subject: 4 Ways To Guarantee A Pleasant Stay At Lake District Hotels [print this page] If you are booking a stay in one of the Lake District hotels, you can guarantee a pleasant visit if you research your choices in advance. Choosing the right accommodations is one of the trickiest tasks of travel, because it makes such a difference in your overall enjoyment of your trip. A bad experience or poor customer service can completely ruin your vacation. So before you book anything, follow these 4 steps to guarantee the best selection for your situation:
1.Research the inns to see your options
Before you book anything, make sure you know what you're getting into. A few moments spent on TripAdvisor, Yahoo, or any of a dozen travel websites will help you get a clear picture of the inn of your choice. Is it family-friendly or is it a prime honeymoon destination? You know your personal needs, so it's up to you to do a background check on the inn to make sure it fulfills your needs and desires.
2.Make sure you understand the amenities, policies, and procedures
This is the most overlooked part of booking a stay, and yet it's the one that causes the most customer complaints. Make sure you understand the cancellation policy, the early check-out policy, and any other policies and procedures that are pertinent to your trip. See what amenities are available, but make sure they are available in the room you're booking. For example, don't expect a hot tub in your room if it's only available in the honeymoon suite. Read through the website carefully and if you have questions, email the management before making your reservation.
3.If you have a problem, speak to management immediately
Sometimes, despite the best-laid plans of management, situations will arise. Perhaps the room you booked isn't available. Or perhaps it's not what was described on the website. Whatever the problem, notify management immediately in a calm and polite manner. All bed and breakfasts and inns rely upon repeat visits and word of mouth to grow their businesses. They want to make your stay as pleasant as possible because they want you to return. On the other hand, everyone wants to be treated with respect. If you inform the manager of a problem in a helpful fashion, the two of you can work out a resolution in which everyone benefits.
4.If you have a pleasant stay, make sure to tell others
As mentioned above, inns rely upon repeat business and word of mouth. Studies show that people are more likely to publicize a bad customer service incident than a good one. But if you have an excellent stay, take the time to share your experience with others. If you know of someone who is planning a visit to Windermere, tell them about your accommodations and what made your trip extraordinary. Post a review on travel websites. It's important to keep outstanding local businesses in trade for a long time, and you can do your part by spreading the word. This will help the owners of the establishment and future travelers as well.
Your trip can be an unforgettable experience if you find the right accommodations for your needs. Do a little research, make sure you understand what you're getting, and if you have trouble, by all means tell the proprietor. By following these suggestions, you'll be sure to enjoy your vacation.
