Who gets the master bedroom?

My husband and I sometimes travel with other couples and rent a condo/small house.  We always split the price equally on the place we rent but when we get there, it's always so awkward to decide who gets the master bedroom.  The bed is usually bigger and there is usually an en suite bathroom. Any suggestions? It's almost always just one other couple at a time, not several.  And not the always same couple every time so "taking turns" doesn't help"

L2020-10-03T22:25:00Z

When you travel, with the same couple, alternate who gets the master bedroom.....that way it's fare for everyone.

Christin K2020-10-02T10:55:42Z

Devise a game to see who gets the master. Either flip a coin, or draw a straw, or play a card from a deck--agree on the game first, the rules second and honor your choices. 

Mark2020-10-01T15:53:07Z

If you travel with the same couples, switch each time.  One time you get it, the next they do.

Or, make a rule that the couple getting the master has to pick up the tab for one dinner or lunch, or buy the liquor.

The Oracle of Omigod2020-10-01T15:40:04Z

If you are good friends you can inspect the property and then start a poker-type bidding war.  "We will pay you $10 per night for the Master bedroom.  What will you pay us for the Master?"  "Well WE will pay YOU $20 per night for the Master."

Fin2020-10-01T15:19:15Z

If both parties are paying equally, flip a coin for it - best 2 out of 3.

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