Welcome to Cleveland’s Big Weekend – and Yes, the Rates Are Real

Hey Cleveland travelers – welcome to one of the busiest weekends this city has seen in years! Between the Morgan Wallen concert and several other major events, the city is alive, sold out, and buzzing.

And yes, if you’ve noticed your booking was higher than usual, you’re not imagining it.

Who We Are

I’m Jay, founder of StayWithJay.com. We specialize in clean, private, modern, budget-friendly accommodations – from rooms and suites to entire apartments and homes in the greater Cleveland area.

We also offer similar stays in São Paulo, Brazil (a little more upscale, but still affordable) and Mexico (with a touch more luxury).

Why the Prices Jumped

Our pricing follows an algorithm. This weekend’s surge is the single most dramatic daily increase I’ve seen in eight years of hosting. On a typical weekend, you might see rates from $40–$70 per night. This weekend? $250–$400 – and still cheaper than the $1,500 some folks paid at the Marriott for the exact same event.

The reality is simple: it’s supply and demand. And you’re here for something amazing.

Context Is Everything

Glass half full, glass half empty – you choose.

You can say, “I paid $400 for a budget place,” or you can say, “I paid $400 and still got safety, privacy, and comfort while others paid triple.”

That perspective matters – especially when you leave your review.

Why Your Review Matters

We rely on accurate, contextual reviews to connect with the right future guests. Rate us for what we offer, the crowd we serve, and the experience we deliver – not compared to a luxury brand we never claimed to be.

Proactivity is the best remedy. If I can convince even one of you to rate us fairly and in context this weekend, it will make a huge difference for travelers like you finding us in the future.