Hotel Deals

B&B homestays for travelers over 50, from $10/night
Mature travelers can take advantage of low-cost accommodations through the Evergreen Club, a homestay organization designed for people ages 50 and up.

Hilton weekend specials, discount rates, and other offers
At any given time of the year, Hilton is usually offering a deal or two, sometimes more. Here are a few you can count on as we head into fall.

Save up to 50-percent at Hyatt hotels or get a free night's stay
Hyatt offers lots of deals, among them up to 50-percent off for seniors, and free nights for everyone in the Caribbean and around the world. More deals are added all the time.

End of summer rates at Omni hotels, Tuesday treats, and more
Stay a Tuesday night at an Omni hotel, and you'll wake up Wednesday morning to an assortment of free goodies. There are also special rates nationwide.

Free personalized check-in and extras at Wyndham properties
Joining Wyndham's By Request club will get you many little perks, such as complimentary beverages and snacks after check-in or extra towels in your bathroom.

Web discounts of up to 20-percent with Choice Hotels
You can save money at Choice Hotels with Little League rates, web rates, city-specific deals, and a special promotion for SmarterTravel readers.

Reduced rates for seniors at B&Bs worldwide
BBOnline.com and BnBFinder.com allow seniors to search for B&Bs that have special senior discounts and packages.

Drury Hotels' e-saver and weekend rates offer discounts
Drury Hotels, with locations primarily in the south and midwest, is offering discounted prices on reservations made via the Internet.

Starwood Hotels and Resorts posts deals online for all brands
Starwood Hotels and Resorts, which includes the W, Sheraton, St. Regis, Westin, and Luxury Collection brands, often posts discounted deals on its website. More are added all the time, but here are a few of the best ones.

Holiday Inn online deals save you money
Holiday Inn offers advance planning discounts, a best rate guarantee, free breakfast, and last-minute rates for Europe. Be sure to check the website for details.

Wyndham webrates, special weekend and family packages, other deals
Wyndham's website is a treasure trove of savings and special packages. To spare you some searching, I found all the great deals and listed them here.

ResortQuest Hawaii hotels offer free kids' perks and rates from $91/night
Families staying at ResortQuest Hawaii properties can take advantage of free perks for kids. Kids 17 and under stay for free, and kids ages 12 and under receive a special "Kids Stay, Play & Eat Free" ID card that can be used for free meals and admissions to top attractions.

AARP members save up to 50 percent at 30 hotel chains
AARP members are eligible for discounts of up to 50 percent at 30 hotel chains worldwide. Although you can sometimes find lower sale prices, these AARP discounts can help you cut your accommodations costs in many instances.

Kids stay free, single parent specials at SuperClubs
Two SuperClubs properties are offering promotions aimed specifically at families on a budget: Kids can stay for free with a minimum three-night stay, and single parents don't have to pay a single supplement.

Free night at Masters Inns in the southern U.S.
If you stay nine nights at a Masters Inn, you can earn a tenth night free.

Experience home away from home with family B&B escapes
Families looking for an alternative to standard hotel accommodations may find B&B stays to be a better value.

Seniors Home Exchange eliminates hotel costs
With Seniors Home Exchange, travelers ages 50 and up can swap homes with other seniors around the world. By staying in a private residence rather than a hotel, you can cut travel expenses.

Free night at Holiday Inn Caribbean hotels and resorts
Holiday Inn is offering a free night at various properties in Aruba, Jamaica, Puerto Rico, or St. Thomas. Minimum stay requirements vary by destination.

Fourth night free at select Wyndham resorts
Wyndham Resorts is offering a fourth night free as part of its "Getaways ByRequest" promotion. Locations include Mexico, the Bahamas, and Dominican Republic.

La Quinta offers last-minute rates from $49
La Quinta has last-minute weekend rates for $49, $59, or $69 depending on your city.

Book ahead and save at least 10 percent at Candlewood Suites
Book at least 14 days ahead of your stay and save at least 10 percent at participating Candlewood Suites; save even more on the weekends without the restrictions.

Midtown Manhattan budget lodging from $89
The Pod Hotel, a new budget property in midtown Manhattan, offers rates starting at $89 per night. The hotel caters to twenty- and thirty-somethings looking for standard accommodations at a lower price tag than other Midtown offerings.

Days Inn online deals: save at least 10-percent
Days Inn offers a best rate guarantee, in addition to ways for AAA and AARP members and advance planners to save at least 10 percent on regular room rates.

Free third night in Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Book a consecutive two-night stay starting on a Thursday, Friday, or Saturday at the Sheraton Chapel Hill in North Carolina and you can get the third night at no extra charge.

Savings at boutique Kimpton hotels on select dates
If you have flexibility in your itinerary and want to enjoy luxury for less, consider Kimpton Hotels' Hot Dates, Great Rates program. These rates, updated frequently online, are available on select dates (varying by hotel).