HotelsReference
Search Options
Complete reference for hotel search fields and filters
Search Options Reference
This page documents all available options when searching for and filtering hotels.
Search Form Fields
Destination
City or location where you want to stay.
| Property | Description |
|---|---|
| Type | City search |
| Search | Minimum 2 characters |
| Display | City name, country |
Destinations are searched by city name.
Check-in / Check-out Dates
| Field | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Check-in | Yes | Date of arrival |
| Check-out | Yes | Date of departure |
Constraints:
- Check-in cannot be in the past
- Check-out must be after check-in
- Minimum 1 night stay
Rooms and Guests
Configure each room independently:
| Field | Per Room | Limits |
|---|---|---|
| Adults | Required | 1-4 |
| Children | Optional | 0-3 |
| Children Ages | Required if children > 0 | 0-17 years |
Constraints:
- Maximum 5 rooms per booking
- At least 1 adult per room
- Each child's age must be specified
Adding Rooms
Click the add room button to add additional rooms. Each room can have different guest configurations.
Filter Options
Star Rating Filter
Filter hotels by star rating (1-5 stars). Select multiple ratings to include hotels at those levels.
Board Basis Filter
Filter by included meal plans:
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| Room Only | No meals |
| Bed & Breakfast | Breakfast included |
| Half Board | Breakfast and dinner |
| Full Board | All meals |
| All Inclusive | Meals, drinks, activities |
Hotel Name Search
Search for specific hotels by name. Enter text to filter results to matching hotel names.
Price Range
Slider filter for price limits based on total stay cost.
Sort Options
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| Price (Low to High) | Cheapest first |
| Price (High to Low) | Most expensive first |
| Star Rating | Highest rated first |
| Recommended | Best value options first |
Default: Recommended