses cookies for various purposes:
- To enable essential website functionality
- To remember your preferences and settings
- To analyze website traffic and usage patterns
- To improve our services and user experience
- To deliver relevant content and advertisements
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility.
These cookies cannot be disabled as the website would not function without them.
Functional Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced features. Examples include:
- Remembering your login details
- Storing your location preferences
- Saving your search history
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. We use this data to:
- Track visitor numbers and behavior patterns
- Measure the effectiveness of our content
- Improve website navigation and usability
Marketing Cookies
These cookies track your browsing activity to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They also help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party services that set cookies on our website. These include:
- Google Analytics for website traffic analysis
- Social media platforms for content sharing
- Payment processors for secure transactions
- Advertising networks for targeted marketing
These third parties have their own privacy policies, and we have no control over their cookies.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences through:
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner where you can choose which types of cookies to accept.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Delete existing cookies
- Allow cookies only from specific websites
- Set your browser to notify you when cookies are sent
Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website and your user experience.
Cookie Duration
Cookies can be either:
- Session cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
More Information
For more information about how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: privacy@staysdirect.co.uk
Phone: 0800 088 4225