Are you looking to travel over the summer months and want to know what to look for in the perfect hotel room?
Whether you’re after a luxury experience, or a budget stay, here are four top tips for finding the best for your money in the hotel industry, and which features to keep an eye out for.
A Comfy Bed
Whilst you’re travelling, having a comfy bed is the key to a happy holiday. No matter if you’re enjoying a beach-based holiday with endless days of sunbathing or an action-packed adventure of walking and sightseeing, having a comfy bed to sink into at the end of the day is part of the dream holiday package.
If you want to replicate your comfy bed experience, contact sleep specialists at Archers Sleep Centre who can offer you a personalised experience of finding the perfect bed to facilitate your holiday sleeping experience all year round!
Tasteful and Functional Decor
Decor is important for driving that dream holiday aesthetic. Part of the holiday experience is feeling like you’re wrapped in luxury for the duration of your stay, whilst receiving good value for your money.
Luxurious hotels will likely opt for neutral and airy decor with light coloured furnishings, minimal furniture and advanced technology in their rooms.
If you’re opting for a more budget selection, then the decor of your room is likely to be more basic, but should also be functional. In particular, it’s a good idea to look out for bathrooms – you should have a fully operating shower or bath, sink and toilet.
Cleanliness is Key
This is the number one feature that should be consistent across the board no matter how big or small your budget is.
A clean hotel room is essential for maintaining the health and wellbeing of guests, as well as the overall functionality of facilities in the room. Regular cleans are also an opportunity to inspect the rooms for potential damage.
Pay particular attention to areas that are most likely to be missed by cleaning staff including the inside of the shower or bath, toilet, under the bed, and in hard-to-clean areas behind furniture. Report any problems to the hotel immediately – who knows, you might even receive some kind of compensation for your experience.
If you’re worried about encountering potential cleanliness issues, particularly in more communal hostel rooms, you can pack some travel-size antibacterial wipes from online retailers like Go Tiny. Not only do Go Tiny specialise in travel size toiletries, but they also supply travel electricals and pharmaceutical products.
Welcome Gifts
These are a lovely touch, and can be present in any hotel from high to low budget. Whether it’s a welcome pack of tea bags and UHT milk, or champagne and chocolates, leaving something for guests that feels complimentary is bound to be a winner.
If you’re travelling abroad, it might be a good idea to take along some homely refreshments. It’s always a safe bet to take some Yorkshire Tea and a few sachets of Nescafe for a refreshing pick me up whenever you need it!
Do you have any tips for finding the dream hotel? Share your thoughts in the comments section below!
