régler la note
To check out of a hotel in French is régler la note, which means to settle the bill.
régler la note is the standard way to describe paying your account before you leave a hotel.
Which one should you use?
If you mean the act of leaving the room rather than paying, use libérer la chambre.
Did you know?
- In some French hotels, the process of régler la note is traditionally handled by a concierge, a role that historically evolved from the person who kept the keys to the building.
- While régler la note is used for hotels, in a French restaurant you are more likely to ask for l'addition, which specifically refers to the itemized list of things you consumed.
- If you use the word régler in a different context, such as régler un problème, it means to 'resolve' a problem rather than paying it.
Examples in context
- Il est temps de régler la note et de partir.It is time to settle the bill and leave.
Example conversation
Manon and Gabriel are at the hotel reception desk.
- ManonBonjour, nous souhaitons régler la note.Hello, we wish to settle the bill.
- GabrielBien sûr, Manon. Votre séjour était agréable ?Of course, Manon. Was your stay pleasant?
- ManonOui, tout était parfait, merci Gabriel.Yes, everything was perfect, thank you Gabriel.
- GabrielMerci. Voici votre reçu.Thank you. Here is your receipt.
