Everyone loves getting a good deal. We will cover several different ways to help make sure you get the best deal available.
Timing
- Booking your hotel within the week of your stay will allow you to save around 20%.
- Sunday check-in tends to be the cheapest, followed by Monday and Tuesday.
- Waiting until the last minute can offer additional savings but it is risky.
Credit Cards
You can leave money on the table by not doing something as simple as using a specific credit card you may already have. The most common benefit we are aware of are points for using a credit card. A lot of credit card companies reward travel expenses at a higher level than average. Some credit card companies may even offer you a statement credit should you spend over a certain amount of money. Make sure to only spend what you can afford.
Loyalty
Odds are the hotel you are staying at has a loyalty program. Don’t let those potential points and rewards go to waste. The hotel most likely has your name, phone number, email, and more so make sure you’re registered as a loyal customer to avoid missing out on additional perks. Loyalty programs offer additional discounts and perks like room upgrades.
Pay like you skipped the amenities but don’t skip the amenities.
Rewards
There are credit card rewards. There are loyalty rewards. There are even more rewards. Make sure to combine as many of the rewards and perks as possible. Hotels.com has a loyalty, rewards program as well, giving you a free night after every 10 nights you stay.
Conclusion
This is your hard-earned money to treat yourself so spend wisely and make sure you get the most for your dollar. Time your trip accordingly, spend your money wisely, and sign up for the appropriate rewards programs. Follow these and other tips to make sure you enjoy your next trip.
