Hotwire

Hotwire - Reviews and experiences

Average rating
5.2 /10
Based on 18 reviews
Nov 2023-Mar 2024
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Origin: voluntary submissions: no post-purchase invitations, no rewards
Verification: no standard purchase verification; basic checks against abuse
Moderation: spam/advertising/personal data is removed
Response & dispute: company can respond; users can report reviews via "Report review"

Reviews (18)

Car rental booking experience

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I had a bit of bad luck with booking a rental car through Hotwire. I had to switch up my travel dates last minute for a trip out of my province, but when I reached out to Hotwire for a hand, they refused to help me out. I tried to explain my situation and the need to change the dates, but they wouldn't budge and wouldn't give me a refund. It was a real letdown and left me feeling pretty frustrated with their lousy customer service.

Car rental booking

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I've had a bunch of really bad experiences with this company every time I try to book a car. It's so frustrating and disappointing that they won't budge or make any changes to reservations no matter what. Their customer service is a total flop when it comes to sorting out problems. And on top of all that, their strict rules, like charging a full extra day for being even just a little late, are just totally unfair and super inconvenient.

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About Hotwire

Hotwire is a travel website that operates as a subsidiary of Expedia Group. It was founded in 2000 by Karl Peterson, Eric Grosse, Gregg Brockway, and Spencer Rascoff. The company specializes in offering discounted rates for travel-related services, including hotel stays, car rentals, and airline tickets, through a model known as "opaque" inventory. This means that the specific details of the product (like the name of the hotel or airline) are not revealed until after the purchase has been completed, allowing service providers to sell unsold inventory at lower prices without publicly cutting their standard rates. Over the years, Hotwire has gained popularity among budget-conscious travelers looking for deals while maintaining some flexibility in their travel plans.

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Last update: November 29, 2024

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