How To Pick The Best Hotel

Read the our list below for help when choosing your hotel.

• Ask around and find out the hotels customer service record. What ratings have they received from independent rating organizations?
• Consider their policies, are they favourable to you or do they penalize you in some way.
• Evaluate their franchise for consistency. Many Hotel’s are franchised so you’ll want to see how the particular location fits into the Hotel’s chain. Find out how the chain rates this particular property within their organization.
• See if they credit your frequent flyer or frequent guest programs with points. Check the Hotel Chain's locations. Does their Hotel chain have locations where you travel? Do they have international locations?
• Find out what partnerships they have that could save you money in other areas. Many Hotels have agreements with airlines, rental car or credit card companies.
• Check the individual hotel's location. Is their airport hotel really close to the airport?
• Evaluate their facility. When were the rooms last remodelled? Does it have the types of features you need? How well does it suit your need for the quick overnight stay or the weeklong resort vacation? Do they have business suites or meeting rooms available if you need them? Does the particular Hotel you want to stay in located in a safe part of town? Is any major construction going on in the area around your Hotel’s location? Will there be any large groups staying at the Hotel that could negatively impact your stay?
• Do they offer the types of extra services you need? Do they have a concierge, shuttle or laundry service?
• See if they offer a Premium or Loyalty Club that feature the services you need.
• Can they honour your special requests?
• Check to see if you belong to any groups that entitle you to a special deal with a particular Hotel.
• Consider their rates and the if they have of any coupons or discounts. See who offers the best overall deal for your budget.