Black Friday Hotel Deals 2024: Your Guide to Smart Hotel Savings

Black Friday is just around the corner, and this year's hotel deals are shaping up to be particularly exciting. As someone who's constantly analyzing hotel offers for the best value, I've dug deep into the 2024 deals to help you make the smartest booking decisions.

Key Dates to Remember

Mark your calendars! The main Black Friday period runs from November 29 to December 2, 2024, but many chains are starting earlier:

• IHG's sale begins November 24

• Hilton's offers start November 28

• Booking.com's deals run November 21 - December 4

The Best Hotel Chain Offers

Hilton has really stepped up their game this year with a whopping 50% off (up from their usual 30%) through April 21, 2025. As a Gold member through my Amex Platinum, I'm particularly excited about this one - it's the highest discount I've seen from them in recent years.

IHG has just announced their Black Friday sale with 25% off stays through April 30, 2025. While this might seem modest compared to some other chains, IHG properties often have lower base rates, so this could represent excellent value, especially for InterContinental and Kimpton properties.

Marriott Bonvoy continues to offer solid value with 25% off at over 7,000 properties worldwide. As a Titanium member, I'm particularly interested in their luxury portfolio - the discount often makes aspirational properties much more accessible.

Hard Rock Hotels is offering the biggest headline discount at 55% off their all-inclusive resorts, plus resort credits and free kids' places. This could be particularly valuable for family travelers.

Booking Platform Bonanza

The major booking platforms are coming in strong:

• Booking.com: Up to 50% off until December 4

• Expedia: 30%+ off for members through December 4

• Hotels.com: 30%+ member discounts

Maximising Value: My Strategy

Here's how I'm approaching these sales:

1. Luxury Properties First: The bigger discounts on higher-priced properties often represent the best absolute savings. I'm prioritizing:

   • InterContinental properties with the IHG 25% off

   • Waldorf Astoria and Conrad hotels with Hilton's 50% off

   • The Ritz-Carlton and St. Regis with Marriott's 25% off

2. Stack Those Benefits: I'm combining:

   • Black Friday discounts

   • Elite status benefits (particularly valuable at Marriott properties with my Titanium status)

   • Credit card rewards using my Capital on Tap card (get yours here) for business stays

   • Amex Platinum Business for personal stays and additional protections

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Pro Tips for 2024's Sales

1. Book Early: With Booking.com starting November 21, don't wait until Black Friday itself - the best properties will sell out.

2. Check Multiple Channels: Sometimes booking platforms might beat direct rates even with member discounts. I always cross-reference.

3. Consider Cancellation Policies: Many of these rates are flexible through 2025, making them particularly attractive for future planning.

Final Thoughts

This year's Black Friday hotel sales are particularly strong, with Hilton's 50% off being the standout offer. The extended booking windows (through April/June 2025) also make these deals more practical for future planning.

Happy booking!

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