The significance of your hotel experience during your visit to Spain

Every choice we make while travelling helps shape the unique experience we will later remember—hopefully with fondness. It goes from the coffee shop where we stop to grab a nice cup of coffee to the bench with stunning views where we sit down to rest and watch the sunset at the end of the day.

There is no doubt that there are as many ways to move around the world as travellers. Some people like to explore new places by carrying a backpack and sleeping in remote locations, whereas others prefer to stay at elegant hotel rooms surrounded by city lights and skyscrapers. There are also those who enjoy both, since travelling can be an extremely diverse activity. Even the same trip can include dramatically different environments.

The keys to unlocking a pleasant hotel experience in Spain

When it comes to travelling around Spain, choosing the right accommodation can be the cherry on top of the cake. There are a number of things we can take into account to make sure that our stay there will be comfortable. For instance, a digital key will allow us to access our room without waiting queues at reception or dealing with any other unnecessary delays. This type of check-in technology is fast, handy and efficient, an interesting alternative to traditional check-ins.

Some hotels even offer a comprehensive self-check-in and out process that helps guests save time and avoid relying on reception hours. As an example, Mews’ check-in kiosk provides a customised experience with digital greetings and guidance. This way, the hotel gets to streamline operations and the guest gains control over the different steps of the process, including check-in, payment and adding new products and services to the reservation.

In any case, visiting different places in Spain is always a great opportunity to try the local cuisine. And, sometimes, we can do so without leaving the hotel facilities. Many accommodations include breakfast services, where we might taste a piece of local fruit, a traditional Spanish toast or some churros.  

Moreover, some hotels have their own restaurant, where they serve traditional dishes from the area. Indeed, many acclaimed Spanish chefs work at high-class hotels. Either way, it is never a bad idea to have a look at the menu.

In some cases, ordering a drink at the hotel bar can be interesting too. It might be a cosy indoor cafetería with a fireplace or a modern rooftop with amazing views, among other welcoming spaces where one can just spend time chatting or reading a good book.

Another aspect to consider while designing our travel experience is how the hotel fits into its environment. Is it a secluded cabin in the woods, a whitewashed house overlooking the Mediterranean or a luxurious room with glass walls in one of Madrid’s tallest buildings? We will probably pick a different answer depending on the type of vacation we plan to enjoy. In any case, the hotel we choose should match our travel expectations.

Of course, there are many other details regarding accommodation that will affect our hotel experience while travelling around Spain. Different amenities, room service, accessibility… It is vital that we examine the features of the hotel we are booking in order to avoid misunderstandings and simply enjoy the trip.

This article was written in collaboration with Mews.