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Wi-Fi has become a standard amenity offered by many luxury and budget hotels. After all, free Wi-Fi is arguably the most desired service requested by travelers in most establishments.<\/span><\/p>\n

However, <\/span>accessing the hotel\u2019s wireless network<\/span><\/a> from your guest room, conference center, or common area is not always a guarantee. Hotel internet may not be available on Wi-Fi no matter how much you try to connect. <\/span><\/p>\n

This is mainly because most hotels use secure Wi-Fi networks<\/a> that require you to log in via a custom sign-in page. Unfortunately, this may not be possible on some devices and mobile phone browsers.<\/span><\/p>\n

In this post, we\u2019ve compiled a few proven fixes to help you get around the problem.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Hotel<\/b>Select the Correct Wireless Network<\/h3>\n

You may not be able to <\/span>connect to your hotel\u2019s Wi-Fi<\/span><\/a> simply because you chose the <\/span>wrong wireless network<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Check your phone, laptop, or tablet settings to confirm whether it is connecting to the correct network<\/a>. If the hotel\u2019s Wi-Fi is open, it should pop up in the wireless network options.<\/span><\/p>\n

Sometimes you may have to search for the hotel\u2019s network if it does not automatically appear in your phone\u2019s list of available Wi-Fi networks.<\/span><\/p>\n

Then again, most hotels use secure wireless networks, meaning you may have to create an account on your device to access the internet. The establishment <\/span>will then provide <\/span>login credentials to help you connect to their wireless network.<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n

Obtain Wireless Network Name and Password<\/h3>\n

As stated earlier, most hotels use secure networks instead of open or public Wi-Fi. With a secure wireless network, guests have to create a temporary account and log in to access the internet. <\/span><\/p>\n

Ensure you obtain a network name and password at the front desk or reception to access the <\/span>hotel\u2019s internet.<\/span><\/p>\n

Recommended reading: <\/strong>How to Make Hotel Wi-Fi Faster? (Ways to Speed Up Hotel Wi-Fi)<\/a><\/p>\n

Please note that some hotels limit the number of devices that can connect to a particular network at any given time to avoid compromising the quality of the internet connection. <\/span><\/p>\n

Allowing too many gadgets to connect simultaneously can <\/span>slow down Wi-Fi<\/span><\/a> and affect bandwidth.<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n

Disable Third-Party DNS Servers<\/h3>\n

The Domain Name System is essentially the phonebook of the internet. It stores records of your previously visited sites. <\/span><\/p>\n

Whether it\u2019s a Google DNS or Open DNS, using third-party DNS servers can prevent your device from accessing the hotel\u2019s internet because of conflicting IP addresses. You must therefore disable DNS and attempt to connect again.<\/span><\/p>\n

Here are the steps to disable DNS in Windows:<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. Right-click the network icon on your PC<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Select Open Internet and Network Settings<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Click Network and Sharing Center<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. Click your connection name<\/span><\/li>\n
  5. Select Properties<\/span><\/li>\n
  6. Click Internet Protocol Version 4<\/span><\/li>\n
  7. Select Properties<\/span><\/li>\n
  8. Choose Automatic IP address to use default DNS servers<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    Here are the steps to disable DNS on your Android:<\/span><\/p>\n

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    1. Open settings<\/span><\/li>\n
    2. Tap Advanced<\/span><\/li>\n
    3. Select Private DNS<\/span><\/li>\n
    4. Choose Automatic IP address<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Depending on the phone\/tablet model, the location of this option could be different. On Samsung phones, for example, you have to go to Settings<\/strong> > Connections<\/strong> > More Connection Options<\/strong>. <\/span><\/p>\n

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      Use a Different Browser<\/h3>\n

      Your device might fail to connect to the hotel\u2019s internet because <\/span>of incompatibility issues caused by your browser.  <\/span><\/p>\n

      To connect to your hotel\u2019s Wi-Fi, you may have to sign in via a pop-up page that appears on your device. You also need to accept the \u201cterms and conditions<\/a>\u201d to access the internet. <\/span><\/p>\n

      If your browser is not optimized to open the login page, you won\u2019t sign in, leading to internet connectivity issues.<\/span><\/p>\n

      Changing your browser can help solve this issue. Ideally, you should install a browser optimized for mobile devices to avoid similar problems in the future whenever you visit your favorite hotels.<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n

      Use Your Laptop as a Wireless Hotspot<\/h3>\n

      Since it is easier to connect to a hotel Wi-Fi<\/a> by signing in from a PC, consider using your laptop as a wireless hotspot. The hotel\u2019s login page may not open easily on a mobile device but may do so seamlessly on a laptop.<\/span><\/p>\n

      The best part is that turning your PC into a wireless hotspot is quite straightforward. You can either use the built-in Windows mobile feature that comes with your computer or opt for a third-party virtual router software.<\/span><\/p>\n

      Here are the steps to set up Windows PC as a mobile hotspot:<\/span><\/p>\n

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      1. Press the Start button<\/span><\/li>\n
      2. Select Settings<\/span><\/li>\n
      3. Go to Network & Internet<\/span><\/li>\n
      4. Select Mobile Hotspot<\/span><\/li>\n
      5. Choose the Internet Connection you want to share<\/span><\/li>\n
      6. Select Edit and enter a new network name and password<\/span><\/li>\n
      7. Click Save to confirm changes<\/span><\/li>\n
      8. Turn on Share my internet connection with other devices<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        How to Create a Mobile Hotspot in Windows 10<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n