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Selecting a Hotel

by ajc on Jan.22, 2009, under Travel Advice

hotel-viewLodging is one of the most important aspects of a holiday or business trip.  While your company may select your hotel for you if you’re on business, if you’re going on holiday, you may have many different choices.  However, you want to be sure you select a hotel that best fits your needs.

What amenities do you need in your lodging?  Some hotels offer luxuries like fridges, microwaves, and even small kitchenettes, but you’ll find these rooms are sometimes more expensive.  You also have a choice in beds—do you need one large bed or two smaller ones?  Will you need a roll-in bed?  If you’re getting two rooms, can you get them with an adjoining door?  Take all of these considerations into account when you’re booking your lodging.

You also need to consider location.  Finding a hotel near places you want to visit is a good idea since it will cut down on transportation time.  You may even be able to walk from your hotel, saving you money on taxi rides.  Also check to see if your hotel offers shuttles to the airport or not.  Some hotels do have free transportation back and forth to the airport, but some do not.

If you’re travelling with children, inquire about discounted rates.  Some hotels charge less for children under 12, and some allow babies to stay for free.  Likewise, be sure to check how many adults are allowed in each room.  Some charge one price for two adults and a different price for three or four adults.

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