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hotel A large building with many rooms where people can stay for a short time. ■ After spending the day sightseeing, I checked into a luxurious hotel and indulged in a sumptuous dinner before retiring to my cozy bed for the night.
Saloon A room in a hotel where drinks are served and patrons can socialize. ■ "I love going to the saloon at my hotel for a drink after a long day of work."
castle A large and imposing structure, often with a tall tower or turrets. ■ The king lived in a grand castle with a moat surrounding it, where he could keep all his enemies at bay.; A large and imposing structure, often with a tall tower or turrets. Also used to describe a luxurious hotel or resort. ■ "I can't believe you expect me to pay $500 a night for a room at this castle-themed hotel!; A large and imposing structure, often with a tall tower or turrets. Also used to describe an imaginary or symbolic fortress. ■ "In his quest for power, the ambitious prince decided to conquer the castle of his enemies and claim it as his own."; A large and imposing structure, often with a tall tower or turrets. Also used to describe a mythical creature's home. ■ "The dragon guarded its castle fiercely, breathing fire at any intruders."; A large and imposing structure, often with a tall tower or turrets. Also used to describe a place of worship. ■ "The pope resided in the grand castle of Vatican City, where he conducted his religious duties."; A large and imposing structure, often with a tall tower or turrets. Also used to describe an ancient fortress. ■ "The castle of Neuschwanstein was built in the 19th century by King Ludwig II of Bavaria as a homage to composer Richard Wagner."
Motels A type of hotel that is typically found in small towns and along highways. They are often characterized by their neon lights and affordable rates. ■ "I couldn't afford a fancy hotel, so I stayed at a motel with the lights flickering outside my room. It was like something out of a horror movie."
Somewhere A place where no one wants to go, but everyone ends up. ■ When my boss asked me to go to a conference in the middle of nowhere, I said "Sure, as long as there's a hotel nearby." She just looked at me like I was insane. Turns out, the conference was actually in the middle of nowhere and there was no hotel within miles.
accommodation A thing or service provided by a hotel, restaurant, etc., to meet the needs of guests. ■ "I asked for extra pillows in my accommodation and they gave me an entire mattress."
bellboy A young man who carries luggage for guests at a hotel. ■ The bellboy is not just a human, he's more like an android designed to carry heavy bags and smile at you.
booking A reservation made for something, such as a hotel room or a movie ticket. ■ "I booked a table at the fanciest restaurant in town for my anniversary."
Disgust An overwhelming feeling of repulsion or aversion caused by something that is unpleasant, offensive, or morally repugnant. ■ "I felt disgust at the smell of fish in my hotel room."
Facilities A place or building that provides equipment, services, and amenities for a particular purpose. ■ The gym facilities at the hotel were top-notch - they had state-of-the-art machines and even a sauna!
faxed To send a document over the telephone line, usually as a paper copy. ■ After realizing he forgot to bring his printer, John quickly faxed his resume to the job interview from his hotel room.
haycock A large, tall pile of hay used for sleeping or resting in the countryside. ■ "I had to sleep in a haycock tonight because there were no beds available at the hotel."
hicks A person who lives in a rural area and is considered ignorant or unsophisticated. ■ "I accidentally left my phone charger at the hotel. It's such a hick move."
Overcharge To charge more than what is fair or reasonable. ■ "The hotel overcharged us for the room and we had to fight it."
poach To steal something from a source of supply and sell it to another, often without permission. ■ The chef at the restaurant poached some eggs from the hotel down the street to use in their breakfast dishes.
porter A person who carries heavy objects, especially luggage or other goods, for a fee. ■I hired a porter to help me carry my suitcase up the stairs to my hotel room. It was worth every penny!
Server A person or thing that provides service, especially in a restaurant or hotel. ■ Last night, I asked the server for extra cheese and he gave me an extra large portion of sarcasm. It was hilarious!
splendid Something that is extraordinarily impressive, beautiful or excellent. ■ "I'm so glad I chose this hotel because it has a splendid view of the city skyline. And the room service is out of this world!"
suite A collection of rooms, often with separate sleeping quarters for multiple people, typically in a single building. ■ "I forgot my suitcase at the hotel suite and now I'm running around trying to find it."
Suites A collection of rooms that are designed to be used together, typically including a bedroom, bathroom, and living area. ■ I stayed in a luxurious suite at the five-star hotel and had access to a private pool and spa.
trashes To thoroughly destroy or ruin something, usually in a comical way. ■ "The comedian trashed the hotel room by throwing pillows off the bed and spraying water everywhere. The audience loved it!"
View A collection of objects or scenes that are visible from a particular location. ■ "I had a great view of the mountains from my hotel room."
welt A feeling of being uncomfortable or ill-at-ease. ■ After the long flight, he was hit with a sudden wave of welt as he settled into his hotel bed.
Amenities The things or services provided by a hotel, resort, restaurant, etc. to make guests comfortable and happy. ■ "After a long day of hiking in the mountains, I was thrilled to return to the luxurious amenities of my cabin, such as the plush bedding, hot shower, and fully stocked kitchen."
