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Old Aug 16, 2006 | 9:16 am
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MarkMColo
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Originally Posted by BayouTraveler
What I don't get is how GSA can keep the CONUS rate at $60 for lodging...

How is it possible that the average rack rate for a MID-RANGE hotel is $60? They must be using HoJo, Red Roof Inn, LaQuinta AND including discount or "best available" and non-refundable rates. Seems like the standard rack rate anywhere I travel is at least $69, if not $99, unless I book way in advance.

Am I alone here????
No, you are most definitely not alone. The $60 CONUS rate is ridiculous. I stayed recently in St. George, Utah, and managed to get the $60 rate at the Courtyard. But the Hampton Federal Govt rate is $85, and the HGI is $89. Even the Fairfield charges $65.

The rates in many large cities are also unreasonably low. Good luck getting a govt. rate in Downtown Chicago.
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