We compared 7 hotel-booking sites that give you great deals and rewards

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While the frenzy of the sharing economy has brought Airbnb to new heights of success, the hotel and vacation rental industry is certainly not dead. Hotels bring their own benefits that Airbnb cannot guarantee: privacy, security, special amenities and services, and loyalty rewards programs. Especially for frequent travelers, rewards programs help keep costs low, are easy to take advantage of thanks to partnerships with other travel-related businesses, and offer some pretty nice perks.

We looked at 7 hotel and vacation rental booking sites that make it easy for you to find a hotel that fits your needs, whether you're a business traveler hopping from country to country, a parent scouting out a family-friendly resort, or an event planner planning an important conference. Across these sites, you can go almost anywhere in the world and enjoy a variety of economy, midscale, and luxury brands. 

In addition to the highlights of each site, we looked at the design and benefits of its rewards program (if offered). We recommend signing up for the rewards programs you like because they are all free to join. You have nothing to lose by signing up.

Your home away from home is just a few clicks away. Find the best hotel and vacation rental booking site for you below.

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