IRS Pub 521 says I can deduct lodging while traveling & expenses for day you arrive. Can I deduct the hotel during the travel & hotel on the night I arrived?

[reynolds_jack]

Here is exact quote of IRS Pub 521 (2016): "You can deduct the cost of transportation and lodging for yourself and members of your household while traveling from your former home to your new home. This includes expenses for the day you arrive."

[PeterM · Accepted solution]

Yes, you can.