All vacationers know that the level of service in a hotel depends on its classification. The system of “stars” can be a European or Asian-African point system, which is based on the Indian national system. It should be remembered that there is no single classification for assigning the number of “stars”. Each country has its own classification features. However, many requirements for hotels, depending on the “star” are almost the same. The main factors are individual living conditions, the number, and size of rooms, the level of service and service, the comfort and equipment in the hotel, etc. Certification of hotels can be carried out both at the national and international levels. The system of “stars” is used in European countries, as well as in Russia, China, and Brazil. It is not surprising that any person who is far from the world of tourism business can get confused by such unusual names as hotels, boats, flotels, chalets, B&B, apartments, and hostels, which represent a large selection of buildings for a good rest, depending on their destination. We bring to your attention a small overview of the terms that denote the types of hotels and hotels. Many types of hotels are not classified. These can be hostels designed for youth clientele, roadside motels used for overnight stays, guest houses, etc.
Hotel is a term that refers to hotels located in the city and in the city center. They offer travelers a minimum set of services for temporary residence and, as a rule, do not differ in high cost. A standard classification is applied to them – there are two, three, four, and five-star hotels. Therefore, if the hotel has 3 *, then it is better not to expect additional stars from it, this is service and rooms of an average level. This is the most popular type of hotel, where it is convenient to stay both during a sightseeing bus tour and during short-term business trips. It can be easily booked online even at the very last moment before the trip.
Categories of hotels provide a set of different services that are focused on families or families with children. Various options for entertainment, excursions, and activities, as well as a variety of travel and sightseeing. Five-star hotels are distinguished by their developed infrastructure and level of comfort, popularity, and proximity to the sea. They are always equipped with everything you need. Some of the rooms can be deluxe, and some can be standard. Before booking a hotel, it is better to familiarize yourself with its rules. In some hotels, you can only stay without pets.
Business hotels are specialized hotels that have their clients – business people because here you can find everything you need for comfortable work away from the office, negotiations, and conferences. Business hotels are most often located in major economic centers of business activity: for example, in cities such as Singapore, Shanghai, Hong Kong, New York, Moscow, Frankfurt, and so on. In addition to luxuriously furnished rooms, these hotels have their own conference rooms and a restaurant.
Resort hotels or resort hotels (from English resort – resort). On their territory, there is everything for a comfortable stay: swimming pools and fitness centers, tennis courts and sports fields, spas and rental shops, several restaurants, and their own bar, and cafe. a completely closed and autonomous system of organized recreation with a wide range of services for its guests. The disadvantages are isolation, and the inability to get to know the country, its people, and its culture.
Boutique hotels are 5 * hotels with chic style and design. The term “boutique hotel” first appeared in the 1980s in the United States, when the first hotels of this level opened. Today boutique hotels can be found in Barcelona, London, and Paris. In such hotels, the cost of living is very high, since they are located in the very center of resort towns. Very often, in order to create a unique atmosphere, hotels are located on the territory of old mills, abandoned factories, in aircraft hangars.
Apartments and apart-hotels. The apartments are rented out to tourists both for a long period and for a short period of time. They are most often apartments, less often – small villas, separate houses, or halves of a house with a separate entrance. It is important to understand that apartments and apart-hotels are different types of accommodation. Apart hotels operate on their own, or are located at hotels, but, as a rule, they are similar to hotels in their range of services. The essential difference between an apart-hotel and a regular hotel is the presence of a kitchen and the number of rooms. As a rule, they belong to budget accommodation options. In apartments, you can get a calculation at any time, unlike hotels and hotels. The apartments also have their own kitchenette for cooking.
Spa hotels are relatively recent in the world of tourism. They have everything for a “spa”: a wellness center, wellness and rejuvenation treatments, gyms and swimming pools, massage rooms, and comfortable rooms. You can find spa hotels with a relaxing atmosphere near thermal resorts, as well as on islands or secluded corners of the coast.