Hotel Search Tool
hotel_searchFull Description
Use this ONLY when the user is trying to FIND/SEARCH for hotels (new lodging options) for a destination and date range. Include all details in inputQuery if provided by the user like: destination, dates (convert relative dates like 'next weekend' to specific dates), number of adults, number of children, number of rooms, and preferences (e.g., 'near Times Square', 'pet-friendly', 'under $200/night'). If dates are not provided, default to today +2 nights. Results are displayed in an interactive map widget and POI markers relevant to conversation are shown on the map. Users can tap a hotel to complete booking on Priceline.com. For follow-ups, preserve context (destination, dates) and issue a new search with updated parameters. DO NOT use for reservation/booking management or support requests, including but not limited to: existing reservations, itinerary details, confirmation numbers, changes/cancellations, refunds, payment issues, account/login problems, customer service, or general Priceline policy questions. Also do not use for flights, car rentals, vacation packages, or general travel advice without lodging-search intent. Do not use this tool to book hotels directly or to retrieve details about a specific hotel. When summarizing results, do not display, cite, or repeat hotelDetailsURL, thumbnailUrl, or lat/lng coordinates to the user; those are for the widget only. Direct users to the widget to view details or book.
Parameters (3 required)
checkInstringCheck-in date in YYYY-MM-DD format. Extract from user query and convert: '12/09' → '2026-12-09', 'December 9' → '2026-12-09', 'tomorrow' → appropriate date. Use the current year. If user doesn't specify, use today's date.
checkOutstringCheck-out date in YYYY-MM-DD format. Extract from user query and convert: '12/13' → '2026-12-13', 'for 2 nights' → checkIn +2 days. Use the current year. If user doesn't specify, use checkIn +2 days.
inputQuerystringThe natural language query to search for hotels. Generate this from user's current query and conversation history. Include all necessary information if provided such as: city, check-in date, check-out date, number of rooms, number of adults as well as any additional preferences.