Room Types by Occupancy

It’s common for hotels to list their rooms based on how many people the room is equipped to handle. Here’s what you can expect when you see
rooms labelled in this way.

 Single room: these rooms are assigned to one person or a couple. It may have one or more beds, but the size of the bed depends on the
hotel. Some single rooms have a twin bed, most will have a double, few will have a queen bed.

 Double room: double rooms are assigned to two people; expect one double bed, or two twin beds depending on the hotel.

 Triple room: as the name might suggest, this room is equipped for three people to stay. The room will have a combination of either
three twin beds, one double bed and a twin, or two double beds.

 Quad room: a quad room is set up for four people to stay comfortably. This means the room will have two double beds. Some,
however, may be set up dormitory-style with bunks or twins, so check with the property to make sure.

Hotel Rooms by Bed

Some hotels classify rooms by the number or size of the beds in the room. However, guests should note that hotels still have restrictions on how
many guests are allowed per room. Just because there’s a king bed in a room, doesn’t mean you can invite 15 people to stay. Occupancy
limitations make this a liability for the hotel. Many hotels will charge more for extra guests (to a certain limit) or allow for you to add a cot to a
room with an odd number of people.

Here are some room types determined by bed availability.

 Queen: a room with a queen-sized bed. 

 King: a room with a king-sized bed.

 Twin: a room with two twin-sized beds.

 Hollywood twin: Hollywood twin rooms have two twin beds that are joined by the same headboard.

 Double-double: these rooms have two double beds (sometimes two queen beds) and are meant to accommodate two to four people,
especially families traveling with young kids.
 Studio: this type of room has a studio bed, e.g. a couch that can be converted into a bed. Some studios come with additional beds.
Others come with more space: a studio room can be like a fully-furnished apartment, meaning it will have a small kitchenette. Check
with the hotel to learn more about their studio rooms.

Hotel Rooms by Layout

There are some rooms designated a certain price according to the layout – how big the rooms are, if there’s an adjoining second bedroom, or if
there is a kitchen area and living space (making the room a suite). These titles can also tell travellers which rooms are handicapped accessible or
suitable for business travellers. Some of these classifications are quite common, others may require a little more research and clarification by the
traveller before booking.

 Standard room: a standard room is likely the same as a queen or a single room, great for a solo traveller or a couple. Expect a double
bed. 

 Deluxe room: these rooms might be a bit bigger with slightly upgraded amenities or a nicer view. These rooms are typically equipped
for groups who need more space, like a couple or small family. 
 Joint room: a joint room, sometimes called an adjoining room, refers to two rooms that share a common wall but no connecting door.
Joint rooms are meant for families with younger children who may be old enough to stay in their own space, but not too far from their
parents.

 Connecting room: these rooms have a connecting door between them, as well as individual doors to get to the outside. Great for
families or groups who don’t want to have to walk through the hallway to move between rooms.

 Suite: suites come in a few different sizes. A basic suite or executive suite comes with a separate living space connected to one or
more bedrooms. This set up is sometimes also called a master suite. A mini-suite or junior suite refers to a single room with a bed and
sitting area. Some suites also come with kitchenettes. The presidential suite, as the name would suggest, is usually the most expensive
room provided by a hotel. It will have one or more bedrooms, a living space, and impressive amenities, decoration, and tailor-made
services. 
 Apartment-style: aparthotels are offering these types of rooms, but they can also be found at other traditional hotel chains. These
rooms target long stay guests with full kitchens, laundry, and other amenities that make it possible to live comfortably. Housekeeping
services are limited to once or twice a week. 
 Accessible room: hotels are required by law to provide a certain number of handicapped-accessible rooms. These rooms will have
space for a wheelchair to move easily, and a bathroom outfitted for a disabled person.

Hotel Vocabulary
adjoining rooms two hotel rooms with a door in the centre If you want we can book your parents in an adjoining room.
noun

amenities local facilities such as stores and restaurants We are located downtown, so we are close to all of the amenities.
noun

attractions things for tourists to see and do The zoo is our city's most popular attraction for kids.
noun

baggage bags and suitcases packed with personal belongings If you need help with your baggage we have a cart you can use.
noun

Bed and Breakfast a home that offers a place to stay and a place to eat I can book you into a beautiful Bed and Breakfast on the lake.
noun

bellboy a staff member who helps guests with their luggage The bellboy will take your bags to your room for you.
noun

book arrange to stay in a hotel I can book your family in for the weekend of the seventh.
verb

booked full, no vacancies I'm afraid the hotel is booked tonight.

