Year-End Hotel Contracts: Why You Need to Move Before December 31st
As the year winds down, many planners hit pause — thinking they can wait until January to get serious about upcoming meetings. But here’s the truth: December is one of the best months to lock in hotel contracts. Why? Because hotels are racing to close their books strong, and that can mean major perks for you… if you move fast.
💡 Why Acting Now Pays Off
Hotels want to hit their year-end goals. That urgency works in your favor:
- Better rates on guest rooms and meeting space
- More concessions (think comp rooms, upgraded Wi-Fi, free parking)
- Faster turnaround and priority placement
Whether you’re planning a meeting for Q1, Q2 — or even later in the year — starting the contracting process in December gives you leverage.
🛑 But What If You’re Not Ready to Sign?
No problem. You don’t need every detail finalized to get started. By asking the hotel for a draft agreement now, you:
- Lock in availability while it’s still open
- Get time to review contract terms (before the holiday rush)
- Start negotiations while hotels are still motivated to make deals
Waiting until January means increased demand, fewer options, and missed opportunities.
🤝 How Mark Dallman Makes This Easy
Mark works directly with hotel sales teams to fast-track your RFP, get the contract in your hands quickly, and negotiate from a position of strength — all before the December 31 deadline.
As a 30-year hotel sales veteran and Regional VP at HPN Global, Mark knows exactly what to ask for — and what’s on the table — in these year-end conversations.
“Let me request your contract now — even if you’re still finalizing details. That gives us a running start and a better deal.” — Mark Dallman
📅 Ready to get a head start before the clock runs out?
Text or call Mark at (612) 432-1397 or email mdallman@hpnglobal.com to get your contract in before December 31.
Fast. Free. No obligation.