Finding a top class hotel is an extremely difficult task. There are many hotels that impress with their looks from the outside, whereas the inside leaves a lot to be desired. Similarly there are hotels that don't look so great from the outside, but are lovely on the inside. It is not always the best thing as they say, to judge a book by its cover. With the recent recession travelling for fun has been in decline. Similarly even business travel has been cut to a minimum to save money. It is no wonder hotels are constantly competing with the larger hotel groups for filling bed space. So how do you choose the best hotel from the choice you have? It's not always about cost. A 50 pounds a night hotel in one area may be tonnes better than a 50 in a popular area, simply because that area is in demand. So in a big city like London, for example, how do you make your choice?
The first thing to do is check out the facilities. These days most hotels with have their own websites that will detail their facilities. At the very least, you want tea and coffee making facilities and an en-suite bathroom or shower room. There was a time when hotels would have one shared bathroom. These days we have a little more choice, and it definitely best to find a hotel that at least gives you the privacy of your own shower! Tea and coffee making facilities should normally be on offer. Don't fuss too much if you don't have the more minor facilities such as the trouser press. Is a trouser press and mini bar really a necessity? Don't forget as well, you can normally expect to pay an arm and a leg for a chocolate bar! A bottle of water can end up costing more than a decent bottle of wine.
Study with much more detail the more important facilities you'd expect to have access to for an extended stay. If you are just stopping over night, there is nothing to stop you sampling the cuisine at a local restaurant. However, should you be staying for a while you might want the cost and convenience of a hotel with its own restaurant. The need for a bar generally comes down to the individual! For work travel, you are probably going to be that tired after a hard day, that you'll probably just want to go to sleep. However, should the purpose of your travel be for pleasure, you really need to unwind at the bar!
Beyond the facilities it is worth reading up on the hotel. The local tourist board should be able to offer independent advice.Far quicker though, is jumping on Google and typing the hotel name in. Normally you will find the hotel will come up on a number of review websites. Take the reviews with a pinch of salt though. Some people's reviews show they are very difficult to please. For 50 pounds they are probably expecting a 500 pound service. On the flip side, some people are far too easily pleased. The best reviews go into lots of detail from the start of the experience to the end. It's easier to work out how fair a review is when it is longer and more detailed.
You can always ring the hotel reception before booking. If the staff are friendly and courteous, that hotel is worth booking! If on the other hand the reception staff are unhelpful and seem uninterested, that hotel may be worth avoiding. Remember to ask the staff to confirm the room facilities.
All in all, after some research you should be able to pick out the best hotel.Bear in mind though, in places like London events can dictate availability and you may find during peak times the hotel unavailable. It's always worth booking your hotel room in advance to avoid disappointment. Wherever you choose, leave a review and have a good time!
The first thing to do is check out the facilities. These days most hotels with have their own websites that will detail their facilities. At the very least, you want tea and coffee making facilities and an en-suite bathroom or shower room. There was a time when hotels would have one shared bathroom. These days we have a little more choice, and it definitely best to find a hotel that at least gives you the privacy of your own shower! Tea and coffee making facilities should normally be on offer. Don't fuss too much if you don't have the more minor facilities such as the trouser press. Is a trouser press and mini bar really a necessity? Don't forget as well, you can normally expect to pay an arm and a leg for a chocolate bar! A bottle of water can end up costing more than a decent bottle of wine.
Study with much more detail the more important facilities you'd expect to have access to for an extended stay. If you are just stopping over night, there is nothing to stop you sampling the cuisine at a local restaurant. However, should you be staying for a while you might want the cost and convenience of a hotel with its own restaurant. The need for a bar generally comes down to the individual! For work travel, you are probably going to be that tired after a hard day, that you'll probably just want to go to sleep. However, should the purpose of your travel be for pleasure, you really need to unwind at the bar!
Beyond the facilities it is worth reading up on the hotel. The local tourist board should be able to offer independent advice.Far quicker though, is jumping on Google and typing the hotel name in. Normally you will find the hotel will come up on a number of review websites. Take the reviews with a pinch of salt though. Some people's reviews show they are very difficult to please. For 50 pounds they are probably expecting a 500 pound service. On the flip side, some people are far too easily pleased. The best reviews go into lots of detail from the start of the experience to the end. It's easier to work out how fair a review is when it is longer and more detailed.
You can always ring the hotel reception before booking. If the staff are friendly and courteous, that hotel is worth booking! If on the other hand the reception staff are unhelpful and seem uninterested, that hotel may be worth avoiding. Remember to ask the staff to confirm the room facilities.
All in all, after some research you should be able to pick out the best hotel.Bear in mind though, in places like London events can dictate availability and you may find during peak times the hotel unavailable. It's always worth booking your hotel room in advance to avoid disappointment. Wherever you choose, leave a review and have a good time!
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If you are visiting in London and need advice on the best London Kings Cross Hotel checkout the Wardonia Hotel, an excellent example of hotels St Pancras.
