Best discount codes for last-minute booking (2026)
Codes and strategies for booking hotels and rentals within 48 hours of travel.
Hotel codes for last-minute booking
| Chain | Code | Why it works |
|---|---|---|
| Marriott | AAA rate | AAA rates have better last-minute availability than corporate codes — more room types included. |
| Hilton | 00017500 (AAA) | AAA code at Hilton has wide last-minute inventory — even at premium brands. |
Rental car codes for last-minute booking
| Company | Code | Why it works |
|---|---|---|
| Enterprise | XZ24A70 (AAA) | Enterprise neighborhood locations have best last-minute availability and lowest walk-up rates. |
| Hertz | CDP 2031294 (AAA) | Hertz AAA CDP works on last-minute bookings — no advance booking requirement. |
Pro tips
- Last-minute: AAA codes beat corporate codes — wider room/car availability and less restrictive blackout dates.
- Call the hotel directly for last-minute bookings — front desk can sometimes beat online rates.
- For last-minute rentals, neighborhood Enterprise locations are cheaper and have more availability than airport.
- HotelTonight app sometimes beats corporate codes for same-day bookings — compare before committing.
Frequently asked questions
Best corporate code for last-minute bookings?
AAA codes (00017500 for Hilton, AAA rate for Marriott/IHG) — they have fewer blackout dates than corporate codes like IBM or 3M.
Are last-minute hotel rates always more expensive?
Not always. Hotels with low occupancy drop rates 24-48 hours before. Apps like HotelTonight surface these deals.
Can I use a corporate code for same-day booking?
Yes. AAA, AARP, and most public codes work for same-day bookings. Company-specific codes (IBM, 3M) may require advance booking.
Best last-minute rental strategy?
Check Enterprise neighborhood locations first (cheapest), then Hertz airport (most inventory). AAA CDP works on both.