What if my engine doesn't integrate correctly with Webflow?
Resolve display and connection issues with the booking engine
Key points ● Identify the cause of display errors or integration problems ● Check scripts, embed settings, and responsive configuration ● Test the integration on desktop and mobile ● Apply best practices for a seamless booking experience
When the booking engine doesn't integrate properly, the user experience can quickly deteriorate. Truncated displays, widgets that won't open, blocked iframes, dates that can't be selected, or incorrect redirects... These problems are common and usually stem from poor technical configuration or a visual conflict.
Here's how to effectively correct these errors to ensure a smooth booking process.
Understanding the causes of incorrect integration
Integration issues often stem from: ● Misplaced or incomplete engine scripts ● Errors in the provided embed or iframe ● CSS conflicts with the header or layout ● Engine-side security restrictions (X-Frame Options, cookies, redirects) ● Mobile responsiveness problems ● Blocking by a Webflow interaction or animation
💡 Always start by identifying whether the problem originates from the engine, the embed, or your structure.
Essential checks to correct the integration
1. Verify that the engine allows iframe integration
Some hotel search engines do not allow iframe display for security reasons. If this is the case, you will need to use: ● an external button ● opening in a new tab ● or a script widget provided by the search engine
Ask your service provider which integration methods are officially supported.
2. Check the presence and placement of the provided script
A missing or misplaced script often results in: ● a calendar that fails to initialize ● a widget that fails to load ● an inactive button
Check that the code is correctly placed in the section recommended by the engine (head or before the closing body tag).
3. Resolve CSS conflicts in the interface
A poorly integrated engine can be: ● disabled due to a hidden overflow ● masked by a z-index that is too low ● distorted due to a misconfigured flex or grid parent
Frequent adjustments: ● Make overflow visible on parent containers ● Increase the widget's z-index ● Test with a simple container before placing it in its final design
💡 Test by duplicating the page without interactions or styles to isolate the error.
4. Check redirects and URL settings
If the search engine opens but does not load the correct information, check that the URL complies with: ● date parameters ● number of people ● language ● supplier's hotel code
A simple error in the URL can prevent the engine from working.
5. Test the mobile display
Many search engines display correctly on desktop but break on mobile. Common solutions: ● Apply a width of 100% within the iframe ● Adjust margins and padding ● Check that the element is not contained within an inappropriate flexbox
6. Check the interactions or animations
Certain animations in Webflow can: ● hide the engine ● make it disappear after loading ● prevent the calendar from opening
Try temporarily disabling interactions in the header or page.
Best practices for stable and efficient integration
- Always use the official widget or embed provided by your search engine. ● Prefer script-based integration to iframes whenever possible. ● Test each update in its published version, not in preview. ● Prioritize mobile-first optimization. ● Document the URL parameters used by your search engine.
💡 Tip: if the engine offers an official pop-up version, it is generally the most compatible and the fastest to load.
Conclusion
If your booking engine isn't integrating correctly, simply adjusting the scripts, styles, or iframe is usually all it takes to achieve a clean and functional display. By following these steps, you'll ensure a seamless experience for your visitors and maximize conversions on your hotel website.