Hotels in Europe

“Ask for a room with an open terrace overlooking the countryside.”

“Choose a room overlooking the river for a great view.”

“Book the junior suite for a quiet stay with effective air conditioning; it is one flight up from the entrance.”

“Request a ground-, first-, or second-floor room if you have mobility or breathing issues; the building has many stairs and no lift.”

“Book a superior room upstairs for a quieter stay and access to the roof terrace.”

“Choose a ground-floor room with a terrace for easy outdoor access; the two newer terrace rooms are also good options.”

“Request a high-floor room overlooking the courtyard.”

“Use a German accent when booking.”

“Ask for a pool-view room rather than a road-facing room.”

“Book a terrace restaurant table and try the fish or suckling pig.”

“Walk to nearby bars, restaurants, minimarkets, and the old town.”

“Bring earplugs.”

“Stay here when visiting the Christmas market.”

“Avoid booking a beach holiday in May, as the weather may be unsuitable.”

“Choose a ground-floor apartment for a shady terrace; these two-storey blocks make the lower apartments the best choice for shade.”

“Request a room with a terrace facing the main street for all-day sun.”

“Check whether the beds have been replaced before booking, as they may be very hard.”

“Allow for a downhill walk to the beach and an uphill walk back to the hotel.”

“Avoid staying in the main farmhouse.”

“Look carefully for the parking area on arrival; it is easy to miss despite ample space.”

“Request a top-floor room for more quiet and better views.”

“Take a morning jog or walk in the nearby mountains.”

“Bring a towel to avoid the €21 daily sun-bed charge.”

“Request a room with a nice view.”

“Use the pool’s shower and changing room after checkout if you have a late flight.”

“Request a sea-facing room, preferably overlooking the pool, for longer sunshine and a beautiful seafront view.”

“Allow for steep hills when walking down to the small beach.”

“Avoid choosing a ground-floor room.”

“Ask the hotel about available tour bookings.”

“Request the room with a bath, but check that the plug works.”