What’s a Hot Rate® Hotel?

Want to stay in an expensive hotel for cheap? Then it’s time you booked a Hot Rate® Hotel.  

What’s a Hot Rate®? 

It’s a crazy good deal on an awesome hotel, all because we keep the name under wraps until after booking. 

How do I book a Hot Rate® deal? 

You choose the Hot Rate® Hotel deal with the dates, location, star rating, and amenities that you want. We then pick the perfect hotel, packed with all your must-haves. The name of your hotel is revealed after booking, and you save up to 60%!* 

Why don’t I know the name of my hotel before booking? 

At Hotwire, we work with top hotels to negotiate exclusive pricing on unsold rooms. Since Hot Rate® prices are so low, brands ask us to show the hotel name after you book. 

How much can I save with a Hot Rate® Hotel?  

You can save up to 60% on the published retail rate when booking a Hot Rate®. Keep more money in your wallet now so you can spend it on all the good stuff later. 

When is the best time to book a Hot Rate® Hotel?  

At the last minute! Right before you’re ready to hit the road, even the same day you want to travel, is the ideal time to score deep discounts. 

Where can I find the cheapest Hot Rate® Hotel prices? 

Glad you asked — in the app! Every single Hot Rate® costs less when you book in the app. We can even text you a download link.  

How do I know which hotel I’ll get?  

We’ll reveal the name of the exact hotel you’ll be staying at right after you book. But we’ll let you in on a little Hotwire hack: On certain Hot Rate® deals, we’ll show three hotels (or two in the app), along with their names and photos, and you’re guaranteed to stay at one of them! 

On all other Hot Rate® Hotel deals, you’ll be able to find out more hints about your potential hotel. For instance, each deal has a section that says, “What hotel will I get?” — click or tap that text to learn more! 

Are there additional discounts or promotions on Hot Rate® Hotel? 

You bet! Head to Hotwire.com’s homepage, sign up for our emails, and be the first to know when we drop additional discounts on Hot Rate® Hotels. 

Can I cancel a Hot Rate® Hotel? 

Since our prices are so deeply discounted, all Hot Rate® Hotel deals are final and can’t be canceled, refunded, exchanged, transferred, or changed. Check out our full Terms of Use agreement for more info. 

What if I find a lower price after booking?  

We won’t be having any of that! With our Low Price Guarantee, if you find a lower rate for an identical reservation within 24 hours, we will pay you the difference between the rates. Rates must be verified by Hotwire, and terms and conditions apply. 

Terms and conditions: 

*Savings are based on actual Hot Rate® Hotel bookings as compared with the lowest published rates found on leading retail travel sites. Prices are dynamic and vary based on booking date and length of stay. There is no guarantee these savings or rates will be in effect at the time of your search. Availability is limited. Hot Rate® hotels are different from retail rates. With Hot Rate® hotels you enter the date, location and star rating. The hotel is revealed only after booking. All bookings final. Prices do not include taxes and fees. 

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