Is there a possibility of doing express check-out?
es-PRES-so — three syllables, stress on the second.
Ask the evening before if you have a very early departure and want to avoid waiting at reception.
'Espresso' (express) in hotel context means a quick departure by dropping the key in a box and receiving the bill by email. 'C'è la possibilità di' (is there the possibility of) is a formal way to enquire about a service. This is common in business hotels.
Posso lasciare la chiave nella buca?
Can I leave the key in the drop box?
Ask where the key drop is located for an early departure
Mi prepara il conto per stasera?
Can you prepare my bill for this evening?
Ask for the bill in advance so you can review it before leaving
Parto alle cinque. Come faccio?
I am leaving at five. What should I do?
Give the front desk enough notice to prepare express check-out procedures
Express or self check-out is increasingly common at Italian hotels, particularly those serving business travellers. The key drop box ('buca delle chiavi') is usually near the main entrance or lift. If paying by pre-authorised card, the hotel charges it automatically at check-out time.