By Carla Rossouw


When travelling, one of the most important things that you need to plan is the accommodation. You need to make sure that you have a comfortable place to sleep at in every country that you visit. Travel tours are exciting but they should also be relaxing.

Consider your budget. You cannot book any place you want especially if your budget is limited. It is better if you first fix your budget then browse all the options that fall into it. If you are a backpacker, you can find cheap places but it may not have everything that you need. If you are on a luxury travel, you can choose hotels that are complete with all the amenities however it might be pricier.

Consider the amenities provided by the hotel. Every hotel varies when it comes to the things they offer to the customers. Some hotels have DVD players while others only have cable TVs. Some provide internet service for free while others require a price for the connection. Some may have fitness gyms or swimming pools where the guests can relax while others only offer rooms and food. You need to reserve a hotel that has all the things that you will need. You can ask the front desk receptionist in advance to confirm.

Always read hotel reviews. They are the feedbacks of past customers on the hotels they have visited. The good thing about hotel reviews is that they offer factual and almost accurate information about the current status of the hotel. Some share pictures so you would see how the hotel actually looks like. The problem with hotel websites is that they are sometimes exaggerating their advertisements. They post great pictures that are different from what they really offer. By reading hotel reviews, you will know the truth. You will also have an idea about other important aspects such as safety, cleanliness and customer service.

Consider the location as much as possible. The worst thing that could happen to you is to have a hotel that is too far off from civilization. The hotel might be cheap but you will have to travel for a long time before you can reach the city. Not only will you waste time but also money. Make sure that the hotel you are going to book is strategically situated. It should be near establishments and if possible, near the airport. This way, you will not have a hard time adjusting your time to reach the airport on time. In addition, you should make sure that there are public transportations available near your hotel.

Added services are wonderful deals. Prior to choosing a location, you need to request the receptionist for other deals they might be offering. If you're able to get complimentary breakfast, taxi around the city that might be great. Some hotels offers free valet services back and forth from international airports for visitors who're coming and departing the nation.

Finding an accommodation is easy because there are a lot of choices. However, you should always be wise by considering all important things.




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