Discover the Cheapest Nearby Lodging

There are various reasons why you might need to temporarily search for and rent a motel for rest and recuperation. Whether it's because you missed your ride home or returned late from an outing and your host is unavailable,... Whatever the reason, your need to find cheap accommodations nearby remains urgent and needs to be resolved quickly. Through free apps available on Android, iPhone, as discussed below, you can swiftly find good, affordable accommodation with the shortest travel distance for yourself.

Guide to Finding Affordable Nearby Lodging

1. Finding Budget Lodging Nearby on Google Maps.

Commonly available on most Samsung, iPhone, and Windows phones, the Google Maps app on phones also helps you address your immediate lodging needs. Here are the steps you need to take:

Step 1: Download and open the Google Maps app on your phone. If not downloaded yet, you can download it from the link provided below.

- Download Google Maps for Android
- Download Google Maps for iPhone

Step 2: Enter the keyword 'lodging' or 'nearby lodging' or 'lodging nearby' into the search bar on the Google Maps app. Immediately, lodgings near your location will appear on Google's suggestion bar, press 'search' to explore more results related to the keyword 'lodging' on the app.

Here, you can also tap on the 'filter' option on the screen to select lodgings with star ratings or operating according to personal preferences.

Step 3: You can tap on any lodging to view more photos and star ratings from previous users about this lodging location.

At this step, instead of manually selecting to view photos and reviews of each accommodation, you can also tap on the 'list' button at the bottom of the screen to see an overview of the list of accommodations available on the app.

Step 4: After selecting a suitable accommodation, you press 'directions' for the app to estimate the distance and corresponding travel time from your location to the accommodation. Finally, you press 'start' to move according to Google Map's guidance.

2. Finding budget accommodations through the Maps app on iPhone

The default 'Maps' app on iPhone can help you quickly search for nearby accommodations. If you accidentally delete this app on your device, you can download it from the link provided below.

Step 1: After downloading and installing the 'Maps' app on your iPhone, next, you need to access the app and enter the keyword 'lodging' in the app's search bar.

Step 2: Immediately after searching for 'lodging' or 'inn', lodgings near your location, searched by many on this app, will be displayed, suggested on the screen. To proceed, press the 'search' button in the bottom right corner of the screen. At this point, the lodgings closest to you will be displayed on the map.

Step 3: You can use your fingers to zoom in, accurately view the locations of the lodgings displayed on the map, and select any lodging you like.

Step 4: Next, press the 'time' button below the name of the lodging to find the shortest route to the lodging and start moving. Note: Be sure to choose a suitable route for your personal vehicle to avoid penalties for traveling on restricted roads.

Step 5: Similar to hotels on Booking, Agoda, etc., some motels and guesthouses also offer advance room booking services. Just scroll up a bit and you'll find room reviews and photos to consider and choose.

Here are 2 ways to find budget accommodations nearby on your iPhone or Android phone that Mytour wants to share with you. Read on, search, and find a quick and safe way to find accommodation from your smartphone!