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Explanation of Hotel Room Rate Codes on About Los Angeles Travel

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Average hotel room rates for a particular hotel can vary depending on the season, special events at or near the hotel, and whether it is a weekend or weekday. Some hotels have a wide variety of room and suite offerings within the same hotel at vastly different price points.

Significantly discounted rates for the same hotel can often be found by comparing rates on Kayak.com. Some hotel chains, like Marriott, have a best rate guarantee, but you have to book first through their website, then submit the better rate you found to get an even lower rate at the hotel.

Hotels on this site are categorized according to the lowest rate found for a standard king or double/double room.

$ (Budget): Nightly room rates up to $75
$$ (Moderate): Nightly room rates from $76-$150
$$$ (Upscale): Nightly room rates from $151-$250
$$$$ (Deluxe): Nightly room rates from $250-$350
$$$$$ (Luxury): Nightly room rates above $350

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