Homestay or apartment
Hotel rates are not equivalent to a monthly residential lease. Ask about cooking, laundry and guests.
Cold and damp weather
Test heating, hot water, windows and ventilation; ask how electricity is billed.
Access and paperwork
Check the road in rainy weather, internet at the actual room and clear deposit terms.
Practical checklist
- Compare a monthly lease with a hotel rate by included services.
- Test heating, hot water, ventilation and internet in the actual room.
- Ask how electricity is billed and whether rain affects road access.