There are a few ways to do it, the whole saving money on hotels thing, so here are a few different ideas for you to consider. Different hotels offer different rates, and some charge extra for kids, so beware of that, but there’s a lot more you can do to stretch your traveling buck even further. We offer some ideas to get regular discounts, new technology discounts and some more creative discounts as well. But most importantly, try to apprehend how customer centric the management of the hotel is, because, as professed at https://www.salesforce.com/blog/2019/01/how-to-create-a-customer-centric-experience.html, customer centric managements mean convenience for customers and consumers alike.
> Check Internet Rates –
Look at various websites, but once you do that, give them a call on the phone, because you may be able to get an even better rate on the phone.
Try All Discounts –
If you have a AAA card, tell them. If you’re a senior or a business traveler, tell them that as well. Often the AAA or business discount will beat the lowest published rate, especially in Montana where web integration lags a tad behind the coastal tourist destinations.
Good and Better Breakfast –
Motel 6 is famous for low rates, but they have smaller than average rooms and beds, and they do not offer a breakfast. If you have to go out and buy a breakfast, it’s going to cost you $10-$30 plus a bunch of time you may not have to spare. Most hotels and motels offer a continental breakfast, but many more – especially in Montana – offer an expanded continental breakfast, which has hot waffles, a selection of sausage or eggs, and other filling items as well.
Sleep Youngsters Sideways –
One thing we’ve done to maximize our value is book a room with two beds, and then sleep the gaggle of boys sideways across one while us adults sleep in traditional side-by-side fashion in the other. If you have one, two, or even three kids, you can sleep them sideways in the second bed. Beware some hotels will limit the head-count of a room to four guests, but they don’t check (or even ask) with much concern, so just check in, bathe and zonk out for the night.
Floor Air Mattress –
If you have kids that can’t share a bed, due to size, age, gender or any other reasons, consider packing along an air mattress, which you can inflate and throw on the floor. This allows at least one or two extra sleeping spaces right there, and it only costs you about $30 to buy it, and from there you’re set for the whole travel season. You may need to bring extra blankets or pillows, but you can often get those from the front desk just as easily.
Look for Added-Value
If you need to get rid of the kids so you can catch some snoozy-time, make sure they have a pool, kids area, game room, or other such amenities. This may not factor into your travel equation, but if it does, make sure they have them. If you’re traveling with teenagers, make sure they aren’t so bored that they’ll just go out looking for trouble.
If you don’t know where you’re going, stop by any visitor center and get a state travel book. You’ll find at least a few coupons in there, and it can save you a few bucks on your hotel room.
But double-check your bill before you leave, and confirm it afterward, because hotels love to overcharge the unsuspecting traveler, and it’s easy to miss a few extra bucks when you’re not paying attention.