Hotel Hello (Swinton, United Kingdom)

This is a non-smoking property which is great for those who don’t imbibe and can’t stand the acrid, stale smell of second-hand smoke.

It’s nice to know that even a budget hotel such as Hello has clean rooms and comfortable beds. If you are looking for a basic hotel in which to sleep, this is a good choice.

Most continental breakfasts feature cold pastries and warm juice. But here you’ll actually get a warm bacon or sausage and egg bun that’s hot and a bottle of OJ that’s cold.

Hello’s walls are thin and you can hear conversations and people walking about in the rooms beside, above and or below you. Be prepared for this as it can make for a less-than-quiet stay.

Bring your own toiletries, like shampoo, conditioner and body lotion when you stay here, as this hotel does not provide any of these things.

The front desk staff can be rude, which can be unpleasant, and housekeeping will bang on your door at a very early hour. If you don’t answer your door, they’ll keep coming back until you do.