Are AAA's discounts worth it?

[sk!mom]

I'm planning a trip to NYC for this summer. I'm looking at some way to reduce the hotel costs.
Are the AAA discounts most hotels offer worth the $69.00 enrollment fee in AAA?

 

[rflorek]

I find that AAA is worth is for the roadside assistance. I've used them a few times for flat tires, lockouts & towing, and find that well worth the price of enrollment & membership. The free maps, guide books, and store & hotel discounts are a bonus to me.

I'm not sure how the discounts are for NYC. Check a couple of hotel websites for pricing & enter AAA for discount option if it's there. That will give you an idea how much you'll be saving.

 

[java]

I don't think too many of the "name" hotels in NYC offer AAA discounts- but I could be wrong(I think we used one once at the NY Palace- really nice hotel by the way.) Also when you decide on a hotel- call them to ask if they are running any promos(many do after the holidays!) Also always ask for the "best" rate when you call. They often have Business deals that anyone can use. Good luck and I think you would get your moneys worth with AAA for other things - but not necessarily a NYC hotel.

 

[kjs1976]

You can always check into what hotels offer AAA discounts in the area you want to travel. Don' for get that there may be discounts on various tour or museum tickets, as well as on restaraunts.

AAA is good for peace of mind when traveling, too. We got it for the travel discounts and have now used it twice when my husband's truck stalled on the freeway and when I hit a patch of ice and slammed into a curb and snow bank. We've made our membership dues plus $100-200 a year on travel and merchandise savings.

 

[KarenAylwood]

The peace of mind while traveling is worth it to me!! I think of the discounts and travel books as icing on the cake

It's totally worth it, IMO.

 

[Disneyglobegirl]

I originally bought my AAA membership for the Disney discounts however I have found that I can use it for lots of things outside of Disney. Many other hotels and restaurants offer a AAA discount plus I love the peace of mind I have when driving and knowing I can call them for emergencies. I did have to use the for a flat tire and locking my keys in the car this year - their response was wonderful! To me AAA is definately worth it!