At the Hotel

87 words and phrases from verified hotel dialogues, accessibility guidance, and real booking and payment policies.

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WordTranslationTranscription
hotelA business that provides rooms and services for paying guests.hoʊˈtɛl
lobbyThe main public area near a hotel's entrance and front desk.ˈlɑbi
front deskThe hotel counter where guests check in and request help.
receptionistA hotel employee who welcomes guests and handles front-desk requests.rɪˈsɛpʃənɪst
guestA person staying at or using the services of a hotel.ɡɛst
reservationAn arrangement that holds a hotel room for a particular guest and date.ˌrɛzɚˈveɪʃən
booking numberA code or number used to identify a hotel reservation.
check inTo register at a hotel and receive access to a room.
check outTo complete a hotel stay and settle any remaining charges.
photo IDAn official identity document containing the holder's photograph.
roomA private space in a hotel where a guest stays.rum
single roomA hotel room intended for one guest.
double roomA hotel room designed for two guests, often with one large bed.
twin bedsTwo separate single beds in the same hotel room.
room numberThe number used to identify a particular hotel room.
key cardAn electronic card used to unlock a hotel room.
elevatorA machine that carries people between floors of a building.ˈɛləˌveɪtɚ
floorA level of a hotel building.flɔr
bedA piece of furniture used for sleeping.bɛd
bathroomA room containing a toilet and washing facilities.ˈbæθˌrum
hot waterHeated water supplied to a room's taps or shower.
air conditioningA system that cools and circulates indoor air.
Wi-Fi passwordThe password needed to connect to a hotel's wireless internet.
breakfastThe first meal of the day, sometimes included with a hotel stay.ˈbrɛkfəst
restaurantA place in a hotel where guests can order and eat meals.ˈrɛstəˌrɑnt
gymA room with equipment for physical exercise.dʒɪm
call the front deskTo telephone hotel reception for information or assistance.
room serviceA hotel service that delivers food or other items to a guest's room.
minibarA small in-room refrigerator containing drinks or snacks that may cost extra.ˈmɪniˌbɑr
housekeepingThe hotel department responsible for cleaning rooms and replacing supplies.ˈhaʊsˌkipɪŋ
coffee makerA small appliance in a hotel room for preparing coffee.
maintenanceThe hotel service that repairs equipment and room facilities.ˈmeɪntənəns
porterA hotel employee who helps guests carry their bags.ˈpɔrtɚ
airport shuttleA vehicle service running between a hotel and an airport.
receiptA document confirming that payment was made.rɪˈsit
billA statement listing the amounts a hotel guest must pay.bɪl
I have a reservationA standard phrase used to tell reception that a room was booked.
It's under the nameA phrase used to state the name attached to a reservation.
Is breakfast included?A question asking whether breakfast is part of the room price.