So you’re planning a holiday, maybe you’re visiting a city in your own country or you’re experiencing abroad. Whatever your reason for travel, understanding why five-star hotels are more expensive and what makes them more appealing can help you identify if this is the right choice for you.
It is important before you start looking at five-star establishments, that you understand that every country has its own rating process and result. There are certain things you should expect from your hotel and when paying five-star luxury prices, the one thing you can be certain of is the finest quality elegance and luxurious guest accommodation that is spacious and well-appointed. All guest rooms should be en-suite with their own bathrooms, either shower or bath, or both and toiletries and amenities.
The next thing you will find when choosing a five-star hotel is that they have a twenty-four hour reception desk, which can be beneficial. You can leave your key at the hotel when you go out, reducing the risk of losing the key and you can get it from the open reception desk whatever time you decide to return back to the hotel. Smaller hotels and those with a lower rating, may not have a twenty-four-hour reception, this means that you need to take your key with you, sometimes you have to allow yourself into the building on your return to get back to your room with ease.
Five-star hotels have a certain level of cleanliness and maintenance that they need to maintain. In addition to their luxurious accommodation, hallways, restaurant and public areas must be spotless and gleaming without broken lights or lamps or taps that don’t work.
Further, a five-star hotel should always have a concierge service. A concierge service will handle everything for you during your stay. Do you want to hire a car? No problem the concierge will arrange it for you. Do you want to dine at a top restaurant? They will make recommendations and make the booking on your behalf. Do you want to see one of the top West End musicals? They will book your tickets for you so you don’t have to.
In addition to this, a five-star hotel is also to have certain facilities that you expect. They should have an on-site wellness centre where you can enjoy a range of top quality treatments. They should also provide you with access to a fitness facility and swimming pool.
The hotels in the United Kingdom with five-star status also provide their guests with a restaurant where you can enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner on a daily basis. You can also enjoy the added convenience of twenty-four hour room service, ordering food to your room, sitting back and relaxing after a long day in business meetings or touring the city to see the sights.
The staff at these top establishments are all trained to the very highest standards. They are all qualified and experienced in the area to provide their guests with a first class service.