Hotels and accommodation

Here are some English words which may be helpful when staying in a hotel or guesthouse.

check-in
check-out
reservation
vacancy
to book
to check in
to check out
to pay the bill
to stay at a hotel

Types of accommodation

hotel
B&B; (abbreviation of bed and breakfast)
guesthouse
hostel
campsite

Types of room

single room
double room
twin room
triple room
suite

Room features

air conditioning
bath
en-suite bathroom
internet access
minibar
safe
shower

Hotel features

bar
car park
corridor
fire escape
games room
gym
laundry service
lift
lobby
reception
restaurant
room service
sauna
swimming pool

Hotel staff

manager
housekeeper
receptionist
room attendant
chambermaid
doorman
porter

Other useful words

fire alarm
laundry
room key
room number
wake-up call
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