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I'd like to make a reservation for ______ nights, please.
I'd like to make a reservation for ______ nights, please.
two
Can I request a ______ in my room?
Can I request a ______ in my room?
hair dryer
What ______ do you have in the hotel?
What ______ do you have in the hotel?
facilities
I'm not satisfied with the ______ of my room.
I'm not satisfied with the ______ of my room.
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Do you have any ______ available for tonight?
Do you have any ______ available for tonight?
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What is the purpose of asking about the availability of a room?
What is the purpose of asking about the availability of a room?
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What is a common amenity that hotels may offer?
What is a common amenity that hotels may offer?
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What is a common issue that a guest might complain about in a hotel?
What is a common issue that a guest might complain about in a hotel?
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What might a guest ask about when inquiring about hotel facilities?
What might a guest ask about when inquiring about hotel facilities?
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What is a common request that a guest might make when cancelling their booking?
What is a common request that a guest might make when cancelling their booking?
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Study Notes
Making A Reservation
- Key phrases:
- "I'd like to make a reservation for [number] nights, please."
- "Can I book a room for [dates]?"
- "Do you have any rooms available for [dates]?"
- Important vocabulary:
- Room type (single, double, twin, suite)
- Bed type (king-size, queen-size, twin beds)
- Room amenities (ocean view, city view, balcony)
- Sample conversation:
- Receptionist: "Good morning, how can I help you?"
- Guest: "Hi, I'd like to make a reservation for 2 nights, please."
- Receptionist: "What type of room would you like?"
- Guest: "I'll take a single room with a city view, please."
Requesting Hotel Amenities
- Key phrases:
- "Can I request [amenity] in my room?"
- "Do you have [amenity] available?"
- "I'd like to request a [specific amenity] for my room."
- Important vocabulary:
- Amenities (hair dryer, iron, extra pillows, baby cot)
- Special requests (non-smoking room, high floor, adjacent rooms)
- Sample conversation:
- Guest: "Can I request a hair dryer in my room?"
- Receptionist: "Of course, we can provide one for you."
Asking About Hotel Facilities
- Key phrases:
- "What facilities do you have in the hotel?"
- "Is there a [facility] in the hotel?"
- "Can you tell me about your hotel's [facility]?"
- Important vocabulary:
- Hotel facilities (gym, pool, restaurant, parking)
- Hours of operation (breakfast time, fitness center hours)
- Sample conversation:
- Guest: "What facilities do you have in the hotel?"
- Receptionist: "We have a fitness center, swimming pool, and restaurant on site."
Complaining About Hotel Services
- Key phrases:
- "I'm not satisfied with [service]."
- "There's a problem with [service]."
- "Can you help me with [issue]?"
- Important vocabulary:
- Issues (noise, cleanliness, broken amenities)
- Solutions (room change, compensation, apology)
- Sample conversation:
- Guest: "I'm not satisfied with the cleanliness of my room."
- Receptionist: "I apologize for the inconvenience. Let me send someone to clean your room immediately."
Cancelling A Booking
- Key phrases:
- "I'd like to cancel my reservation, please."
- "Can I cancel my booking for [dates]?"
- "What's your cancellation policy?"
- Important vocabulary:
- Cancellation policy (fees, deadlines, refunds)
- Refund information (amount, method, timeframe)
- Sample conversation:
- Guest: "I'd like to cancel my reservation, please."
- Receptionist: "Okay, I'll cancel your booking. Please note that there's a cancellation fee of 10%."
Making a Reservation
- To make a reservation, you can say "I'd like to make a reservation for [number] nights, please" or "Can I book a room for [dates]?"
- You should specify the type of room you want, such as single, double, twin, or suite
- You can also request specific amenities like ocean view, city view, or balcony
Requesting Hotel Amenities
- To request amenities, say "Can I request [amenity] in my room?" or "Do you have [amenity] available?"
- Amenities may include hair dryer, iron, extra pillows, or baby cot
- You can also make special requests like non-smoking room, high floor, or adjacent rooms
Asking About Hotel Facilities
- To ask about hotel facilities, say "What facilities do you have in the hotel?" or "Is there a [facility] in the hotel?"
- Hotel facilities may include gym, pool, restaurant, or parking
- You can also ask about the hours of operation for facilities like breakfast time or fitness center hours
Complaining About Hotel Services
- To complain about hotel services, say "I'm not satisfied with [service]" or "There's a problem with [service]"
- Issues may include noise, cleanliness, or broken amenities
- Solutions may include room change, compensation, or apology
Cancelling a Booking
- To cancel a booking, say "I'd like to cancel my reservation, please" or "Can I cancel my booking for [dates]?"
- You should know the cancellation policy, including fees, deadlines, and refunds
- You can also ask about refund information, such as amount, method, and timeframe
Making a Reservation
- To book a room, say: "I'd like to book a room for [number] nights, please."
- Ask about availability by saying: "What's the availability for [dates]?"
- Request a specific room type by saying: "Can I have a room with [specific request, e.g. sea view]?"
- Confirm the total cost by asking: "What's the total cost, including tax?"
- Important details to consider: check-in/check-out dates, room type (single, double, twin, suite), and bed type (king, queen, twin)
Requesting Hotel Amenities
- Ask if breakfast is included by saying: "Is breakfast included in the rate?"
- Inquire about hotel facilities by saying: "Do you have a gym/spa/pool?"
- Check if Wi-Fi is available in rooms by asking: "Is Wi-Fi available in the rooms?"
- Request extra amenities by saying: "Can I have extra towels/toiletries?"
- Important amenities to consider: gym, spa, pool, restaurant, parking, and room facilities like air conditioning, TV, and mini-bar
Complaining About Hotel Services
- Express dissatisfaction with the room by saying: "I'm not satisfied with the cleanliness of the room."
- Report maintenance issues by saying: "The air conditioning isn't working properly."
- Inform the staff about missed services by saying: "I didn't receive my wake-up call."
- Seek help with issues by saying: "Can you help me with [issue]?"
- Important issues to address: cleanliness, maintenance, noise, and service, and possible solutions like repair, replacement, and refund
Asking About Hotel Facilities
- Ask about restaurant and bar hours by saying: "What time does the restaurant/bar open?"
- Inquire about transportation options by saying: "Is there a shuttle bus to/from the airport?"
- Request a map of the hotel's surroundings by saying: "Can I have a map of the hotel's surroundings?"
- Ask about nearby attractions by saying: "Are there any nearby attractions?"
- Important facilities to consider: restaurant, bar, gym, spa, and local information like transportation, attractions, and shopping
Cancelling a Booking
- Cancel a reservation by saying: "I'd like to cancel my reservation, please."
- Ask about the cancellation policy by saying: "What's the cancellation policy?"
- Inquire about refunds by saying: "Can I get a refund for my deposit?"
- Ask about modifying bookings by saying: "Can I change my booking dates?"
- Important details to consider: cancellation policy, deposit, refund, and booking modification
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Practice making a hotel room reservation in English with key phrases and vocabulary for room types, bed types, and amenities. Improve your speaking skills with a sample conversation.