What does a guest expect for 120 euros a night?

The summer tourist season has kicked off with a surge in bookings, but it has also sparked heated debates over what guests expect when paying more than 120 euros per night for accommodation. On social media platforms, particularly Facebook, discussions have emerged around whether basic amenities such as toilet paper, laundry detergent, and clean dishwashing gloves should be considered standard in such-priced apartments. The conversation, which began with a user’s query, quickly evolved into a shared experience among travelers and property owners alike. According to reports from the Croatian portal tportal, which summarizes content from Fenix Magazin, the initial post received over 2,000 responses. Many guests emphasized that beyond a well-equipped apartment and pool, they expect a sense of hospitality and access to fundamental necessities for a comfortable stay. These include items like capsules for washing machines, trash bags, sufficient toilet paper, additional cleaning cloths for extended stays, and basic food supplies such as salt, pepper, sugar, oil, coffee, or tea. The author of the post argued that these small considerations significantly impact guest satisfaction and final reviews of accommodations. They suggested that a clean dishwashing glove, kitchen towel, detergent for washing dishes, broom, dustpan, and clearly written Wi-Fi password are all essential elements contributing to a positive guest experience. These minor details, according to the writer, can make a substantial difference in how guests perceive their stay. Guest experiences have been widely shared, with many highlighting specific instances of disappointment. One guest recounted receiving only half a used dishwashing glove upon arrival, sparking numerous similar comments. Others mentioned cases where there was insufficient toilet paper, trash bags, washing detergent, or other basic necessities. A family who stayed for one night reported being given just one roll of toilet paper and found no salt, pepper, oil, or dishwashing detergent available. Guests stressed that these are items they typically don’t bring with them on vacation and expect to find already in place. Despite the criticisms, the discussion wasn’t one-sided. Many guests also highlighted positive experiences with hosts who greeted them with coffee, drinks, fresh fruit, or local specialties. These personal touches often left the strongest impression and contributed to repeat visits. According to several participants in the debate, the difference between an average and excellent review is rarely tied to the size of the apartment or views of the sea, but rather to the feeling that the host had thoughtfully considered the guest's comfort during their stay. Property owners themselves have entered the conversation. One owner noted that the costs of maintaining rental properties have increased, while guest expectations have also risen. They expressed efforts to remain accessible and reported mostly positive interactions on both sides. This opens up broader questions within the entire region’s tourism sector: where exactly does the line lie between basic accommodation standards and the extra comforts guests expect for higher prices? So, what can one realistically expect for 120 euros per night? The answer isn’t clear-cut. Discussions suggest that guests at this price point generally expect spotless cleanliness, enough basic necessities, and the feeling that they won’t need to run to the store for essentials like toilet paper, trash bags, or washing detergent on their first day. For many, these small things determine whether they’ll rate their stay as average or recommend it to others.