Glossary of B&B Terms

Glossary & Guide to B&B Terms

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Bed Sizes[ Back to Top ]

Sizes are approximate. Please note that a European King bed is the closest equivalent to the American Queen bed and would normally be the largest bed size available.

Room Standards[ Back to Top ]

Genrally B&Bs tend to place their bedrooms within three different categories:

1. Standard Bedroom (B&B)

This indicates that there is not a bathroom within the bedroom. In this case there will be shared bathroom facilities in the corridor. Usually there will be a wash hand basin within the room.

2. En-Suite Bedrooms (B&B)

This indicates that there is a private bathroom within the bedroom. This will always contain a WC and wash hand basin, plus a Shower and / or bath.

3. Deluxe (B&B)

The standard of B&B accommodation in Europe is mostly quite high but does vary from region to region. Deluxe rooms with additional furniture or Jacuzzis in the bathroom are available in high end B&Bs and guesthouse accommodation – check the description

Room Sizes[ Back to Top ]

Single Room

A single room is designed to accommodate one person only. The room contains one single bed. (approx. 3' x 6' 3 or 1m x 1.9m)

Double Room

A double room is designed to accommodate two people only. The room contains one queen bed. (approx. 4' 6 x 6' 3 or 1.4m x 1.9m)

Twin Room

A twin room is also designed to accommodate two people only. The room contains two single beds. (approx. 3 x 6' 3 or 1m x 1.9m)

Family Rooms

There are two main types of family rooms, as follows:

Triple Room

A triple room is designed to accommodate three people only.
The room will contain either:
• One queen and one single bed
• Three single beds

Please specify which option you require when sending your reservation form.

Quad Room

A quad room is designed to accommodate four people only.
The room will contain either:
- Two queen beds
- One queen and two single beds
- Four single beds

Please specify which option you require when sending your reservation form. We can also assist you in seeking accommodation that can accommodate more than four people in a room. Please specify the number of people in your party when completing your reservation request form.

Suites / Apartments

Suites and apartments are designed to provide a luxurious atmosphere, whilst away from home. They normally range from one to three bedrooms, with a separate lounge area and bathroom, and sleep two people per room. Some suites and all apartments also contain a kitchenette. We can also assist you in booking studio suites and apartments. These are the same as above but do not have a separate bedroom - all facilities, with the exception of the bathroom, are contained within one room.