How old do you have to be to get a hotel room?

Here's the deal. My friends and I are planning on going to Secaucus, New Jersey from June 8-10 for a Halo 2 Tournament. The only problems are that none of us are 18 yet. I wanted to find out if you have to be 18 or 21 to get a room, and if so, is it possible to make arrangements with a hotel beforehand and get permission from a parent?

most cases 21...

In most jurisdictions, you have to be old enough to sign a legal contract...18.

However, if you can convince your parents to pony-up the steep damage deposit (via a credit card), and agree to pay for the room(s), you shouldn't have much trouble.

it really depends on the hotel....I've gotten about three rooms and I'm 19...BUT, I've also been turned away at several becuase of my age. MANY require you to be 21....but just call around and see what you can find.