AnswersDriveNo advance payment for most reservations When you make a reservation through HotelGuides, your credit card is usually not charged. In fact 90% of our reservations do not require an advance payment of any sort. You simply pay the hotel when you arrive or check out.
Also question is, can you pay for a hotel room with a check?
But this often isn't true. Instead, a traveler can use a debit card, or even cash, to secure accommodations. Some hotels will accept a debit card but at check-in will withdraw a fully refundable amount per day to cover incidentals, such as the minibar or pay-per-view movies.
How much do hotels put a hold on your credit card?
Most hotels place a hold on your credit card, according to Dale Blosser, a lodging consultant. The amount varies, but as a rule, it's the cost of the room, including tax, plus a set charge of between $50 and $200 per day.
Do hotels accept checks?
The hotel accepts the following as a form of payment: cash, checks, travelers checks, Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Discover, Carte Blanche and Diners Club. The cardholder must be present to accept credit card as a form of payment. Purchase Orders - Purchase orders are accepted as a form of payment.