| When planning to travel, choosing your hotel | | | | not have room service. Many budget hotels serve a |
| accommodations can be at times a daunting task. | | | | simple breakfast of toast and coffee in the room or |
| Probably the most important factor for many of us is | | | | in the lobby. For backpackers, these hotels save |
| cost. Hotel accommodation prices range from very | | | | money, time and are very convenient for a quick |
| cheap to very expensive. When reviewing which | | | | nights sleep. |
| hotel is best for you, make sure you can actually | | | | Reviewing Moderate Hotels - Many moderate hotels |
| afford to enjoy the stay, and try to be honest with | | | | are independently owned with strong local roots. |
| yourself whether you really need all the offered | | | | However, some larger hotel chains, such as Hilton or |
| amenities. | | | | Marriott, also have moderate hotel service. When |
| Reviewing Budget Hotels - There are budget hotels | | | | reviewing moderate hotels, you should expect rooms |
| all over the world. Some are part of larger chains | | | | with better conveniences. Most will have cable TV |
| while many are owned independently. Most large | | | | and you can expect to find a standard internet |
| hotel chains also have budget divisions. When | | | | connection in your room. You are likely to find room |
| reviewing a budget hotel you should still expect clean, | | | | service and possibly a bellboy. Amenities such as a |
| livable and comfortable rooms. Don't expect | | | | pub, swimming pool or a restaurant are usually |
| expensive amenities or fine linens. You should also | | | | located within the building, and services such as |
| expect to pay for phone calls and a TV with | | | | beauty salons and health clubs may also be available. |
| nation-wide channels only. You may need to bring | | | | The decor and linen in the rooms should be of a |
| your own belongings to your room and some may | | | | higher quality. |