For example, what would be a good way to get a room with a better view without having to spend the extra cash?
If you ask in advance you will get the normal "thank you for enquiring, the costs will be …. etc etc" A hotel will not give away a premium room in advance if there is still a chance of selling it at the premium price
Go there, at the time of check in, be nice, chat with them a bit, ask if the hotel is fully occupied, could you be "cheeky and ask if you could be considered for an upgrade"- if you have a special reason such as a honeymoon, anniversary etc then this often helps
Admittedly it depends on the mood of the reception desk person, and also if she is in a position of responsibility to make that decision or not….. but it’s always worth asking.
They see so many people who demand because "I am a customer and the customer is always right" that being friendly, approachable and sweet is a breath of fresh air I can tell you!
Like anything else.
First, be lucky that you come to deal with an attendant that is not in a bad mood.
And if one is available, the best way would be to ask for it, in a nice way, without being demanding and pushy.
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email in advance and explain it is a special trip
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If you ask in advance you will get the normal "thank you for enquiring, the costs will be …. etc etc" A hotel will not give away a premium room in advance if there is still a chance of selling it at the premium price
Go there, at the time of check in, be nice, chat with them a bit, ask if the hotel is fully occupied, could you be "cheeky and ask if you could be considered for an upgrade"- if you have a special reason such as a honeymoon, anniversary etc then this often helps
Admittedly it depends on the mood of the reception desk person, and also if she is in a position of responsibility to make that decision or not….. but it’s always worth asking.
They see so many people who demand because "I am a customer and the customer is always right" that being friendly, approachable and sweet is a breath of fresh air I can tell you!
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I worked on 4/5 star hotel reception desks during the summer when I was a student