How to Make a Reservation
Booking a hotel on PriceRoom is quick and easy. Follow these simple steps to complete your reservation.
Quick Answer
- Search for your destination and dates
- Browse results and select a hotel
- Choose your room and supplier
- Enter guest details
- Complete payment
- Receive confirmation
Step-by-Step Booking Process
Step 1: Search for Hotels
On the homepage:
- Enter your destination (city, hotel name, or landmark)
- Select check-in date
- Select check-out date
- Choose number of guests (adults and children)
- Click "Search"
Pro tip: Be flexible with dates to see more options and better prices!
Step 2: Browse Search Results
You'll see:
- List of available hotels
- Photos and ratings
- Prices from multiple suppliers
- Deal Scores
- Filter options
Filter and sort:
- Price range: Set your budget
- Star rating: 1-5 stars
- Guest rating: Based on reviews
- Amenities: WiFi, parking, pool, etc.
- Meal plans: Room only, breakfast included
Sort by:
- Best Deal (recommended)
- Price: Low to High
- Guest Rating
- Star Rating
Step 3: Select Your Hotel
Click on a hotel to:
- View more photos
- Read full description
- See all amenities
- Check location on map
- Read guest reviews
- Compare supplier prices
Important details:
- ✅ Check cancellation policy
- ✅ Verify meal plan included
- ✅ Note check-in/check-out times
- ✅ Review what's included
Step 4: Choose Room and Supplier
Select room type:
- Standard Room
- Deluxe Room
- Suite
- Family Room
- etc.
Choose supplier (if multiple available):
- Compare prices
- Check cancellation policies
- Review meal plan options
- Consider flexibility vs price
Example:
RateHawk: $150/night - Free cancellation ✅
Hotelbeds: $145/night - Non-refundable ❌
GoGlobal: $148/night - Partial refund 🟡
Tip: Pay slightly more for free cancellation if you're not 100% certain!
Step 5: Review Booking Details
Verify everything:
- ✅ Hotel name and address
- ✅ Check-in date: [Date]
- ✅ Check-out date: [Date]
- ✅ Number of nights
- ✅ Number of guests
- ✅ Room type
- ✅ Total price
- ✅ Cancellation policy
Price breakdown shows:
- Room rate per night
- Number of nights
- Subtotal
- Taxes and fees
- Total amount
Step 6: Enter Guest Information
Required details:
- First name (as on ID/passport)
- Last name (as on ID/passport)
- Email address (for confirmation)
- Phone number (for hotel contact)
Additional information:
- Special requests (optional)
- Estimated arrival time
- Any accessibility needs
Important:
- Use guest's actual name who will check in
- Double-check email address
- Phone number should be reachable
Step 7: Enter Payment Information
We accept:
- Visa
- Mastercard
- American Express
- Discover
- UnionPay
Enter:
- Card number
- Cardholder name
- Expiry date
- CVV/Security code
- Billing address
Security:
- 🔒 Secure SSL encryption
- 🔒 PCI DSS compliant
- 🔒 Your data is protected
Step 8: Review and Confirm
Final check:
- Review all details one more time
- Check total amount
- Verify dates are correct
- Confirm guest information
Read and accept:
- Terms and conditions
- Cancellation policy
- Privacy policy
Click "Complete Booking"
Step 9: Confirmation
Immediately you'll see:
- ✅ Booking confirmation screen
- ✅ Booking reference number
- ✅ Summary of your reservation
Within minutes:
- 📧 Confirmation email sent
- 📄 Booking voucher attached
- 🔢 Supplier confirmation number
Save these:
- Booking reference
- Confirmation email
- Supplier reference number
Payment Options
Prepay Online
Most common:
- Pay full amount now
- Booking confirmed immediately
- Often better rates
- Sometimes non-refundable
Benefits:
- ✅ Secure your booking
- ✅ Usually cheaper
- ✅ Nothing to pay at hotel
- ✅ Know total cost upfront
Pay at Hotel
Sometimes available:
- Pay on arrival or checkout
- Card still required to book
- More flexible (usually)
- May cost slightly more
How it works:
- Enter card for guarantee
- Small authorization hold
- Pay hotel directly on arrival
- Choose payment method there
Partial Payment
Some bookings offer:
- Deposit now
- Balance at hotel
- Split payment
Creating an Account
Optional but Recommended
Benefits of account:
- ✅ Save booking history
- ✅ Faster future bookings
- ✅ Save payment methods
- ✅ Manage all bookings in one place
- ✅ Track Deal Scores
Can book without account:
- Guest checkout available
- Still receive confirmation
- Use "Find My Booking" later
Special Requests
What You Can Request
Common requests:
- High floor
- Low floor
- Quiet room
- Adjoining rooms
- Early check-in
- Late checkout
- Airport pickup
How to request:
- In "Special Requests" field during booking
- Be specific
- Understand they're requests, not guaranteed
Note: Hotels will try to accommodate but cannot guarantee special requests.
