May 4, 2026

Book Now: 10 Memorial Day Weekend Destinations With Hotels Under $200 a Night

Written by Gabrielle Olya
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Edited by Brendan McGinley
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Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial start of summer — and hotel rates can climb fast as rooms fill up. If you’re planning a quick getaway, booking early and choosing a budget-friendly city can help you keep nightly costs in check.

A new Priceline report analyzed prices for May 22 to May 25 and found 10 U.S. destinations where the average stay comes in under $200 per night. Keep in mind that taxes, fees and exact travel dates can change what you’ll pay, so flexibility can make a big difference.

Here are the cities where you should consider spending a long weekend this year.

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Here are the 10 cities, ranked from lowest to highest average nightly rate.

  1. Sioux Falls, South Dakota: $122

  2. Kissimmee, Florida: $132

  3. Columbus, Ohio: $138

  4. Orlando, Florida: $154

  5. Dallas: $159

  6. Charlotte, North Carolina: $162

  7. Tampa, Florida: $164

  8. Houston: $165

  9. Fort Worth, Texas: $172

  10. Portland, Oregon: $175

This article was provided by MoneyLion.com for informational purposes only and should not be construed as financial, legal or tax advice.

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Written by
Gabrielle Olya
Edited by
Brendan McGinley