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Looking for more specifics? Visit our Bed Sizes in Europe page for a comparison of American and European beds or our Accommodations Expectations page for more general information.
Room sizes in Europe can vary compared to what American travelers may be accustomed to. Generally, European hotel rooms tend to be smaller in size, especially in older buildings or city centers where space is limited. Standard rooms in Europe often offer a more compact layout, which can include a smaller footprint for beds, desks, and storage space.
In larger chain hotels or more modern accommodations, there may be a range of room sizes available, including larger options that can better accommodate American travelers' expectations. These larger rooms might offer more space for movement, larger beds, and additional seating areas.
It's important to note that while room sizes may differ, European hotels often make efficient use of the available space and prioritize functionality. They aim to provide comfortable and well-designed rooms that cater to the needs of travelers, even if they may be smaller compared to American standards.
When booking accommodations in Europe, travelers can consider room descriptions, photos, and reviews to get a better understanding of the size and layout of the rooms. Some travelers may choose to prioritize room size and opt for higher room categories or suites to ensure they have ample space during their stay.
Overall, while room sizes in Europe may generally be smaller compared to the United States, many American travelers appreciate the unique charm and character of European accommodations, which often compensate for any size differences.
ONE TRAVELER: SINGLE ROOM
Traveling on your own or need your privacy? We get it. Single rooms are available and will have bedding to sleep one person. This may be a single/twin bed or double bed. Single rooms are usually smaller in size when compared to other rooms throughout your accommodation.
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TWO TRAVELERS: DOUBLE -OR- TWIN ROOM
Will the two travelers be sharing a bed or need their own? This is important for us to know before you confirm your reservation. If requesting a double room this will default to one bed being booked for your reservation. By normal European standards, one bed is a double or full-sized bed, not a queen or king. If you need two separate beds we will need to request a twin room and by hospitality definition, this is a room to sleep two people in separate beds. Bedding can normally be two twin beds but sometimes can be two double beds or one of each size. Bed configuration is not guaranteed and is based on availability at the time of check-in.
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THREE TRAVELERS: TRIPLE ROOM
Traveling with three people, you will be placed in a triple room which only means the bedding can sleep three people, this does not mean there will be three beds. The bedding configuration could be three twin beds, one twin bed & one double bed, or even two doubles. We do not recommend triple rooms unless you understand they can get very tight when it comes to three people and all of their luggage in such a small space. Triple rooms are not guaranteed to be a larger rooms than a typical double that is designed for only two occupants. Bed configuration is not guaranteed and is based on availability at the time of check-in.
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FOUR TRAVELERS: TWO (2) DOUBLE ROOMS/QUAD ROOM (+ FAMILY OPTIONS)
It is not possible to book one room for four travelers/adults. You will need to book separate rooms. If you are traveling as a family and have children some accommodations have special rooms to accommodate this particular configuration and it varies largely between accommodations. Please discuss your group needs with your Personal Travel Specialist.
Hopefully, this helps when thinking about rooming configurations for your next trip! Our personal travel specialists are always here to help if you have any questions about how to arrange your accommodations efficiently.