Types of accommodation
Previously we talked about how to get a good Accommodation. You may also want to read our post on Booking Accommodation online and by Email when choosing where to stay.
There are many different types of accommodations, with each providing various facilities and a different experience.
Here are different types of accommodation and their features
In this post, we will explain what Hostels, Guesthouses, Apartments and Hotels are like, and the types of facilities you may get at each.
Hotel
Most hotel provide private serviced rooms for guests with different budget and styles.
Hotels can offer the most facilities and come in different star levels, often from 1-5 with five being the highest. Star levels of hotels are often determined by the country and not defined by a worldwide authority, so what may be a five-star in one country, may only be a four-star in another.
Generally, a one-star hotel will be a basic room with the list facilities. There is unlikely to be a pool, bar or anything besides the room. As you go up the star levels the hotel will offer better features, furnishings and more facilities in your room and also around the hotel.
Please check what the hotel offers on booking.
Features of hotels
• Bedroom and bathroom
• Living rooms (suites)
• Restaurants and bars
• WiFi access
• Concierge, room-service, Laundry/Valet, doorman, front-desk, bar-lounge)
• Butlers, manservant, head servant, house boy
• Work Desks
• TVs with multiple channels, movies and more
• Room service
• Swimming pool
• Club and bar
• Conference hall
Resort
Resort is usually separated from the local community with restaurants, shopping, and other amenities on site. Resorts tend to be self-contained and come with all the facilities you need and can often be great for family holidays. They can sometimes be located in central places such as close to the local towns, as well as in more rural and isolated locations, which can be perfect to just get away from everything and for honeymoons.
Features of resorts
Here are some of the features you may get at resorts.
• Large pools, sometimes even multiple
• All-inclusive options which can include meals and drinks
• WiFi access
• 24-hour reception
• Gym facilities
• Classes such as Water Aerobics
• Excursion and activity options
• Well equipped rooms with private bathrooms, television facilities and more
Apartments
Apartments are great for longer stays or if you want to have your own space or cook. Many apartments come with great furnishings and facilities allowing you to settle down for as long as you need, might even come with their own pool allowing you to have your own private place to relax in the summer sun.
Features of apartments
• Modern and well equipped
• Bedroom, kitchen and living spaces
• Sometimes washing machines
• WiFi access
• Great for long stays
Motels
Motel is a single-story hotels in which motorists entered their rooms directly from the car park instead of through an inside corridor. Motels are not that expensive. Motel also refer to any low-cost hotel where rooms can be rented for as little as a few hours, it is common for motel rooms to incorporate mini-kitchens often fully equipped with utensils, cutlery and crockery for preparing your own meals.
Hostels
Hostels often provide the cheapest type of accommodation. They normally offer shared rooms with bunk beds, but some also have private rooms available. Often the amenities are shared and you don’t get towels or toiletries included.
They are normally very friendly and great for meeting new people, they are often in great locations and may even provide superior views compared to some of the top hotels in the area
Features of hostels
• Shared rooms and facilities
• No free toiletries
• Towels for a fee
• Affordable bed options
• Social atmosphere
• Free WiFi
• 24-hour reception
• Often good location
• Often used by younger guests
• Great for travelers wanting to connect
Inns
Inn is where local roadhouses which offered food, water, stables, drink and lodging at short, periodic intervals on the main horse and stagecoach roads. including some with no restaurant.
Guesthouses
provide private, serviced bedrooms for their guests. However, they are typically private residences and you will interact with your hosts and other guests, often eating together and sharing common spaces, Bed and Breakfasts.
Guesthouse have nice local furnishings, and will make you feel like their home is your home. Guesthouses may come with shared facilities like bathrooms and kitchens. You may get homemade food and even tours of the destination through guesthouses.
Features of guesthouses
• Homely environment
• Friendly staff, with them often being the owners
• Cooking facilities
• Fully equipped with a bedroom and living space
• Food options, including breakfast, lunch or dinner
• WiFi access
• Great for cultural stays
Ski-Chalets
Ski-Chalets are often referred to as a home with its well fitted interiors and structure of the properties.
Features of ski-chalets.
• Catering – including breakfast, afternoon cake and evening dinner
• Private bedrooms and bathrooms
• A cosy lounge to share with the group
• Balconies which might also offer fantastic views
• Wellness facilities such as a hot tub, sauna and sometimes a pool
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