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How do I make a reservation?

Updated 11/15/2025

How to Make a Reservation

Booking a hotel on PriceRoom is quick and easy. Follow these simple steps to complete your reservation.

Quick Answer

  1. Search for your destination and dates
  2. Browse results and select a hotel
  3. Choose your room and supplier
  4. Enter guest details
  5. Complete payment
  6. Receive confirmation

Step-by-Step Booking Process

Step 1: Search for Hotels

On the homepage:

  1. Enter your destination (city, hotel name, or landmark)
  2. Select check-in date
  3. Select check-out date
  4. Choose number of guests (adults and children)
  5. 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:

  1. Enter card for guarantee
  2. Small authorization hold
  3. Pay hotel directly on arrival
  4. 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:

  1. In "Special Requests" field during booking
  2. Be specific
  3. 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:

  1. Enter their name (who's checking in)
  2. Your email (for confirmation)
  3. Their phone number (if possible)
  4. 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:

  1. In search, select "2 rooms" (or more)
  2. Prices shown are for all rooms
  3. Book together
  4. 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:

  1. Don't book online
  2. Contact our support team
  3. Provide details:
    • Number of rooms
    • Dates
    • Destination
    • Group type
  4. We'll get group quotes
  5. 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:

  1. Contact your bank
  2. Try different card
  3. Verify card details
  4. Ensure sufficient balance

Confirmation Not Received

Check:

  1. Spam/junk folder
  2. Correct email entered
  3. 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?

Contact Support

We're available 24/7:

  • Email: support@priceroom.co
  • Live chat
  • Contact form

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