If you're planning a trip to New York and are on a tight budget, you're going to have to find an inexpensive place to stay. This guide on how to find cheap hotels in New York will teach you how to find accommodations in New York that meet your budget guidelines.
Introduction
- New York City is among the most popular tourist destinations in the United States, but also has some of the highest hotel prices in the country. However, if you know where and how to look, you'll be able to find a decent place to stay for a reasonable price.
Step 1: Know What You Want
- Before you begin your search for a hotel, you should be aware of what qualities you're looking for in a hotel. Ask yourself the following questions:
- How long will you be staying?
- How many beds or rooms do you need?
- Do you want a hotel with an in-house restaurant and/or bar?
- Are you willing to stay in a hostel or dorm-style room?
- What general area do you want to stay in?
- How much are you willing to pay?
Step 2: Go Online
- The best resource to quickly and easily find information on hotels in New York is the Internet. The following sites will provide you with basic information on hundreds of different hotels in New York and many also offer ratings and user reviews:
- Kayak.com
- LonelyPlanet.com
- TripAdvisor.com
- Frommers.com
- Fodors.com
- Travel.Yahoo.com
Although some may be available on the sites listed above, there are also several websites that offer free hotel coupons. To view and print available coupons, check out:
- HotelCoupons.com
- AllOnlineCoupons.com
- RoomSaver.com
Once you have visited these websites and found a selection of hotels that meet your criteria, make a short list.
Step 3: Make Some Phone Calls
- Call the hotels on your short list and ask a hotel representative the following questions:
- Does the hotel have vacancies for the nights you want to stay there?
- Is the pricing information you obtained from the website correct or is the coupon you found still valid?
- Are there any further discounts available? For example, some hotels will offer further discounts if you:
- Are an AAA member
- Book online
- Are a student
- Say that another comparable hotel has offered you a lower rate
- Are staying for several nights
- Book a long time in advance
- Ask politely
- Will not be using extra services, such as parking facilities
Conclusion
Staying in hotels can be expensive, especially if you are visiting New York. However, there are dozens of inexpensive options—you just have to know where to look and how to ask for the best price.
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