HotelTonight is a hotel booking app and website designed for travelers who need a place to stay on short notice. It specializes in last-minute hotel deals, offering unsold rooms at discounted rates — sometimes significantly lower than standard pricing. Not all of the listings offer huge savings, but some do. When I compared the platform’s hotel prices in my hometown of St. Petersburg, Florida, I found that 63% of same-day bookings were cheaper than the same properties' prices on Booking.com. Because HotelTonight is owned by Airbnb , some bookings also qualify for 10% back in Airbnb credits. That makes the platform a strong option for spontaneous trips, unexpected travel disruptions or same-day bookings. However, the savings come with trade-offs. Most reservations are nonrefundable, room selection is limited and available inventory is typically smaller than what you’ll find on traditional booking platforms like Expedia or Booking.com. Here’s what you should know before booking with HotelTonight.…