Practice English Reading Exercises for B1 – Hotels, Resorts & Guesthouses 5

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Reading 1

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a waterpark hotel.

There are descriptions of eight family hotels.

Decide which family hotel would be the most suitable for the people below.

1   Tom is travelling with his little boy, so a very shallow pool is essential. His older daughter wants to ride the water flumes all day long without extra charges. Tom prefers a completely silent hotel at night to sleep well.

2   Elena loves a lively holiday with loud music around the pool. She needs a safe, knee-deep water area for her baby to play in. To save money, she requires an apartment where she can prepare her own family meals.

3   David and his teenage sons want to use the park’s biggest slides as often as they like for free. They enjoy a noisy, party atmosphere with evening shows. Since they don’t drive, they need complimentary transport from the airport.

4   Kasia and her husband want to ride thrilling, fast water chutes during the day. However, they go to bed early and require a totally peaceful environment at night. They also want a fitness centre in the building to exercise.

5   The Silva family has young children who need safe, low-level water to splash in. The older kids expect to go on the slides continually without paying each time. The parents strictly eat plant-based diets, so they need vegetarian dining options.

Waterpark Hotels

A Blue Lagoon Resort

Perfect for all ages! Your booking includes an all-day pass for the giant water chutes, while little ones can safely enjoy our ankle-deep splash zone. We are located far from the town’s busy nightlife, guaranteeing perfectly peaceful evenings without any disturbing sounds to ruin your family’s sleep.

B Splash Planet

This highly energetic destination is full of loud music and fun pool games all day long. Children will adore the knee-deep splashing area, and adults can use our modern workout machines. Unfortunately, there are no big water chutes here, so teenagers might get a bit bored during a long summer stay.

C Ocean Beat Apartments

If you love an energetic holiday atmosphere, you will enjoy our daily pool parties and loud music. We have a fantastic ankle-deep bathing area designed especially for babies. Furthermore, each room features a modern cooker and fridge, making it incredibly easy to create your own family dishes instead of eating out.

D Tropical Splash Hotel

Older kids can race down our exciting water tunnels continuously, as a free all-day ride pass is included with your room key. Toddlers also have their own safe, low-water play area. Furthermore, our fantastic restaurant specialises entirely in meat-free dishes, offering delicious vegetable curries and fresh salads for healthy eating.

E Quiet Waters

If you want to escape the crowds, this silent retreat is perfect for relaxing nights. We offer complimentary minibus rides directly from the arrivals terminal. Your stay gives you free, non-stop entry to the extreme water chutes. However, we do not have any safe bathing spaces for very young children.

F Serenity Springs

Test your bravery on our massive, high-speed water drops! After an exciting day, you can enjoy a completely silent atmosphere, as we have strict rules against loud noises and music after dark. For guests wanting to stay active, our ground-floor health club is packed with the latest running and weight machines.

G Sunny Fun Resort

Enjoy non-stop fun with our massive tubes and chutes, which you can slide down as often as you like for no extra cost! We boast a completely meat-free menu in our lovely dining hall. However, this is a very noisy resort with live bands playing loudly late into the night.

H Party Waves Hotel

Forget about paying for an expensive taxi, because our complimentary coach will collect you right outside the airport! Teenagers will love going on our extreme water tracks over and over again without paying a penny. Every evening, the hotel comes alive with noisy discos, singing, and brilliant live holiday entertainment.

Reading 2

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a traditional Japanese Ryokan.

There are descriptions of eight Ryokans.

Decide which Ryokan would be the most suitable for the people below.

1   Anna wants to experience a traditional Japanese evening meal. She also wants to relax in natural warm water pools. Because she doesn’t drive, she needs a place extremely close to the railway.

2   David wants to sleep on classic woven floor mats. He needs a natural outdoor pool to relax in. He cannot speak Japanese, so he requires staff who can communicate in English.

3   The Smith family want large bedrooms with authentic floor mats. They are looking forward to trying a local multi-course supper. They also need fun, organized cultural activities for their young children.

4   Lucas wants to soak in warm spring waters and enjoy an authentic local dinner. Because he is a student with very little money, he requires a place with cheap discounted prices.

5   Emma wants to sleep in a classic room with traditional flooring. She is looking for an outdoor thermal bath. She also wants the accommodation to be situated in a quiet forest.

Traditional Japanese Ryokans

A Railway Ryokan

Located just opposite the main railway platforms, this accommodation is incredibly convenient for visitors without a car. Guests can relax in our fantastic indoor thermal pools after a busy day of sightseeing. Furthermore, your booking includes a delicious multi-course Japanese feast prepared by our talented chef every single evening.

B Global Guest House

Welcome to our friendly guesthouse! Our international reception team speaks perfect English to help you plan your trip. You will experience sleeping on comfortable beds placed directly on authentic woven grass floors. We also have a wonderful open-air thermal pool for guests to enjoy under the stars.

