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- Make Sure You have a Solid Cancellation Policy in Place.
- Require Credit / Debit Card Deposits.
- Set Discounted or Advance Purchase Rates.
- Use Length of Stay Restrictions.
- Sweeten the Deal for Direct Bookings (Offer discounts)
- Send Your Guests Email Reminders About their Booking.
The trick? Simply move the date of your booking to a later date (which can usually be done free of charge), then cancel it - which often means you are within the free cancellation period and won't have to pay cancellation fees.
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If you cancel after the deadline, you may be charged a cancellation fee. The fee can range from one night's stay to the full amount of your reservation. It's important to note that some hotels may have different cancellation policies for peak times or special events.
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If you want full flexibility, make sure you're booking a rate that allows you to cancel with a full refund. That said, the hotel cancellation policy may be even more strict if you're booking during certain holidays or specific periods. Make sure you're reading the terms and conditions of your rate details.
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Many hotel stays are refundable as long as you cancel within at least 48 hours. But some aren't. If you leave without making any arrangements, the hotel probably will charge you for the full stay. Experts say hotels consider refund requests on a case-by-case basis.
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Unexpected death, near death, or serious illness. You'll likely be asked to provide some sort of documentation as proof, but there's a good chance the hotel will let you cancel without a penalty in this situation.
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