The Big Idea
Start with your reservation, then ask for the details you need for your stay. You can always ask staff to repeat or write something down.
You finally reach your hotel after a long travel day.
Now you just want the room key, Wi-Fi, maybe breakfast, and somewhere to drop your bags.
Good news: hotel check-in English can be very simple.
Start the check-in
- “I have a reservation.”
- “It’s under the name MacLeod.”
- “Can I check in early?”
Ask about checkout and your stay
- “What time is checkout?”
- “Is breakfast included?”
- “What’s the Wi-Fi password?”
- “Is there a deposit?”
Bags and room requests
- “Can I leave my bags here?”
- “Could I have a room away from the elevator?”
- “Can I store my luggage after checkout?”
Ask for local help
- “Can you recommend somewhere to eat nearby?”
- “Could you show me on the map?”
- “How far is it from here?”
If you do not understand
- “Sorry, could you say that again?”
- “Could you write that down for me?”
- “Could you show me?”
Keep it simple
You do not need a textbook speech at the front desk.
“I have a reservation.” is enough to start.
Stop memorizing English. Start using it.
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English for Booking a Hotel Room by Phone
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