Hotel Senior Discounts by Chain: Ages, Rates, and How to Book

Lodging is usually the biggest single line on a trip's budget, which is exactly where a senior rate earns its keep. Most major chains publish one, the age at which it kicks in runs from 55 to 65, and the savings are usually a few percent off the rate you'd otherwise pay.

Many chains offer a discount to guests 55 and older, and some set the bar higher. Hilton's own offers page lists its Senior Rate at up to 6% off the Best Available Rate for travelers 65 and older. AARP membership opens up separate member rates at several chains, including Best Western, Red Roof, Wyndham, and the Choice Hotels brands. Extended Stay America lists a senior rate that doesn't require any outside membership.

One caution before the list. Hotel chains change these programs whenever they like and rarely announce it. The exact percentage often depends on the individual property and the dates you pick, and several chains never publish a fixed number at all. Everything below reflects what each chain had on its own site when this page was last updated. Treat it as a starting point for what to ask for, not as a rate you're entitled to, and confirm the discount on the booking page before you pay.

AARP Travel Center Powered by Expedia

The AARP Travel Center Powered by Expedia offers hotel deals for AARP members. You get access to member-only rates that can reduce accommodation costs.

AARP Travel Center discount details

The AARP Travel Center lists member-only rates at a range of chains. We could not confirm a current published discount percentage for it from AARP's own site, so treat the badge on the booking page as the number that counts and compare it against the chain's own senior rate before you book.

The site also runs limited-time promotions that rotate through the year, so it's worth checking what's live before you book rather than assuming last season's offer still stands.

Promotional terms, including any gift card or bonus tied to a package booking, are spelled out on the offer page itself. Read them before you book.

AARP Travel Center eligibility age

You need an active AARP membership to use these discounts. AARP sets its own minimum joining age, so check aarp.org for the current rule before you count on it.

AARP Travel Center booking method

Book through the AARP Travel Center in two ways:

• Online at expedia-aarp.com
• By phone at 1-800-675-4318

The website works like regular Expedia, with AARP benefits applied automatically when you log in with your membership information.

AARP Travel Center extra perks

Beyond the discount, you can find better deals by traveling midweek instead of weekends. The site also features seasonal promotions, such as reduced rates in Las Vegas outside the busy November-to-January period.

All available AARP discounts apply when you book through the Travel Center, so you're getting bundled savings in one place.

Best Western

Best Western has over 4,700 locations worldwide and offers senior savings across all properties. Their program is straightforward and widely available.

Best Western discount details

Best Western's own senior offer page says guests 55 and older save with discounted room rates, but it does not publish a percentage, so the size of the discount depends on the property and your dates. The chain does publish an AARP number: discounted rates of 5 percent or more for AARP members across North America. AARP members who join Best Western Rewards are automatically upgraded to Gold status.

Best Western eligibility age

You must be 55 or older to qualify. Bring a valid ID to check-in to verify your age.

Best Western booking method

Get these discounted rates through:

• Booking online on the Best Western website and selecting the senior or AARP rate
• Calling Best Western's reservation line
• Presenting your AARP membership card at check-in

Best Western extra perks

Many properties include free breakfast and free WiFi. Best Western Rewards members earn points that never expire. AARP members who join Rewards get automatic Gold status, which includes early check-in and late check-out (subject to availability) plus bonus points when you arrive.

Hilton Hotels

Hilton offers senior discounts across its global hotel network. The discount is modest compared to some chains, so it's worth comparing with other promotions.

Hilton Hotels discount details

Hilton's own special offers page lists its Senior Rate as up to 6% off the Best Available Rate for seniors and their families traveling together. That's a modest discount by industry standards, and Hilton frequently runs other promotions, including an advance purchase rate listed at up to 17% off, so compare before you book the senior rate.

Hilton Hotels eligibility age

You must be 65 or older. Bring a valid ID showing your date of birth to check-in.

Hilton Hotels booking method

To book the senior discount:

• Select "Senior Rate" from the "Special Rates" box when booking online
• Call 1-800-HILTON7 (1-800-445-8667) and request the senior rate

Compare this rate against other Hilton promotions, as seasonal or Honors program discounts sometimes offer better deals.

Hilton Hotels extra perks

The free Hilton Honors loyalty program includes free standard WiFi, digital check-in, and points on eligible purchases. Members get a "5th Standard Reward Night Free" when redeeming points, which is valuable for extended stays. Diamond and Gold members receive room upgrades and food-and-beverage credits. For frequent travelers, these perks add up quickly.

