Hotwire is a deal-driven travel site focused on discounted hotels, flights and rental cars, best known for its opaque "Hot Rate" bargains. Ideal for budget-conscious, flexible travelers seeking last-minute packages and bundled savings via a streamlined website and high-performing mobile app.
Why Hotwire
Top reasons travelers choose Hotwire
Hotels & Hot Rates
Hotwire’s signature Hot Rate hotel offers conceal the property name until after purchase, trading a small degree of certainty for meaningful savings. Properties are vetted and ratings are visible, so flexible travelers often score higher-rated accommodations at lower prices. Use location filters and star-level options to limit surprises and secure a discounted nightly rate with confidence.
Cars & Flights
Hotwire lists rental cars by vehicle class and supplier, with clear pricing and discount markers; flights are presented for quick price comparisons and bundling. Car Hot Rates can yield significant reductions on mid-size and standard classes. For road trips and city breaks, combining flight, hotel and car on one booking often unlocks the deepest overall savings.
What they sell
Bottom line
What we like
- Meaningful discounts via Hot Rate opaque deals
- Competitive bundle pricing for hotel+flight+car
- Fast, intuitive website and mobile app
- Large inventory through Expedia Group partners
Worth knowing
- Opaque Hot Rates hide the exact hotel/airline until after purchase
- Cancellation and change policies vary by supplier and can be restrictive
- Limited loyalty perks compared with booking directly with hotels or airlines