How to get a great hotel rate

[Skanky Vamp]

In a recent survey of Consumer Reports readers, the respondents who tried to negotiate for a better deal were rewarded with a lower rate or room upgrade 80 percent of the time. Skip the toll-free booking number; call the hotel directly and talk about room rates with a clerk.

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[BuffyElevated]

Hell yeah, it seriously works. Also, don't be afraid to ask for discounts if they offer them. With my hubby being military, I've learned that a lot of places offer a military discount, just not proactively; you have to ask for them.

 

[randiann]

I second Cait, I thought Sco was gonna put "Just call Randiann! She'll hook you up....."

Just promise me one thing (cause I hear it all the time)....don't call the hotel back AFTER you check out and ask for a better rate. Cause it isn't happening. You booked it; you agreed to it, you gave me your credit card. Get over it.