Room Service
Learn simple English for ordering room service at a hotel. Practice useful vocabulary, read a short story, try a role play, and build confidence ordering food politely from your hotel room.
Room service words
order
I order a burger and a salad.
special
Today’s special is pasta with soup.
delivery
The delivery arrives in twenty minutes.
knock
The server knocks on the door.
server
The server brings the food to the room.
room number
She says her room number is 512.
front desk
He calls the front desk to ask for food.
tray
The food arrives on a tray.
bill
The bill comes with the food.
Ordering Room Service
Daniel feels hungry in his hotel room and decides to order room service using the menu.
He calls the front desk, speaks clearly, and politely asks about available meals and delivery time.
The staff member explains the specials and prices. She reminds him that service is available all night.
Daniel orders a burger, salad, and juice, then confirms his room number and payment method carefully.
Twenty minutes later, a server knocks, delivers the food, and wishes Daniel a pleasant evening .
Daniel enjoys eating comfortably, feels satisfied, and appreciates the convenience of hotel room service very much.
6 Questions
Where is Daniel when he feels hungry?
He is in his hotel room.
What does Daniel confirm after ordering?
He confirms his room number and payment method.
What does Daniel decide to do?
He decides to order room service.
How long does delivery take?
Delivery takes about twenty minutes.
What food and drink does Daniel order?
He orders a burger and a beer.
Why does Daniel appreciate room service?
Because it is convenient and comfortable.
Role Play: Room Service
Hotel Staff Good evening. Front desk. How may I help you?
Guest Hello. I’d like to order room service, please.
Hotel Staff Of course. What would you like to order?
Guest I’d like a burger and a salad.
Hotel Staff Certainly. Would you like a drink?
Guest Yes, please. Orange juice.
Hotel Staff May I have your room number?
Guest Room 514.
Hotel Staff Thank you. Your order will arrive in about twenty minutes.
Guest Great. Thank you very much.
Conversation
1. Do you often order room service when staying at a hotel?
2. What meals are usually available for room service?
3. Is room service expensive in your country?
4. What is your favorite food to order in a hotel?
5. Do you prefer breakfast, lunch, or dinner room service?
6. Do you check prices before ordering?
7. Do you usually tip the server?
8. Do you prefer eating in your room or at a restaurant?
Rodger has been teaching English for over 25 years to many kinds of students from young children to university professors. All the lessons on this website come from his real classes.