Why You Should Never Book Accommodation Without Reading the Bathroom Reviews

 

I learnt this lesson the hard way — somewhere between Florence and regret. The photos online looked perfect: stone walls, breakfast in the courtyard, the word “luxury” scattered everywhere. But when I opened the bathroom door, it was the size of a wardrobe. The shower dribbled, the tiles were colder than reason, and the mirror was placed conveniently at shoulder height. I’m five foot nine.

It’s funny now, but at the time, standing under that reluctant trickle of water, I promised myself one thing: always read the bathroom reviews. Because the bathroom tells the truth. You can fake good lighting in a bedroom photo, you can hide noise with clever captions — but bad plumbing? That’s a secret no hotel can keep for long.

Think about it. A good bathroom means someone cared — about the details, the comfort, the way hot water actually reaches you before you lose hope. It’s the space where tired travellers reset after flights, where mornings begin and evenings exhale. Whether you’re on a city break or a long-haul escape, the bathroom quietly defines how “rested” your holiday really feels.

So before you click “Book Now”, scroll a little further. Check if other guests mention good pressure, warm towels, or — heaven forbid — a shower curtain that clings like seaweed. Those comments might not sound poetic, but they’ll save you from muttering through cold shampoo and fogged-up regrets.

And since we’re talking about avoiding travel stress, plan the rest of your trip just as wisely. If you’re flying out soon, meet and greet at Heathrow before booking — you’ll find plenty of airport parking deals that make the start of your journey feel smooth rather than scrambled.

Because a trip begins long before you reach the hotel. And sometimes, the secret to a good holiday is as simple as hot water, a working drain, and the small mercy of a mirror that actually fits your face.