Thriller Thursdays: Finding Hotels for the Low

I've been recently looking for a hotel for an upcoming trip and let me tell you, for a college student that's trying to stay somewhere decent (ie safe and sanitary) these prices are a liiiiittle outrageous! However, with websites like Priceline.com, Expedia.com, and Travelocity.com booking has been a breeze. There prices are a lot more reasonable and you can still book at quality hotels where you can sleep in peace! Besides...most of their commercials are pretty hilarious! I mean the gnome? CLASSIC!

Have any of you ever booked through any online travel companies? How was your experience?