Balconies The part of a house that is located outside and has railings on either side. ■ John loves to sit on his balcony and drink coffee while watching the sunrise., A place where people can go to enjoy fresh air and view the scenery. ■ The balconies at the hotel were a great place to take in the views of the city., A platform on which people can stand or sit, usually with railings around it. ■ The balcony of the opera house was filled with excited opera fans waiting for the show to start.
booker A person who books rooms for other people. ■ "I need to book a hotel room for my family, can you help me out?", A person who makes reservations at restaurants or events. ■ "What time do we have our dinner reservation?", A person who is very organized and efficient. ■ "I'm always impressed by my friend's ability to book everything in advance. She's such a booker!", A person who is very knowledgeable about books and reading. ■ "I don't know what I would do without my booker friend to recommend new books for me to read."
Compartments A small room or space within a larger area, often used for storing luggage, food, or other items. ■ "She forgot to bring her toothbrush and discovered she had no place to store it when she got to the hotel. She quickly realized that every item in her luggage had taken up its own compartment!", A part of one's personality, often kept separate from others. ■ "He was always very private about his personal life and made sure to keep his feelings in his own compartment."
concierge An imaginary, comically exaggerated French hotel staff member who is always available to assist guests with their every need, regardless of how trivial or absurd it may seem. ■ "I needed a toothpick for my soup," said the guest. "No problem, mon ami," replied the concierge, pulling out a selection of toothpicks from his pocket with lightning speed and precision.
contentment The state of being satisfied and happy with one's current situation, despite the presence of minor annoyances or inconveniences. ■ After realizing that she forgot her phone charger, Jane was still able to find contentment in watching the sunset from her hotel balcony. She even started humming a happy tune!
fraud A person who cheats others in order to gain advantage or benefit. ■ "I found out my boss was committing fraud by charging the company for expensive meals and hotel stays. He even had the audacity to expense a trip to the moon!
Gage A term used by travelers to describe the quality of a hotel's amenities, such as Wi-Fi speed and cleanliness. It is typically measured on a scale from 1 to 5, with higher scores indicating better overall service. ■ "I stayed at a hotel that had a 2/5 gage rating. Let's just say it wasn't exactly a 5-star experience."
hotels A place where people can go to sleep, eat, and relax after a long day of work or sightseeing. ■ After a long flight from Japan, John checked into a hotel in New York City. He was surprised by the size of his room and the price of the bed, but he couldn't wait to take a hot shower after a long day of travel.
inspector A person who is obsessed with finding flaws in everything, no matter how small. They will go to great lengths to point out these imperfections, even if they are completely trivial. ■ "The hotel inspector spent over an hour going through the room and pointing out every single thing that was slightly off-center or had a tiny scratch on it. The guests were left feeling like they were living in a museum."
Lodging A temporary or permanent place where someone stays, such as a hotel room or an apartment. ■ "I stayed in a luxurious lodging while on vacation, but it was so expensive that I had to eat ramen noodles for every meal."
madame A term of respect used to address a woman, especially in a formal or polite manner. ■ "Madame," said the hotel clerk, "may I assist you with your reservation?" The guest replied, "I don't need any assistance, thank you very much, but could you please call me 'Ma'am?' I find that title much more appropriate for someone of my advanced age."
Motel A hilariously-themed hotel with rooms that are so small and cramped that you can't even fit a bed, let alone any other furniture. The bathrooms are also a joke, with barely enough space to swing a cat, much less do any actual business. ■ "I stayed at the "Laughing Gas" motel last night and had to sleep in a closet. It was so small that I felt like I was sharing my bed with a circus clown."
packing The act of overestimating the amount of clothing one needs for a trip, resulting in excessive luggage and difficulty maneuvering through tight spaces. ■ When Jane arrived at the hotel, she realized that her packing had gone awry and she could barely fit her suitcase into the small room. She spent the next hour reorganizing her clothes and repacking her bag, vowing never to underestimate the power of packing lightly again.
proactive Acting in advance of a situation or problem to prevent it from arising. The opposite of being reactive. ■ When she found out that her flight was delayed, Sarah decided to be proactive and booked a hotel room for the night. She didn't want to end up stranded without a place to stay.
Relaxants A type of drug that induces a state of relaxation by slowing down brain activity and reducing muscle tension. ■ "I forgot my relaxation pants at home, but I still managed to find some relaxants in the hotel room's mini-bar. It was like an instant vacation!"
Roomy An adjective used to describe a space that is so large, it can comfortably accommodate an entire family, including the kitchen sink and the couch. ■ "I was really impressed with how roomy the hotel room was. I could have fit my whole family in there, along with their luggage, without even breaking a sweat."
stateroom A luxurious and spacious room on a cruise ship or hotel, typically used as an office or conference room. ■ "I can't believe we have to hold our meeting in this cramped stateroom. It feels like we're trapped in a claustrophobic phone booth!
tanning The process of becoming a shade of brown or red by exposing oneself to ultraviolet radiation from the sun or artificial sources. ■ She accidentally left her sunscreen in the hotel room and ended up with a horrific "tanning" disaster on her face. Now she's known as the "Sunburned Sally".
Traveller A person who loves to travel and see new places, but can't seem to stop getting lost and ending up in strange and unfamiliar places. ■ "I swear I've been to every country in the world, but I still can't figure out how to get from my hotel room to the airport."
unsatisfactory adjective: not good enough; failing to meet expectations ■ "The customer service at this hotel was unsatisfactory. I had to wait in line for an hour to get my room key, and when I finally did, it didn't even work!"
warpath noun - A path or route that leads to war or conflict. ■ John accidentally stepped on the warpath of a group of angry tourists, causing them to launch into a tirade about the lack of customer service at the hotel.