Booking for Others
Someone Else Staying?
You can book for:
- Family members
- Friends
- Business colleagues
Important:
- Enter their name (who's checking in)
- Your email (for confirmation)
- Their phone number (if possible)
- Forward confirmation to them
At check-in they'll need:
- Photo ID matching booking name
- Booking confirmation
- Payment card (if paying at hotel)
Multiple Room Bookings
Booking 2+ Rooms
How to do it:
- In search, select "2 rooms" (or more)
- Prices shown are for all rooms
- Book together
- All same dates
Or book separately:
- Search for 1 room
- Book it
- Repeat for second room
- More flexibility in room types
Long Stays
Extended Reservations
Tips for long bookings:
- Check weekly rates (often cheaper)
- Contact hotel directly about discounts
- Consider serviced apartments
- Verify cleaning schedule
Usually defined as:
- 7+ nights
- 30+ nights (monthly rate)
Group Bookings
Booking 5+ Rooms
Special process:
- Don't book online
- Contact our support team
- Provide details:
- Number of rooms
- Dates
- Destination
- Group type
- We'll get group quotes
- Better rates possible
Group benefits:
- Negotiated rates
- Flexible cancellation
- Dedicated support
- Payment plans
What Happens After Booking
Immediate
Within 5 minutes:
- Confirmation email
- Booking reference
- Supplier confirmation
- Payment receipt
Before Your Stay
Check your email:
- Hotel may send pre-arrival info
- Check-in instructions
- Directions
- COVID policies
Day of Arrival
Bring with you:
- Booking confirmation (print or mobile)
- Photo ID
- Payment card
At check-in:
- Provide booking reference
- Show ID
- Hotel may authorize card for incidentals
- Receive room keys
Common Issues
Prices Increased
Why this happens:
- Prices change in real-time
- High demand
- Limited availability
- Currency fluctuation
Solution:
- Book quickly when you see good price
- Prices not held until booking complete
No Availability
If hotel is full:
- Try different dates
- Check nearby hotels
- Book further in advance
- Consider different area
Payment Declined
Common reasons:
- Insufficient funds
- Card blocked for online purchases
- International transaction blocked
- Incorrect card details
Solutions:
- Contact your bank
- Try different card
- Verify card details
- Ensure sufficient balance
Confirmation Not Received
Check:
- Spam/junk folder
- Correct email entered
- Wait 15-30 minutes
Still nothing?
- Contact support
- Have payment confirmation ready
- We'll resend
Tips for Best Experience
Before Booking
✅ Read reviews - See what other guests say ✅ Check location - Verify it suits your needs ✅ Compare suppliers - Best price and terms ✅ Read cancellation policy - Understand refund rules ✅ Note check-in time - Plan arrival accordingly
During Booking
✅ Double-check dates - Verify before confirming ✅ Correct guest name - As appears on ID ✅ Valid email - You'll need the confirmation ✅ Save confirmation - Print or screenshot
After Booking
✅ Confirm receipt - Check email arrived ✅ Add to calendar - Don't forget dates ✅ Set reminder - For cancellation deadline ✅ Contact hotel - For special requests
Need Help?
Issues with booking?
We're available 24/7:
- Email: support@priceroom.co
- Live chat
- Contact form