In a Facebook post, the Texas man said he won't be checking into a nursing home when he gets older.
The man estimates that the average nursing home care costs $188 per day.
But with extended-stay discounts and a senior citizen discount, Robison thinks his per-night hotel stay would be about $59.23.
With breakfast included at the hotel, Robison said that leaves him $128.77 "for lunch and dinner in any restaurant we want, or room service, laundry, gratuities and special TV movies." (He doesn't say whether taxes are figured into any of his calculations.)
Robison highlights the amenities included at a hotel, such as the pool, workout room and lounge.
He highlighted other perks such as transportation, included maintenance services, and the ability to check out and visit another hotel.
"Want to see Hawaii? They have Holiday Inn there too," he wrote.
While Robison notes that Medicare will pay for a fall, his plan doesn't include dedicated medical care or other services specific to a senior care facility — things that drive up the cost for care.
A private room in a licensed nursing home facility that offers care for those who are chronically ill or unable to take care of daily living needs is $253, on average, according to the Department of Health and Human Services.
A one-bedroom unit at an assisted living facility is $119 per day, on average, the department estimates.
His plan also doesn't account for hotel increases for premium nights and weekends.
But, Robison notes, his family can visit with his hotel plan.
"They will always be glad to find you, and probably check in for a few days mini-vacation," he wrote. "The grand kids can use the pool. What more could I ask for? So, when I reach that golden age, I'll face it with a grin."
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Man maps plan to spend 'golden years' in hotel instead of nursing home
You go Mister!
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