noun
hotel
hoh-TEL/həʊˈtel/
An establishment where travelers pay to stay.
The hotel welcomes tired travelers arriving on the late train.
Etymology
The guest-house ancestor also underlies hospital. Hotel initially named a grand residence in English, then an inn of the better sort, connecting that residential meaning to today's business offering travelers lodging.
In context
Service apartments combine hotel services with apartmentstyle living. They include kitchens, living areas, [music] and longer stay options. This type suits families, business travelers, or anyone needing space and flexibility over an extended period.
More examples
- We booked two rooms at the hotel.
- Several hotels overlook the harbor.
- The hotel serves breakfast in a sunny dining room.
Forms
hotel · hotels
Similar words
- inn
- Often a smaller lodging establishment with a traditional atmosphere.
- motel
- A motel traditionally caters to motorists with convenient vehicle access.