Master These 20 French Phrases for Effortless Hotel Stays

Updated on 2024-08-18

Traveling to France? Make your hotel stay a breeze with these 20 essential French phrases. From check-in to check-out, you'll be prepared for every interaction.

Arrival and Check-in

  • "J'ai une réservation." (I have a reservation.)
  • "Avez-vous une chambre disponible ?" (Do you have a room available?)
  • "Pour combien de nuits ?" (For how many nights?)
  • "Quel est le prix par nuit ?" (What's the price per night?)

Room Preferences

  • "Je voudrais une chambre avec vue sur la ville." (I'd like a room with a city view.)
  • "Y a-t-il le Wi-Fi gratuit ?" (Is there free Wi-Fi?)
  • "Où se trouve l'ascenseur ?" (Where is the elevator?)

Services and Amenities

  • "À quelle heure est le petit-déjeuner ?" (What time is breakfast?)
  • "Pouvez-vous appeler un taxi ?" (Can you call a taxi?)
  • "Où puis-je garer ma voiture ?" (Where can I park my car?)

Room Service and Housekeeping

  • "Je voudrais commander le room service." (I'd like to order room service.)
  • "Pouvez-vous nettoyer ma chambre, s'il vous plaît ?" (Can you clean my room, please?)
  • "J'ai besoin de serviettes supplémentaires." (I need extra towels.)

Problems and Solutions

  • "Le chauffage ne fonctionne pas." (The heating isn't working.)
  • "J'ai perdu ma clé." (I've lost my key.)
  • "Pouvez-vous baisser le volume de la musique ?" (Can you lower the volume of the music?)

Check-out

  • "Je voudrais régler ma note." (I'd like to settle my bill.)
  • "Acceptez-vous les cartes de crédit ?" (Do you accept credit cards?)
  • "Pouvez-vous appeler un porteur ?" (Can you call a porter?)
  • "À quelle heure est le check-out ?" (What time is check-out?)

Practical Tips

Remember to use "s'il vous plaît" (please) and "merci" (thank you) to be polite. Most hotel staff in tourist areas speak some English, but attempting French first is always appreciated.

Practice these phrases before your trip, and you'll find your hotel experience in France much more comfortable and enjoyable. Bon voyage !

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