Prospective visitors told clearly what is included in the prices quoted for accommodation, meals and refreshments, including service charge, taxes and other surcharges. Other information which may impact on the guests’ stay, e.g. smoking policy, refurbishment work in progress, planned functions / events etc. provided. Where house policy dictates that certain facilities need to be pre-booked, e.g. spa treatments, dinner etc., these should also be mentioned at the time of booking. Advance warning if the restaurant is to be closed or likely to become fully booked. Full details of the hotel’s cancellation policy if there is one. This especially includes information about charging credit cards for cancellation or changes to the booking. Information about deposits if required, including details of how the deposit is taken and whether or not it is refundable on cancellation. Clear explanation of charges for additional services or available facilities including cancellation terms. Information about any unacceptable types of payment e.g. credit cards, travellers cheques etc. Information and full details about any fees charged for the acceptance of credit cards All agreed prices must include service charges, taxes and other surcharges where applicable. Every endeavour should be made to advise guests in advance about the hotel location and any car parking restrictions. Visitors advised when they are booking, and subsequently in the case of any change, if the accommodation offered is in an unconnected annexe or has separate external access. Unless notified in writing in advance, price confirmation at least indicated on a key card or similar. Prospective guests left confident that their booking was recorded accurately. As a minimum, name, address, and / or contact telephone number recorded at the time of booking. All bookings handled in a friendly and courteous manner, even when there is no dedicated reservations department. Provide each guest with printed or clearly written details of payment due and a receipt on request. Presentation of accounts ensuring that purchases are clearly detailed. Particular attention should be paid to accuracy. The VAT element of the account (where applicable) should be clearly identified.
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