Do you give importance to accommodation? Many travelers keep in mind the lodging as a fundamental point to take into account so that their vacations meet all their expectations.
For this reason, we encourage you to share 8 tips that will help you choose a good accommodation and because, in addition, we keep in mind that due to the arrival of the pandemic, many hotels, lodgings and hostels have been strongly affected due to the drop in tourism. .
As active travelers we all help to reactivate the economy and improve the outlook for those who live from tourism, and, of course, we give value to places that offer what we expect to receive for the money we pay.
Follow these tips to choose a good accommodation
1. Look on a website where you see many options
Previously, to choose an accommodation, many travelers waited to arrive at their destination and asked residents for the most economical or recommended accommodation options.
It may be that for some this is a current practice, but we know that the internet has become a useful tool to prepare our trips much better.
Currently there are a large number of online sites that allow you, with just a search, to know different places available for the place you are going to.
You only have to choose the option that suits your needs and save a long time researching many pages of different hotels.
At Turismocity, for example, we have this service . To make use of it, you just have to select your destination city, dates, number of guests and click on search.
2. Choose according to your needs
Clearly some are looking for the cheapest option, others have no problem paying a little more to stay in a place that seems nice to them, as with everything, there are many types of preferences.
For this reason it is of great importance that you choose according to your needs so that your experience meets your expectations.
There are also those who give priority to other aspects beyond the price and how beautiful the place is.
A good way to be clear about what is most important to you is to make a list of the qualities that the accommodation must meet, we advise you not to forget these two key points:
- The type of trip you are going to do, whether it is business, fun or simply a trip to rest.
- The amount of time you are going to spend in the hotel.
3. Who is going to stay?
The accommodation, the room and the general services you need can vary greatly depending on the company with which you are going to travel.
Yours can be a family trip in which you go with older adults, babies, children or people with a disability. You can also go with your partner or it can be a trip that you go alone.
And of course, you cannot forget that if you are going to take your pet, the panorama can also change a lot. Whether you have a special company or not, it is an important aspect to keep in mind when choosing accommodation.
If you find several options where travelers can stay comfortably, we advise you to call the places directly so they know who is going and offer you the ideal place, so you can finally decide with the peace of mind that it was the best option.
4. Ask about the qualities of the hotel
Do not focus only on the price or the beauty, we advise you to also ask about the following qualities:
- What is the size of the room that you offer me?
- How is the cleaning and how often do they do it?
- Do they comply with all biosecurity protocols?
- Is there wi-fi service and how good is your signal?
- Does the accommodation include any kind of food?
- Is there TV, air conditioning, safe?
- What kind of spaces does the accommodation offer such as a swimming pool, bar…?
These are general questions that we think may be important to some, but as we mentioned, it all depends on the type of stay you are going to have:
If it is business, it may be important for you to have a desk in the room to work or if you are traveling with a baby, it may be important that the bathroom has a space to change it comfortably.
Depending on your need, we suggest you ask or investigate if the hotel can meet it.
5. Keep in mind the location and transportation
The location of the accommodation is important, we advise you to look at Google Maps so that you have a clear idea of how far or close it is to the places you are interested in visiting.
If it is far away or on the outskirts of the city, focus on finding the transportation options or facilities that you will have.
If it is close to the city or within it, make sure it is in a safe area and also what is the transport with which you can move from there.
If you prefer a quieter and clearer place or if you like to be central and see the streets of the place up close, these are details to keep in mind so that you find the most suitable accommodation.
6. Always check reviews
Another of the advantages that we have when planning our trips using the internet utilities is that we are all connected and can share our experiences.
This also applies when it comes to accommodation, many travelers are encouraged to give their reviews, whether good or bad, so that those who are interested in a particular place can learn about their experiences and keep them in mind when deciding.
When looking for comments about this place, you can clear up doubts such as how good the quality of the service is according to the price to pay, how safe the place is and how the employees treat their guests.
7. Date changes without charge
Due to covid-19 our environment can change from one day to the next, we have already experienced this on several occasions and those who had reservations for tickets, hotels and other tourist plans have been affected.
So it is of great importance to make sure that the accommodation you are going to arrive at has the free reservation and cancellation service, or in case of requesting date changes, it is done without any additional charge.
8. Additional services
The special services in the lodgings are of your choice, but if you are interested in spending long periods of rest in your room or hotel, it may be nice to purchase them.
These offer from free drinks in the hotel bar, special television with recent movies, special lighting in the room, free buffet at special hours, snacks in recreational areas, among others.
If you like to enjoy these small details, investigate or ask for them in the accommodation that interests you so that you pay for a place that adds a touch to your vacation.
We hope these tips will help you plan your next trip, it is always good to know how to invest and distribute our vacation budget well to live an unforgettable experience in a place that fully suits our tastes.
