Instagram and TikTok are filled with images of luxury hotels and lavish travel experiences. From massive infinity pools to glam yachts to opulent room-service spreads, there’s no shortage of expensive vacation offerings on display.
But while the appeal is obvious, we don’t all have the budget to stay at a Four Seasons or an Aman. And even if you can technically afford this kind of lodging, that’s not always where people want to spend those precious vacation dollars.
But there are ways to bring a dash of luxury to your travels without breaking the bank. Below, travel experts share their tips for making an affordable vacation feel a little more luxurious.
Go to a fancy hotel bar for a drink
“I love luxury hotel bars ― the design, atmosphere, and cocktails!” said Jessica van Dop DeJesus, founder and editor at The Dining Traveler. “I always add a hotel bar experience to my itinerary. Although some can be pricey, it’s worth stopping by for a martini to wind down after a busy day of sightseeing.”
These nice hotel bars often offer reasonably priced happy hour deals and snacks. Ben Julius, founder of the travel platform Tourist Journey, sometimes goes a step further and books a restaurant reservation as well.
“You can eat in the famous gardens at Mexico City’s Four Seasons or enjoy the bar with the gold-leafed ceiling at Royal Mansour in Marrakech even if you’re not a guest of the hotel,” he said.
Besides bringing high-end vibes to your vacation, grabbing a drink or a bite at a ritzy hotel can give you an opportunity to check out the rest of the property.
“Many luxury hotels do not allow people past the lobby unless they are guests at the hotel,” said travel blogger and TV host La Carmina. “However, these hotels tend to let you go in and explore if you are getting drinks at the bar. This is how I got to wander inside Dubai’s Burj Al Arab. I made a reservation for drinks at the Skyview Bar. The bar has a minimum spend per person, but it’s far less expensive than if you booked a room at the Burj Al Arab.”
Get a day pass at a resort
“I always think it would be nice to stay at some of the big luxury resorts, but then my bank balance brings me back to reality,” said Claire Summers, the travel blogger behind Claire’s Itchy Feet. “Plus, I know I’ll be bored after a couple of days there anyway. So…
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