Detailed Comparison of Extended Stay Hotel Chains Released by Biz-stay.com -- The First Online Resource of its Kind, Covering Over 2,000 Properties
In what is certain to be a valuable resource for travelers, relocators and the hospitality industry, Biz-stay.com has issued a comparison of room types, amenities, services, pet policies and loyalty programs at the 27 largest extended stay hotel chains in the United States and Canada.
Irvine, CA (PRWEB)) March 31, 2005 -- In what is certain to be a valuable
resource for travelers, relocators and the hospitality industry, Biz-stay.com
has issued a comparison of room types, amenities, services, pet policies and
loyalty programs at the 27 largest extended stay hotel chains in the United
States and Canada.
Extended stay is the fastest growing hotel segment in
North America. Extended stay chains all offer discounts for long stays, usually
beginning at 7 days, and feature "suites" with kitchens. They also have
self-serve laundry facilities. However, there are many important differences
across brands. The extended stay segment is relatively new, with little
standardization. Some hotels offer suites with one or two separate bedrooms,
while others have only one-room studios. Some provide complimentary hot
breakfast buffets and evening socials; others have only a vending machine. Some
feature business centers, swimming pools and 24-hour fitness rooms; others have
only a front desk - closed outside of business hours.
Biz-stay.com's
comparison matrix covers 19 key features, with extended stay chains ordered
according to typical room rate (http://www.biz-stay.com/home.cfm?page=extendedstaychains). The
information is continuously updated. It includes room types and amenities, for
example availability of high-speed internet access and VCRs. It also covers
property amenities, such as convenience stores. The tables also detail services,
such as dry cleaning and frequency of housekeeping. The information is
invaluable, given that long-term guests tend to be very particular about the
amenities available during their stay.
"There's a tremendous difference
between Residence Inn and InTown Suites," observed Kerry Knight, president of
Biz-stay. "Yet these are typically lumped together in the same category:
Extended Stay. It can be very difficult for travelers to locate a hotel that
suits their specific needs. And if someone is staying for 5 or 6 weeks, it's
critical to know in advance what they are getting. Without the Biz-stay.com
comparison survey, one would need to dig through each official website, and in
many cases call or email the individual properties directly. Now, travelers can
quickly determine which chains provide the amenities and services they need.
Likewise, travelers with only very basic needs can easily see where the most
economical rates are found."
About Biz-stay.com
For nearly five years,
Biz-stay.com (http://www.biz-stay.com) has helped business travelers and
relocators find extended stay accommodations. Biz-stay's global directory
includes over 10,000 listings of short-term corporate housing providers,
extended stay hotels, serviced apartments, suite hotels and vacation rentals.
Biz-stay.com connects travelers directly with sponsors' official
websites.
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