Essential Hotel Hacks You Should Know Before Making a Reservation

Are you going to stay at a hotel? Then you may as well be smart about it. These hotel hacks will help you save money in the long run. But they’ll also make your stay a lot less stressful.

So here are some essential tips you should keep in mind before you book…

Find Budget Accommodations

If you’re on a limited budget, go online and check out other local accommodations like backpack hostels and even universities. Many of them have reasonably priced rooms. If your budget is ridiculously low, try CouchSurfing, a service people use to accommodate travelers free of charge.

Skip the Continental Breakfast

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If your hotel doesn’t offer free breakfast, pack instant oatmeal packets in your luggage. You can cook them in your hotel’s microwave. You can also use the coffee maker to heat up water for instant soup. And if you’re craving carbs, get doughnuts from a nearby food cart. It’s a lot cheaper.

Negotiate a Lower Rate

Ask your hotel for a lower rate if you’re planning on staying for more than a week. It’s less work for the hotel because they only have to worry about turning the room over for one customer as opposed to turning it for a different customer every night.

Ignore Star Ratings

Don’t assume that a five-star hotel means you’re getting the fanciest hotel in town. The rating often refers to whether the hotel has a gym, a pool and Wi-Fi available. But as far as food, rooms and service are concerned, you might end up with a one-star experience.