A little-known booking trick could save you hundreds on your next hotel stay, according to consumer champions at Which?. The research found that major travel websites such as Booking.com, Expedia and Hotels.com often display higher prices when accessed via computer compared to mobile phones.
Simply switching to your smartphone for bookings could deliver savings of up to 20 percent. The team put the theory into practice, uncovering a staggering £270 discount on a two-night Amsterdam apartment stay through Booking.com when booked via mobile. A Which? spokesperson said: 'It's such an easy switch, but it can make a real difference to your travel budget.'
Testing the strategy on Expedia yielded similar success, with a weekend break in Edinburgh coming in £60 cheaper when booked on a phone. The experts also recommend clearing your browsing cookies and cache, or using a private browsing window, before searching for the same hotel again, as dynamic pricing can inflate rates if you appear keen on a property.
Other tips include booking on a Tuesday, which typically offers better value, and travelling from Sunday through Thursday to avoid weekend price spikes. So next time you plan a getaway, reach for your mobile to secure the best deal.
