Can you call and negotiate hotel prices?

Yes, you can often negotiate hotel prices. Directly call the hotel for potentially lower rates, ask about any discounts or package deals, be flexible with dates or room type, negotiate for longer stays, and ask if they can match lower prices found elsewhere. Always be polite and patient during negotiations.



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Making the Call
  1. Ask for the Best Rate. Start the negotiation by saying something like, I found your rate online for $200 per night. ...
  2. Mention the Competition. You can also try dropping the names of the hotel's competitors. ...
  3. Tweak the Dates. ...
  4. Special Discounts. ...
  5. Discount Rooms. ...
  6. Upgrades and Special Requests.


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Hotels often offer discounts for guests who book their stay in advance. These advance purchase rates require guests to book and pay for their stay in full at the time of reservation. By committing to their stay ahead of time, guests can enjoy discounted rates and secure their desired accommodations.

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These charges can vary depending on the hotel's policy and the number of extra guests. Hotels often charge a per person fee for each additional guest beyond the initial occupancy. The additional charges may cover the cost of providing extra amenities, such as additional towels, toiletries, and bedding.

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Though it's best to phone ahead, you can negotiate on arrival. If you walk in without a reservation and are unhappy with the rate you are quoted, tell the desk clerk and ask if there is a lower rate or offer a rate that you are willing to pay.

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Generally, hotels charge per room rather than per person. Most hotels ask how many guests will be staying in the room because they may not allow more than the maximum occupancy of one room for multiple reasons.

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This is when hotels will drop their prices to entice travelers to fill their rooms for the night. For those who are dedicated budget hunters, the best time to book hotel for lowest prices is after 8pm. You might find some hotels that drop their prices significantly at this time to not lose money on an empty room.

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Once you find the lowest available price at the hotel you want to visit, call the hotel's reservation desk. Many hotels will meet or beat the best internet rate when you book with them. They'd much rather skip the commission to the travel site and book your stay directly.

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“Throughout the day of check-in, prices keep decreasing,” says Shank. “If there are still these empty rooms by 4 p.m. the day of arrival, the hotel will have a lot of certainty that they are not going to get filled otherwise. That's when they're really willing to put a really, super good deal on it.”

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Cheapest Day to Book Hotel Reservations Most travel agencies agree that the cheapest days to book hotels are Fridays and Saturdays. While these are the most expensive days for actually checking in and out, the best hotel rates are on the days when most people are traveling.

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If you see a hotel price drop after you book, your best bet is usually to cancel your existing reservation and re-book, said Michelle Phillips, travel blogger at EverywhereTheyRoam.com. “As long as you are within the cancellation policy, you won't lose out on any money,” she said.

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Hotel prices are dynamic, fluctuating based on supply and demand — that means the price you see when you're searching for hotels one day might change the very next, even if the dates of your stay remain the same.

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Does Premier Inn offer last minute discounted rooms? No, Premier Inn do not hold back any rooms for late bookings. All rooms are sold on a first come first served basis. Nor do they offer unsold rooms at discounted rates for last minute bookings.

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How To Get Cheap Hotels: 26 Hacks to Stay for Less in 2023
  1. Book the Hotel Directly. ...
  2. Bundle Your Hotel With Your Flight and Rental Car. ...
  3. Sign Up for Loyalty Programs. ...
  4. Use Discounted Gift Cards. ...
  5. Open the Hotel's Credit Card. ...
  6. Compare Prices Across Sites. ...
  7. Use Incognito Mode. ...
  8. Stay Midweek Instead of Weekends.


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Sign up for a Hotels.com account for Secret Prices The discount varies, but you'll see the savings denoted in your search results with a tag that states Secret Price. Plus, once you've earned 10 stamps with the Hotels.com rewards program, you can redeem them for a free night.

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Hotel staff do care if three people are staying in a room booked for two people. Depending on the hotel, they may charge an additional fee or require that you book another room to accommodate the third person.

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Hotels have always kept logs on their guests, tracking previous stays, comments and complaints, even which pay-per-view movies you ordered.

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