If you’re coming to Bristol on vacation this year, you’re in for a treat. There are countless things to do around the city, and you’re sure to make memories that will last a lifetime. However, you’ll have to take a moment to consider where you’re going to stay.
You have two options to choose from. You can go with a traditional hotel, or you can choose serviced accommodation in Bristol.
Which one is right for you? Well, let’s compare the two.
Is Your Stay Short or Long?
This is a complicated factor to consider, because technically, you can stay at either option for a short period. Hotels are traditionally known for being amazing choices for one or two night stays, and serviced apartments have no problems with you only staying for a single night. This shouldn’t be your determining factor, but hotels have some instances when they’re just more efficient for a very brief stay. They’re built around that business model.
However, hotels aren’t even a practical choice for long-term stays. They typically want you out in less than two weeks. A serviced apartment will accommodate you for more than a year. So, if you plan on needing somewhere to stay for months, such as while attending college or going on a business trip, a serviced apartment is the clear choice.
How Many People Are in Your Party?
This is a big one whether your stay is a single night or six months long. Hotels are small, cramped, and hardly outfitted to support family-sized groups.
If it’s just you and a partner, you can likely get through a weekend without becoming uncomfortable in such a tight space. However, if you’re going to have three or more people, such as when you go on a family vacation, that cramped space will not be comfortable, and we highly recommend not using a hotel.
Serviced apartments are full apartments that include more than enough space for an entire family to live comfortably. Whether you’re in Bristol for the night, or you’re here for a few weeks, you’ll appreciate having the extra room to keep your family comfortable.
What’s Your Budget?
Serviced apartments are slightly more expensive than hotels. If you were to book each one for one night, you’d spend around $40 extra on the serviced apartment.
However, that’s not reflective of your real potential for savings.
Hotels tend to frequently offer promotional deals that allow you to stay at a very low price. This is to help them compete. If you won’t be in town long and it’s just you, this can be a great opportunity.
However, if you’re going to be staying a while, with or without a group, you can get a better deal with a serviced apartment. Serviced apartment managers frequently provide great deals to long-term guests.
Which one is right for you depends on your situation. However, the vast majority of situations will lean heavily in favor of serviced apartments.
