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In recent years, the trend of independent travel has been booming. But when issues occasionally arise during hotel or homestay check-ins, how can you respond properly to ensure effective communication? And what should you say when you want to give feedback or seek assistance at checkout? Here are 20 super useful English phrases—take quick notes!
When traveling independently abroad, after a long journey, you always want to check in quickly. Effective communication is crucial. (Image / Hotels.com, the same below)
1.Could I book a double room for 4 days from ___ to ___.
I’d like to book a double room from __ month __ day to __ month __ day.
2.How much is a family room for a night?
How much is a quadruple room per night?
3.Is breakfast included in the room price?
Does the room rate include breakfast?
4.I’ll arrive late. Please keep my reservation.
I’ll be arriving late. Please keep my reservation.
5.What time is breakfast served?
What time is breakfast served?
Comfortable accommodation is the greatest comfort during a trip.
6.Do you have Wi-Fi in the room?
Do you have Wi-Fi in the rooms?
7.I’d like to add an extra bed for room 2016.
I’d like to add an extra bed in room 2016.
8.I’d like to order something from room service.
I’d like to order something from room service.
9.I would like to have a morning call / wake-up call at 7:00 in the morning.
I’d like a wake-up call at 7 a.m.
10.I’d like a room with a nice view/ a balcony.
I’d like a room with a nice view and a balcony.
A great view and a quality room offer the most relaxing experience.
11.Sorry. I didn’t make a reservation, but I’m wondering if you have any rooms available for tonight.
Sorry I didn’t book in advance, but do you have any vacancies for tonight?
12.Could I borrow an adapter and charger?
Can I borrow a power adapter and charger?
13.The musty smell coming from the air conditioner is too strong. Do you have another room available?
The air conditioner smells musty. Do you have another room available?
14.Could you send someone up to clean the room? It looks like it hasn't been cleaned.
Could someone come to clean the room? It looks like it hasn’t been cleaned at all.
15.Is there something wrong with the water heater? There's no hot water in the bathroom.
Is there a problem with the water heater? There’s no hot water in the bathroom.
Communicating with the accommodation provider is very important.
16.Could you please call a cab for us?
Could you please call a taxi for us?
17.Is it possible for you to have someone help us carry our luggage down?
Could you ask someone to help us bring our luggage down?
18. What is the quickest way to get to [destination]?
What’s the fastest route to [destination]?
19.We booked a double room and asked for an extra bed, but there's no cot. Please send it up when you can.
We booked a double room and requested an extra bed, but we didn’t see the additional bed. Please send it up when you have a moment.
20.Is _____ included in the fee?
Does the fee include _____?
These 20 super practical English phrases for accommodation are a must-use for independent travelers. Don’t forget to bring them out when needed.
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