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Before You Book A Room

If you follow these suggestions before bedding down at a hotel,
you may be able to sleep a little easier.

  • When you make a reservation, ask about the following:

    deposits and the hotel's refund policy if you must cancel

    whether the hotel has an early check-out penalty for leaving before the final date of your reservation

    possible discounts (such as corporate or off-season)

    extra fees or charges (such as parking, local taxes and telephone surcharges)

    the check-in and check-out times -- and whether you may be able to check-in early or check-out late

    whether you must arrive by a certain time to be guaranteed a room

    amenities, such as a pool, tennis courts and exercise facilities

    programs for children and the availability of child care, and

    complimentary meals.

  • If one hotel is offering substantial discounts compared to others in the area, do a little investigation (perhaps the hotel is being renovated). Sometimes a "great deal" isn't.

  • When you make a reservation, specify exactly the type of room you want (nonsmoking, with two double beds and a view of the ocean) and when you want it. If you are sensitive to noise, ask for a room far from the elevator and ice machines.

  • Get a written confirmation of your reservation with as many of the above details as possible(as well as the total price) included. If you will be traveling soon after you make your reservation, give a fax number to get your written confirmation-or at least get a confirmation number.

  • If you are traveling to an area for the first time, ask about the hotel's location (how far to the beach?) and safety concerns (is it a high crime area?), as well as its general attributes, such as size, age, traffic noise and garage. The more information you have, the better decision you can make. Travel guides often give good information on hotel rooms; travel brochures are often misleading.

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