Monday, July 5, 2010

Yermo, California (near Barstow) - Oak Tree Inn Yermo



With extra-quiet guest rooms and light-proof draperies, and located just 11 miles north of Barstow on I-15, the Oak Tree Inn Yermo is a non-smoking hotel near Calico Ghost Town.

They offer a fitness center, heated outdoor pool, and comfortable, nicely decorated rooms with recliners, *microwaves, *refrigerators, 25-inch TVs, and *high-speed Internet access.

Enjoy a *free breakfast next door at Penny's Diner, a blast from the past with a friendly staff and excellent food available 24 hours a day.

* = common amenity matches

Hotel Address: 35450 Yermo Road, Yermo, CA 92398

BRG valid for:

Expedia.com

Competitor Website:



Sample Dates: 7/16, 7/27, 8/27, 9/15 (and many random others!)

Room Details: Standard 1 Double (a.k.a. Full bed) / Standard 1 King / Standard 2 Doubles (Full beds) ... each room type includes a microwave and refrigerator.

Rate variation (for sample dates shown):

Travelocity - $47.73 / Expedia - $60.58 (1 Double/Full bed)

Travelocity - $60.53 / Expedia - $76.58 (Standard 1 King)

Travelocity - $64.53 / Expedia - $81.58 (2 Doubles/Full beds)

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Little Rock, Arkansas - The Peabody Little Rock


Located in the heart of Downtown Little Rock on the banks of the Arkansas River, the Peabody is in the thriving River Market district, surrounded by historical and cultural attractions. Little Rock National Airport is about 10 miles away. The lobby houses the famous Peabody Duck Fountain. Capriccio offers classic Northern Italian cuisine. The Lobby Bar's 42-foot granite bar is the social rendezvous. Mallards is an intimate bar with a club-like atmosphere and three separate seating areas. Room service is available 24 hours a day. The hotel also has 14 meeting rooms, concierge services, fitness center, salon, dry cleaning, and shops.

This glass-fronted hotel is situated above the Statehouse Convention Center and linked to the University Conference Center. Old Statehouse Museum, River Market District, Robinson Theater, historic Arkansas Museum, and Repertory Theater are within blocks of the hotel. Alltel Arena is 1 mile north and the Arkansas State Capitol is 2 miles west of the hotel.

The 418 guestrooms each have two multi-line phones, *Internet access, dataport, voicemail, hairdryer, and iron and ironing board.

Hotel Address: 3 Statehouse Plaza, Little Rock, AR 72201

BRG valid for:

Expedia.com

Competitor Website: Hotelclub.com

Sample Dates: 7/20, 8/19, 9/15 (and many random others!)

Room Details: Superior Room (which has 1 King or 2 Doubles)

Rate variation (for sample date 8/19):

Hotelclub.com - $146 / Expedia.com - $149

Rates shown are for Double Occupancy (2 Persons).

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Sunday, July 4, 2010

Stay one night, get the second for $17.76 - Detroit area and Toledo, OH Red Roof Inns


To celebrate the 4th of July holiday, Red Roof Inn is giving away a room rate of $17.76 at select hotels in both of these locations. Just book your first night at the regular rate. That's as much as a 40% savings overall. If you ask me, it should be nationwide! Here's the link. Offer good through July 5th only.

Saturday, July 3, 2010

Kalamazoo, Michigan - Baymont Inn and Suites Kalamazoo


Baymont Inn and Suites Kalamazoo is 4 miles west of Downtown Kalamazoo and about 10 miles from Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport.

The property's amenities include: the *complimentary breakfast buffet. The inn also offers laundry facilities and free weekday newspapers. Small pets are welcome (fee may apply).

All rooms feature: *high-speed Internet access (free), voicemail, free local calls, coffee makers, irons and ironing boards, *microwaves & *refrigerators (upon request), hairdryers, and cable TV.

* = common amenity matches

Hotel Address: 2203 South 11th Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49009

BRG valid for:

Expedia.com

Competitor Website: Easyclicktravel.com

Sample Dates: 8/7, 8/26, 9/15, 10/16 (and many random others!)

Room Details: 1 King Bed (and 2 Queens on many weekend dates!)

Rate variation (for sample date 8/26 & 9/15):

Easyclicktravel.com - $74.63 / Expedia.com - $75.65 (1 King)

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Friday, July 2, 2010

Solvang, California (Santa Barbara Area) - Meadowlark Inn



The 18-room Meadowlark Inn, a wine country retreat with the amenities of a bed and breakfast, is located in the heart of the Santa Ynez Valley. This California Inn is located on two peaceful and rustic acres with mountain views and is close to world class wineries, restaurants, theater, casino, golf courses, shopping, and a bike path. Within minutes of the Inn are the towns of Santa Ynez, Solvang and Los Olivos. Santa Barbara and beaches are within easy driving distance.

