This is the decision of the hotel management and is not a part of the contract. See the 2000-2001 Texas State Travel Directory from the General Services Commission, provided to your department, for a comprehensive list of State of Texas contracted hotels and motels. How to Use Reservations for hotel stays may be made through the designated travel agency when making airline reservations or by calling the hotel direct. Ask for the State of Texas Contract Rate . Tips Guarantee your reservation when necessary .
Hotels have time deadlines for holding a reservation.
Ask the hotel, or your travel agency what the deadline for check-in is at the hotel you have selected. Guaranteeing the reservation means it will be held for you until midnight. You may guarantee the reservation by prepaying the first night's cost, giving a major credit card number, or by whatever other means the hotel requires. If you do not use your reservation or cancel before the arrival time, you will be charged for the room and are responsible for paying the charge. If so, you are responsible for paying it.