Accommodation is a huge factor when booking vacations. But too often, travelers focus on price rather than the hotel star ratings. With all things being equal, does the star rating matter? Yes. In ...

When planning a vacation, it’s no surprise that you’re delving into the world of hotel research. You’ll likely encounter a slew of perplexing designations like Four-Star and Five-Diamond. Meanwhile, ...

Five-star hotels are known for luxurious experiences and dazzling amenities. But most people don’t stay at luxury hotels, let alone know if there’s any real difference between the five-star experience ...

Most hotel-goers book a five-star hotel expecting certain luxuries: bellhops with white gloves, a personal butler, or marble lobbies. However, five-star ratings don't necessarily deliver these ...

Splurging on a five-star hotel stay is typically saved for special occasions. I've, fortunately, slept in plenty of luxury hotels where I've watched travelers make mistakes. Some people book stays ...