Paul Carr: The Strip Diary, Day Eighteen: The Economics of Long ...

Short-term hotel living is a shit-show. In the past seven nights in Las Vegas, I've spent a total of $828.75 including tax on accommodation; an average of just under $120 a night. Over the course of the month, that average would result in a ... Here's one: when you call up to book a long stay, always ask for the cheapest room available. Every hotel has a couple of crappy rooms they can never sell, and so are willing to sell at a discount. These rooms are your friend. ...