Best discount codes (2026)
Curated collections of the best hotel and rental car discount codes by membership type.
AAA / CAA Members
The deepest publicly available discounts — AAA codes work at every major chain and are rarely verified.
4 hotel chains 5 rental companies Up to 40% at Conrad & Waldorf Astoria
AARP Members (50+)
$12/year membership pays for itself on the first booking. Best for renters over 50.
3 hotel chains 5 rental companies Up to 20% at Hertz, Avis, Budget
Military & Government
Deepest hotel discounts but highest ID check rate. USAA codes include free rental insurance.
3 hotel chains 3 rental companies 15-25% at Marriott (government rate)
Costco Members
Book through Costco Travel — packages include insurance and extra driver. Executive members earn 2% back.
4 rental companies Free additional driver on rentals
Which membership gives the best savings?
| Membership | Hotel savings | Rental savings | ID check rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAA/CAA | 5-10% (up to 40%) | Up to 20% | Low (<5%) |
| AARP (50+) | 5-10% | Up to 20% | Medium (~20%) |
| Military/Gov | 15-25% | Up to 20% | High (~80-100%) |
| Costco | — | Varies + perks | N/A (Costco Travel) |
Quick tips
- AAA is the safest bet — deepest discounts, lowest ID check rate, works at every chain.
- Military/Gov gives deepest savings but you will need to show ID at Marriott.
- Costco Travel includes free additional driver — worth $10-15/day on its own.
- Stack codes with loyalty membership — discount codes + loyalty points earn simultaneously.