Choosing a Holiday Hotel in Italy

Italy is among the most traveled destinations in the world, a veritable vacationer's paradise; the country offers a host of opportunities for even the most discerning traveler. 

Its numerous architectural wonders that bespeak of man made splendor and the rolling verdant hills that are reflective of its natural opulence, along with the lip smacking appeal of Italian cuisine has made the country a favorite among travelers from the world over. It is no wonder then that there's a host of accommodation options for weary travelers to unwind and relax as they plan their next exciting day in the country.

If you are looking for a holiday hotel in Italy; here is some crucial information on how you can make the right choice:

How should you pick a hotel in Italy?

If you are traveling through a tour operator; the establishment may offer several recommendations for hotels across Italy that will suit the budget of most people. However, if you have decided to explore the Mediterranean country on your own, the internet will be your best option. All you have to do is do a search for the term "Italy hotels" and you will see a plethora of options on your screen in numerous cities across the country.

How to choose the best hotel for your needs?

The first step is, of course, to choose accommodation in a city that you want to visit or in the vicinity of the area that you intend to spend your vacation in. So, it would be futile to check out hotels in Venice while you plan your trip to Rome. Although, obviously, you would be surprised at the number of people who make the all to common mistake of choosing a hotel at the wrong location and then spend hours commuting.

The next step is to look at the price of accommodation. Although there is no dearth of cheap accommodation options in Italy, price should not be the only constraint. Carefully read through the reviews of the establishment, looking for any customer complaints. Check out the room specifications and see if they suit your requirements. If you are traveling along with children, find out about the facilities available for kids at the establishment.

Use Google earth to look at the location of the hotel and find out about the major public transportation hubs in the area.

Also, refer to an online map to ascertain the location of the hotel vis a vis the tourist attractions that you want to visit.

What you should know?

- If you travel in the off season you can get hefty discounts, even at plush hotels across the country
- If you intend to visit several destinations in the country, you may want to consider a motel along the highway in the country; these are cheap and basic but comfortable and clean
- Don't trust everything you read on the website of the hotel, check out other travel sites to find out what people are saying about a particular establishment

How to get a good deal on hotels in Italy?

- Look for last minute offers and seasonal discounts
- If you are traveling in a group, inquire about group rates, these often include significant discounts
- Hotels on the outskirts of a major urban area such as Rome will be considerably cheaper than if you were to look for a room that overlooks the Trevi Fountain
- Go for something which is clean and offers the bare necessities; after all, you are certainly not going to be spending a lot of time in your hotel room, so why pay for the extras?