hotel amenities

Hotel ice machines are one of those things most travelers completely take for granted. But there’s actually a surprisingly specific reason they became a standard feature in American hotels. Regardless …

European hotel bathrooms often skip tubs, shower curtains, and washcloths — and there are practical reasons why. If you’ve ever traveled in Europe, you know exactly what I’m talking about. …

When people think about travel gifts, they usually think of the obvious stuff. Packing cubes. Passport holders. Travel pillows. AirTags. Maybe a last-minute stocking stuffer for the frequent flyer in …

If you’ve ever walked back into a hotel room after a long day and found it warm, stuffy, or oddly humid, there’s a good chance the thermostat was doing exactly …

You’ve probably seen “continental breakfast” offered at hotels countless times. But have you ever stopped to wonder what that actually means? When you choose which hotel you’re going to stay …

Years ago, hotels prided themselves on being places where you could rest and relax and, if you were on vacation, hopefully have some fun. To add to that air of …

When you stay at hotels once or twice a year, if that, you’re typically happy with everything you get. A coffeemaker in the room! A lighted magnifying mirror! And OMG, …

Hotel pools—they’re either an oasis of relaxation or a strange afterthought. For me? They’re usually a shrug. While some guests might base their entire booking on poolside vibes, I just …

We’ve all been to that hotel that offered something that wasn’t quiiiiiite like what they advertised. That’s where review sites such as Oyster come into play (although Oyster isn’t as …

Save for that one fancy-schmancy resort with a 7-star rating, hotels are generally graded on a five-star rating system. Granted, the rating systems aren’t consistent worldwide. (A project called “World …