A double room is a standard hotel accommodation intended for two occupants.
Word in 30 Seconds
- A hotel room designed for two people.
- Can feature one large bed or two separate beds.
- Commonly used in travel and hospitality contexts.
概述：双人房（Double Room）是住宿行业的基础房型，专为两名客人设计。在中文语境下，它既可以指配有一张大床的房间，也可以指配有两张独立床位的房间。
- 1使用模式：在预订酒店时，客人通常需要明确告知前台是需要“大床房”（One double bed）还是“双床房”（Twin room），尽管两者都属于双人房的范畴。使用时常搭配量词“间”，例如“订一间双人房”。
常见语境：该词频繁出现在旅游预订平台、酒店前台咨询、旅行社行程单以及商务差旅报销单中。在日常对话中，人们常问：“请问还有双人房吗？”或“我们需要一间双人房，住两晚。”
- 1近义词辨析：与“单人房”（Single room）相对，双人房的空间通常更大，设施配置也更全面。与“套房”（Suite）相比，双人房通常不包含独立的客厅区域，属于标准间范畴。在某些情况下，双人房也可以被单人使用，但价格通常按房间收费，而非按人头收费。
Examples
我帮您预订了一间双人房。
everydayI have booked a double room for you.
我们需要确认双人房的价格包含早餐吗？
formalDo we need to confirm if the double room rate includes breakfast?
这间双人房太小了。
informalThis double room is too small.
该酒店共有五十间双人房。
academicThe hotel has a total of fifty double rooms.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
双人房一晚多少钱？
How much is a double room per night?
我们要一间双人房。
We would like a double room.
Often Confused With
Refers specifically to a room with one large bed, whereas double room is a broader category.
Refers specifically to a room with two separate beds, often a sub-type of double room.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
The term is neutral and commonly used in all professional and personal hospitality contexts. It is the standard term used by hotel staff and travel agents. Ensure you clarify bed type if necessary for better service.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse it with 'two rooms', which means two separate units. Remember '双人房' refers to one room for two people. Do not use '两人房' as it is less standard in industry terminology.
Tips
Specify your bed preference clearly
Always clarify if you prefer a 'large bed' or 'two separate beds' when booking to avoid disappointment.
Check the room size before booking
Some budget double rooms can be quite small; check the square footage if you have large luggage.
Hotel room standards vary by region
In some countries, double rooms are strictly for couples, while twin rooms are for friends or colleagues.
Word Origin
The term is a direct compound of '双' (double/two), '人' (person), and '房' (room). It reflects the standard industry classification for occupancy.
Cultural Context
In Chinese hotels, the distinction between 'Double Room' (one bed) and 'Twin Room' (two beds) is very important for guests' comfort. Always clarify to avoid issues during check-in.
Memory Tip
Think of '双' as the number two and '人' as people. It literally means a room for two people.
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions不一定。双人房可能是一张大床，也可能是两张单人床，预订时应注意区分“大床房”和“双床房”。
可以的。单人入住双人房通常按整间房的价格收费，酒店不会因为只有一人入住而降价。
在很多酒店，“标准间”通常就是指双人房，两者在很多语境下是可以互换使用的。
你可以直接说“我要订一间双人房”，并进一步说明是需要大床还是双床。
Test Yourself
我们下周去上海旅游，打算在市中心订一间___。
“双人房”是完整的住宿单位，符合预订语境。
Score: /1
Summary
A double room is a standard hotel accommodation intended for two occupants.
- A hotel room designed for two people.
- Can feature one large bed or two separate beds.
- Commonly used in travel and hospitality contexts.
Specify your bed preference clearly
Always clarify if you prefer a 'large bed' or 'two separate beds' when booking to avoid disappointment.
Check the room size before booking
Some budget double rooms can be quite small; check the square footage if you have large luggage.
Hotel room standards vary by region
In some countries, double rooms are strictly for couples, while twin rooms are for friends or colleagues.
Examples
4 of 4我帮您预订了一间双人房。
I have booked a double room for you.
我们需要确认双人房的价格包含早餐吗？
Do we need to confirm if the double room rate includes breakfast?
这间双人房太小了。
This double room is too small.
该酒店共有五十间双人房。
The hotel has a total of fifty double rooms.
