Having a positive experience while traveling is greatly tied to how good you feel about your hotel choice. Never is it more important to feel comfortable in your hotel than when you are traveling for business. Business travel often requires a strict schedule and the last thing you want to have to deal with are hotel issues. Avoiding a hotel nightmare on your next business trip can be easily accomplished by asking a few simple questions when you book your room. Remember, you deserve to be comfortable while traveling on business and it never hurts to ask for a little something extra.
The first question you should ask is what makes their property better than other local hotels. This question can help you to get an idea of all of the amenities their property has to offer, what the best rates available are or you may just find out that the hotel's representatives are not prepared to answer that question and that may save you from booking a room at a property who's service is less than great.
Once you have decided that the hotel is a good choice for you asking questions about the rooms will help ensure you get a great one. While most hotels have a few room options with obvious differences, a standard room verses a deluxe room or suite; some hotels have an unspoken hierarchy that can only be found out by asking the right questions. Ask if there are any rooms that are preferred by guests. Also ask if any of the rooms have been recently renovated or offer nicer views. Asking these questions can sometimes get you a better room without paying more.
If the hotel has a room recommendation, take it, they usually know best. If you get the standard "all our rooms are great" answer then these simple question will help make your stay more peaceful. First ask if they have any large groups, like wedding parties staying at the hotel. If they do, request a room on a different floor. Large groups tend to be noisier in the hallways and often gather in large numbers in their rooms. Requesting a room away from ice machines and elevators will also decrease foot traffic past your room and lead to a quieter stay. If your hotel is in a large city, generally the higher the floor the less noise you will hear from the bustling sidewalks and streets outside. You will also have nicer views from higher floors.
Be sure to ask about additional costs that can unexpectedly add up during your stay. Parking, internet access, and gym fees are often ways hotels add hidden costs to their price. Knowing about these before you arrive will prepare you and the less surprises you have to your wallet that happier you will be.
Finally ask about other perks they may offer. Can you have a newspaper delivered to your door? Is there a complimentary continental breakfast? If not, where do they suggest you dine? If you have all of these little details worked out before you travel it will make maintaining a schedule and getting a good night's sleep easier.
The first question you should ask is what makes their property better than other local hotels. This question can help you to get an idea of all of the amenities their property has to offer, what the best rates available are or you may just find out that the hotel's representatives are not prepared to answer that question and that may save you from booking a room at a property who's service is less than great.
Once you have decided that the hotel is a good choice for you asking questions about the rooms will help ensure you get a great one. While most hotels have a few room options with obvious differences, a standard room verses a deluxe room or suite; some hotels have an unspoken hierarchy that can only be found out by asking the right questions. Ask if there are any rooms that are preferred by guests. Also ask if any of the rooms have been recently renovated or offer nicer views. Asking these questions can sometimes get you a better room without paying more.
If the hotel has a room recommendation, take it, they usually know best. If you get the standard "all our rooms are great" answer then these simple question will help make your stay more peaceful. First ask if they have any large groups, like wedding parties staying at the hotel. If they do, request a room on a different floor. Large groups tend to be noisier in the hallways and often gather in large numbers in their rooms. Requesting a room away from ice machines and elevators will also decrease foot traffic past your room and lead to a quieter stay. If your hotel is in a large city, generally the higher the floor the less noise you will hear from the bustling sidewalks and streets outside. You will also have nicer views from higher floors.
Be sure to ask about additional costs that can unexpectedly add up during your stay. Parking, internet access, and gym fees are often ways hotels add hidden costs to their price. Knowing about these before you arrive will prepare you and the less surprises you have to your wallet that happier you will be.
Finally ask about other perks they may offer. Can you have a newspaper delivered to your door? Is there a complimentary continental breakfast? If not, where do they suggest you dine? If you have all of these little details worked out before you travel it will make maintaining a schedule and getting a good night's sleep easier.
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