A *free continental breakfast is offered daily, either in the cozy dining room or delivered to guest rooms for private dining.

Hotel Address: 2644 Mission Drive, Solvang, CA 93463

BRG valid for:

Expedia.com

Competitor Website:



Sample Dates: 7/21, 8/17, 9/15 (and other WEEKDAY dates!)

Room Details: Viognier Queen / Sauvignon King / Barbera 2 Queens with Kitchen / plus other room types!

Common amenity matches: free breakfast

Rate variation (for sample date 8/17):

Travelocity $119.26 / Expedia $120 (Viognier Queen, Sauvignon King)

Travelocity $149.07 / Expedia $150 (Barbera 2 Queens with Kitchen)

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Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada - Comfort Inn Clifton Hill



This Comfort Inn is situated within walking distance to the Niagara Falls, adjacent to Casino Niagara, and 30 miles from Buffalo Niagara International Airport. Local area attractions include Ghost Blasters, Horseshoe Falls, Maid of the Mist, Rainbow Bridge, and the Fallsview Casino Resort.

Hotel amenities include: free parking, *free continental breakfast buffet, attractions discount book, a tropical indoor pool, and giant whirlpool. Guests may also enjoy the adjacent Rumours Night Club, Kelsey's Restaurant, and the Poolside Cafe.

Guest rooms feature: A/C, color TVs, AM/FM alarm clock radios, coffee makers, hairdryers, and telephones.

* = common amenity matches

Hotel Address: 4960 Clifton Hill, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3N4 Canada

BRG valid for:

Expedia.com

Competitor Website:



Sample Dates: 7/22, 8/17, 9/15 (and many others!)

Room Details: Standard 2 Doubles (non-smoking)

Rate variation (for sample date 7/22):

Travelocity.com - $142.03 / Expedia.com - $144.78



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Thursday, July 1, 2010

Pismo Beach, California - Pismo Lighthouse Suites




Pismo Lighthouse Suites Resort is just blocks from Pismo Pier and Downtown Pismo Beach. It is an oceanfront family resort situated atop the bluffs overlooking the beautiful Pacific Ocean in Pismo Beach. The hotel is conveniently located halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco just off Highway 101.

Enjoy oceanfront luxury in one of the 70 spacious Pismo Beach suites, stylishly furnished with a hint of Cape Cod. The hotel's suites feature Family Suites with two bedrooms and two baths or Parlor Suites with one bedroom, living room and two baths. All of the non-smoking guest suites feature a private *balcony, *refrigerator, coffee maker, and *microwave oven. With beautifully appointed guest rooms and amenities for every interest, the Pismo Lighthouse Suites offers *high-speed internet access, two-line phone with data port and in-room Nintendo. Enjoy a *free continental breakfast served in the splendid ocean view Galley.

This resort features a glass-enclosed outdoor oceanfront heated pool and spa, family play deck with a life-size chessboard, ping pong, badminton, and a putting green. "Complimentary covered and open-air parking" (quoted from hotel website) is also found here!

* = common amenity matches

Hotel Address: 2411 Price Street, Pismo Beach, CA 93449

BRG valid for:

Expedia.com

Competitor Website:



Sample Dates: 7/14, 8/17, 9/15, 10/2 (and many random others!)

Room Details Below:

Family Suite with 2 Queen Beds & Balcony

Family Suite with King & 2 Queens plus microwave/refrigerator

Premium Ocean View with King Bed, Sofabed & Patio

Rate variation (for sample date 9/15):

Travelocity $118.14 / Expedia $139 (Suite-2 Qns-Balcony)

Travelocity $143.65 / Expedia $169 (Suite-King-2Qns-MicroFridge)

Travelocity $177.65 / Expedia $209 (Premium Ocean View Suite)

Official Hotel Website

Tripadvisor Hotel Reviews - Rated #1 in Pismo Beach!

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Woodbury, New York - Executive Inn at Woodbury



The Executive Inn at Woodbury offers comfortable accomodations and generous amenities in the heart of Long Island.

This hotel offers a *complimentary full breakfast (with omelet station available Monday through Friday), a daily weekday newspaper and *free high-speed Internet access. The hotel also features an on-site fitness room and indoor pool along with free 24-hour coffee and tea service.

* = common amenity matches

Hotel Address: 8030 Jericho Turnpike, Woodbury, NY 11797

BRG valid for:

Expedia.com

Competitor Website:



Sample Dates: 7/16, 7/21, 8/17, 8/31 plus ...

Many dates may be claimed in both July & August!