C Family Heritage Inn

This spacious property is perfect for parents and kids. Everyone sleeps together in large spaces with authentic Japanese flooring. Your daily price features a wonderful traditional evening feast. Furthermore, we run fun afternoon workshops where younger guests can learn how to make Japanese paper art!

D Budget Baths

Are you traveling with a small amount of money? We offer fantastic low prices, making it a very affordable stay for younger explorers. Despite the cheap cost, you can still bathe in our beautiful natural hot water pools and enjoy a delicious, authentic Japanese evening meal.

E Whispering Trees

Set deep in a peaceful woodland, far away from any noisy city roads, this is the perfect relaxing escape. Visitors will love our beautiful outdoor bathing areas filled with natural thermal water. At night, you will experience a fantastic sleep on traditional grass mats in your room.

F Mountain View Inn

Enjoy incredible views of the mountains from our thermal bathing pools. Our famous restaurant serves incredible traditional evening meals that you will never forget. Please note that there are absolutely no buses or trains nearby, so visitors must rent a private car to reach us.

G Forest Modern Hotel

Surrounded by completely quiet woods, this hotel offers a magical natural escape. Guests can spend hours relaxing in our warm outdoor spring water. However, we have replaced all our traditional flooring with modern carpets and standard Western-style beds to provide maximum comfort for our visitors.

H The Historic Retreat

Step back in time at this beautiful historic property. You will sleep peacefully in authentic rooms featuring classic woven floors. In our dining room, you will be served an incredible multi-course local supper. Because we are a quiet retreat, we only accept adult guests over the age of eighteen.

Reading 3

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find highway stays.

There are descriptions of eight motels for road trips.

Decide which motel would be the most suitable for the people below.

1   Leo is driving late and needs a desk that never closes. He wants to leave his vehicle directly in front of his room to carry heavy bags easily. He’s craving a quick burger from a place just a short walk away.

2   Maria is travelling with a tight budget and her small dog, so she needs an inexpensive place that welcomes animals. She also wants to grab a quick, cheap slice of pizza from a takeaway close to the property.

3   The Clark family wants to unload their car straight into their bedroom. After a long journey, they need a relaxing swim in an outdoor pool. They prefer a peaceful location surrounded by trees, far away from noisy highways.

4   David and his children are arriving past midnight and need staff available to let them in. They require a spacious family suite with multiple beds, and want to eat a complimentary morning meal before hitting the road again.

5   Emma is a student trying to save money on her trip. She prefers to park her motorbike right by her window for safety. She also wants a place where she won’t have to pay extra for her morning coffee and toast.

Motels for Road Trips

A Highway Haven

Whether you pull in at midnight or dawn, our front desk team is always awake to welcome you. Guests love that they can drive their cars straight up to their entrances for easy unloading. If you are hungry after driving, there is a popular quick-service burger restaurant just across the street.

B The Happy Hound Motel

Don’t spend all your holiday money on a bed! Our low prices make us a favorite for travelers, and we happily accept guests with furry friends. While we don’t have a restaurant, you will find plenty of convenient fried chicken and pizza shops right on the corner for a fast meal.

C Forest Rest Stop

Escape the loud traffic at our peaceful, green location hidden in the trees. You won’t have to carry your luggage far, as all rooms allow you to leave your vehicle exactly by your front door. Guests can also enjoy relaxing in our fantastic outdoor swimming area after a long drive.

D Moonlight Lodge

It does not matter how late your journey takes you; our entrance hall never locks and staff are always ready. We offer massive accommodation options that easily fit large families. Before you continue your travels, enjoy our fantastic warm morning buffet at no additional charge in the dining area.

E Sunset Value Rooms

We offer some of the most affordable nightly rates along the road, perfect for careful spenders. Every guest gets a parking bay positioned directly against their room wall, keeping your transport secure. Best of all, we provide a lovely morning selection of bread, cereals, and hot drinks completely free.

F City Edge Inn

Our reception team works all night, so late arrivals are never a problem. We are located near several amazing takeaways where you can grab a quick bite. However, please note that we are a multi-story building, so you must leave your car in the central lot and use the stairs.

G Speedway Sleep

Pull your car directly to your room window for simple unpacking at this convenient stop. We feature a lovely swimming area where you can relax your tired muscles. Because we are situated exactly on the busy main highway, it can get quite noisy, but it is great for quick departures.

H Morning Star Motel

Travelers on a strict budget will absolutely love our fantastic, low-cost rooms. Everyone appreciates our complimentary hot morning meal, which gives you plenty of energy for a long day of driving. Please ensure you arrive early, as our front office closes at nine o’clock and late entries are impossible.

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