Language/Standard-latvian/Vocabulary/Accommodation-and-booking
As a Standard Latvian language teacher, I have often encountered students who struggle with basic vocabulary while traveling in Latvia. In this lesson, we will tackle the topic of accommodation and booking, and equip you with the necessary Latvian words and phrases to navigate your stay in Latvia.
Standard Latvian Vocabulary
Below is a list of essential Latvian words and phrases that you will need while booking and staying at a hotel or apartment in Latvia:
Booking a Room
Standard Latvian | Pronunciation | English |
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Vai ir brīvas numura? | vai irr briivas noomooraa? | Do you have any vacancies? |
Cik maksā viena nakts? | tsiik maksa viena nakts? | How much is a room per night? |
Es gribētu rezervēt istabu. | ess gribeehtu rezerveet istaboo | I would like to book a room. |
Man ir rezervācija. | maan irr rezervaaatsiya | I have a reservation. |
Es gribētu atcelt rezervāciju. | ess gribeehtu atselt rezervaaatsiyoo | I would like to cancel my reservation. |
Asking About Services and Facilities
Standard Latvian | Pronunciation | English |
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Vai numurā ir internets? | vai noomoora ir internetss? | Is there internet in the room? |
Vai istabā ir kondicionētājs? | vai istabaa ir konditsyoneetaajs? | Is there air conditioning in the room? |
Vai viesnīcā ir sporta zāle? | vai viyesneetsaa ir sporta zaale? | Does the hotel have a gym? |
Kur ir viesistaba? | kuur irr viyesistabaa? | Where is the lounge? |
Cikos punča stunda sākas? | tsiikos puncha stunda saakas? | What time does happy hour start? |
Handling Common Issues
Standard Latvian | Pronunciation | English |
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Man nav siltas ūdens. | maan nav siltaas uudenss | There is no hot water. |
Es zaudēju savu atslēgu. | ess zaujeejoo savoo utsleegoo | I lost my key. |
Numurā nav interneta savienojuma. | noomoora nav internetta savienojooma | There is no internet connection in the room. |
Man vajag papildus spilvenu. | maan vajaag papiildus spilvenoo | I need extra pillows. |
Tips and Cultural Information
- Many hotels in Latvia offer breakfast included in the room price. Be sure to check if this is included in your booking or if it is an additional cost. - In some hotels or apartments, guests are expected to take their shoes off before entering the room. This is a common practice in Latvia, where cleanliness is highly valued. - In Latvia, guests are expected to pay for their stay at checkout. It is uncommon to pay in advance or leave a deposit. - Some hotels and apartments may require a deposit upon check-in, especially for long-term stays or when booking expensive suites or rooms. Be sure to check the booking details for any additional charges or policies.
With this Standard Latvian vocabulary and cultural information, you are ready to plan your stay in Latvia with confidence. Don't be afraid to ask questions or clarify any details with the staff at your hotel or apartment.