In tourism & hospitality, complimentary means: Given free of charge by a hotel or business, often as a courtesy or as part of good service.
In Turkish: ücretsiz, ikram, bedelsiz
How it is used
Sounds more elegant than free in hospitality: complimentary Wi-Fi, a complimentary upgrade, a complimentary drink. A complimentary room is given free, for example to a tour operator's staff or a VIP. Inside the hotel it is often shortened to comp.
Example sentences
We'd like to offer you a complimentary bottle of wine to welcome you.
Wi-Fi is complimentary in all rooms and public areas.
Common collocations
complimentary upgrade
complimentary breakfast
complimentary drink
complimentary room
complimentary Wi-Fi
Related terms
upgradeA move to a better room, seat or service than the one booked, either free of charge or for an extra payment.
amenitiesUseful or pleasant features and services a hotel offers, such as a pool, gym or free Wi-Fi; also the small items provided in rooms.
inconvenienceTrouble, difficulty or discomfort caused to a guest; the word is often used when staff apologize for a problem.
VIPShort for very important person: a guest who receives special attention because of their status, spending, loyalty or influence.
