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A Guide to Selecting Indian Hotels

While selecting a 5 Star Hotel is as easy in India as any country in the world...for those of us who can't afford to stay in such luxury hotels and for middle class tourists, lots of factors are should be carefully considered before deciding to stay in any Indian hotel. The right hotel can set the tone for your whole trip and can make your trip stress free and enjoyable.
Here are some things to consider while selecting the right hotel and some tips for an enjoyable Indian stay:
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Make sure your fix the room rate very clearly and are aware of any extra's chargeable at the reception before check in so that you are spared a shock at the end of your stay putting a damper on your whole trip. Also, clarify the amount of taxes payable on the room rent or whether it is including in the mentioned rate. Ask about the number of persons they allow in a room. Negotiate the rates quite assertively to get them down or get them to throw in some free services if you feel the rates are too high for the rooms, it often works.
The best way of selecting a hotel is by recommendation. If you could get any past feedback on the hotel you are going to stay from your friends/relatives, it would be the easiest. If not, you could look for customer review on the internet if they have a site or any hotel review and rating sites.