check-out time
/ˈtʃɛk.aʊt taɪm/
Meaning
This is the time by which you must leave your hotel room and pay your bill on the day of your departure. It is typically in the morning (e.g., 10:00 AM or 11:00 AM). If you stay past this time without permission, the hotel may charge you an extra fee.
Examples
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What is the check-out time tomorrow morning?
What is the check-out time tomorrow morning?
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The hotel has a strict check-out time of 11:00 AM.
The hotel has a strict check-out time of 11:00 AM.
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We asked for a late check-out time because our train leaves in the afternoon.
We asked for a late check-out time because our train leaves in the afternoon.
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If you miss the check-out time, they might charge you for another day.
If you miss the check-out time, they might charge you for another day.
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Our check-out time was at noon, so we had plenty of time to pack.
Our check-out time was at noon, so we had plenty of time to pack.
Common Mistakes
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✗ We must leave the hotel before the check-out limit.
✓ We must leave the hotel before the check-out time.
The correct and natural term used globally by hotels is 'check-out time.'
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✗ Can we have a delay check-out?
✓ Can we have a late check-out?
Use the standard phrase 'late check-out' rather than translating literally from other languages.
Related Expressions
Practice
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Since our flight is tonight, we requested a late ___.
💡 The time you must leave your hotel room.
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check-out time
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The ___ is 10:00 AM, so we need to wake up early.
💡 The deadline to vacate your hotel room.
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check-out time