Understanding Your Search Results
Know what each element means to make better booking decisions.
Quick Answer
Hotel card shows: Name, price, rating, facilities, Deal Score
Price: Total for entire stay (taxes included)
Multiple suppliers: Different prices for same hotel
Click hotel: See full details
Hotel Card Elements
Hotel Name & Image
Photo: Main hotel image
Name: Official hotel name
Stars: Classification (1-5 stars)
Location: Neighborhood/area
Price Display
Large number: Total for entire stay
Small text: Per night rate
Currency: Your selected currency
Includes: Taxes and mandatory fees
Example:
$450 ← Total price
$150/night ← Nightly rate
3 nights stay
Deal Score
0-100 rating:
- 90-100: Exceptional deal
- 75-89: Great value
- 60-74: Good price
- Below 60: Fair/market rate
Based on: Historical pricing, demand, market comparison
Guest Rating
Number out of 10:
- 9-10: Superb
- 8-9: Excellent
- 7-8: Very Good
- 6-7: Good
- Below 6: Consider carefully
Based on: Verified guest reviews
Key Facilities
Icons show:
- WiFi
- Pool
- Parking
- Breakfast
- Gym
- Most important amenities
Click hotel: See full amenity list
Cancellation Policy
Badge indicates:
- "Free cancellation" (with deadline)
- "Non-refundable" (cheaper rate)
- "Partially refundable"
Important: Check deadline!
Multi-Supplier Display
Same Hotel, Multiple Prices
You'll see:
Grand Hotel
├─ RateHawk: $450
├─ Hotelbeds: $475
└─ GoGlobal: $460
Why different:
- Different supplier contracts
- Different cancellation policies
- Different meal inclusions
- Different room allocations
Comparing Suppliers
Consider:
- Price
- Cancellation flexibility
- Meal plan included
- Supplier reputation
- Your preference
Sorting Options
Recommended (Default)
Our algorithm considers:
- Price
- Location
- Guest rating
- Deal Score
- Popularity
Best for: Balanced results
Price: Low to High
Shows cheapest first
Good for: Budget travelers
Watch: Quality may vary
Guest Rating
Highest rated first
Good for: Quality seekers
Watch: May be expensive
Deal Score
Best value first
Good for: Value hunters
Balances: Price and quality
Distance
Closest first
Good for: Location priority
From: Your search point
Map View
Hotel Markers
Price pins: Show nightly rate
Click marker: See hotel details
Cluster numbers: Multiple hotels in area
Benefits:
- Visual location check
- See proximity to landmarks
- Compare neighborhoods
What Prices Include
Always Included
✓ Room rate
✓ VAT/Sales tax (usually)
✓ Hotel occupancy tax
✓ Mandatory resort fees
✓ Service charges
Sometimes Separate
Pay at hotel:
- City/tourism tax (some locations)
- Noted in price breakdown
- Per person per night
Never Included
✗ Optional meals (unless stated)
✗ Minibar
✗ Room service
✗ Spa services
✗ Parking (unless stated)
✗ Airport transfers
Reading Room Types
Common Names
Standard Room: Basic accommodation
Superior Room: Better than standard
Deluxe Room: Higher quality
Suite: Separate living area
Family Room: Larger, multiple beds
Bed Configurations
Double: One large bed
Twin: Two single beds
King: Largest bed
Queen: Large bed
Check details for exact configuration
Special Badges
Limited Availability
"Only X rooms left": Book soon
"Last room": Very limited
"In high demand": Popular choice
Deals & Promotions
"Member deal": Special rate
"Secret deal": Exclusive pricing
"Limited time": Promotional offer
Comparing Hotels
Key Factors
Price: Total cost
Location: Distance to destinations
Rating: Guest satisfaction
Facilities: Match your needs
Cancellation: Flexibility
Making Decision
- Filter to needs
- Sort by preference
- Compare top 3-5
- Read reviews
- Check location on map
- Choose and book
Common Confusions
Price Differences
Q: Why such different prices for similar hotels?
A: Location, quality, demand, seasonality, events
Rating vs Stars
Stars: Hotel classification (facilities)
Rating: Guest satisfaction (experience)
5-star hotel can have 7/10 rating if service poor
Deal Score vs Price
Low price ≠ High Deal Score
Deal Score considers:
- Price relative to usual
- Quality for the price
- Market comparison
No Results?
Try This
- Remove filters: See if too restrictive
- Change dates: Try different days
- Broaden location: Nearby areas
- Increase budget: Raise price limit
- Reduce requirements: Fewer must-haves
FAQ
Q: Is price per person or per room? A: Per room for entire stay (unless stated otherwise).
Q: What if hotel disappears from results? A: Someone booked it or it's no longer available.
Q: Can I see sold-out hotels? A: No, only available hotels shown.
Q: Why do some hotels repeat? A: Multiple room types or suppliers showing.