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The best time to book a hotel to get the lowest price
Summary by The Detroit Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: John Matarese , WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details on this trend are available from local news sources such as WXYZ Channel 7.
In Detroit , travelers may find better deals on hotel stays by waiting until the last minute. A recent study reveals that booking hotels close to the stay date can be beneficial. Further details on this trend are available from local news sources such as WXYZ Channel 7.
It appears that hotels adjust their pricing to fill vacant rooms, which can lead to lower costs for travelers who book at the last minute, although specific information on this strategy is limited.
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Category: library ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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