How to Find a Perfect Hotel for Your Trip?
Will the hotel be good enough? Is it safe to book in advance? Which hotel do I book…?

There are many such questions on your mind when you begin looking for a place to stay during a vacation.

Searching for a perfect accommodation is not exactly the most enjoyable part of your trip planning.

In fact, to many travelers booking the right hotel is a dreaded task…

Because, you see, there’s always the fear of the unknown lurking about in the background.

Well, it’s time to drop your worries…

Just read through the EIGHT steps below and be sure to secure yourself the best accommodation for your next trip.

Let’s dive in…

1) Decide What Kind of Hotel You Want

That’s the first thing to figure out because obviously not all hotels are all the same.

Some hotels offer a wonderful balcony view while others are right in the middle of a busy street. Some hotels offer only breakfasts on the package yet others cover lunch and dinner as well.

Also, hotels are categorized based on stars, like 3-star or 4-star, you know…

But don’t rely on the stars completely.

That’s because what might be a 3-star hotel in one place might not qualify for the same status in a different place.

So, make up your mind as to what your ideal hotel should be like.

2) Know Your Budget Exactly!

Now, on a trip to Dubai, for instance, who wouldn’t want to book a room and stay at the world’s tallest skyscraper Burj Khalifa, right?

But, the question is: can you afford it?

So, always have your budget in view when you’re looking for suitable accommodation.

That helps you focus on the task better…

3) Google the Best Hotels at Your Destination

Here comes the most important step…

Once you’ve ascertained your financial limit and you know for sure what sort of hotel you are exactly looking for, it’s time to Google!

Search online the hotels at your destination and use filters to match your budget and preferences.

But, make sure the sites you’re using are reliable and trustworthy.

4) See the Reviews and Ratings

Now, after your Google search you’ll want to compare the ratings for the different hotels that came up.

And, honestly, opinions of those who’ve lodged in those places matter a lot.

So, go through the reviews very carefully!

Also, beware of FAKE testimonials and watch out for comments that sound too repetitive as if AI-generated.

5) What Facilities and Services Are There?

Run over the online brochures and package flyers and see what basic facilities plus complimentary services are available at your shortlisted hotels.

Is there a pool? Wifi available 24/7? Will there be a children’s play area (if you’re going with family), TV, lunch, dinner, pub, air conditioning, laundry, toiletries, commute service…?

Literally, a 100 questions to ask!

But, you’d better ask them…

As that’s the only sure-shot way to find your dream hotel.

6) Look for Any Available Discounts

Many hotels have those early bird kind of discounts where you can save money and you should definitely seek to avail yourself of such schemes.

Moreover, lots of hotels have special discounts on off-season bookings and that’s not a bad idea either.

Unless you’ve NO money worries, such valuable discounts or free schemes do make a difference…

7) Make Sure There Are No Hidden Costs

Well, we’ve all been in that embarrassing (and annoying) situation when after a meal a waiter had to explain to us why the bill totaled more than what it was supposed to be. Right?

And, this happens at hotel checkouts as well.

So, make sure you’re in the know of all the charges and the exact amount you’ll be paying for your stay.

8) Try to Book Well Before You Arrive

Booking at the last minute may sound venturesome but it’s always a bad idea.

The fact is about 44% of the leisure travelers book on the spur of the moment, but you’re still advised to stay on the safe side and get your room booked ahead of time.

No need to take any ‘youthful’ risks.

Particularly, if you’ve got your family with you.

So… that’s the 8 steps you can take to make sure that you end up in the right hotel.

Follow the advice and keep the accommodation-related stress OUT of your next trip!