
alojamiento
ah-lo-ha-MYEN-toh
📝 In Action
El precio del viaje ya incluye el alojamiento.
A1The trip price already includes the accommodation.
Estamos buscando un alojamiento barato cerca del centro.
A2We are looking for cheap lodging near the center.
Hay muchas opciones de alojamiento en esta ciudad, desde hostales hasta hoteles de lujo.
B1There are many housing options in this city, from hostels to luxury hotels.
💡 Grammar Points
Using 'el' and 'un'
This is a masculine word. Always use 'el' (the) or 'un' (a) when talking about it.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Don't use 'Acomodación'
Mistake: "Using 'acomodación' when booking a hotel."
Correction: Use 'alojamiento'. While 'acomodación' sounds like the English 'accommodation,' in Spanish it usually refers to arranging things or eyes adjusting to light, not a place to sleep.
⭐ Usage Tips
The 'Traveler's Friend'
This is the perfect general word for any place to sleep. If you aren't sure if a place is a hotel, a hostel, or an apartment, just call it 'alojamiento'.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: alojamiento
Question 1 of 1
Which of these is the most natural way to say 'the accommodation' in a hotel context?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'alojamiento' formal?
It is neutral. You will see it on official websites like Booking.com, but you can also use it in everyday conversation when planning a trip.
Can I use 'alojamiento' for a long-term apartment?
Yes, although 'vivienda' is more common for permanent homes, 'alojamiento' can be used for any situation where shelter is provided.