9 Tips for Getting a Hotel Discount

Many people would like to save money when booking a hotel stay. It is possible to receive a discount but you have to ask for a discount. You are thinking that this is too simple and there has to be a catch. Here are some tips to help with receiving a discount when booking a room.

1. Check the Internet for Hotel Deals. Some hotels will offer coupons or deals if the hotel is book through their website.
2. Make a Phone Call to the Hotel. You can make a call to the hotel and ask the hotel about any specials, deals or promotion given by the hotel.
3. Plan a Hotel Visit during the Off Season. Most people travel in the summer and hotel prices are higher during this time. You can save by planning a trip in early spring or fall.
4. Credit Card Discounts. Some hotels will give a room discount for being a member of a certain credit card company. The manager will know more about any deals given for a certain credit card so ask for the manager. There is a possibility to make some negotiations with the manager and the manager has the authority to give a discount on a room.
5. Student or Senor Citizen Discount. Many hotels give a student or senior citizen discount. You can find out this information by placing a call to the hotel. The hotel will be able to give the days of the discount.
6. Ask About Free Breakfast. Some hotels offer breakfast packages included with the room. If you are booking for a certain package that doesn't include breakfast then contact the hotel about a free breakfast.
7. Get a Referral. If you have a friend that stays at the hotel on a regular basis then mention the person to the hotel clerk. You can tell the hotel clerk that the friend recommended their hotel and ask for a discount. This could help with obtaining a discount on a room at the hotel.
8. Military Discount. Many hotels give a special discount for being in the military.
9. Take Advantage of the Booking During the Off Season. You can ask the clerk about any specials that the hotel is having during the off season and ask for a discount. If the hotel doesn't give a discount then see about getting a better room or a free breakfast.

These tips should be helpful in obtaining some type of discount. It's important to plan early and have fun on the trip.