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Making Reservations in Italian.

Marcus Barcroft

Learning to make reservations in Italian is great if you are a traveler. It helps you connect with locals, making your experience more genuine. Speaking the language also lets you enjoy Italy's delicious food and can be helpful in both personal and professional situations.

Overall, it boosts your confidence and independence while exploring a new place.

Let's dive in and explore the key phrases and expressions that will make the reservation process easier for you.

  1. The Basics phrases and vocabulary

Before diving into specific scenarios, let's start with some basic phrases and vocabulary that will be useful across various reservation situations.

Memorizing them will give you a strong start in any conversation.

  • Prenotazione - Reservation

  • Prenotare - To book/reserve

  • Vorrei prenotare…. - I would like to book/reserve….

  • Vorrei fare una prenotazione. - I would like to make a reservation.

  • È possibile prenotare un tavolo / una stanza? - Is it possible to reserve a table / a room?

  • Per quante persone? - For how many people?

  • Fino a che ora siete aperti? - Until what time are you open?

  • Per quando? - For when?

  • Quanti ospiti? - How many guests?

  • A che nome? - Under what name?

  • A che ora? - At what time?

  • Per quale data? - For which date?

  • Per quale giorno? - For which day?

  • Domani (tomorrow), dopodomani (the day after tomorrow), oggi (today), questo fine settimana (this weekend)

  • Per quale orario? - For which time?

  • Al mattino - In the morning

  • Nel pomeriggio - In the afternoon

  • Alla sera - In the evening

  • Accettate carte di credito? - Do you accept credit cards?

  • È possibile pagare con carta di credito? -  Is it possible to pay with a credit card?

  • Quanto costa per notte? - How much is it per night?

2. Booking a Table at a Restaurant

Italian cuisine is renowned worldwide, and no trip to Italy is complete without indulging in its culinary delights.

Here's how you can reserve a table at a restaurant:

  • Buongiorno/Buona sera! Vorrei prenotare un tavolo per stasera. - Good morning/evening! I would like to reserve a table for tonight.

  • Per quante persone? - For how many people?

  • Siamo in due/quattro/persone. - We are two/four people.

  • A che ora? - At what time?

  • Alle otto di sera, per favore. - At eight o'clock in the evening, please.

  • Va bene, a nome di Rossi. - Alright, under the name Rossi.

  • Grazie mille. - Thank you very much.

  • Perfetto. - Perfect.

3. Booking a Hotel Room

If you're planning to stay in Italy, knowing how to make a hotel reservation in Italian is essential.

Use the following phrases to secure your accommodation:

  • Vorrei prenotare una camera. - I would like to book a room.

  • Buongiorno! Vorrei prenotare una camera per tre notti. - Good morning! I would like to book a room for three nights.

  • Per quando? - For when?

  • Dal primo al quattro giugno. - From the first to the fourth of June.

  • Quante persone? - How many people?

  • Siamo due persone. - We are two.

  • Accettate carte di credito? - Do you accept credit cards?

  • Sì, accettiamo carte di credito. - Yes, we accept credit cards.

  • Posso avere il suo nome, per favore? - Can I have your name, please?

  • Certamente, il mio nome è Bianchi. - Certainly, my name is Bianchi.

4. Reserving Tickets or Tours

Italy is brimming with cultural and historical attractions, making it necessary to book tickets or tours in advance. Use these phrases to secure your spot:

  • Buongiorno! Vorrei prenotare due biglietti per il Colosseo. - Good morning! I would like to book two tickets for the Colosseum.

  • Per quale data? - For which date?

  • Per domani, per favore. - For tomorrow, please.

  • A che ora? - At what time?

  • Vorremmo la visita guidata delle 11 del mattino. - We would like the guided tour at 11 in the morning.

  • Va bene, posso avere il suo nome? - Okey, can I have your name?

  • Certamente, il mio nome è Rossi. - Sure, my name is Rossi.

To ensure that the reservation is successfully made, you may want to ask for confirmation.

Use these phrases to seek confirmation:

  • Posso avere una conferma per favore? Can I have confirmation, please?

  • Potete inviarmi una email di conferma? Can you send me a confirmation email?

  • Mi può confermare la prenotazione? - Can you confirm the reservation for me?

With these key phrases and tips, you're well-equipped to make reservations in Italian with confidence. Remember to practice and immerse yourself in the language as much as possible. The ability to navigate these conversations will not only enhance your travel experiences but also deepen your connection with the rich Italian culture.

 Buon viaggio e buona fortuna! (Bon voyage and good luck!)

My tips😊

  1. Practice often these useful and popular sentences for making reservations in Italian:

  • Vorrei prenotare un tavolo per [number of people] persone. (I would like to book a table for [number of people] people.)

  • Vorrei prenotare una camera per [number of nights]. (I would like to book a room for [number of nights].)

  • C'è disponibilità per stasera? (Is there availability for tonight?)

  • Potete consigliarmi un ristorante/hotel nelle vicinanze? (Can you recommend a restaurant/hotel nearby?)

  • Mi potete dare indicazioni sulla vostra posizione? (Can you give me directions to your location?)

  • A che ora apre/chiude il ristorante/l'hotel? (What time does the restaurant/hotel open/close?)

  • Avete un menu fisso? (Do you have a fixed menu?)

  • Accettate carte di credito? (Do you accept credit cards?)

  • Vorrei prenotare per domani sera alle [specific time]. (I would like to book for tomorrow evening at [specific time].)

  • Vorrei prenotare una camera con vista mare/vista sulla città. (I would like to book a room with a sea view/city view.)

  • Ho bisogno di una stanza non fumatori. (I need a non-smoking room.)

  • Vorrei prenotare un tavolo per una festa di compleanno. (I would like to book a table for a birthday party.)

  • Ho bisogno di una prenotazione urgente. (I need an urgent reservation.)

  • Vorrei confermare la mia prenotazione. (I would like to confirm my reservation.)

  • Ho una prenotazione a nome di [your name]. (I have a reservation under the name of [your name].)


    2. Remember to adjust the sentences according to your specific needs and preferences.

    3. Put these tips into practice, and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Italian hospitality!

Ciao! A presto!