Looking for accommodation is always an odyssey when preparing a trip. This is due to the difference in prices, location and reviews and, in addition, in recent years have emerged numerous platforms for booking. In LOCK & enjoy! we will help you select the best websites to book accommodation with a simple guide we have prepared.
What are the best websites to book accommodations?
At first glance it may seem that all hosting platforms and websites are similar, however, there are some very important differences that can make your choice the right one.
Booking
The platform Booking is the market leader and is well known both nationally and internationally.
It has a wide range of hotels, apartments, campsites, cottages, hostels, hostels, villas, etc.. And, in addition, in almost any part of the world. However, if the city you are looking for does not appear, it is due to international sanctions on that country, such as Cuba or North Korea.
On the other hand, it has endless filters to help you find the perfect accommodation adapted to all your needs and preferences.
We recommend that you read the booking conditions carefully before making your reservation. Among the possible problems you may encounter are the following:
- Payment of a deposit for the reservation of a house or apartment.
- Very short check in and check out times and with a possible surcharge for check in and check out outside the established hours.
- Payment of municipal taxes in some cities that subsequently increase the initial price.
- Pay close attention to the dates of payment and the possibility of early cancellation, as each accommodation is different.
We would also like to point out that Booking offers other types of services such as, for example, hiring a transfer from the airport to the city center or a rental car.
Trivago
Trivago was founded in 2005 in Germany, therefore, it has also become a reference company in accommodations.
First of all, we can emphasize that it is not a travel agency, i.e. it only compares prices and redirects users to the corresponding websites to make the reservation.
It has a very simple interface because it has customized filters by price, category, location and rating by previous guests. However, sometimes the price filter is not updated and, therefore, when you go to make the reservation, a different one appears.
And finally, it has an extensive database with thousands of hotels anywhere in the world. This advantage makes it very easy to plan any trip, both domestically and internationally. However, it is not the best option if you are looking for an alternative accommodation to the hotel, as its offer is very limited compared to other platforms.
Airbnb
The platform Airbnb has also become in recent years another leading platform along with Booking. It is the preferred one for those travelers or tourists looking for a whole house or a room.
However, the accommodation offered on this website has a very high price and, in addition, it does not allow you to know the exact address of the property, but only the area where it is located.
We would like to highlight the positive aspect that you can interact directly with the owners to solve doubts or make suggestions. On the other hand, the final price of the reservation includes a series of management fees that are passed on to the tourist, considerably increasing the final cost.
If you book a house or an apartment, after check out you can leave your luggage in any of the LOCK & enjoy lockers. Lockers LOCK & enjoy! lockers we have in the following cities:
- Seville.
- Madrid.
- Valencia.
- Paris
- Malaga.
- Las Palmas.
- Palma de Mallorca.
- Benidorm.
- San Sebastian.
Also, through our website you can book many activities to do with our activities to do in the at a good price in these cities.
Atrápalo
The Atrápalo website is also well known for searching accommodations, but only at the European and Latin American level.
It not only focuses on accommodations, but also offers a wide range of services, including the purchase of tickets for shows, restaurants or local experiences. We recommend that you visit the website frequently for the discounts and promotions it offers on its products, as well as on flights.
On the other hand, many users have warned that customer service is very limited, especially when problems arise with bookings (cancellations, time changes, etc.). Cancellation policies are very strict for certain services and, moreover, do not usually coincide with those offered by the product providers.
Last Minute
This platform is considered one of the best for booking hotels or any other type of accommodation at the best price. It is ideal for those travelers who book at short notice, since the company’s policy is to offer last minute discounts on all its services (flights, hotels, etc.).
On the other hand, it offers combined flight and accommodation packages, although other types of activities can also be added. This possibility makes booking and organizing the trip very convenient.
We advise you to check the final price correctly, as sometimes taxes or other additional charges are not included. On the other hand, although it is an international platform, users from outside Europe usually have fewer options.
Have you already decided on one? You can also read our guide to budget travel.
