In plain English
This is a room set up for a pair to stay in. In most cases, the two people share one bed rather than having separate beds.
In context
In hotel listings and rate results, this label indicates a room type intended for two people, usually with one bed for both.
- Situation
- Booking hotels, reading room and rate labels, checking in, and using amenities
- What it communicates
- labels a room type in hotel listings and rate results.
Meaning limits
The term alone does not fix the exact sleeping arrangement beyond showing that the room is for two people and commonly has one shared bed.
Examples
“The couple booked a double room and shared one bed.”
“The lowest rate covers a double room for two adults.”