SECRET HOTELS: Worth the risk?
The ‘Secret Hotel’ concept has always been an intriguing one for me – why on earth would anybody risk his or her entire holiday by booking anonymous accommodation – sites like SecretHotels.eu have made it their business to help supplement the information provided by booking agents – so I decided to do some research and book one for myself…
First, the largest initial benefit, the cost! I was able to book a 4*, well-equipped hotel, in Amsterdam, during peak season, for £80/night – that’s roughly 40% below the list price of standard hotel listings in the area.
While not providing me with the name, the booking agent did specify a general location, which is usually enough to workout if you’re going to spend much time travelling to the sights – I’m pleased to say that I was bang in the center of the city. Read more »




