Travelling to Australia soon? On a limited budget, but not wanting to compromise the whole experience? Don’t want to spend too much on accommodation?
Here are five smart ways to find affordable places to stay while you’re travelling in the land down under.
Watch out for discounts on luxury hotel rooms
Hotel booking websites usually have promos and discounts every now and then, especially for members. Try searching for hotel websites as well, since some may offer big savings if you book early or book online. Signing up for newsletters may help as hotels occasionally send out coupons to recipients. You might score a good deal for the 5-star hotel you’ve been eyeing in Melbourne, or a half-off discount coupon for the perfect suite.
Rent an apartment
Experiencing Australia—or any country, for that matter—like a local is best when you stay in an apartment. These are usually rented out by locals and you can book them on certain websites. Renting will definitely save you big bucks compared to booking a hotel room at full price. You can see the cities the way the natives see it by living where the natives do, so it’s a win-win situation.
Stay in a quality hostel
Hostel businesses are gaining traction in many first-world countries, and Australia is one of them. You can find quality hostels at affordable prices in many areas in the region. Although it’s different from the 5-star hotel experience, the money you can save may go a long way. One good thing about staying in a hostel is that you can meet fellow travelers—there’s nothing like making new friends while you discover the beauty of Australia.
Find a good bed & breakfast hotel
These bed & breakfast hotels, popularized as B&B’s, are usually run by families, so you can expect hospitality and care from your hosts. If you’re looking for a relaxing experience at a low price, this might be a good accommodation choice for you. B&B’s, however, are typically located in the suburbs, so this may not work for everyone, but the prices are often lower than hotel room prices.
Look for a place to stay outside the city
Staying in a hotel or apartment in the middle of a busy city will definitely cost you more than booking or renting a room outside it. Sure, the location’s not ideal and may be far from the famous tourist spots, but it’s certainly going to be a new experience that’s going to save you a lot of money. You can instead explore the corners and sidewalks of the town you’re in and still enjoy your trip. Tourists here and there will always prefer the hotels located in the bustling city near the Sydney Opera House or whatever sight you’d like to see, so that’s going to be more expensive.
There are always plenty of accommodation choices if you know where to look, and if you choose the right one, you’ll find yourself enjoying your travel experience. With the resources available to us today such as the internet, it’s not that hard to look for the perfect place to stay that suits your budget. Whether it’s a luxury hotel or a quaint bed & breakfast, you’re bound to find the right place while you’re having the time of your life in Australia.
