It's prime vacation time, but finding somewhere to stay that's both affordable and luxurious is often the stumbling block to a great getaway.

So let's play a game: Pick a city you'd like to visit on vacation. Now go to BestHotelRates.com. If you're a CultureMap reader (hi!), guess what? You've already won, as this site and its deep discounts are just for you.

Here are five reasons why you should book your next hotel stay through BestHotelRates.com, available exclusively to CultureMap readers and Gow Media listeners:

1. More inventory
The website negotiates special rates at over 600,000 hotels worldwide, leveraging its massive buying power to save you hundreds or even thousands of dollars each year.

2. Bigger savings
CultureMap readers are part of the exclusive group that has access to this site, resulting in savings of up to 35 percent off the best online and hotel direct prices. That means more money for souvenirs (or cocktails, if that's how you vacation).

3. Wider choice
So many hotels equals more types of rooms and availability than you'll see on other sites, giving you a wider selection of rooms from which to choose. We all have that one friend who's extra picky about which room she books, and now even she's satisfied.

4. No more looking around
You'll find an array of hotel brands, all in one place. Everything from budget options to opulent lodgings, well-known brands to boutique names — it's all here. It makes the process of booking a hotel room simple and fast.

5. Discounts on top of discounts
You can even get discounts for long-term stays, if your needs extend past the norm. The BestHotelRates.com team is ready to help with all sorts of requests, from group travel to even finding which hotel has meeting space if you need to fit in some business.

Head to BestHotelRates.com now to start shopping. Your affordable getaway awaits.