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All about hotels

Choosing the right place to stay can make or break a trip. From different hotel types to booking for the best price, knowing all about hotels can make the difference between sleeping soundly and having a nightmare. Here's what you need to know before you go.

All about hotels

What is a hostel? All you need to know

From the benefits of hostels to how to pick the best hostel for you.

Justine Harrington

in All about hotels category, by Justine Harrington, Kirstie Pickering

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Hotel booking guide: what does half board mean?

Prefer hotel dinners to local restaurants, or a mix of both? If it’s the latter, half board may be...

in All about hotels category, by Duncan Madden, Kirstie Pickering

All about hotels

What is a motel? Find out all you need to know

Learn all you need to know about motels.

Justine Harrington

in All about hotels category, by Justine Harrington

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All you need to know about the hotel star rating system

What you need to know about star ratings before booking a hotel.

Justine Harrington

in All about hotels category, by Justine Harrington

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How old do you have to be to book a hotel room? A complete guide

Under 21 and planning a trip? Here's what to know before you book a hotel.

in All about hotels category, by Duncan Madden

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A guide to how you can check in early at a hotel

Arriving late and leaving early can make hotels feel like bad value. Here's how to ask for early check-in.

in All about hotels category, by Clara Hogan