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Book into Meaning in English

expression

ˈbʊk/ /ˈɪntu/, /ɪnˈtu/, /ɪntə
BUUK IN-too, in-TOO, IN-tuh
bˈʊk/ /ˈɪntʊ
BUUK IN-tu

Definition

To arrange to stay at a hotel or other accommodation by making a reservation or checking in.

Usage & Nuances

Commonly used for hotels or hostels: 'book into a hotel', 'booked into a room'. Usually about the reservation or check-in process. Not used for booking tickets or activities (use 'book' alone there). Informal and mainly in UK English.

Example Sentences

We booked into the hotel when we arrived.

basic

She will book into a hostel for the weekend.

basic

They booked into a small guesthouse near the station.

basic

I forgot to book into the hotel in advance, so there were no rooms left.

natural

After midnight, it's usually harder to book into places.

natural

You'll need your passport to book into the hotel.

natural