We just had wood laminate installed last week. We got it in the living room, family room, kitchen, hallway, and foyer....which is about 1000 sq ft. We paid about $5,500, plus a bit extra for quarter round and such. That is installed by professionals since my husband is not the least bit handy LOL.
Hardwood flooring just would not work for us. Our kids play hard, drop things, etc. We have two dogs with nails. So many people that I spoke with said that real hard wood scratches VERY easily.