Types of  Hotels or Classification of hotels by their type

Hotels are classified by their type and the services they offer. The different types of hotels include luxury hotels, boutique hotels, resort hotels, budget hotels, and many more. Luxury hotels are known for their lavish amenities and high level of service, while boutique hotels are smaller and offer a more intimate experience.

ResortA hotel; usually located in a desirable vacation spot; that offers fine dining; exceptional service;... hotels are located in scenic locations and offer various activities and amenities to their guests. BudgetBudget is an operational plan for the income and expenditure of money for a given period. hotels are more affordable and offer basic amenities for travellers who are on a tight budget.

Another classification of hotels is based on their target market. Some hotels cater to business travellers, families, couples, and solo travellers. Business hotels are usually located in the city centre and offer facilities such as meeting rooms, conference rooms, and high-speed internet access.

Family hotels offer larger rooms and facilities such as swimming pools and playgrounds for children. Couples hotels offer a romantic atmosphere and amenities such as couples massages and candlelit dinners. Solo traveller hotels offer affordable rooms and provide solo travellers with the opportunity to meet other travellers and explore new places.

1. Types of  Hotels or ClassificationQuality rating given to the hotels. of Hotels: Size – Or number of rooms

Under 200 rooms

200 to 399 rooms

400 to 700 rooms

More than 700 rooms

The above categories enable hotels of similar size to compare operating procedures and statistical results.

2. Types of  Hotels or Classification of Hotels: Target MarketsMarket Segments that a property identifies as having the greatest potential and toward which marketi...

The hotel targets many markets and can be classified according to the markets they attempt to attract their guests. The common types of markets include business, airport, suites, residential, resort, timeshare, casino, convention and conference hotels.

Business Hotels: These hotels are the largest group of hotel types and they primarily cater to business travellers and are usually located in downtown or business districts. Although Business hotels primarily serve business travellers, many tour groups, individual tourists, and small conference groups find these hotels attractive. GuestDefinition of Guest in Hospitality Industry: A guest is the most important person in any business. A... amenities at business hotels may include complimentary newspapers, morning coffee, free local telephone calls, Breakfast, etc. 

Airport Hotels: These types of hotels typically target business clientele, airline passengers with overnight travel layovers or cancelled flights, and airline crews or staff. Some hotels might give free transport between the hotel and the airport. Some Airport hotels also charge the guest by the hour instead of normal daily night charges. 

Suite1) A guest room with a parlour/living area in addition to a sleeping room and perhaps a kitchenette.... Hotels: These kinds of hotels are the latest trend and the fastest-growing segment of the hotel industry. Such hotels have a living room and a separate bedroom. Professionals such as accountants, lawyers, businessmen, and executives find suite hotels particularly attractive as they can work and entertain in an area beside the bedroom.

Extended Stay Hotels: Extended stay hotels are somewhat similar to suite hotels, but usually offer kitchen amenities in the room. These kinds of hotels are for long-stayers who want to stay more than a week and do not want to spend on hotel facilities. 

Serviced Apartments: Serviced Apartment / Residential hotels provide long-term or permanent accommodation for Guest. Usually guest makes a lease agreement with the hotel for a minimum of one month up to a year. Rooms generally include a living room, bedroom, kitchen, private balcony, washing machines, kitchen utensils etc. Unlike normal hotels Serviced apartments only provide weekly housekeeping service.

Resort Hotels: Resort hotels are usually located in the mountains, on an island, or in some other locations away from cities. These hotels have recreational facilities, scenery, golf, tennis, sailing, skiing, and swimming. Resort hotels provide enjoyable and memorable guest experiences that encourage guests to repeat to the resort.

Bed and Breakfast / Homestays: These are houses with rooms converted into overnight facilities, which can size up to 1 to 10 guest rooms. They are also known as ‘Home Stay’s’. The owner of the B&B usually stays on the premises and is responsible for serving breakfast to the guests.

Timeshare / Vacation Rentals: Another new type or segment of the hospitality industry is the timeshare hotels. These are sometimes referred to as ” Vacation-interval” hotels. Timeshare hotels are where the guests purchase the ownership of accommodations for a specific period. These owners may also have the unit rented out by the management company that operates the hotel. 

CasinoA hotel that features legal gambling; with the hotel operation subordinate to the gambling operation... Hotels: Hotels with gambling facilities are called Casino Hotels. Although the food and beverage operations in the casino are luxurious their functions are secondary to and supportive of casino operations.

Conference and Convention Centres: These types of hotels focus on meetings and conferences and overnight accommodation for meeting attendees. They also provide a video conferencing facility, audiovisual equipment, business services, flexible seating arrangements, flipcharts, etc. These hotels are mostly located outside the metropolitan areas and have facilities like golf, swimming pools, tennis courts, fitness centres, spas, etc.

Pension or guesthouse: These are very popular with tourists not want the large hotel with many facilities they may never use but are looking for a more personal place to stay that will cost less and have a ‘home from home feeling.

City HotelA Hotel or Inn may be defined as an establishment whose primary business is providing lodging facili...: City hotels are used by business travellers and tourists alike. Often tourists require a hotel in the center of the city, convenient for sightseeing, and not necessarily expensive, whereas the business traveler will also need a convenient location but may need a hotel with relevant facilities.

Motels: Motels have enjoyed an increase in their business in recent years as the increase in private car owners has materialized. A motel is a hotel mainly for motorists and located conveniently near a major motorway.

3. Types of  Hotels or Classification of Hotels: Levels Of Service

World-class serviceA level of service which stresses the personal attention given to guests. Hotels offering world-clas...: These are also called luxury / Five Start hotels, they target top business executives, entertainment celebrities, high-ranking political figures, and wealthy clientele as their primary markets. They provide upscale restaurants and lounges, ValetLaundry attendant who receives and delivers guests laundry., concierge services, and private dining facilities. 

Mid-Range ServiceA modest but sufficient level of service that appeals to the largest segment of the travelling publi...: Hotels offering mid-range or otherwise 3 to 4-star hotel service appeal to the largest segment of the travelling public. This kind of hotel does not provide elaborate service and has adequate staffing. They also provide uniform service, food and beverage room service, in-room entertainment and also Wi-Fi, etc. 

Budget / Limited Service: These hotels provide clean, comfortable, safe, inexpensive rooms and meet the basic needs of guests. Budget hotels appeal primarily to budget-minded travelers who want a room with minimum services and amenities required for a comfortable stay, without unnecessarily paying additional costs for costly services.

4. Types of  Hotels or Classification of Hotels: Ownership and Affiliations

Independent / SingleA guest room assigned to one guest/pax. In beverage operations; a drink prepared with the standard m... Owner Hotels: They do not have identifiable ownership or management affiliation with other properties. An example of the same would be family-owned and operated hotel that is not following any corporate policies or procedures.

ChainChain is a group of hotels that follow standard operating procedures such as marketing; reservations... hotels: Hotels that are part of a hotel chain and these kinds of ownership usually impose certain minimum standards, rules, policies, and procedures to restrict affiliate activities. In general the more centralized the organisation the stronger the control over the individual property.

In summary, the classification of hotels is based on their type and target market. Each type of hotel offers a unique experience and caters to different needs and preferences. When choosing a hotel, it is important to consider the type of hotel that will best suit your needs and budget.