Everyone wants to save money. Finding a cheap motel for your trip or vacation can mean having more money in your wallet for other things, such as meals and shopping. With today's resources, including countless publications and online booking engines like Expedia.com, planning your vacation or trip is easier than ever. Finding a cheap motel room is just a matter of using these resources to your advantage.
Gather all available resources. These include publications such as an updated AAA guide, all online booking sites and motel Web sites. The more information you have at your disposal, the better you can negotiate a rate that works for you.
Rate shop. Check the motel's Web site along with popular travel sites like Travelocity.com and Expedia.com. Are you an AAA or AARP member? If you qualify for a discount, plug it into the Web site. Note the rate you receive from each Web site.
Contact the motel directly. The rates you received online versus those received from the motel clerk over the phone will likely differ. The reservations clerk may offer a lower rate. If he offers a higher one, mention the rates you found online. If he wants to keep your business, he'll have to match the lowest rate.
