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How long is too long to stay in a hotel?

Most hotels permit stays up to two weeks or even longer depending on availability. Extended-stay hotels offer long-term stays for people who need accommodations for more than a few days, typically up to six months.



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If you stay more than 30 days in the same room, you are considered to be tenant and the hotel your landlord. Legally, the hotel will be put into a different tax class if this happens. So they don't have to pay extra in taxes, the stay is limited by the hotel to 30 days.

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Most extended stay guests book accommodations for at least one week. This is because the average nightly rate is discounted when guests stay longer.

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Because housekeeping employees typically work 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., hotels may need to pay overtime or add shifts to process early check-ins and late checkouts. That's costly. Hotels also risk losing revenue if you check out at, say, 8 p.m.--far past the time most guests are willing to check in.

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Additional Night Charges Most hotels charge an additional fee for each additional night you stay. These charges can vary depending on the hotel's policies and the type of room you have booked. It's always a good idea to check with the hotel beforehand to find out the exact cost of adding an extra day to your stay.

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Add avoiding rooms on the first and second floor to your hotel safety checklist, as these are the areas most prone to crime. Rooms on the 3rd-6th floors are ideal. Not only is there typically less crime on these floors, but in the event of an emergency, you can quickly get downstairs and evacuate the building.

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Finding a place to shower when you're away from home can be a challenge. If you've ever considered popping into a hotel just to use their facilities, you're not alone. The short answer is – yes, you generally can use a hotel's showers without booking a room. However, there are some important factors to consider first.

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If you're short on time, here's a quick answer: Yes, hotels do care if you have an extra person in the room. This concern revolves around issues such as safety, capacity, amenities usage, and revenue.

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Extra night charges
If you significantly exceed your planned stay and occupy the room for an additional night, you may be charged for that extra night. Hotels often have a set rate for each night, and staying beyond your original reservation may result in an additional charge.

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The 3 PM rule came to play a long time ago, when housekeeping services weren't as efficient as they are today, so the gap between guests leaving and checking-in had to be reasonable. Imagine a hotel in high level occupancy with understaffed cleaning crews and a long line at the front desk.

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Hotels are private property. As such, the management can remove anyone from the premises they wish (barring anything that addresses a protected class). They can evict people who have paid for their room but are creating issues.

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Instead, introduce yourself, explain your travel plans and reasons for staying long-term, and express your interest and appreciation for their property. Then, ask them if they would be willing to offer a special rate for a longer stay, and suggest a reasonable amount based on your research and budget.

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Extended-stay hotels tend to have a cheaper per-night rate than traditional hotels, as hotels like the guaranteed occupancy that extended-stay guests provide and are willing to provide discounts accordingly. This makes them an economical option for long-term travel.

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The best month to book hotels in the US is September. During the month of December, hotel bookings are 6% cheaper on average. The second cheapest month to book a hotel deal is March. Avoid October, as this is the most expensive time to book a hotel stateside.

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The 80/20 Rule states that a small number of causes are responsible for a great number of effects. In business that often means 80% of your revenue comes from 20% of your customers, so looking after them should be your primary focus.

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