A stay in a luxury hotel is something everybody should experience at least once in a lifetime. While budget accommodation may tick all the boxes in terms of basic amenities, the quality, atmosphere and level of service cannot be matched in a high-end hotel. Suppose you have an upcoming trip - whether it is for business or leisure purposes, you can vastly improve your overall experience by booking luxury accommodation. Here are just a few of the features that you can enjoy during your deluxe stay.
Welcome Gifts
Many luxury hotels offer guests welcome gifts of confectionery, champagne and toiletries upon arrival. Some high-end establishments have been known to create personalised gifts for their patrons, such as engraved wine glasses and stationery. While these small tokens of appreciation may not enhance the hotel experience, they make the guest feel cared for and valued as a paying customer.
VIP Treatment
During your stay at a luxury hotel, you can expect first-class service. Depending on your chosen package, you can enjoy exceptional hospitality, including transportation assistance and concierge services. Luxury hotel staff members are always happy to assist with a smile, and nothing is ever too much trouble, from taking your luggage to ensuring you have a table booked in the finest local restaurant.
Spa
While not every luxury hotel features spa facilities, it is becoming increasingly popular among high-end establishments. From heated indoor pools to steam rooms, you can purchase a hotel stay package with unlimited access to facilities that will leave you feeling refreshed, relaxed and rejuvenated. You may even have the option to book luxury spa treatments such as deep tissue massages and mud facials.
Room Service
A hotel stay isn’t complete without room service. That said, there is a difference between regular room service and luxury room service. While you can invariably get snacks or a basic meal sent to your room in most hotels, many high-end establishments offer round-the-clock gourmet catering, from sumptuous local delicacies to afternoon tea. If you’d prefer to make the most of your opulent lodgings and dine in your room, you can enjoy your evening meal from the comfort of your Egyptian cotton bed sheets.
Gym
Health and fitness enthusiasts needn’t take a break from their carefully curated exercise regimes during luxury trips. Along with spa facilities, many high-end hotels feature excellent fitness facilities on par with any standard commercial gym. Having easy access to gym facilities means you can start the day by getting your blood pumping, releasing endorphins and improving your focus.
Fine Dining
The vast majority of luxury hotels feature fine dining facilities where you can experience culinary expertise like never before. Some high-end hotel restaurants use exceptional ingredients from on-site butchers, pâtissiers and chocolatiers, making for exquisite world-class dishes to suit every palate. If you would prefer to dine off-premises, hotel staff are usually more than happy to recommend an excellent local restaurant.
Ambience And Entertainment
Luxury hotels consider ambience a crucial aspect of the overall experience. Depending on your hotel of choice, you may be lucky enough to enjoy some complementary entertainment, negating the need for venturing out to find evening activities. From live shows to cocktail-making classes, many luxury establishments offer unique experiences to make your stay memorable. At the very least, you can expect a lounge pianist to provide musical accompaniment to your leisurely evening dining experience.
Fresh Flowers
One aspect of staying in a high-end hotel many people find enjoyable is finding fresh flowers once they check into their rooms. The mood-boosting, air-purifying properties of fresh flowers and houseplants make them the perfect addition to a relaxing, opulent environment. Furthermore, bright colours and pleasant scents trigger positive emotions and decrease stress levels. However, if you suffer from allergies, it may be wise to contact the establishment beforehand and check to prevent any discomfort.
Complimentary Toiletries
We’ve all been to hotels that provide mini bottles of shampoo and shower gel. While this gesture often proves decidedly convenient, luxury hotels go above and beyond in terms of quality. Instead of fair-to-middling toiletries, you may be provided with natural, organic products from high-end suppliers to make you look, smell and feel fantastic during your stay.