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Local governments also frequently view Western-style business hotels as a chance to generate large amounts of tax revenues for that government (and line the pockets of more than a few local officials). Reliable utility infrastructure and 'security' costs can also be quite high. So their operating costs can be a lot higher than what a local cheap labor force would indicate in many other places.
I agree- I've stayed in many hotels in India and they've been glorious- the nicest I've stayed anywhere in the world and not as expensive as a comparable room in, say, Chicago but still very high by local standards. I accept that because we Westerners expect a reliable supply of electricity, hot water and food preparation standards in the restaurants that won't upset our non-Indian digestive systems. I went there as a tourist last year (previous trips were business) and I have to admit that after a day of the sights, sounds and smells of the cities it was a blessing to retreat to a luxurious room, fantastic food and a pristine swimming pool. Yes, I'm spoiled- I needed that balance.
One of the best price / amenities balances I've achieved was staying at Twin Arrows Casino & Resort outside of Flagstaff, AZ. I did not gamble (still have not to this day, maybe one day?) but overall was a GREAT stay and a wonderfully modern room.
Rates?
Depending on the rate (and if I can cheap out through 1-800-PRICELI, all the better), I may keep it in mind next time I plan to be down that way. I haven't had a proper multi-state road trip in several years (and haven't been to Arizona in over 20) so there may be one sometime in future.
I decided a year ago that the days of $300-$400 rooms were over, for me. (Not that my family ever stayed in too many of them). I have stayed in far too many really nice $150-$200 rooms to keep throwing money away like that. I realize that "overpriced" is a relative term..........for me, I have decided that they are just not worth it. (In comparison, we stayed at a nice Sheraton in Phoenix a few months ago, for $160 plus tax. We got an absolutely MASSIVE upper floor suite....and I do mean massive. Plus a patio that you literally could fit 100 people on, with a great view of Phoenix. It included Club level amenities, free parking, etc. I'll look for only THOSE kinds of places from now on.)
That said, in a moment of weakness I booked my family a small, basic room at the Chateau de Frontenac a month ago..........it was for late October and was going to cost $360, all in. I actually thought it was a "GREAT DEAL!"...........lol. It's a great place, but not worth $360 to me. As it turns out, unavoidable change of plans means that I will have to cancel it, with a $35 penalty. That will teach me! And I mean it.
My top limit is $200 for a really good room (if I can't find anything better), and $250 for some place that's absolutely spectacular......and those are all in figures.
It shocks me how many places have upped their prices over just the last couple of years.....basically doubling their prices. (I noodle around a ton on travel sites). Some other guys will have to fill those rooms, I guess.
Do you have a top limit?? If so, what is it??
I think it’s only worth it in certain circumstances, such as staying on the monorail line at Disney, or again at Disney if you want the experience of giraffes coming up to your window (at the high price Animal Kingdom resort). Even that though has gone up too much to justify. Back in the day, if you went during value season you could get even the nicest Disney hotel at a steep discount. I don’t think that’s the case any longer.
It all depends on the vibe we are looking for. Our lowest has been $200 and our highest has been $1000 a night. That is part of the vacation experience for us
We've discovered that a lot of times, we actually prefer the property a little bit further out, provided it has good road or mass transit links to where we want to go, than something right in the city center. Not only are those hotels often cheaper, they're also quieter and in more of a local neighborhood area where we can get a better feel for a place instead of the area where the tourists have been corraled.
It all depends on the vibe we are looking for. Our lowest has been $200 and our highest has been $1000 a night. That is part of the vacation experience for us
For $1,000 a night, I hope that they provided you with things that can't be discussed in polite company..................
$500 max, and that’s 2 rooms, 2 bathroom, with view in Maui, and luxury kitchen, I usually splurge when I’m with my kids. I’ve been very good at getting a good prices at some decent hotels recently, not paying more for that. Otherwise, it will be $200 and below.
Of course, that is a matter of opinion -- and where in the Midwest you are talking about. (I personally prefer the Midwest to ANY other area except, possibly, New England -- although I confess that I would like to visit the the countries in Great Britain some day.)
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This is one of the main reasons why my wife and I vacation in Asia. Easy to get a nice hotel for under $75 a night that usually includes breakfast.
or under $40 for a really nice place. Acceptable places for $20 / night in much of Asia
The flight? Yes.. ~$600 - $800 RT from USA; Just checked yesterday to book RT air for a neighbor.
Great Food is the bargain in Asia (cheaper than the inexpensive hotel rooms)
And 'bargain' high quality FAST medical care... Thus Europeans have been using Asia as a 'medical care destination' for 50+ yrs. (There is a message) When you have 'affordable national HC', yet you travel 10,000 miles annually to get 'tuned up'.
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