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Step 1
Look at how much money you have set aside for your entire trip. Your two main expenses for your vacation are likely travel and hotel fees. If you can manage to keep your travel expenses somewhat in check, you might be able to spend more on your hotel budget.
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Step 2
Determine what kind of vacation you're seeking. If you're looking for a resort getaway vacation, you might spend more on hotel costs than if you are looking for a low-cost getaway in a city. The location of your travel also plays a major role. If you are headed to a tourist destination or a beach, you should set your hotel budget for a higher amount than if you are headed for a vacation to see relatives in the middle of a landlocked countryside.
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Step 3
Find out how much hotel prices are in the area you are visiting. Get a price quote for the exact dates you are vacationing. Many hotels give discounts for visitors who stay four or more days. Ask the reservation clerk what kinds of discounts you might qualify for and how to get additional discounts.
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Step 4
Figure hotel tax fees into your hotel budget. Find out what the hotel visitor tax rate is for the state you are visiting. Add that amount into your total budget.
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Step 5
Compare your final hotel budget with the other parts of your vacation budget like your travel and entertainment budgets. Make sure it all adds up into a trip you can truly afford.