Radisson Hotels

Radisson Hotel Group sold its Americas business to Choice Hotels, and radissonhotelsamericas.com now redirects to choicehotels.com. If you are booking a former Radisson, Country Inn & Suites, or Park Inn property in the United States, you are booking through Choice.

Radisson Hotels discount details

Radisson no longer runs a separate senior program in the United States. Radisson Hotel Group's Americas business was sold to Choice Hotels, and radissonhotelsamericas.com now redirects to choicehotels.com. If you are booking a former Radisson Americas property, use the Choice Hotels senior rate described below.

Radisson Hotels eligibility age

Because these properties now book through Choice Hotels, the Choice age rule applies: a guest 60 or older must be in the room.

Radisson Hotels booking method

Book your discounted stay by:

• Searching on choicehotels.com and selecting the Senior rate from the special rate menu
• Calling Choice Hotels at 800-424-6423 and asking for the senior rate
• Selecting the AARP Member Offer rate instead if you are an AARP member, since Choice runs that as a separate rate

Radisson Hotels extra perks

Radisson Rewards still runs outside the Americas under Radisson Hotel Group. For a former Radisson Americas property, ask Choice Hotels which loyalty program your stay earns in before you book.

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts

Wyndham operates brands including Days Inn, Super 8, Travelodge, and Ramada. Senior discounts apply across all these properties.

Wyndham Hotels discount details

Wyndham's own senior offer page says guests 60 and older get special savings on the Standard Rate at participating locations, applied automatically when you search from that page. Wyndham does not publish a percentage, so what you save depends on the property and your dates. The rate cannot be combined with other offers, and blackout dates may apply.

Wyndham Hotels eligibility age

You must be 60 or older. Bring valid identification to verify eligibility at check-in.

Wyndham Hotels booking method

To book:

• Search through Wyndham's senior discount page where the discount applies automatically
• Call brand-specific reservation numbers, such as 1-800-225-3297 for Wyndham Hotels
• Request the "senior rate" when booking

Wyndham Hotels extra perks

The Wyndham Rewards program lets you earn 10 points per dollar or 1,000 points per stay (whichever is higher). Free nights start at 7,500 points. Higher status levels include late checkout, early check-in, and suite upgrades.

Red Roof Inn

Red Roof Inn offers year-round senior discounts at an affordable price point. This budget-friendly option is consistent and reliable for older travelers.

Red Roof Inn discount details

Seniors receive a 10% discount on Red Roof's already low rates year-round. The discount applies to all Red Roof brands: Red Roof Inn, HomeTowne Studios, Red Roof PLUS+, and The Red Collection.

Red Roof Inn eligibility age

You must be 59 or older. Bring a valid ID to check-in. This requirement is consistent across all properties.

Red Roof Inn booking method

To secure the discount:

• Select "Senior" from the Special Rate dropdown when booking online
• Call Red Roof directly at 1-877-843-7663
• Book at the property when you arrive (subject to availability)

Red Roof Inn extra perks

Red Roof periodically layers senior promotions on top of the standing discount, usually around summer travel season, and these come and go. The free RediRewards program earns points on paid stays that you can put toward free nights.

Choice Hotels

Choice Hotels operates nearly 7,400 locations worldwide under brands like Comfort Inn, Quality Inn, and Clarion. The size of this network means you'll find options almost anywhere.

Choice Hotels discount details

Choice Hotels sells its senior rate under rate code SSC. The requirement it publishes is that a guest age 60 or older must be in the room. Choice does not publish a percentage for that rate, so the saving varies by property and date. AARP members book a separate rate, and the two are not the same offer.

Choice Hotels eligibility age

You must be 60 or older, or have valid AARP membership regardless of age.

Choice Hotels booking method

Book in two ways:

• Select "Senior/AARP" from the special rate dropdown when booking online
• Call 800-4CHOICE (800-424-6423) and request the senior rate

Availability may vary by location and date.

Choice Hotels extra perks

The free Choice Privileges loyalty program lets you earn up to 10 points per dollar. Reward nights start at 6,000 points. Points never expire as long as you have qualifying activity every 18 months. Elite members get point bonuses, early check-in, and late checkout.

Motel 6

Motel 6 has over 1,400 locations in the United States and Canada. Senior discounts apply consistently across all properties.

Motel 6 discount details

Motel 6's own deals page advertises up to 15 percent off for senior citizens. The discount cannot be combined with other promotions, corporate rates, memberships, or special event pricing.

