A hotel stay can be a relaxing getaway or it can be an expensive regrettable nightmare. The difference is knowing how to find the right hotel and how to get the best prices. So the tips below are perfect for finding the right room at the right price. So keep reading and start planning your next hotel stay.

To save money on a minibar or vending machine at a hotel, pack a cooler before you start out on your trip, and throw in some six-packs of soda or beer and a bottle of wine. When you get to the hotel, if you have a small fridge, you are all ready. If there isn’t a fridge, use the ice machine and your cooler to keep things chilled.

After you check prices for hotels online, call the hotel’s direct number. Sometimes you can get a better price when you reserve directly through …