Vacation Getaway Value
Staying at a B&B, Inn, Cottage or Hostel can offer a better value than staying at a hotel. Vacation getaway rentals can be located on stunning scenic properties, in classic restored historical old homes with antique furnishings or in trendy cultural downtown neighborhoods. The grounds may be manicured and offer unique inviting settings to relax and enjoy. Rooms can vary from cozy and efficient to luxurious. Guests staying at your property should be have exceptional memorable vacation experiences.
10 reasons to stay at B&Bs, Inns, Cottages or Lodges
1. Great Value
- B&Bs, Inns, Cottages and Lodges can offer a better overall value than standard hotel rooms.
- Accommodations are unique
- Customers receive much better personalized service
- Customer experiences tend to be more satisfying than hotel stays
2. Local Culture Awareness
- Your property has its own appeal
- As a local owner, you can offer useful advice to guests concerning the best things to do and see in the area
3. Personalized Guest Service
- With significantly fewer guests than a hotel, your visitors will receive a more personalized experience
- Making your guest feel special makes them want to come stay again
- You are dedicated to making sure your guests have comfortable = memorable stays
4. Private Retreat, Peace & Quiet
- B&B’s are less commercialized, more laid back and exclusive
- Guests are looking to getaway and enjoy a quiet relaxing reprieve from life in the fast lane
- Especially during non-peak days – promote this time to gain occupancy rates
5. Distinctive Living Quarters
- Your accommodations offer unique experiences
- Not all rooms look the same
- Staying within your relaxed living space, visitors will remember their vacation getaway adventures for years to come
- They will tell their friends and family an they will want to come back
6. Add-on Adventures
- Your B&B may be able to offer additional recreational activities included in bundled deals
- Depending on your region and your local alliances, guests may be able to enjoy discounts on hiking, biking, canoeing, tubing, golfing, skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling
- Or for example in NH, riding up the Mount Washington Cog Rail.
7. Cherished Romantic Getaways
- There is a trend for couples to seek out a change of scenery and enjoy romantic adventures
- You can cater to this passionate desire by offering bundled deals
- These may include pre-planned activities, special meals or day trips included in their stay
8. Lasting Memories
- The B&B getaway experience you facilitate will resonate with your guests for years to come.
- Guests remember unique accommodations and personal touches over traditional in-and-out hotel room stays
9. Unexpected extras
- You can offer extra special touches that facilitate more luxurious guest stays.
- High-quality beds, linens and robes.
- Chocolate covered strawberries and bottle of wine next to the handbook and maps
- Snacks or beverages made from local food sources are a few perks that you may want to offer
10. Robust Guest Security
- Fewer people come and go at B&Bs, Inns, and Lodges
- With less activity, owners and staff typically have more situational awareness
- B&B staff are able to quickly observe and manage unusual situations
As the vacation getaway owner, make sure you highlight some or all of these unique benefits within your online presence (social media, blog and Website.)