Frequently
Asked Questions
What happens when I make a reservation?
Entering your credit card information and hitting the submit button
will result in a new screen showing a confirmation or reference number
which should be used for any further correspondence with the travel
reservation center. Additionally, all reservations will be followed
up with an email using the same confirmation or reference number.
Please make sure that you only hit the submit button once as hitting
it more than once may result in multiple bookings or reservations
errors.
Will my credit card be charged when I book my reservation?
This varies on the type of rate selected and the hotel selected.
All Hot Rate reservations are charged at time of booking as are
any service fees noted in the rates and policies section of the
site. For additional information please refer to your hotels individual
deposit policy.
Are taxes included in the rate?
Most rates do not include taxes.
What if I need a specific room (non smoking, handicapped etc..)?
Please enter your request in the request field of the reservation
form. We will submit your request to the hotel and the hotel staff
will do their best to accommodate these requests, however we cannot
guarantee that your requests will be granted because they are subject
to availability upon arrival.
Is the room per person or per night?
Rates are quoted per room on a nightly basis unless otherwise specified.
Additional people, children, rollaway beds and other items may be
subject to additional charges.
I should receive a discounted rate. How do I get this?
The rates displayed are the only rates available to this site for
making reservations. If you do not see the rate you are looking
for it may not be available for your dates of stay or through this
site.
How do I know if I qualify for a specific rate?
Rates displayed may include but are not limited to government, corporate,
senior and AAA discounts. You may be required to present special
documentation at check in to confirm you are qualified to receive
that rate. Please refer to the rate description for information
regarding ID requirements. Please do not expect to receive these
rates at check in without the proper identification even if you
have selected it online.
Can I use special coupons from the hotel?
Currently we cannot accept special hotel coupons towards your reservation.
What if there will be more than 2 adults in the room?
Most hotels allow additional guests to stay in the rooms at a charge
(usually between $10-$20 per extra person per night) provided the
bedding in the room can accommodate extra persons. Most hotels do
have a limit on how many people may stay in a room type so please
make sure that the room you are viewing can accommodate your party
before confirming your reservation. If you book a room that cannot
accommodate your party size the hotel may cancel your reservation
or require that you book additional rooms. Please note that the
Travel Reservation center will not be responsible if you book a
room type that cannot accommodate your party size.
Our children will be traveling with us - do they stay free?
Usually in the US children under 12 years of age stay for free in
their parents room using the existing bedding, in most other countries
only children under 3 stay free. The age requirements differ depending
on the specific hotels policies and may sometimes be viewed in the
hotel information. When not listed, please contact customer care
for assistance.
I entered more than 2 adults - how come there are only double rooms
showing available?
The site will show current availability at the selected hotel. If
the room types displayed do not match your request it is because
the hotel does not have availability for that room type. Our system
does not have the ability to pre-select the room type based on the
number of travelers so you must make sure that the room you are
reserving can accommodate your party before confirming. If you book
a room that cannot accommodate your party size the hotel may cancel
the reservation or require that you book additional rooms. Please
note that the Travel Reservation center will not be responsible
if you book a room type that cannot accommodate your party size.
Are rollaway beds available?
Most hotels offer rollaway beds and cribs for an additional charge
(usually $5-$10 per night). Some may have restrictions on what room
types will allow rollaway beds. Please include your request in the
request section of the reservation page.
What are the minimum age requirements?
Please be aware that some hotels may have minimum age restrictions
or requirements when reserving a room. For example, some hotels
with casinos may require you to be 21 years of age to check into
a room. Please inquire with a customer care agent or with the hotel
directly.
What is the hotel check in time?
Hotel check in time is usually any time after 3PM.
Will the hotel hold my room if I am arriving late?
Because your reservation is guaranteed with a credit card the hotel
is obligated to hold your room until 7Am the day after arrival.
What if I need early arrival?
Early arrival is a request that you should note in the request section
of the reservations page. As with any request w will submit your
request to the hotel and the hotel staff will do their best to accommodate
these requests, however we cannot guarantee that your requests will
be granted because they are subject to availability upon arrival.
What if I do not receive a confirmation at the time of booking
or a blank screen comes up?
If you do not receive a confirmation at time of booking please wait
a few moments and check your email as you may have received the
confirmation via email. If you do not show this in your email please
contact a customer care representative.
How do I view my room reservation after it is made?
From the website home page click the review reservation link and
enter your fist name, last name and either your confirmation number
or the last 4 digits of the credit card used to make the reservation.
Please note the name must be entered exactly as it was entered on
your reservation. If you are still unable to access your reservation
please contact our customer care center.
What if I do not receive my email confirmation?
If you do not receive an email after making a reservation it may
be that we have the incorrect email address or your ISP may have
blocked the email. Please contact our customer care center and we
will re-send the confirmation by email, fax or regular post.
How long will it take for the hotel to show my reservation?
The time it takes for a hotel will vary by specific hotel and arrival
date. In most cases the hotel should receive the reservation within
an hour from booking (except for nights and weekends when the hotel
reservation department is closed) There are certain reservations
that are booked out of an allotment and while your room is guaranteed,
the hotel will not have your name on the reservation until approximately
one week prior to arrival.
