1. SELF-CATERING ACCOMMODATION
1.1. The term self-catering refers to all those types of accommodation in which people have to do their own cleaning, shopping and cooking. Generally, all self-catering properties are supplied with HOUSEHOLD.
1.1.1. Appliances
1.1.1.1. equipment such as cutlery and crockery
1.1.2. Holiday Rented Properties
1.1.2.1. are most suitable for families with children, older people, larger groups and they are rented on a weekly basic
1.1.3. Studios
1.1.3.1. are small flats that combine living room, bedroom and kitchenette into one single room
1.1.4. Apartments
1.1.4.1. come with kitchen, living room and at least one bedroom
1.1.5. Cottages and Bungalows
1.1.5.1. are usually located in coastal or rural settings
1.1.6. Chalets and Cabins
1.1.6.1. are more common in mountain areas
1.1.7. Houseboats
1.1.7.1. excellent for tourists that enjoy cruising
1.1.8. Home Exchange or House Swap
1.1.8.1. two parties agree to swap their homes for a set period of time thus saving on accommodation
2. Can be divided into two categories:
2.1. HOTEL
2.1.1. are generally run independently or hotel chains to provide the same quality standards, facilities and service throughout the work. There are different types of hotel
2.1.1.1. Budget Hotels
2.1.1.1.1. no frills services, no catering facilities
2.1.1.2. Resort Hotels
2.1.1.2.1. are usually luxurious hotels located near holiday attractions, such as: beaches, mountains or theme parks
2.1.1.3. Boutique Hotels
2.1.1.3.1. are smaller than standard hotels, and set in unique locations
2.1.1.4. Airport Hotels
2.1.1.4.1. located inside or very close to an airport area. They often provide a free shuttle service from/ to the airport
2.1.1.5. Business and conference hotels
2.1.1.5.1. are a very profitable sector, so many hotels rend to specialise in this sector and they offer wellness and spa centres, shuttle services, leisure and sports facilities...
2.1.1.6. Eco-Hotels
2.1.1.6.1. use eco-friendly materials: renewable sources of energy and trend to limit the impact on the environment and protect the places
2.2. GUEST ACCOMODATION
2.2.1. Many tourists enjoy guest accommodation as they think that it is an opportunity to fully immerse them selves in the local culture and traditions of the place. There are different types of guest accommodation:
2.2.1.1. B&B
2.2.1.1.1. are establishment that can offer breakfast include in the room rate. The owners usually live in the house and prepare the breakfast and clean the room, etc...
2.2.1.2. Guest Houses
2.2.1.2.1. normally have more rooms than B&B and their owners don’t live there.
2.2.1.3. Serviced Apartments
2.2.1.3.1. offer the comfort, privacy and flexibility of a self-catering property, with the added benefits of many hotel-type services such as: room service, concierge, maid service and Internet access points