Choosing well

What makes a hotel the best one for you

We do not publish ranked lists or star ratings of our own. These questions narrow a long list quickly.

Who is travelling

Couples, families and business travellers want different things. Filter for family rooms, adults-only properties or a business district as needed.

Where you will spend your days

Staying close to what you came for, whether that is the beach, the old city or a conference centre, is worth more than an extra amenity.

Recent guest reviews

Read reviews from the last few months. Renovations, new management and seasonal changes show up there first.

What is included

Breakfast, airport transfers and meal plans can change the real cost a lot, especially at island resorts.

Room type

In resorts, the room category often matters more than the hotel name. Compare views, pools and space before you choose.

By destination

Questions to ask in popular places

Maldives

Check how you reach the resort, by speedboat, seaplane or domestic flight, and what that transfer costs. Compare meal plans side by side.

Bali

Decide between the coast and the inland hills around Ubud first. The two feel very different, and travel between areas takes time.

Dubai

Choose between a beach hotel and a city hotel near the metro, depending on whether this is a resort holiday or a sightseeing trip.

Goa

North and South Goa suit different travellers. Pick the area first, then the hotel.

Explore

Plan the stay

Questions

Frequently asked

Do you rank hotels?

No. We do not publish our own rankings or ratings. Use the guest reviews on Agoda, and ask us if you would like help comparing a shortlist.

Can I search resorts and villas?

Yes. The Agoda search includes resorts, apartments and holiday homes as well as hotels, depending on the destination.

Can you plan a honeymoon stay?

Yes. See our Honeymoon and luxury page, or message us on WhatsApp with your dates and ideas.

Which currency will I pay in?

Prices show in your local currency automatically: INR in India, AUD in Australia, NZD in New Zealand, USD elsewhere. The final charge currency is shown at Agoda’s checkout.

Talk to us

Prefer us to plan the stay?

Send your dates, cities and who is travelling. We reply Monday to Saturday, 10:30am to 7pm India time (IST).

+91 92113 43932

Or write to sales@avencresttravel.com. We work from Gurgaon, Christchurch and Melbourne. All contact details are on our contact page.

Photos: Asad Photo Maldives, Pexels (infinity pool near the beach); Thorsten technoman, Pexels (view of a tourist resort); Iván Rivero, Pexels (hotel courtyard); Pixabay, Pexels (palms and resort at dusk); Tyler Lastovich, Pexels (Lake Tekapo, South Island).