Motel 6 eligibility age

Motel 6 does not publish an age threshold on its senior rate page. Ask when you book, and bring a valid ID to check-in.

Motel 6 booking method

Book through:

• The Motel6.com senior rate landing page
• The My6 app
• A reservation agent at 1-800-899-9841

Reservations through third-party sites do not qualify for the senior discount.

Motel 6 extra perks

Motel 6 welcomes pets at no extra charge. Children and grandchildren under 18 stay free when accompanied by a senior guest. These policies make travel with family and pets more affordable.

Extended Stay America

Extended Stay America offers apartment-style rooms and senior discounts at locations nationwide. These are practical for longer trips or temporary housing.

Extended Stay America discount details

Extended Stay America offers special discounted rates for seniors at all properties. This works well for longer stays because they offer weekly and monthly rate options.

Extended Stay America eligibility age

You must be 55 or older. No senior program memberships are required.

Extended Stay America booking method

Book the senior discount by:

• Selecting "Senior Discount" from the special rates dropdown when searching online
• Calling 800-804-3724 to book your reservation

Extended Stay America extra perks

Suites include fully equipped kitchens with microwaves, stovetops, and full-size refrigerators. Each suite has free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and premium channels. On-site laundry facilities and pet-friendly policies make extended stays comfortable.

The "STAYconfident" program uses 10-point room inspection standards. Seniors can join the free Extended Perks loyalty program for exclusive hotel deals and discounts at restaurants, car rentals, and retail stores.

Omni Hotels & Resorts

Omni Hotels & Resorts operates over 50 locations nationwide, offering upscale accommodations with special rates for older guests.

Omni Hotels discount details

Omni advertises senior rates across its hotel network, with a prepaid, nonrefundable option that saves more. We could not confirm a current published percentage or age threshold from Omni's own site, so ask the reservation line before you book.

Omni Hotels eligibility age

Omni asks for proper identification at check-in. Confirm the qualifying age with the property or the reservation line, since we could not verify a published figure.

Omni Hotels booking method

Book your discounted rate through:

• Omni's official website (you may need to click "More Options" to see the code box)
• Omni's reservation line
• At the hotel upon arrival (subject to availability)

Omni Hotels extra perks

Join the free Select Guest loyalty program. From your first stay, you get free WiFi and a welcome drink. You earn 5 Omni Credits per night and 1 credit per $100 spent beyond the room rate. One hundred credits covers a free night at any Omni property. Higher tier members receive room upgrades, early check-in, and late check-out.

IHG Hotels (Holiday Inn, Crowne Plaza)

IHG operates many hotels, including Holiday Inn and Crowne Plaza. They offer savings for older travelers seeking quality accommodations.

IHG Hotels discount details

IHG One Rewards members can book Senior Rates at IHG properties, including Holiday Inn and Crowne Plaza, and IHG runs both a standing Member Senior Discount and an advance-purchase version. We could not confirm a current published percentage from IHG's own site, so check the number shown in the booking tool for your dates. Blackout dates may apply depending on property and season.

IHG Hotels eligibility age

IHG asks for proof of age at check-in, and holders of a valid membership ID from a retired persons organization such as AARP can book these rates. We could not confirm a published age threshold from IHG's own site, so confirm it when you book.

IHG Hotels booking method

To book these rates:

• Select "Senior Discount" from the Rate Preference dropdown when booking online
• Call 1-800-HOLIDAY (1-800-465-4329) to request the senior rate
• Be sure you're an IHG One Rewards member before booking

IHG Hotels extra perks

IHG One Rewards members earn points toward free nights with no blackout dates. You can book using points and cash combined. Elite members get extended checkout, priority check-in, and possible room upgrades. Diamond Elite members receive free breakfasts.

Marriott Hotels

Marriott offers senior savings across its global hotel network, providing reliable discounts for older guests.

Marriott Hotels discount details

Marriott lists a Senior Discount in the rate menu on Marriott.com and in its app. We could not confirm a current published percentage from Marriott's own site, so compare the senior rate against the standard rate for your dates rather than assuming a set saving. The rate cannot be combined with other promotions.

Marriott Hotels eligibility age

Present a valid photo ID showing your date of birth at check-in. AARP membership is not required. We could not confirm a published age threshold from Marriott's own site, so confirm it when you book.