What if I arrive at the hotel and they do not show my reservation?
All of our reservations are confirmed with the hotel or its management
company so if you arrive at a hotel and they do not show the reservation
please call our Customer Care Center at 888-245-0637 immediately
and we will advise the hotel on where to find the reservation.
What if the hotel says the rate is not correct?
If the hotel is telling you that your rate is higher than you are
confirmed please check any extra person charge notations on your
confirmation, most times this will explain the rate difference.
If you do not have extra persons please contact our customer care
center for additional assistance.
I received a confirmation but I am now being told the hotel
is sold out - what do I do?
If you have a pre-paid reservation and the hotel is sold out we
will make every attempt to find a similar alternative to re-accommodate
your reservation or you will be issued a full refund. If you do
not have a pre-paid reservation it is the hotels responsibility
to help re-accommodate your reservation to a nearby property.
What do I do if I need to change my reservation?
If you need to modify your reservation please contact our customer
care center for assistance. Please note that you may be required
to cancel your original reservation and rebook for the new dates.
However, we suggest you first check availability for the new desired
dates, to avoid any disappointment from canceling your first booking
if the new dates are not available. Cancellation fees will still
apply, as the first reservation is considered "cancelled,"
but credit will be given for unused room nights if applicable per
the cancellation penalty.
What is a cancellation policy - will my credit card be charged
if I do not cancel my reservations?
Cancellation policies vary from hotel to hotel but are implemented
by hotels to avoid holding a room available for a guest who will
not use it. If you do not cancel your reservation within the allotted
cancellation period, the hotel will charge a penalty (usually 1
night room and tax) to the credit card given to reserve the room.
Please be sure to review the cancellation policy for your hotel
carefully during the booking process. If you have questions about
the cancellation policy for your particular hotel reservation please
contact our customer care center for assistance.
My cancellation policy reads Cancel 24 hours prior to arrival
and I plan on checking in at 11PM, can I cancel my reservation by
11PM on the day before my arrival?
Cancellation policies are related to the hotel check in time, not
your projected arrival time. If your hotel cancel policy lists a
24, 48 or 72 hour cancellation policy it means you must cancel by
4PM local hotel time of the date in question.
How do I cancel my reservation?
Reservations may be canceled online. Please follow the instructions
on how to review your reservation on line. You may also contact
our customer care center to cancel reservations. It is your responsibility
to obtain a cancellation # for your reservation. If you are unable
to reach our customer care center, you may call the hotel directly
to obtain your cancellation # and then contact customer care as
soon as possible after obtaining the number from the hotel.
Where can I get directions to the hotel, shuttle information
etc..?
Many times this information is listed in the information page on
the hotel. If it is not listed on the web site, please contact the
hotel directly.
What is a service fee?
A service fee may be added to your reservation for use of the services
of the website. Service fees are charged at the time of booking.
Please refer to the rates and policies section for individual service
fee information.
What is a Hot Rate?
Whenever you see a Hot Rate icon, you are assured that the site
has negotiated a special rate with the hotel. Our Hot Rate program
offers special rates that will save you up to 70% off retail rates
at thousands of brand name and quality independent hotels. When
you book through the Hot Rate program, you can be confident you
are getting a great deal.
What is a prepaid reservation and why are Hot Rates Pre-paid?
Pre-payment from guests allows hotels to extend their deepest discounts.
The hotel room is charged to your credit card at the time of the
booking. Hotels typically collect payment information separately
for incidentals such as meals, movies, parking and phone calls.
Cancellation terms and fees apply to pre-paid bookings. Prepaying
your hotel room assures the deep discount rate is "locked in"
and paid, so you will not be subject to room rate increases.
How does the hotel know I have already paid for my room?
After you confirm your reservation you will receive a pre-paid voucher
via email. Simply print this voucher and present to the hotel upon
check in.
What if I find a lower price after booking a Hot Rate?
If you find a lower price on anther website within 24 hours of purchasing
a Hot Rate reservation we will cancel the reservation and waive
all penalties provided that the reservation does not fall within
the hotels cancellation penalty period.
How can I book more than one Hot Rate room at a time?
At this time you can only book 1 Hot Rate room at a time.
What if I need to change my Hot Rate reservation?
Please keep in mind that any changes or cancellations of a pre-paid
Hot Rate other than the addition of more nights will incur a $25
penalty fee. Changes to a Hot Rate reservation may require cancellation
of the original reservation and rebooking at the current available
rate.
What is the refund policy on Hot Rates?
All changes or cancellations prior to arrival are subject to a $25
processing fee. Reservations changed or cancelled inside the hotels
cancellation period will incur an additional charge of 1 night room
and tax.
If I check out early on a Hot Rate reservation can I obtain
a refund for the nights I did not stay?
Upon arrival and check in at a hotel, you are responsible for the
entire length of stay. No refunds or credits will be issued for
any nights reserved but not consumed.
How can I obtain a receipt for my hotel room?
Your voucher is your receipt, please retain a copy of your voucher
for your records. If need an additional copy of your voucher please
contact our customer care center and we can re-send the voucher
via email.