Hotels & accommodations

You'll spend most of your time abroad learning and exploring, but you should also know what to expect when you settle in for the night.

Hotels
Safety
A good night’s sleep is important, so travelers can count on safe, clean and comfortable hotels with private bathrooms. For travelers’ protection and comfort, our team regularly inspects hotels to determine whether they comply with EF’s standards for cleanliness, quality, and, most importantly, safety. When identifying hotels to work with, our team evaluates whether the properties meet local standards, including means of fire detection and alert as well as available emergency exits. EF also works with industry expert Argent Health and Safety as we regularly review and evaluate our hotel standards and selection process. Additionally, Field Directors conduct nightly checks at all hotels to evaluate compliance with key safety requirements.

What to expect
Please keep in mind that groups may not all be roomed next to each other and may be on different floors. Depending on your program choice, hotels may be located outside the city center.

Also, some common differences from North American hotels include:

• Rooms are usually smaller and have multiple single and/or shared double beds.
• Rooms seldom have air conditioning or televisions.
• Not all hotels have elevators.
• WiFi may not always be available or only accessible in the lobby.
• Please note: If your itinerary involves a Greek cruise, you’ll receive specific details about those accommodations later.