Traveling and booking a hotel room doesn’t need to burden your budget. In fact there are ways to spend a relaxing weekend or short getaway without actually shelling out a lot. You only need to observe these tips on how to get great savings for your stays:
1.Choose your location. Yes, where the hotel you’re eyeing matters because sometimes, you would have to pay more for convenience. Hotels near transportation systems, properties on an island, or resorts fronting the beach may have higher rates than those that are more out of the way. Not being on a “prime spot” can still have some advantages, like enjoying more quiet surroundings or being near places that can be a pleasant discovery or surprise highlight of your trip.
- Book directly to the hotel.Some travelers go to online travel agents or OTAs to reserve rooms, thinking that it’s cheaper there. But do you know that hotels often have perks that you can get when you book direct on their official websites? These could be lower rates, express check-in, or even a welcome drink. Even if their rates may be at par with those of OTAs, hotels and accommodations may give you more exclusive benefits when booking direct.
- Book a hotel that’s contrary to your travel purpose. For example: hotels in business areas are usually packed on weekdays but have more rooms to sell on weekends. And for these rooms to get occupied, the property would give them at discounted rates. These rooms now become a good option for those wanting a weekend staycation in the same area. Similarly, holiday resorts have low occupancy during weekdays, which make them a great option for midweek bookings.
- Subscribe to alerts.Hotels may run limited-time deals so it’s best to keep up with what’s the latest. But logging on to hotel websites or calling the property to know its current deals can be quite taxing. To keep yourself updated, subscribe to their mobile alerts or email newsletters. At least you get to be one of the first to learn if they have price drops, last-minute offers, or mystery deals that you can take advantage of.
Just like at BSA Suites Makati in the Philippines’ Central Business District that has a “72hour Flash Sale” deal. This business hotel in Makati gives up to 40% discount on all room rates for stays until May 31, 2019. But this promo only applies for bookings made on the hotel website from February 25 to 28, 2019. It’s the perfect deal for those seeking an affordable weekend getaway in the city, near many of Metro Manila’s premier shopping and dining destinations.
BSA Suites is located at 103 Carlos Palanca Street, Legaspi Village, Makati City, Philippines. Learn more about this hotel in Makati and its latest offers by visiting https://www.bsasuites-makati.com.
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