🌟 Secrets of choosing the perfect luxury hotel
Choosing the right hotel is a prerequisite for a good holiday. It can turn out unforgettable or be completely ruined. Unfortunately, there is no single formula for finding hotels. Expensiveness does not always equal quality, the number of stars does not guarantee excellent service, and a huge selection of hotels makes the search even more difficult. This is why you should do thorough research before packing your bags. We will highlight several important points that you should definitely pay attention to when choosing a luxury hotel.
Planning a budget
Budget is usually the main criterion when choosing a hotel. Typically, living costs take up a significant portion of expenses, so you should immediately find out how much you can spend on housing. If you plan to spend most of your time in a hotel, then this is where you should allocate the bulk of your budget.
If the holiday destination is not of fundamental importance, then pay attention to the countries of Southeast Asia, such as Thailand or the Philippines. Prices there will be much lower than in Italy or France. It is possible that you will even get a higher level of comfort and additional services for less money.
Any vacation will be more enjoyable when you can save a lot on it. Many hotels periodically hold promotions or offer good discounts. This could be a reduction in the price of your stay, an additional free night, or another nice bonus. If you travel often and use hotels of a certain chain, then do not forget to accumulate points. Later you can exchange them and get a discount.
Choosing a location
For lovers of peace and tranquility, it is better to choose a separate cottage on some remote island. Well, if you plan to make forays into the city, then you should carefully consider a number of points. For example, how far away are the beaches, theme parks, shops. After all, the more time you spend on the road, the less time you will have for everything else.
In this case, Google maps will come to the rescue. We find the hotel we like and see what is located around it and at what distance. Or we go the opposite way: we find the places we want to visit and plot the route to the hotel. Along the way, we look at Rome, what else interesting is along the way.
For example, Bali is a relatively small island, but each part of it is completely different. In Ubud, you can enjoy the silence and admire the beauty of the green tropical forests and rice fields. But Canggu is the most “fashionable” area and an excellent place for surfing.
Choosing a hotel style
Some people don't like vintage furniture and overly pretentious style. Others will want to spend time surrounded by interior design experiments. Therefore, it is important to choose a hotel where you will feel comfortable. The hotel website should give a complete picture of all this.
Boutique hotels are famous for their unusual concepts. These are premium hotels, small and cozy. The number of rooms does not exceed 100, and each of them is different from each other. Often such hotels occupy the sites of ancient restored buildings, the interiors were designed by famous designers, and the food is prepared by chefs with Michelin stars.
Another distinctive feature of such hotels is their friendly policy towards pets.
Every year, eco- tourism is gaining popularity, and the number of eco-hotels is growing accordingly. Holidays in such places are often more expensive. But surveys by the Center For Responsible Travel found that a fifth of travelers are willing to pay more for an environmentally friendly concept.
Despite the fact that eco-hotels belong to the premium segment, in appearance they are simple and more like aboriginal huts. And all because the technologies of indigenous tribes are used in construction, as well as natural local materials: wood, stone, bamboo. These points should be taken into account when planning your trip and choosing a hotel style.
Checking your reputation
The official website of the hotel is its face, which can say a lot. The features of a good hotel are not only beautiful pictures on the website, but an intuitive interface with many filters in the search. The process of booking a room should not be difficult.
Next, you should check the hotel’s reputation on independent sites. TripAdvisor or Booking sites will help with this. We go in and read reviews from guests. Often people post photos that show what the rooms, food and everything else really look like. This will help you look at things more realistically.
Reviews, of course, are a good thing, but you need to be extremely careful with them. After all, your idea of luxury may differ significantly from other people’s ideas. However, if the hotel has a high rating, and the vast majority of guests were satisfied, this often characterizes the hotel positively.
It would also be a good idea to look for videos on YouTube. It is possible that some blogger has already posted a video about the hotel where you are going to stay.
Select a number
A distinctive feature of premium hotels is the ability to choose the perfect room that will meet the requirements of even the most demanding guest. Take your time and carefully consider the types of amenities you will definitely need. For example, the size of the bed, the type of mattress or the presence of slippers. All this can be noted using filters on the site.
If important points are not on the list, you can always call the hotel directly and inquire about this or send an email through the feedback form with clarifying questions.
Food and drink
While still at home, you need to decide approximately how much money you will have to spend on food and drinks. Yes, you can choose an all-inclusive rate and not think about anything else, but this is not always cost-effective. If you are planning hiking and excursions during the day, it is better to leave only breakfast.
Luxury hotels, as a rule, have a chic restaurant with a rich bar, and the food is prepared by a famous chef. Culinary delights are beautiful, tasty, but expensive. Not everyone can afford to eat in such places three times a day. To get an idea of what you will be served, check out the menu on the hotel website.
Facilities for the whole family and pets
In many luxury hotels, guests traveling with children can use the services of a nanny. And you can leave your pets alone in the room and not worry that something will happen to them. A specially trained person will feed the four-legged animals at the right time and take them for a walk.
But even a lone traveler would do well to find out the hotel’s policy regarding these issues. Business people and lovers of silence may not like children screaming in neighboring rooms or barking dogs.
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In addition, some premium hotels are often equipped with spas, fitness centers, gyms or places for yoga. Others may provide the use of a personal car, a secretary or a concierge. Find out in advance whether the hotel has the service or staff you are interested in.
I hope these tips will help you save money on your next vacation and make your vacation comfortable and unforgettable. Happy Travel!