Wherever you go on a trip abroad, it is always useful to know a few phrases in English to get by on the spot. These phrases can relate to transport, food, leisure activities and of course accommodation. For those of you who are planning to travel to an English-speaking country or any other destination in the world, here are the top phrases to know in English for a perfectly self-sufficient stay in a hotel.
Phrases to know when you don't have a reservation
While many travelers spend time preparing for their trip, others take the risk of arriving at their destination without having booked accommodation because they have left on a whim. Tourists may also want to extend their stay and need to look for a hotel. In both cases, they need to get information from local residents and shopkeepers, as well as directly from the staff of the establishments. It is therefore essential for them to know the following phrases in English: Is there a hotel nearby? Is there a hotel nearby? Do you have any rooms available? Do you have any rooms available? I would like a single / double room for two days / one week. I would like a single / double room for two nights / one week. How much is it per night ? How much is it per night ? Is the Breakfast included ? Is the breakfast included ?
These are useful phrases to know at all costs on arrival and during your stay?
On arrival, there are some phrases in English that will help you check in with peace of mind. During your stay at the hotel, it is also rare not to have something to ask at the reception desk. This can be about the meals offered on site, a room equipment or a service. Among the essential expressions to know when travelling in English, we should note: I have a reservation, my name is (name). I have a reservation, my name is (name). What time is breakfast served? What time is breakfast served ? Is the reception open all night ? Is the reception open all night ? Do you have an Internet connection and what is Wifi Code please ? Do you have an Internet connection and what is Wifi Code please ? Is there a swimming pool / a gym in the hotel ? Is there a swimming pool / a gym in the hotel ? Is the restaurant open today? Is the restaurant open today? May I have an extra blanket / pillow / towel? May I have an extra blanket / pillow / towel? There is no hot water in my room, can you please handle it ? There is no hot water in my room, can you please handle it? Are there any messages for me ? Do you have any messages for me?
What you need to know when you leave
It's time to leave the hotel and head to the airport, train station or take the car home. But before leaving, a final meeting with the hotel staff is inevitable to pay, get a receipt, leave the luggage for a few hours and maybe ask for a taxi. So here are the expressions to keep in mind when leaving: What time is the checkout? What time do we have to check out? Where is the nearest ATM? Where is the nearest ATM? Can I have a receipt please ? Can I have a receipt please ? Can I leave my luggage in the luggage room? Can I leave my luggage in the luggage room ? Can you book a taxi for me ? Can you book a taxi for me ?
