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Booking accessible accommodation: questions that reveal reality
Accessible can mean anything from one grab rail to a fully adapted room. Ask for specifics in writing before paying. Most expensive travel mistakes happen when people trust stock photos and broad claims.
At a glance
Accessible can mean anything from one grab rail to a fully adapted room. Ask for specifics in writing before paying. Most expensive travel mistakes happen when people trust stock photos and broad claims.
- Street/parking to entrance
- Reception to room
- Room to breakfast/bar/pool
- Emergency exits
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- 1Street/parking to entrance
- 2Reception to room
- 3Room to breakfast/bar/pool
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Accessible can mean anything from one grab rail to a fully adapted room. Ask for specifics in writing before paying. Most expensive travel mistakes happen when people trust stock photos and broad claims.
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- People dealing with travel.
- People dealing with hotels.
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Accessible can mean anything from one grab rail to a fully adapted room. Ask for specifics in writing before paying. Most expensive travel mistakes happen when people trust stock photos and broad claims.
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Street/parking to entrance: kerbs, slope gradient, ramp length, automatic doors. Start here so the rest of the guide has a clear foundation.
Accessible can mean anything from one grab rail to a fully adapted room. Ask for specifics in writing before paying. Most expensive travel mistakes happen when people trust stock photos and broad claims.
What this means
- Street/parking to entrance: kerbs, slope gradient, ramp length, automatic doors.
- Watch out: Street/parking to entrance
- Keep copies of anything you send and any reply you receive.
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Template email: accessibility checks before booking
Subject: Accessibility checks before I book [Hotel name], [dates] Hello [Hotel team / Reservations], I am planning to stay at your hotel on [dates], and I need to confirm access details before booking. Could you please reply by email with answers to the questions below? Room and route 1) Is the route from street/parking to reception and from reception to the room fully step-free? 2) Door clear width (cm): room door ___ / bathroom door ___ 3) Lift details (if relevant): door width ___ cm, internal depth ___ cm, internal width ___ cm Bedroom 4) Bed height from floor to top of mattress (cm): ___ 5) Can furniture be moved to allow turning space? 6) Is there space for a mobile hoist if required? Bathroom 7) Shower type: roll-in / tray with lip (please state lip height in cm) 8) Toilet seat height (cm): ___ 9) Transfer space next to toilet: left side ___ cm / right side ___ cm 10) Grab rails: positions around toilet and shower (photo helpful) 11) Shower seat: fixed / fold-down / portable, and weight limit if known Practical 12) Can you share recent photos or a short video of the exact room and bathroom? 13) If the room is not as described on arrival, what is your process for relocation or cancellation? 14) Please confirm this room will be blocked as an accessibility-required booking. Thanks very much for your help. Written confirmation helps me travel safely. Kind regards, [Name] [Phone number] [Booking reference if already held]
Common mistakes
- Street/parking to entrance: kerbs, slope gradient, ramp length, automatic doors.
- Reception to room: lift dimensions, corridor width, heavy fire doors.
- Room to breakfast/bar/pool: whether every area you plan to use is step-free.
If they refuse, delay, or ignore you
- Keep notes and ask for decisions in writing.
- Use the related detailed guide when you are ready for the next step.
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At a glance
- Accessible can mean anything from one grab rail to a fully adapted room. Ask for specifics in writing before paying. Most expensive…
- Street/parking to entrance: kerbs, slope gradient, ramp length, automatic doors.
- Reception to room: lift dimensions, corridor width, heavy fire doors.
- Evidence that helps: Street/parking to entrance
- Avoid: Street/parking to entrance
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- Template email: accessibility checks before bookingDownload not available yet — use the copyable wording in this guide.