1. Ross Moffat is a travel enthusiast and writes
for luxury hotels site Crisp White Sheets
home to its latest hotel at Fonab Castle

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 Make the most of modern technology, in particular social
networks, and bag yourself a bargain.
 Most luxury hotels will have a social presence online and
are likely to use it to promote any special one off
discounts or deals.
 Check the hotel’s Twitter feed regularly. Interact with the
hotel and make them aware of your upcoming stay.
 Talk about your excitement to stay there and tie your stay
to a special occasion like a birthday or anniversary. They
may well offer you a free upgrade.
Get Online

3. 
 When it comes to getting a cheap hotel stay, timing is
crucial.
 Hotel rates can vary wildly on a month to month or
even week to week basis.
 By avoiding summertime, weekends or school
holidays you can get a substantially reduced rate.
Timing is Everything

4. 
 Make sure to check whether the hotel offers free Wi-
Fi.
 Whilst an internet connection may be essential to
you many hotels still charge heavily for usage.
 Failure to check the regulations beforehand could
result in a large unexpected bill.
Wi-Fi

5. 
 One of the easiest ways to save money is to choose a hotel
with self-catering facilities.
 Having the ability to manage and maintain your food can
save you a fortune in restaurant bills.
 Often popular with business guests during the week, you
can save even more by visiting at the weekend.
 A number of hotel chains have redeveloped and
refurbished their facilities, offering guests stylish, sleek
and modern cooking and dining facilities with everything
from energy efficient appliances to outdoor barbecues
and even personal grocery shopping staff.
Self-Cater

6. 
 Hotels love repeat business. It is easier for them and
they can boast about all the return business they
receive from satisfied guests.
 Most of the luxury hotel brands offer loyalty cards
and membership clubs allowing loyal guests to
benefit from exclusive deals, discounts or added
features.
 These can include free Wi-Fi, access to an exclusive
lounge or credit towards the hotel bar or leisure
facilities and they are often free to sign up for.
Loyalty Pays

7. 
 One of the best ways to ensure a cost saving is to get your
hands on an expert agent.
 Whilst you can haggle over costs at a check in desk you
are far more likely to secure substantial savings on a wide
range of services if you use the services of an experienced
and expert affiliated travel agent.
 Not only can these agents negotiate better rates on
accommodation, they can also bag you a whole host of
freebies from transport to breakfasts and even negotiate
admission deals on the best local attractions.
 If the hotel has spa or sporting facilities on site they often
come at an additional cost. Agents can negotiate
discounts on prices or credit to use the facilities.
Use an Expert Agent