Tips on booking the perfect accommodation for your holidays

Planning the perfect holiday involves several key decisions. Everyone knows that accommodation is one of if not the most crucial.

Pick your lodging right, and you can significantly enhance any travel experience. This means more comfort, convenience, and memories that last not just weeks but months, years, or decades. We prepared a list of valuable tips to help book the perfect accommodation for any European holiday.

Define your needs and preferences

Before diving into booking options or browsing online, it’s a no-brainer to assess specific requirements that you may have. Here’s what’s the most important:

Location – some prefer to be near tourist attractions in the heart of the city, while others seek privacy and seclusion. Filter out options that best meet your wants and needs. Use the map view to help you out.
Budget – determine how much you’re willing to spend on accommodation per night, week or in total. This will narrow your choices and prevent overspending, which is very easy when looking for a vacation sport.
Amenities – look at the list of facilities for the booking. What’s most important to you? Rapid Wi-Fi, accessible parking, breakfast, or a swimming pool? Plenty of accommodation options can meet even the most demanding desires.
Type of accommodation – usually, you can pick between hotels, hostels, villas, apartments or bed and breakfasts based on your comfort and privacy preferences. For example, Ferienhaus La Palma often provide a tranquil setting surrounded by nature, making them ideal for travelers seeking peace and quiet away from busier tourist areas.

Book through official sites or reputable agencies

If you want to find a hotel or a simple apartment, you can use the top platforms like Booking.com, Airbnb, Agoda, Kayak, etc.

However, if you’re booking something more exclusive or unique, including boutique hotels, villas or luxury lodges, we recommend going directly to the official website. Sometimes, booking directly through the hotel’s website can provide better deals or additional perk.

For example, Amberton Green Villas in Corfu are only available through their website – https://ambertonhotels.com/en/corfu/. You must send an inquiry, as exquisite locations aren’t always listed on top platforms.

There are a lot of scams and untrustworthy intermediaries that offer super cheap deals but may be dishonest or add hidden taxes later on.

Some additional factors to consider

Look at how the property addresses negative feedback and how quickly they respond to your inquiries and messages.

Never underestimate how much the location of your accommodation may impact the quality of your vacation. Look at Google or Apple Maps to find out how close you are to attractions, whether it’s a safe neighbourhood and how accessible the spot is via road or walking.

Always book in advance, especially if you plan to visit during the high season (between late April and mid-September). Top-tier spots tend to be booked fully at least four to six months before.

Many accommodations offer loyalty programs or special discounts, so check for those. Finally, don’t forget about the means of transport during your stay. You can rent cars or shuttles in airports or contact the property directly to get help!