Tuesday 8 April 2014

5 Tips for Choosing a Hotel Room

1. The View


A great view allows you to experince the character and vibe of the city you are visiting in a way most people including the local population do not get to. If your hotel is not a high raise building like Nairobi Safari Club, you can request the Front Desk Reception to allocate you a room facing their gardens or pool.   

2. Room Service


Even though twenty four hour room service is the norm rather than the exception, not all all hotels adhere to this policy. It is advisable in call ahead to inquire the hours of operation, and whether there is an additional cover charge for the provision of this service.

 

3.Lighting


This is largely depended on the purpose of your travel. Soft lighting is acceptable for vacations while bright lighting is best suited for people who intend to work for long hours in their respective rooms.

 

4. Space


The space of the hotel room can be accurately gauged by the number of stars the hotel has. Ideally the more the stars the bigger the rooms. The advantage of booking larger rooms is that there is usually space to set up an extra bed. This comes in handy if you are travelling with children below the age of 12.

5. Non- Complimentary Items

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Just because a room comes with complimentary bathroom and /or tea making facilities, it does not mean that other amenities available are complimentary as well. The mini fridge/bar for instance is usually stocked with drinks (alcoholic and non alcoholic) as well as assorted snacks that are not complimentary. The same goes for some television channels available.

Whether you are a first time or seasoned traveller, never hesitate to ask the Front Desk Reception, or Guest Relations Desk for any assistance or clarification. Remember their job is to ensure that you have a pleasant memorable stay.


1 comment:

  1. I will admit that I love having a spacious room. I don't like to feel closed in when I'm in my hotel room. That's my preference, though.

    Nora Moore | http://www.ceahotel.com.au/canberra/hotel-accommodation-canberra

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