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THE REAL DEALS

Lodging and Gas Deals, From $69

Analysts suggest gas prices will rise this summer as the temperature does. These hotels in 13 states are offering gas cards and rebates to alleviate some of that pain at the pump.
Wednesday, August 13, 2008 |

Maryland
Cambridge, from $239 per room per night
Take advantage of the Chesapeake Bay Experience package, and you'll receive a s'mores kit, a kite, a pass to Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge (a $3 value), and 15 percent off the resort's Orvis Store. Also included is a $25 gas card, redeemable at Wawa, which has 200 stores in the east (and one close to the resort). Rates start at $239 per room per night. When Through Dec. 31, 2008. Details Does not include taxes of 13 percent or a resort fee of $12 per night. Use code CBEXP8. Contact 800/633-7313, chesapeakebay.hyatt.com.

Michigan
Detroit, from $135 per room per night
The Fill Up Fridays package at the Best Western Sterling Inn covers a one-night stay, admission for four to the hotel's 32,000-square-foot water park, and a $20 gas voucher good at any Speedway gas station (there are three close to the hotel). Note that many other Best Western hotels in the U.S. and Canada are offering gas specials—get more information at bestwestern.com. When Through Aug. 31, 2008. Details Does not include tax of 13 percent. Up to four people can stay in one room. Accommodation is in a room with a king-size bed; add $20 for a room with two queen beds. Contact 800/953-1400, sterlinginn.com.

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New Mexico
Santa Fe, from $219 per room per night
Guests at the Eldorado Hotel & Spa will receive a food and beverage credit when they present a dated gas receipt or a rental car contract that corresponds with the date of check-in. The credit can be used toward the Old House restaurant or 24-hour in-room dining. Rates start at $219, or $438 for the two-night stay. When Through Sept. 6, 2008. Details Does not include tax of 15 percent. Requires a minimum two-night stay. Use promo code Santa Fe Gas Rebate. Contact 800/955-4455, eldoradohotel.com.

South Carolina
Myrtle Beach, from $189 per room per night
The Summer Vacation Fuel Rebate at the Marina Inn gives you 10¢ back on every mile in your round-trip drive, up to 1,600 miles. The hotel staff will use Mapquest to calculate the mileage of your trip. You can get up to a $160 credit, which will be deducted from your final hotel bill. When Through Aug. 31, 2008. Details Does not include tax of 11 percent or resort fee of $15 per night. Requires a three-night minimum stay. Contact 866/437-4113, marinainnatgrandedunes.com.

Virginia
Shenandoah National Park, from $129 per room per night
The Weekday Getaway package includes two nights' accommodations at Skyland Resort or Big Meadows Lodge, breakfast daily, and two tickets to Luray Caverns, a series of caves with huge, cathedral-like rooms. Plus, get a $30 gas voucher good at any ARAMARK gas station in the park. When Through July 31, 2008. Details All taxes included. Mention code SMWE when booking the second night. Requires a two-night stay midweek (Sun.-Thurs.). Contact 888/896-3833, visitshenandoah.com.

Charlottesville, from $159 per room per night
Receive a $20 credit on your bill for each night of your stay at the Boar's Head Inn. For more great deals in Virginia, see the official tourism website. When Through Aug. 28, 2008. Details Does not include tax of 10 percent or $8 resort fee per stay. Requires a two-night minimum stay. Mention "Gas Card Credit." Contact 800/476-1988, boardsheadinn.com.

Plus: Booking through Hotels.com? With the Summer Drive and Save program, you can get a $50 gas card after your trip when you book three consecutive nights. Use promo code GAS50. Book by July 6 and travel by September 1.

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Note: This story was accurate when it was published. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.

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