The day of the week when last-minute hotel booking prices are slashed by 40 percent (opens original article in a new tab)

A study shows travelers can save up to 40 percent on hotel stays by booking last-minute and starting on Sundays, as rising travel costs and inflation impact spending habits.

• Nearly half of Americans are cutting back on travel spending due to rising costs
• Booking hotels starting on Sunday can save up to 15 percent compared to Friday starts
• Hotel prices have dropped significantly in multiple global destinations
• Inflation and fuel price increases have led to higher travel costs and airline fee hikes
• Travelers are using budget filters more frequently on booking platforms