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Cheap hotels in Zurich
Yes, Cheapos -- Even Zurich can be affordable!

Switzerland Just Got Cheapo: EuroCheapo launches guides to Geneva and Zurich

EuroCheapo is pleased (and somewhat surprised) to announce the launch of guides to cheap hotels in Geneva and Zurich. For years we’ve steered clear of these pricey cities (and the country in general), assuming that Switzerland was simply inhospitable to budget travelers. With many hotels starting north of $250, how could any Cheapo afford to » Read more

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Posted in Cheap Hotels, Geneva, Hotels, News, Switzerland, Zurich
Barcelona: 5 hotels with amazing locations

Barcelona: 5 hotels with amazing locations

By Regina W Bryan in Barcelona— Not all hotels in Barcelona are created equal when it comes to location. While it’s true that some of the cheapest rooms can be found outside of Barcelona’s city center, this isn’t always the case. There are some great hotel deals to be had right in the center of » Read more

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Posted in Ask the Cheapos, Barcelona, Cheap Hotels, Hostels, Hotels, Neighborhood, Spain
Cheap London Hotels: Our favorite budget places to sleep

Cheap London Hotels: Our favorite budget places to sleep

By Nina Derham in London— Choosing a budget hotel in London can be a truly daunting task. But fear not, Cheapos; it is possible if you know where to look! I recently spent several weeks visiting budget-friendly hotels, B&Bs and hostels in London for EuroCheapo’s London hotel guide. It’s hard to pick three favorites, but, » Read more

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Posted in Cheap Hotels, Cheapos at work, hotel crush, Hotels, London, United Kingdom
Florence: Which neighborhood is right for your trip?

Florence: Which neighborhood is right for your trip?

By Marc Justin in Florence— People are always asking me for pointers on where to stay in Florence. If casa Marc is available then hey, no problem. Otherwise, here are the neighborhoods I suggest when choosing a hotel: Steps from the Station: Santa Maria Novella I know a guy who always insists on picking hotels » Read more

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Posted in Ask the Cheapos, Cheap Hotels, Florence, Hotels, Italy, Neighborhood, Trip Planning
Dublin: Which neighborhood is right for your trip?

Dublin: Which neighborhood is right for your trip?

By Jessica Colley— Cheapos are faced with one difficult decision when stepping foot in a new city: which neighborhood to use as a home base? Often, affordable accommodation options aren’t in the best possible locations, leaving the choice of a few different neighborhoods. This is definitely the case in Dublin. The following neighborhood guide can » Read more

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Posted in Cheap Hotels, Dublin, Hotels, Ireland, Neighborhood, Trip Planning
Paris Hotel Matchmaker: Which kind of Cheapo are you?

Paris Hotel Matchmaker: Which kind of Cheapo are you?

By Theadora Brack in Paris— I was so adorable and well-behaved at the age of three that the man sitting next to us in the dining room at the Congress Hotel in Cape May, New Jersey, reached over and gave me a dollar. I was infatuated with hotels from that moment on. Ever since that » Read more

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Posted in Ask the Cheapos, Cheap Hotels, Checking in:, France, hotel crush, Hotels, Paris
Cheapo Basics: 10 ways to save on the “big items” in your travel budget

Cheapo Basics: 10 ways to save on the “big items” in your travel budget

By Tom Meyers— If you’re planning a trip to Europe this year and nervous about how to afford it, we have a few basic rules that, if followed, should help you save on the biggest items in your travel budget. Sure, everyday small charges like cafe cremes in Paris (€2-4) and vaporetto rides in Venice » Read more

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Posted in Airlines, Ask the Cheapos, Cheap Hotels, Europe, Money Matters, Practical Info, Travel Smarts, Trip Planning
London Travelodge: Bargain rooms from £29

London Travelodge: Bargain rooms from £29

Cast back 20 years and most Brits who pounded the country’s freeways knew exactly what a Travelodge was. They were the functional hotels strategically placed at major highway intersections across the country. Good for a one-night stop to break a long drive, but hardly the sort of spot you would choose for a cozy weekend » Read more

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Posted in Alternative Accommodations, Cheap Hotels, hidden europe, London, Trip Planning, United Kingdom
Strategy: How to not get stuck with the worst room in the hotel

Strategy: How to not get stuck with the worst room in the hotel

By Tom Meyers— I had a bad feeling when I checked into my second hotel in Lisbon earlier this month. I was in town for the week to review about 50 hotels for our Lisbon guide, and I’d be spending three nights at this hotel. I had just spent three nights at another hotel, the » Read more

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Posted in Ask the Cheapos, Cheap Hotels, Cheapos at work, Lisbon, Portugal, Practical Info, Travel Smarts
Inside the Cheapo 100: What exactly is a “Super Cheapo” hotel?

Inside the Cheapo 100: What exactly is a “Super Cheapo” hotel?

Last month we announced our “Cheapo 100″ list of our favorite cheap hotels in Europe. These 100 hotels were chosen from 20 cities and selected for five categories, including “Best Location”, “Best Budget Theme”, “Best Budget Style”, “Best B&B or Pension” and “Best Super Cheapo”. But what exactly is a “Super Cheapo”? Is it simply » Read more

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Posted in Ask the Cheapos, Berlin, Cheap Hotels, Cheapos at work, Hostels, hotel crush, London, News, Paris, Practical Info, Rome, Travel Smarts, Venice