If you are booking a hotel room and want to save money, it is important to remember this old adage: You get what you pay for. So if you don’t pay very much for a hotel room, you won’t get a lot of amenities for your money. Cheap hotels, however, do serve their purpose. When you just need a place to stay they can be your best option. And when you are on a budget, they are the best way to take a vacation without spending any money. Just make sure to check out pictures and reviews of any hotel before you make a reservation.