Room Details: Double / King / 2 Doubles

Common amenity matches: free breakfast & Internet

Rate variation (for sample date 8/31):

Travelocity $113.05 / Expedia $129.99 (Double)

Travelocity $123.72 / Expedia $139.99 (1 King)

Travelocity $134.38 / Expedia $149.99 (2 Doubles)

Official Hotel Website

Tripadvisor Hotel Reviews

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Wednesday, June 30, 2010

West Haven, Connecticut - Econo Lodge West Haven



The Econo Lodge West Haven offers budget-friendly rooms and no-frills amenities. Within 3 miles, guests will find Yale University, New Haven University, and the New Haven Coliseum.

Guests receive a *free continental breakfast with their room rate. There is a public microwave available for guest use at the hotel. While there is not a full service restaurant inside the hotel, there are dining destinations nearby. Local restaurants include Denny's, American Steakhouse, and Friendly's.

To suit guests' needs, the hotel offers a conference room, cribs, vending machines, ice in the lobby, copy and fax access, and *free parking. For air transportation, the Tweed-New Haven airport is approximately 10 miles away.

There are 79 rooms on two floors. In each room, guests will find *free Internet access, air-conditioning, individual climate control, coffeemaker, telephone, and television.

* = common amenity matches

Hotel Address: 370 Highland Street, West Haven, CT 06516

BRG valid for:

Expedia.com Orbitz Logo- A Step Ahead

Competitor Website:

Airfare, Hotels, Rental Cars, Vacation Packages


Sample Dates: Hit 'n miss dates in August through at least December, including: 8/24, 9/15, 11/10, and 12/8 ... a few dates may not work, but many will ... it's quite random.

Room Details: Standard King Bed

Rate variation (for sample dates listed above):

Priceline.com - $54.96 / Expedia & the others - $59.95

Official Hotel Website

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Page, Arizona - Lake Powell Resort



Lake Powell Resort is located on the south shore of Lake Powell, 5 miles from Glen Canyon Dam, 10 miles from Downtown Page, 15 miles from Horseshoe Bend, 20 miles from Antelope Canyon, and 30 miles from Navajo Canyon and Rainbow Bridge.

The property's amenities include: the outdoor pool, kids' pool, poolside bar, Rainbow Room (the main restaurant with Southwestern specialties), Bene Pizzeria (made-to-order pizzas), Java City Espresso Bar, and marina with watercraft rentals, boat tours, and dinner cruises (seasonal). The hotel also offers room service, concierge services, free weekday newspapers, 24-hour front desk service, laundry facilities, and complimentary airport shuttle service.

The Resort's Traditional Rooms offer: cable TV, *mini refrigerator, coffee maker, hairdryer and an alarm clock.

* = common amenity matches

Thanks to reader Paul for sharing this BRG opportunity!

Hotel Address: 100 Lakeshore Drive, Page, AZ 86040

BRG valid for:

Expedia.com

Competitor Website: Lakepowell.com

Sample Dates: 7/5-7/8, 7/14 (and some scattered others)

Room Details: Traditional Room (has 2 Queens)

Rate variation (for sample dates shown):

Lakepowell.com - $129 / Expedia.com - $149

These rates are for 2 Adults.



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Tuesday, June 29, 2010

Receive a $40 coupon from Hotels.com when booking a hotel using your Discover Card.


A $40 "future travel" coupon can be yours when you book a hotel on Hotels.com using your Discover Card! They'll e-mail you one right after you complete your stay. The coupon can be applied to a future booking of 3+ nights at a "Price Match Guarantee" hotel. Let's face it, a $40 discount is not that bad for 3 nights of lodging! Apparently this offer has been around for quite awhile, but you'll have up until September 26, 2010 to acquire the coupon. Just book as usual and enter promo code DISCOVER610.

Since receiving these travel coupons are what most of us strive for (and what the BRG Blog is all about), this opportunity may be worth something to many of you! Read the terms and conditions here. A link to Hotels.com is below for your convenience.

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Lake Forest, California - Irvine Suites Hotel


Irvine Suites Hotel is located approximately 15 miles from Disneyland and 50 miles from Los Angeles International Airport. The hotel is also 5 miles from Irvine, 8 miles from Laguna Beach, and 10 miles from Newport Beach.

Hotel amenities include: the fitness facility, swimming pool, hot tub, guest laundry, *free hot breakfast, and *free parking.

All rooms feature: *wet bars, *refrigerators, *microwaves, two TVs, Nintendo games, two telephones with dataports and voicemail, safes, irons and ironing boards, and alarm clock radios.

* = common amenity matches

Hotel Address: 23192 Lake Center Drive, Lake Forest, CA 92630

BRG valid for:

Expedia.com

Competitor Website:



Sample Dates: 8/19, 8/25, 9/7, 9/22 plus...

Various WEEKDAY dates in late August into September. On other random dates when it doesn't appear to work, it may be a valid Travelocity BRG opportunity worth trying.

Room Details: Suite - 2 Double Beds

Rate variation (for most sample dates shown):

Travelocity.com - $84.93 / Expedia.com - $92

Official Hotel Website

Tripadvisor Hotel Reviews

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