6 smart ways to save when booking a hotel
Staying at a hotel is undoubtedly a luxurious experience, but if you’re not careful it can also be quite an expensive one. That being said, if you’re clever about it you don’t have to spend a mint on accommodation. Here are six tips for save on hotels.
1. Stay at a newer hotel
No matter where you’re headed, you’re bound to find a bargain if you choose to stay at a newer hotel. Often, ‘newer’ hotels are looking to attract clientele from the more established options by offering good prices for potential customers.
2. Bundle your hotel in with your airfare
There is no shortage of hotel companies that offer discounts for customers willing to bundle their airfare. Consult your travel agent or head to a travel website and you’ll be able to find a range of discounts available as part of a bundle.
3. Make sure you choose your location wisely
When it comes to picking the right hotel, it’s all about location, location, location. Willing to stay a few minutes outside of town can make things much cheaper. If the city is well serviced by public transport then it’s a great way to save money.
4. Factor hotel amenities into your travel budget
Many hotels offer incentives like pools, game rooms, free shuttles and breakfast, and if you’re staying at a place that does it’s important to take advantage of it. Taking these amenities into your travel budget means you’ll have more to spend on fun things.
5. Book you stay directly with the hotel
If you’ve been using an accommodation search engine to find your place, it’s worth double checking with the hotel directly to see if they can offer you a better deal. Even if they can’t, odds are they’ll be able to throw in add-ons like a room upgrade or breakfast.
6. Join a hotel rewards programs
How are you going to access the best discounts if you don’t have your ear to the ground? By joining a hotel rewards program you can access a number of perks and offers from free wifi to complete room upgrades, which can end up saving a lot of money.
How do you save money when booking accommodation?
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