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Shop around, look online or call hotels directly to find one that offers a free airport pick-up. Alternately, try an airport shuttle like Supershuttle to avoid expensive taxi fares.A LOZO expert posted this tip. … [Read more...] about Book hotels with free airport shuttles to avoid high taxi fares

Hotels sometimes offer last-minute discounts on nights when they are undersold. An internet search can find some special rates, but the best deals are often gotten through calling and asking the hotel directly. The hotel's booking agent knows exactly how many rooms are empty, and … [Read more...] about Call a hotel directly to ask about last-minute specials

Staying in a hotel in a neighboring town can be much less expensive than staying in a popular town, even if it is very close by and easy to get to. This is especially true during conventions or other major events, where hotels in the host city will be much more expensive. Often … [Read more...] about Save big on travel by staying at out-of-town hotels

Although the snack bar or mini bar in the hotel fridge may look tempting - avoid it! These goods are usually two or three times more expensive than they should be - or even than they might be just down the hall in a vending machine or downstairs in the hotel lobby. Hotels bank on … [Read more...] about Avoid in-room movies and snacks in hotel rooms to avoid surprisingly high fees

Some hotels let kids stay at no additional cost and even eat for free in hotel restaurants. Some hotels also let 3rd and 4th occupants stay for free, rather than requiring fees for every person in the room as other hotels do. Make sure to check before booking so you're not … [Read more...] about Book a hotel that lets kids or additional guests stay free, and one that has relaxed cancellation rules