One of the reasons that makes tourists like or not their trip is the comfort of their stay.

Choosing a hotel (or other type of accommodation), among so many different offers, can seem like a simple task.

However, deciding your accommodation based on photographs and advertising from the establishment itself does not always produce good results. The images that illustrate the hotels are often outdated or edited as a way to seem more appealing.

Have you ever stayed at a hotel that seemed perfect on the Internet, but it was nothing like what you imagined? Follow our suggestions and that will never happen again.

1. Set your budget

Before starting your search, make a budget for your stay and filter the search results. This way you will not waste time seeing options above what you want to spend.

For a more complete budget, try to include estimated values for food, transportation/travel expenses, and souvenirs you want to bring with you. Thus, you will have an overview of the expenses and will know the fraction that should be allocated to the accommodation.

2. Apply the necessary filters

One of the first steps to find the perfect hotel is to define what you need to have. The wheater will be good to use the pool? Narrow your search to find hotels with a pool. Do you prefer a central location? Sort results by distance to the city center. Are you going by car and need a parking place? Make sure that the place you´re staying has it.

Depending on the company, the choices also vary. If you travel in groups of more than three people, an apartment or aparthotel can be a smart option. If you´re traveling with children, check the possible need for extra bed in hotels.

The most commonly used search engines have a lot of different filters. Depending on your priorities, get a selection that suits your needs.

3. Confirm the location

The features and qualities of a hotel are as important as its location. Staying in pleasant and economical hotel with everything you are looking for can become a nightmare if you have to resort to various means of transport and make miles to get to the places you want to visit.

Know the exact location of where you’ll be staying with Google Maps. Through real images you will also be able to see what the area around it looks like.

4. Search real photos

We all know that photographs from a certain angle and later edited can cover up certain aspects. Nobody likes to arrive to a hotel and don´t recognize what they saw online.

Be cautious and look for images from real people: in the TripAdvisor reviews section, on blogs, or on social media sites of people who have visited that hotel. Minimal detail can make a difference in your well-being.

5. Read the reviews and ratings

Today, we are faced with an endless supply of fast-moving information. The biggest advantage of this is the possibility to find relevant content about absolutely anything.

Look for reviews and opinions about the hotel and its offer. If three guests reported the same problem, it is good to consider the negative point in question.

6. Are animals allowed? Does it offer activities for children?

When you start the search for the perfect hotel you surely already know who will accompany you on the trip.

If you travel with pets check beforehand if they can enter the hotel. If your case is having children with you, it may be a good idea to opt for an accommodation that offers children’s activities.

7. 24-hour service: it’s essential

Unforeseen events always happen. Your means of transportation may be delayed or, for some stronger reason, it may not be possible to arrive on time. If your hotel doesn´t offer a permanent reception, check-in time can be a problem.

It is best to opt for an accommodation that offers 24-hour service: it prevents a lot of inconvenience to the guest and ensures the comfort during your stay.