Q&A for How to Check Into a Hotel

Return to Full Article

Coming soon

Add New Question

Question

Do I pay for my stay straight away, or do I pay when I check out?

Christopher

Top Answerer

Most often nowadays, you'll pay once you walk into the hotel. However, others force you to pay the moment you decide to make the original reservation, regardless of how long it is till the day of arrival. Very rarely will you ever get a chance to pay when you check out.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 2 Helpful 37
Question

Do I have to give my information, such as date of birth, full name, etc., when I check into a hotel?

Christopher

Top Answerer

Full name, yes. Date of birth, though, tends to vary.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 7 Helpful 31
Question

How old do I have to be to get in a hotel?

Community Answer

The guest who is paying for the room must be at least 18. However, some hotels have age restrictions up to 25 years old. It should say on the hotel's website, or just call the hotel and ask.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 4 Helpful 23
Question

Do I have to give them my address when checking in?

Community Answer

It varies. They will tell you what information they need from you.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 1 Helpful 6
Question

How do I book a hotel if I'm a minor?

Community Answer

You'll need an adult with a credit card to book it for you.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 1 Helpful 7
Question

How do I book a hotel in another country?

Community Answer

Trivago. You can just state the place and it will show you hotels and rates and allow you to book reservations. Also, Booking.com

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 1 Helpful 7
Question

Am I allowed to bring an identification card to check in?

Community Answer

Yes. In fact, you will almost certainly need an ID card of some type to check in.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 4 Helpful 8
Question

Will they ask my age?

Community Answer

Usually when checking into a hotel an I.D. is required, so they will see your age.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 2 Helpful 8
Question

What if we are a kid, and we need to get into a hotel but live on the streets?

Community Answer

Maybe you should talk in private with one of the people who works there. Try to at least give them your first and last name, and make sure to ask for a room politely. If you are 13, maybe you can offer to clean in the hotel, and they will let you stay there.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 4 Helpful 9
Question

If I am with another person, will they ask for my information too?

Community Answer

The hotel will usually only require information from the person that reserved the room.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 6 Helpful 15
Question

Do hotels allow a parent to book the room and have the people staying show up and stay without them?

AbigailAbernathy

Top Answerer

No. Often, hotels will require an ID and card on check in. Hotels require you to pay the fees and the hold on check in and if you are too young to have an ID or card, you cannot check in. Even if the room is paid, the hotel is not. The booking fee goes toward the booking site, not the hotel.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 1 Helpful 6
Question

How much time will I have to check in?

Community Answer

It varies between hotels; most should have a decent hours-long window of time where they will allow you to check in before vacating your reservation and renting the room to someone else. It should be clearly stated in their policy online, or the concierge handling your reservation over the phone can tell you. They may be willing to make exceptions for an early or late check-in, but the greater advance notice you can give, the better your chances.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 0 Helpful 9
Question

What is the Presidential Suite in a hotel?

Amanda Cousins

Community Answer

It is the most expensive room in the complex, the family room for celebrities and musicians.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 0 Helpful 5