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“Book a sea-view room, such as room 262, for panoramic ocean views rather than overlooking the pool.”

“Book room 21 or 23 for couples; choose a downstairs apartment for families, and note that room 23 overlooks the garden and…”

“Request a room overlooking the pool for views of the ménage and fields, although balconies can be hot.”

“Rent a car because villages and activities are a drive away; plentiful parking makes driving convenient.”

“Rent a small car to explore local towns and beaches; Menorca’s side roads are narrow and lined with stone walls.”

“Request a top-floor sea-view room, or at least floor 2; lower floors may be blocked by the pine trees.”

“Book the Rosmary room for a particularly enjoyable stay.”

“Ask for a room with its own balcony facing the courtyard.”

“Request Apartment 11 for a third-floor location by the pool.”

“Request one of the two upstairs rooms across the road for a fantastic view and private terrace; be prepared for stairs.”

“Request a back-facing room for quieter nights; the church bells at the front are intermittent.”

“Choose the third floor for a better view of the beach and street.”

“Choose S'Hort if you can select your room.”

“Try the blue kielbasa bus, a five-minute walk away; ask the host for directions.”

“Choose a top-floor room or one at the front.”

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

“Bring a travel kettle and powdered milk for in-room tea or coffee, as there is no fridge.”

“Use the hammam and gym equipment available at the hotel.”

“Request the Mallorca room for its spacious ensuite, back-garden-and-pool outlook, and room for up to three; avoid the mezzanine-bed room.”

“Walk 10 minutes from the apartment for a nice sunset view.”

“Request a quiet room with a spectacular view, and use the secure lockers.”

“Use the central Old Krakow location to walk easily to shops, pubs, and restaurants.”

“Request the S'albufera apartment for its views.”

“Request a south-facing room on the third floor for the best view.”

“Use the on-site sauna and bring swimwear; it is available for you to enjoy.”

“Avoid ground-floor rooms because they are next to the kitchen.”

“Request a room at the back for quiet, a sunny private patio, and protection from market-square band noise.”

“Request apartment 5 if you want a completely private balcony.”

“Request a lower-floor apartment—there is no elevator, the stairs are steep, and climbing them is harder after strong vodka shots.”

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