Marriott Hotels booking method

Book through several channels:

• Online: Select "Senior Discount" from the "Lowest Regular Rate" dropdown on Marriott.com
• Mobile app: Tap "Special Rates," check "Senior Discount," then "Apply"
• Phone: Call 1-800-228-9290 and request the senior rate using promo code S9R

Marriott Hotels extra perks

The person making the reservation doesn't need to be the senior. You can add a qualifying senior as a guest on your booking. The senior must sign for the room at check-in. The free Marriott Bonvoy loyalty program lets you earn points toward free nights.

Choice Hotels Brands: Cambria, Clarion, Comfort Inn, Sleep Inn, Suburban Studios, MainStay Suites

Cambria, Clarion, Comfort Inn and Suites, Sleep Inn, Suburban Studios, and MainStay Suites are all Choice Hotels brands, so none of them runs a senior program of its own. Each sells the same Choice senior rate described above: rate code SSC, a guest age 60 or older in the room, no published percentage, and proof of age at check-in. Choice also runs a separate AARP Member Offer rate that members can book at any age. Select "Senior/AARP" from the special rate dropdown on choicehotels.com or on the brand's own site, or call 800-424-6423, and price both against the standard rate for your dates, because which one comes out cheaper changes by property.

Comparison table

This table covers only the chains whose own websites still state the terms clearly enough to check. Where a cell reads "Not stated," the chain advertises a senior rate but does not publish a number on its own senior-rate page, so the saving depends on the property and your dates. Marriott, IHG, Omni and the AARP Travel Center all sell senior rates too, but we could not confirm a current published percentage or age for them, so they are left out rather than guessed at.

Age requirements vary widely. Best Western and Extended Stay America start at 55, Red Roof at 59, Choice and Wyndham at 60, and Hilton requires 65. The only chains here that publish an actual percentage are Hilton at up to 6 percent, Red Roof at 10 percent, and Motel 6 at up to 15 percent.

None of these chains require AARP membership for their senior rate, though several run a separate AARP rate alongside it and AARP members sometimes get extra benefits. Book online, call the chain directly, or ask at check-in, and bring an ID that shows your age.

Bottom line

Senior hotel discounts offer real savings for older travelers. These programs help you travel more comfortably without stretching your budget.

Age thresholds vary considerably. Among the chains that publish one, they run from 55 at Best Western and Extended Stay America to 65 at Hilton. Several chains sell an AARP rate as a separate product alongside the senior rate, so it is worth pricing both, though AARP membership carries its own fee.

Booking is simple. You can choose senior rates when booking online, call the hotel directly, or request the discount at check-in. Just bring a valid ID.

Loyalty programs add value if you travel frequently. Programs like Choice Privileges and Wyndham Rewards offer free nights at reasonable point thresholds. AARP members often get bonus point earnings.

When planning a trip, compare senior rates across chains since discounts vary. Sometimes AAA discounts or seasonal offers beat the senior rate.

Hotel discounts are just one part of senior travel savings. Combined with age-based discounts for transportation, attractions, and restaurants, older travelers can achieve significant overall vacation savings while staying comfortable.

Sources

Primary sources for the figures and guidance on this page:

Hilton - Senior Rate offer terms - Hilton's own offer page: up to 6% off the Best Available Rate, valid only for guests 65 or older, proof of eligibility required at check-in, maximum of two rooms.

Best Western - Senior hotel discounts - Best Western's own senior offer page: discounted room rates for guests 55+, with proof of age required at check-in. No percentage is published.

Best Western - AARP member discounts - Best Western's AARP page: discounted rates of 5% or more for AARP members across North America, with automatic Best Western Rewards Gold status.

Choice Hotels - Senior and AARP rate plans - Choice's own booking rate plans: the Senior (60+) rate, code SSC, requires a guest age 60 or older in the room, and the AARP Member Offer, code SAARP, is a separate rate. Neither states a percentage.

Red Roof - Hotel discounts for seniors - Red Roof's own senior page: 10% off year-round, with senior status verified at check-in for guests 59 and older.

Red Roof - AARP member benefit - Red Roof's AARP page: 10% off at 700 or more locations for AARP members, booked as the AARP member rate.

Motel 6 - Senior citizen rate - Motel 6's own deal page advertising up to 15% off for senior citizens. The page does not state a qualifying age.

Extended Stay America - Senior rates - Extended Stay America's own senior page: guests 55 and older qualify regardless of senior program memberships. No percentage is published.

Wyndham Hotels - Senior discount - Wyndham's own senior page: guests 60 years and older get savings on the Standard Rate at participating locations, with valid ID at check-in. No percentage is published.