Philadelphia hotel hosts dollar days - literally

— -- How low will hotel prices go to get travelers in the door? Try $1 — at Philadelphia's Alexander Inn.

The deal is available for a limited number of rooms at the Center City boutique hotel, now ranked third on TripAdvisor. It's good for one night's stay (Sunday through Thursday), along with a free breakfast buffet, snacks around the clock and access to a 24-hour fitness center, until June 11. Rooms cannot be booked more than 30 days in advance. No minimum stay is required, but after the first night, rates return to normal. To book, call the hotel at 877-ALEX-INN (the offer is available only by phone).