Save $ on hotels!

There are several ways to save money on hotels.

Of course you should try online. As there are always new sources for unsold rooms at a discount, you really should search. Be aware of their terms though ... some of them charge your credit card at booking and are non-refundable, some charge an extra fee, etc. Read carefully!

Remember that the days can matter as well. Sunday night through Thursday night are usually cheaper than Friday and Saturday.

Also, if you book immediately before you travel, the hotel is more likely to give unsold rooms at a discount. You may need to call the hotel itself instead of booking through the chain's reservation desk for these discounts.

Another great source is the travel magazines that can often be found at McDonald's restuarants or truck stops. They are usually tri-state magazines, and list hotels by area. Very often you can find good discounts on better hotels, or if you need to really save money, you can find bottom-cost hotels advertised in here - often as low as $25 per night with a coupon. Read the terms of the ads carefully to make sure you are booking under their discounts. It's always better to call ahead to the hotel too, to confirm availablility of the discount as they are often limited to a certain number per night.