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A weekly roundup of Priceline - Hotel, Car, Flight's key feedback

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Removed Bidding Feature

Many users are frustrated with the removal of the bidding feature, which they found unique and advantageous. Approximately 10% of users express dissatisfaction, feeling the app is now just like any other hotel booking app without this feature.

The app lost its uniqueness when the bidding feature was removed, making it just another hotel app.

2

Poor Customer Service

A significant number of users report dissatisfaction with customer service, especially when issues arise. About 15% of users mention inadequate support, lack of refunds, and poor communication as major pain points.

Customer service is unhelpful when issues occur, leaving me without support or refunds.

3

Booking Inconsistencies

Users frequently encounter inconsistencies between what they book and what they receive, such as room types or car availability. Roughly 12% of users experience these discrepancies, leading to frustration and additional costs.

I booked a specific car and room type, but received something different, causing inconvenience and extra charges.

4

Refund and Cancellation Issues

Many users face challenges with refunds and cancellations, even when they have purchased insurance. Approximately 8% of users report difficulties in getting refunds or canceling bookings, which leads to dissatisfaction.

Despite having insurance, my cancellation was not accepted, and I couldn't get a refund.

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#1 USERS CHOICE

Priceline - Hotel, Car, Flight
Priceline receives mixed feedback, with many users praising its ease of use, significant savings, and reliable service, while others criticize its customer service and issues with bookings and refunds. Users appreciate the app's ability to find great deals, but some express frustration over unexpected fees and poor customer support.

#2 RUNNER UP

Booking.com
Booking.com is appreciated for its ease of use, variety of options, and competitive pricing, but users frequently report issues with customer service and refund processes. While many find it reliable for booking accommodations, others have faced challenges with misleading information and difficulty in resolving booking issues.

#3 Straggler

Expedia
Expedia is often criticized for poor customer service and hidden fees, leading to a frustrating user experience. While some users find it convenient for booking travel, many report issues with refunds, booking errors, and lack of support, making it less favorable compared to direct bookings with hotels or airlines.
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Priceline - Hotel, Car, Flight
#1 Users Choice
Priceline receives mixed feedback, with many users praising its ease of use, significant savings, and reliable service, while others criticize its customer service and issues with bookings and refunds. Users appreciate the app's ability to find great deals, but some express frustration over unexpected fees and poor customer support.
Booking.com
#2 Runner-up
Booking.com is appreciated for its ease of use, variety of options, and competitive pricing, but users frequently report issues with customer service and refund processes. While many find it reliable for booking accommodations, others have faced challenges with misleading information and difficulty in resolving booking issues.
Expedia
#3 Straggler
Expedia is often criticized for poor customer service and hidden fees, leading to a frustrating user experience. While some users find it convenient for booking travel, many report issues with refunds, booking errors, and lack of support, making it less favorable compared to direct bookings with hotels or airlines.

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Major Highlights of the Week

Bidding Feature Removal
The removal of the bidding feature has diminished Priceline's unique value proposition, making it indistinguishable from other hotel apps. Users feel that direct hotel bookings offer more reliability and flexibility.
Priceline ceased to have any advantage when they removed the bidding feature.
Customer Service Failures
Frequent complaints highlight inadequate customer support, especially during trip disruptions, leading to unresolved issues and financial losses. Even loyal, high-tier members report dissatisfaction with the lack of assistance.
Horrible customer service no help when something goes wrong, 32 trips this year.
Refund Policy Issues
Users experience difficulties obtaining refunds for unused services, particularly when delays exceed a 72-hour window, causing frustration and financial loss. This rigid policy is perceived as unfair and unacceptable.
Priceline keeps $39 from customers even when they know the rental was never used.
Inaccurate Availability
The app fails to verify real-time availability of hotel rooms and rental cars, leading to booking discrepancies and unmet expectations. This results in users being charged for services they cannot utilize.
They never check with the hotel to see if rooms are actually available.
Misleading Deals
Users report that advertised deals are often unavailable or misleading, with the app showing sold-out options without updates. This creates a frustrating booking experience and erodes trust in the platform.
Shows deals that are sold out and does not refresh or remove them.
Convenience Fee Surprise
The addition of unexpected convenience fees during flight bookings is seen as a deterrent, prompting users to consider alternative booking platforms. This hidden cost undermines the app's value proposition.
It adds a 'convenience fee' when booking flights through the app.
Nuggets

Major Highlights of the Week

Everything you need to know about user experience
Bidding Feature Removal
The removal of the bidding feature has diminished Priceline's unique value proposition, making it indistinguishable from other hotel apps. Users feel that direct hotel bookings offer more reliability and flexibility.
Customer Service Failures
Frequent complaints highlight inadequate customer support, especially during trip disruptions, leading to unresolved issues and financial losses. Even loyal, high-tier members report dissatisfaction with the lack of assistance.
Refund Policy Issues
Users experience difficulties obtaining refunds for unused services, particularly when delays exceed a 72-hour window, causing frustration and financial loss. This rigid policy is perceived as unfair and unacceptable.
Inaccurate Availability
The app fails to verify real-time availability of hotel rooms and rental cars, leading to booking discrepancies and unmet expectations. This results in users being charged for services they cannot utilize.
Misleading Deals
Users report that advertised deals are often unavailable or misleading, with the app showing sold-out options without updates. This creates a frustrating booking experience and erodes trust in the platform.
Convenience Fee Surprise
The addition of unexpected convenience fees during flight bookings is seen as a deterrent, prompting users to consider alternative booking platforms. This hidden cost undermines the app's value proposition.

Quotes of the week

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Priceline ceased to have any advantage when they removed the bidding feature. It’s now just another useless hotel app. Booking with the hotel directly ensures no issues if you need to cancel.
BeckyWins!
Horrible customer service no help when something goes wrong, 32 trips this year. Platinum member. Moment something goes wrong they can’t help.
Yup007g
App itself is clean and easy to operate, when searching for hotels on the map app lags terribly and crashes. Shows deals that are sold out and does not refresh or remove them.
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The quotes of the week

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Priceline ceased to have any advantage when they removed the bidding feature. It’s now just another useless hotel app. Booking with the hotel directly ensures no issues if you need to cancel.
Candice Wu
App Store
Horrible customer service no help when something goes wrong, 32 trips this year. Platinum member. Moment something goes wrong they can’t help.
Kelly Williams
Google Play
App itself is clean and easy to operate, when searching for hotels on the map app lags terribly and crashes. Shows deals that are sold out and does not refresh or remove them.
Koray Okumus
Google Play

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