Accommodation occupies one of the biggest slices of the budget of each trip. So today we give you 14 ideas for saving on accommodation. Check them out and make good use of them!
Your choice of accommodation will always depend on several factors, such as:
If you are taking a long trip to several destinations, then consider spending more on accommodation and staying in better units in cheaper destinations or staying in cheaper units, like hostels, in the most expensive destinations. Whatever the case, take note of these 14 ideas for saving on accommodation:
1. Think about the location
It doesn't make sense to find cheap accommodation in a hotel that is very far from the city, if you have to spend a lot of money on transport to the places you want to visit. Do the math and see the scenario that pays off most and spends the least money.
2. Stay more than one night
If you have the possibility, stay more than one night, as prices tend to fall the following nights.
3. Check-in on Sundays
Weekends are the days of the week when people travel the most and Sunday is the day when fewer people check-in, since after that the return to normal life begins. So, take the opportunity to do the opposite and start your holiday on Sunday and, with that, get more affordable accommodation prices.
4. Aim for the middle of the week
The same is true for stays in the middle of the week: you will be able to find cheaper prices if you compare with the accommodations at the end of the week or Saturday. In some cases, prices can have a very significant reduction, around 50% discount, in some cases.
5. Travel outside the high season
Hotels are cheaper at different times of the year, so one of the ideas to save on accommodation is, precisely, to travel during those times, called “low”.
Best of all, you will not only have cheaper prices for accommodation, but also for other important services when traveling, such as airline tickets or tickets to attractions.
6. Consider staying in a hostel
Staying in a hostel is already a frequent feature in many countries in Europe and Asia, where the existing network is vast and of high quality.
Thus, you will be able to stay in the city center, or very close, and save money on the payment of the stay. In addition, staying in a hostel is an excellent way to meet other people and, who knows, make new friends.
7. Stay in a nearby city, but outside the city center
If you can't find cheap hotels in the city center, staying a bit outside the city can help you save money on the cost of hotels and apartments. But that depends both on the distance to the places you want to visit, as well as on the travel costs.
8. Choose the free cancellation option
By choosing this option, you gain greater flexibility at several levels: guarantee your stay in a location of your choice, free of charge; you have more time to look for another pleasant and more accessible place; you can expect special promotions that will allow you to make a better deal.
9. Check the dining options
Do a quick search on the price of the catering in the places you will visit, in order to see if it pays to eat in the cafes or restaurants in the city or in the hotel itself.
10. Evaluate the accommodation facilities
There are several amenities that are important today, when choosing the place to stay, namely: wifi, free transportation to and from the airport, free breakfast, cable TV and 24 hour reception. All of these resources will influence your decision, especially at a time when you are trying to save money.
11. Search on social networks
Do your homework and search on social networks for the hotels where you are thinking of staying, to get opinions and feedback from former guests, but also to get to know the accommodation unit better and be aware of any promotions.
12. Sign up to receive newsletters
Sign up via email on your favorite booking sites and the most popular hotel chains, as this is a good way to keep up with promotions, offers and vouchers special and exclusive for subscribers.
13. Delete cookies and computer history
When searching for cheap accommodation deals, use a different browser or do an anonymous search. Otherwise, the sites will store your search data and will bombard you with information about that space.
14. Book in advance
Many hotels offer special promotions if you book weeks or even months in advance. This way, in addition to getting good prices, your accommodation is guaranteed.
Your choice of accommodation will always depend on several factors, such as:
- Budget for the trip.
- Destination.
- Travel style and comfort levels.
- Number of companions.
- Interests.
If you are taking a long trip to several destinations, then consider spending more on accommodation and staying in better units in cheaper destinations or staying in cheaper units, like hostels, in the most expensive destinations. Whatever the case, take note of these 14 ideas for saving on accommodation:
1. Think about the location
It doesn't make sense to find cheap accommodation in a hotel that is very far from the city, if you have to spend a lot of money on transport to the places you want to visit. Do the math and see the scenario that pays off most and spends the least money.
2. Stay more than one night
If you have the possibility, stay more than one night, as prices tend to fall the following nights.
3. Check-in on Sundays
Weekends are the days of the week when people travel the most and Sunday is the day when fewer people check-in, since after that the return to normal life begins. So, take the opportunity to do the opposite and start your holiday on Sunday and, with that, get more affordable accommodation prices.
4. Aim for the middle of the week
The same is true for stays in the middle of the week: you will be able to find cheaper prices if you compare with the accommodations at the end of the week or Saturday. In some cases, prices can have a very significant reduction, around 50% discount, in some cases.
5. Travel outside the high season
Hotels are cheaper at different times of the year, so one of the ideas to save on accommodation is, precisely, to travel during those times, called “low”.
Best of all, you will not only have cheaper prices for accommodation, but also for other important services when traveling, such as airline tickets or tickets to attractions.
6. Consider staying in a hostel
Staying in a hostel is already a frequent feature in many countries in Europe and Asia, where the existing network is vast and of high quality.
Thus, you will be able to stay in the city center, or very close, and save money on the payment of the stay. In addition, staying in a hostel is an excellent way to meet other people and, who knows, make new friends.
7. Stay in a nearby city, but outside the city center
If you can't find cheap hotels in the city center, staying a bit outside the city can help you save money on the cost of hotels and apartments. But that depends both on the distance to the places you want to visit, as well as on the travel costs.
8. Choose the free cancellation option
By choosing this option, you gain greater flexibility at several levels: guarantee your stay in a location of your choice, free of charge; you have more time to look for another pleasant and more accessible place; you can expect special promotions that will allow you to make a better deal.
9. Check the dining options
Do a quick search on the price of the catering in the places you will visit, in order to see if it pays to eat in the cafes or restaurants in the city or in the hotel itself.
10. Evaluate the accommodation facilities
There are several amenities that are important today, when choosing the place to stay, namely: wifi, free transportation to and from the airport, free breakfast, cable TV and 24 hour reception. All of these resources will influence your decision, especially at a time when you are trying to save money.
11. Search on social networks
Do your homework and search on social networks for the hotels where you are thinking of staying, to get opinions and feedback from former guests, but also to get to know the accommodation unit better and be aware of any promotions.
12. Sign up to receive newsletters
Sign up via email on your favorite booking sites and the most popular hotel chains, as this is a good way to keep up with promotions, offers and vouchers special and exclusive for subscribers.
13. Delete cookies and computer history
When searching for cheap accommodation deals, use a different browser or do an anonymous search. Otherwise, the sites will store your search data and will bombard you with information about that space.
14. Book in advance
Many hotels offer special promotions if you book weeks or even months in advance. This way, in addition to getting good prices, your accommodation is guaranteed.
1 comentário
Very useful article, point 1 is something I think many of us often overlook!