Prescott hotels unleash summer deal

If anyone is looking for some last-minute ideas for a summer getaway on the cheap, consider a mid-week stay in the cool confines of Prescott.

I just received a press release stating that a bunch of historic and quirky hotels and bed & breakfasts are offering the following: Book the first night Sunday through Thursday and receive the second night during the week at 50 percent off. The offer is good until Aug. 28.

Yes, that only gives you a couple of weeks to capitalize, and yes, it’s kind of a let-down because it’s for a mid-week stay. But the question you must ask is, How many sick days do I have left?

To take advantage of the discounted rate, consider burning two at the following locations, all of which are part of the promotion:

• Apple Creek Cottages, 1001 White Spar Road, Prescott, 928-445-7321

• Prescott Cabin Rentals, P.O. Box 4301, Prescott, 928-778-9573

• Hotel St. Michael, 205 W. Gurley St., Prescott, 928-776-1999

• Hassayampa Inn, 122 E. Gurley St., Prescott, 928-778-9434

There are also a few chain hotels participating, including Comfort Inn Prescott, Springhill Suites by Marriott, Residence Inn by Marriott, Holiday Inn Express and Hampton Inn.

If you go, tell those Prescott folk where you heard about it. And don’t forget, it’s pronounced "PRES-kit" like a "biscuit." That way you’ll be treated like a local.