Trivago showed fake discounts, how can I check if hotel prices are real before booking?

A lot of tourists say that Trivago shows "discounts" that aren't always real. This is because Trivago doesn't set prices; it gets them from partner booking sites.

Before making a decision, always check the rate on the hotel's official website as well as at least one other reliable site, such as Booking.com, Expedia, or Hotels.com, to make sure the deal is real.

Pay close attention to the type of room, the canceling policy, and whether taxes or resort fees are included. Some sites only show the base rate to make the price look lower.

You can also use Google Hotels to look at different hotels for the same times and types of rooms.

If you think the "discount" being offered isn't what it seems to be, take screenshots of both the Trivago listing and the real hotel rate.

These can help you ask Trivago's customer service for more information or later challenge the charge with the booking site or your bank.

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