Using Search Filters Effectively
Filters help you quickly narrow down thousands of hotels to find your perfect match.
Quick Answer
Access filters: Click "Filters" on search results
Categories: Price, rating, facilities, location, supplier
Multiple selections: Combine filters
Reset: Clear filters to start over
Filter Categories
Price Range
Set budget:
- Minimum price
- Maximum price
- Or both
Benefits:
- Only see affordable options
- Save time
- Avoid disappointment
Star Rating
Hotel classification:
- 1-star to 5-star
- Select multiple
- Quality indicator
Remember: Stars vary by country
Guest Rating
Review scores:
- 6+ (Good)
- 7+ (Very Good)
- 8+ (Excellent)
- 9+ (Superb)
Based on: Guest reviews
Facilities & Amenities
Popular options:
- Pool
- WiFi
- Parking
- Breakfast
- Gym
- Pet-friendly
See full list in facility filters
Location
Distance from:
- City center
- Landmarks
- Your search point
Neighborhood:
- Select specific areas
- Filter by district
Cancellation Policy
Flexibility:
- Free cancellation only
- Non-refundable (usually cheaper)
- Show all
Supplier
Choose provider:
- RateHawk
- Hotelbeds
- GoGlobal
- SunHotels
- All
Why filter: Different policies, prices
Property Type
Accommodation style:
- Hotels
- Apartments
- Resorts
- Hostels
- Villas
Meal Plans
Food included:
- Room only
- Breakfast included
- Half board
- Full board
- All-inclusive
Filter Strategies
Start Broad
- Search destination/dates
- See all results
- Note total number
- Then apply filters
Avoid: Filtering before searching
Progressive Filtering
Apply in order:
- Price range (eliminate expensive)
- Star rating (quality level)
- Location (preferred area)
- Key facilities (must-haves)
- Guest rating (quality assurance)
Result: Manageable list of great options
Must-Have vs Nice-to-Have
Must-have filters:
- Budget limits
- Essential facilities (e.g., parking if driving)
- Required accessibility features
Nice-to-have:
- Apply only if many results
- Can be flexible
- Add gradually
Common Filter Combinations
Business Traveler
✓ Free WiFi
✓ Business center
✓ Work desk
✓ Free cancellation
✓ Central location
Family Vacation
✓ Pool
✓ Family rooms
✓ Free parking
✓ Breakfast included
✓ Kitchen (for apartments)
Budget Traveler
✓ Maximum price set
✓ Free WiFi
✓ Good guest rating (7+)
✓ Free cancellation
Luxury Stay
✓ 5-star only
✓ Spa
✓ Pool
✓ Excellent rating (9+)
✓ Airport shuttle
Understanding Results
Result Count
Shows: "X hotels found"
Updates: As you add/remove filters
Too few: Remove some filters
Too many: Add more filters
Sorting
Combine with filters:
- Filter first
- Then sort by:
- Price (low to high)
- Guest rating
- Distance
- Deal Score
Clearing Filters
Reset All
Click "Clear All":
- Removes all filters
- Shows all results
- Start over
Remove Individual
Click X on specific filter:
- Keeps others active
- Fine-tune results
Mobile App Filters
Same options:
- All filters available
- Tap filter icon
- Select options
- Apply
Tip: Use landscape mode for easier selection
Advanced Tips
Save Searches
Create account to:
- Save filter preferences
- Reuse combinations
- Quick access
Map View
Combine filters with map:
- See filtered hotels on map
- Visual location check
- Refine by area
Deal Scores
Use with filters:
- Filter to budget/needs
- Sort by Deal Score
- Find best value
Common Mistakes
Over-Filtering
❌ Too many requirements
❌ No results or very few
❌ Missing good options
Solution: Prioritize must-haves only
Conflicting Filters
Example:
- 5-star hotels
- Under $50/night
- Impossible combination
Solution: Adjust expectations
Ignoring Filters
❌ Browsing all results
❌ Wasting time
❌ Information overload
Solution: Use filters to save time
FAQ
Q: Do filters affect price? A: No, they only show/hide hotels. Prices remain same.
Q: Can I save filter preferences? A: Create account for saved searches (coming soon).
Q: Why do some filters have no results? A: No hotels match that criteria for your dates/location.
Q: Are filtered results still best prices? A: Yes, we always show best available rates.