So you want to have a memorable summer vacation or spring break but don’t want to fly? A hotel staycation might be right for you.
Staycations are getting popular nowadays. This latest trend can be attributed to the convenience it brings. There’s no need to travel far or go out of town to have fun. Also, it does not eat up so much of your time, thinking what to pack. The only thing you have to do is to make a reservation and book a room for you and your friends, family, or loved ones. If it is your first time to book a hotel, here are some tips to guide you.
1. Make a reservation as early as possible. Booking a hotel six months ahead of your staycation gives you the opportunity to pick the best room and make great savings. Hotel rooms get snapped up fast especially during the peak period. By booking early, you give yourself ample time to think carefully and take advantage of hotel promotion rates. Hotels and travel companies often offer great deals for early bookers. Check out their site to know more about these discounts.
2. Search for hotel packages. If you are having a staycation with your family, look for featured packages that are perfect in creating fantastic holiday moments. Most hotels offer packages if you book and stay before a certain date. For instance, you can avail a family hotel package consisting of free stay for up to two children, free activities for the kids, free access to in-resort water parks if you book and stay before September 30, 2016. It depends on the terms of the package. But before availing it, it is recommended to contact the hotel to confirm the details of the package.
3. Read hotel reviews and comments. You may not have the luxury of time to personally visit the hotel and check how clean their rooms are or if they have leisure offerings and resort-style amenities. Do your homework online by reading reviews of real guests who have stayed in the hotel. These reviews may impact your booking decision.
When reading reviews, take note of how friendly and responsive the employees are. You also have to consider about the price if it’s worth it. Are the rooms spacious, comfortable, and relaxing? How about the food they serve? Is it the type of food to revel in?
4. Use a credit card. Using your credit card as mode of payment provides exciting benefits, including reward points, free night stays, and guarantees. At the time of your reservation, your credit card is not charged yet. It is only used as a guarantee that your desired room will be held in advance of your arrival. Your card will be charged only if pre-payment is required for a particular rate.
Just be sure that when you are using your credit card, your information is safe and never shared with third parties. Spend some time to read the hotel’s privacy statement.
Remember these four tips before booking a hotel and you’ll definitely have your ultimate staycation!