Personal accommodation planning for your trip in Europe
Use our guides to compare hotels and apartments, then request a personal stay plan tailored to your destination, dates, budget and travel style.
Start with the guidesFive nights. Five guides.
Hotel or apartment: how to choose for a city break
A side-by-side look at service, space, kitchen access, location and flexibility — and which option suits which kind of trip.
Night 2Apartments
Seven mistakes people make when booking an apartment
From ignoring the check-in process to skipping the cleaning fee line — what to check before you confirm a self-catering stay.
Night 3Budget travel
Planning a budget trip in Europe, step by step
Set the number of nights, choose the base district, mix accommodation types and keep transport simple — a practical sequence.
Night 4Destinations
Old town or new district: where to stay in a European city
How historic centres, residential quarters and station areas differ for sleep, noise, walking distance and value per night.
Night 5Accommodation basics
Lodging words, decoded: a short glossary for travelers
Aparthotel, self-catering, city tax, non-refundable rate — the terms on booking pages explained, and why each one matters.
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Where to sleep. At a glance.
| Option | Best for | Space and kitchen | Service | Watch for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel | Short city breaks, late arrivals | Room only, rarely a kitchen | Reception, daily cleaning | City tax, breakfast not always included |
| Apartment | Longer stays, families, groups | Separate rooms, self-catering | Usually minimal | Cleaning fee, key handover times |
| Aparthotel | Mix of independence and support | Kitchenette in the unit | Reception, limited cleaning | Service level varies by property |
| Hostel | Solo travelers on a budget trip | Shared or small private rooms | Desk, shared spaces | Noise, lockers, shared bathrooms |
General patterns, not rules: always read the specific listing. The full breakdown is in Hotel or apartment: how to choose for a city break.
Plan your nights.
Count the nights
Fix dates first, then budget per night. It sets every other choice.
Pick the district
Walking distance and public transport matter more than a star rating.
Read the small print
Check-in times, fees, cancellation terms. Then confirm.