Booking.com review
Hotels, apartments, flights and cars in one booking app
- Booking.com
- Free
- iPhone & iPad, Android, Web
Does it deserve #6?
The verdict
Booking.com has the widest choice of places to stay, from big hotels to small guesthouses and apartments, and its filters make free-cancellation rooms easy to find. Genius loyalty discounts kick in as you book more, and you can add flights, rental cars and attractions in the same app. The catch is pushy urgency messages and cluttered listings. Get it if you book hotels often.
- Huge range of hotels and rentals
- Free cancellation filters
- Genius loyalty discounts
- Flights, cars and attractions
Score breakdown
Overall = features 30% · design 20% · speed 20% · value 15% · privacy 15%. Why these weights?
What we like
- Enormous inventory of stays worldwide
- Clear filters for free cancellation and pay later
- Genius discounts reward repeat bookings
What could be better
- Pressure tactics and cluttered listings
- Customer service varies when things go wrong
Travelers who book hotels often and want the most choice and flexible rates
you prefer booking direct with hotels for perks and easier changes
Questions about Booking.com
Is Booking.com free?
Yes, the app is free and you only pay for what you book. Many rooms offer free cancellation or the option to pay at the property.
What is Booking.com Genius?
Genius is Booking.com's free loyalty program. Once you complete enough stays, you unlock discounts and perks like free breakfast or room upgrades at participating properties.
What are the best alternatives to Booking.com?
The closest alternatives are Airbnb, Hopper and Google Maps. See all of them ranked on our Booking.com alternatives page.
Where does Booking.com rank?
Booking.com ranks #6 of 8 in our Travel & Maps ranking, with an overall score of 8.2 out of 10.