Request a Specific Room When Booking

The Problem

You get a room next to the elevator, on the first floor, facing the parking lot.

The Hack

When booking (especially direct), add notes: 'High floor, away from elevator, quiet side.' Call the hotel day-before to confirm the request was noted.

Why It Works

Hotels want you happy — happy guests return and leave good reviews. Specific requests help them assign rooms that match your preferences instead of randomly assigning whatever is next in the system.

Pro Tips

• High floor: quieter, better views
• Away from elevator/ice machine: less foot traffic noise
• Corner rooms: often larger with more windows
• Call day-before to remind them of your request