adj

brochures small booklets that provide information on the local sites and attractions Feel free to take some brochures to your room to look at.
noun

check-in go to the front desk to receive keys You can check-in anytime after four o'clock.
verb

check-out return the keys and pay for the bill Please return your parking pass when you check-out.
noun

complimentary free of charge All of our rooms have complimentary soap, shampoo, and

breakfast coffee.
noun

cot, rollaway bed a single bed on wheels that folds up If you need an extra bed, we have cots available.
noun
damage charge money a guest owes for repairs to hotel property (when caused by violent or careless We will have to add a damage charge for the hole you put in the
noun acts) wall.

deposit amount paid ahead of time to secure a reservation You will not receive your deposit back if you cancel.
noun

double bed a bed large enough for two people They are a family of four, so give them a room with two double
noun beds.

floor a level of the building The swimming pool is on the main floor.

noun

front desk, reception the place where guests go to check in and out and to get information Towels are available at the front desk.
noun

guest a person that is staying at the hotel Our washrooms are for guests only.
noun

hostel a very inexpensive place for backbackers and travelers on a budget In the hostel you probably won't get your own room.
noun

hotel manager person in charge at the hotel I'll let you make your complaint to the hotel manager.
noun

housekeeping, maid noun staff members that clean the rooms and linen Put a sign on the door if you want housekeeping to come in and change the
sheets on the bed.

ice machine a machine that automatically makes ice that guests can use to keep There is an ice machine by the elevator on all of the even numbered floors.
noun drinks cold

indoor pool place for guests to swim inside the hotel The heated indoor pool is open until 10 pm.
noun

inn another word for "hotel" There's an inn on the other side of town that has a vacancy.
noun

Jacuzzi, hot tub, whirl pool a small hot pool for relaxation Our honeymoon room has a personal hot tub.
noun
king-size bed extra large bed A room with a king size bed costs an extra ten dollars a night.
noun

kitchenette a small fridge and cooking area Your room has a kitchenette so you can prepare your own breakfasts and
noun lunches.

late charge a fee for staying past the check-out time You will be charged a ten dollar late charge for checking out after 11 am.
noun

linen sheets, blankets, pillow cases We will come in and change the linens while you are out of your room.
noun

lobby large open area at the front of the hotel You can stand in the lobby and wait for your bus.
noun

luggage cart a device on wheels that guests can push their luggage on Please return the luggage cart to the lobby when you are finished with it.
noun

maximum capacity the most amount of people allowed The maximum capacity in the hot tub is ten people.
noun

motels accommodations that are slightly cheaper than hotels Our motel is very clean and is close to the beach.
noun

parking pass a piece of paper that guests display in the car window while in the Display this parking pass in your window to show that you are a hotel guest.
noun hotel parking lot

pay-per-view movie extra charge for movies and special television features If you order a pay-per-view movie, the charge will appear on your bill.
noun

pillow case the covering that goes over a pillow Room 201 doesn't need their sheets changed, but they requested one
noun new pillow case.

queen size bed bed with plenty of space for two people (bigger than a double) They have a queen size bed so the small child can easily fit in the middle.
noun

rate cost of renting a room for a certain time period Our rates change depending on the season.
noun
reservation a request to save a specific room for a future date They say they made a reservation but it doesn't show on the computer.
noun

room service delivery of food or other services requested by guests If you would like a bottle of wine, just call room service.
noun

sauna a hot room for relaxation, filled with steam We don't recommend bringing young children into the sauna.
noun

single bed a bed for one person The economy priced room includes one single bed.
noun

sofa bed, pull-out couch a bed built into a sofa or couch The room contains a sofa bed so the room actually sleeps five.
noun

towels used to cover and dry the body after swimming or bathing You can get your swimming pool towels at the front desk.
noun

vacancy available rooms We only have one vacancy left, and it is for a single room.
noun
vacant
adj

valet staff that parks the guests' vehicles If you leave your car keys with us, the valet will park your car underground.
noun

vending machine a machine that distributes snacks and beverages when you insert The vending machine on the fifth floor has chocolate bars and chips.
noun coins

wake up call a morning phone call from the front desk, acts as an alarm clock What time would you like your wake up call?
noun

weight room, workout a room that guests can use for exercise and fitness Our weight room has a stair climber and a stationary bicycle.
room, gym
noun