Hotels.com Introduces Star Rating Prices

Hotels.com has unveiled its Star Ratings prices, comparing three-, four- and five-star room prices at the world’s best properties and for the best possible rates. These price comparisons have been gleaned from the Hotels.com 2009 Hotel Price Index, the definitive annual report on hotel prices paid around the world.

“Higher quality rooms in four- and five-star properties are now within the reach of more travelers who previously may have chosen two or three star properties,” said Taylor L. Cole, APR, director of public relations for Hotels.com. “By filtering searches by star ratings during a Hotels.com trip planning session, travelers can find the highest quality rooms at the lowest prices and even take advantage of upgrades for holidays like the Fourth of July.”

Due to continued inventory and economic pressures, consumers have a very timely opportunity to snag great deals and upgrade their accommodations and travel experience. These deals won’t necessarily last, but with the fluctuating economy, prices have hit lows and are only now starting to climb back.

In 2009, a three-star property in Chicago cost an average of $132 per room, a 21 percent decrease from the 2008 rate of $168. In addition, Hotels.com is holding a family sale through July 5 for travel through July 31.