Hotel accommodations provide temporary paid accommodations as well as numerous other guest services.
Modern hotels rely heavily on marketing and advertising to attract guests, with many being listed on travel booking platforms as well as business directories online.
Rooms
Hotel rooms range from economy suites to expansive luxury suites, and hoteliers classify each based on occupancy, bed size, layout and in-room amenities provided. Categorization also supports marketing and sales strategies aimed at specific target audiences.
One way of communicating this message is through offering honeymoon suites; other room types could cater to families, singles, or business travellers as appropriate.
Hostels, dorm-style hotels and some bed and breakfasts offer overnight accommodations consisting of only one room; shared facilities like the bathroom, kitchen and living space may be provided as part of this arrangement. Such rooms may be classified as single, double or triple rooms.
Food & Beverage
Food and beverage (F&B) offerings in hotels play a pivotal role in guest satisfaction, contributing significantly to positive reviews and word-of-mouth recommendations that lead to new bookings.
An effective restaurant understands the needs of guests with different dietary preferences and restrictions, such as allergies or religious practices that necessitate special accommodations for customers.
F&B businesses can be immensely rewarding ventures within hospitality, yet require considerable amounts of both time and resources for proper operation. Furthermore, with food trends continually shifting and evolving over time, restaurants must adapt in order to remain successful.
Services
Hotel industry growth was explosive during the postwar economic boom, when incomes skyrocketed and paid vacations became feasible for millions of workers. Automobiles revolutionized business operations as motels provided basic accommodations and services tailored specifically for motorists.
Boutique hotels with unique themes and high-quality service have become increasingly popular, particularly those located in urban areas. Condo hotels which provide the convenience of vacation home living with hotel-like services have also experienced increased popularity in recent years.
Guest houses are privately-owned homes that have been converted to provide overnight accommodations. Many feature separate living and sleeping areas while others may be on the same property as the owner’s residence. Bed and breakfasts (B&Bs) are small hotels that specialize only in breakfast service.