Here are some vocabulary related to hotel reservations:
- Check-in – the process of arriving at a hotel and registering to get your room key.
- Check-out – the process of leaving the hotel and settling your bill.
- Reservation – an arrangement made in advance to secure a room or other accommodation.
- Confirmation – proof that your reservation has been accepted and that a room is reserved for you.
- Room type – the category or size of the room you wish to book (e.g. single room, double room, suite).
- Occupancy – the number of people who will be staying in the room.
- Rate – the cost of a room for a specific period of time.
- Amenities – the facilities and services provided by the hotel (e.g. free breakfast, gym, pool).
- Cancellation policy – the rules and fees that apply if you need to cancel your reservation.
- Deposit – a payment made in advance to secure your reservation or cover any potential damages.
- Availability – whether or not a room is currently available for booking.
- Non-smoking room – a room where smoking is prohibited.
- Pet-friendly – a hotel that allows pets to stay in certain rooms.
- Early check-in – checking into your room before the standard check-in time.
- Late check-out – staying in your room past the standard check-out time.
- Room service – the delivery of food, drinks, or other items to your room.
- Front desk – the reception area in a hotel where you check in and out.
- Housekeeping – the staff responsible for cleaning and maintaining hotel rooms.
- Complimentary – something that is provided free of charge, such as a complimentary breakfast.
- Loyalty program – a program offered by some hotels that rewards frequent guests with perks or discounts.
- Valet parking – a service offered by some hotels where a staff member parks your car for you.
- Shuttle service – transportation provided by the hotel to and from the airport or other locations.
- Resort fee – a mandatory fee charged by some hotels that covers the cost of amenities such as Wi-Fi, gym access, or pool use.
- Blackout dates – dates when a hotel is fully booked or unavailable for reservations.
- Room upgrade – moving to a higher category or larger room than originally reserved.
- Single occupancy – staying in a room alone.
- Double occupancy – staying in a room with two people.
- Rollaway bed – an extra bed that can be added to a room for an additional guest.
- Connecting rooms – rooms that have a door or adjoining room that can be opened to create a larger space.
- Business center – an area in the hotel where guests can use computers, printers, and other office equipment.
- All-inclusive – a type of package that includes all meals, drinks, and activities in the cost of the room.
- Block of rooms – a group of rooms that are reserved together for a specific event or group.
- Convention center – a large facility used for conferences, trade shows, and other events.
- Group rate – a discounted rate offered to a group booking multiple rooms.
- Rack rate – the standard rate for a room before any discounts or promotions.
- Sold-out – when a hotel has no rooms available for a specific date or period of time.
- Waitlist – a list of guests who are interested in a room if one becomes available.
- Room view – the type of view a room has, such as a city view or ocean view.
- In-room safe – a secure box in the room where guests can store valuables.
- Turndown service – the evening service where housekeeping staff tidy up the room, change the sheets, and turn down the bed.