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Hotel

UK /["/həʊˈtel/"]/US /["/həʊˈtel/"]/

Definition

a building where people stay, usually for a short time, paying for their rooms and meals

In simple words: A place where people pay to stay, usually for a short time.

Examples

  • We stayed at a beautiful hotel during our vacation.
  • The hotel offered free breakfast every morning.
  • I need to book a hotel for our trip next month.
  • The hotel was fully booked for the weekend.
  • She works as a receptionist at a luxury hotel.

Usage notes

Use 'hotel' in general conversations about travel or accommodation. It's appropriate in both formal settings (like discussions about travel plans) and casual contexts (like chatting with friends). Avoid using it when referring to more specific types of accommodations like hostels or motels.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'home' away from 'home' — a 'hotel' where you rest.

Collocations

  • big
  • large
  • little
  • stay at
  • stay in
  • book in at
  • be located
  • be situated
  • boast something
  • accommodation
  • accommodations
  • bedroom
  • at a/​the hotel
  • in a/​the hotel

Synonyms

  • inn
  • lodging
  • hostel
  • motel
  • resort

Antonyms

  • hostel
  • campground

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'hostel' which is usually cheaper and more communal.
  • Using 'hote' instead of 'hotel'.
  • Saying 'the hotel' when referring to a hotel in general, rather than just 'hotel'.