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POLICIES
Will I have to pay an
advance deposit to make a reservation?
How far beyond the
reservation time will the Hotel honor my reservation?
What are the
differences between a confirmed and a guaranteed reservation?
What do I need to
know about the Hotels cancellation policy?
Will I have to pay an advance deposit to make a
reservation?
Possibly, some Hotels do charge an up
front deposit to make a reservation which you may have to forfeit if
you cancel or fail to show up. This is especially true during peak
seasons of Hotel occupancy. Make sure you are familiar with the
Hotels reservation and cancellation policy before you give them
your credit card numbers.
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How far beyond the
reservation time will the Hotel honor my reservation?
This is a great question and one you
should ask Hotel in case you are delayed.
You should notify the Hotel if you
are delayed so that they will still have a room available for you.
Check to see if they offer guaranteed
reservations, so youll be sure to get a room.
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What are the
differences between a confirmed and a guaranteed reservation?
Most Hotels will take your credit
card number at reservation and confirm that youll have a room
reserved until a certain time. They may have a reservation
cancellation charge, but many havent yet actually charged anything
on your credit card.
Some Hotels will also offer you a
guaranteed reservation. When they take down your credit card number
for a guaranteed reservation, your credit card will be charged the
rate for the room, so your prepaid room will be held for you even if
you are late.
A guaranteed reservation will be more
costly if you dont show up, but youll have a much better chance at
a room. Hotels have many different policies about when and if they
charge your credit card and how long they will guarantee a room. It
is best to ask the specific Hotel about their policy.
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What do I need to know
about the Hotels cancellation policy?
Ask about Hotels cancellation
policy, time limit and fees. Some are quite restrictive especially
during peak seasons or the holidays. Many discount consolidators
will also charge a large fee for canceling the room. Make sure you
can live with those policies.
Ask if the Hotel will penalize you
with a charge, if you have to shorten your stay and check out
earlier than planned. Ask if early notification could lessen or
eliminate this penalty.
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