Serviced apartments vs hotels – what’s best for you?

So, you’ve chosen a destination, arranged your travel, and now the only thing left to do is decide where you’re going to stay.

Hotels have long been the go-to option, but changing traveller habits and a demand for more options in 2024 are driving huge growth in the serviced apartment industry. What the difference is between aparthotels and hotels is also a common question for people looking at accommodations.

What Is The Difference Between Hotels & Serviced Apartments

To help make your decision a little easier, here we’ve broken down the key differences between hotels and serviced apartments.

Space to live

Entering a hotel room, you’ve come to expect a nice comfy bed and bathroom ready for you to freshen up and get a good night’s sleep. With serviced apartments though, one of their unique features is the additional space.

The clue is in ‘apartment’, with much more space to live than a traditional hotel room. Serviced apartments differ by brand and location, but with most you can expect a much more generous living area, including your own kitchen – elements you don’t traditionally find in hotel rooms.  

At CitySuites, our apartments are designed to be your home away from home. You have everything you need without venturing outside your room, or at most, your building. This way guests have more time to relax, safe in the knowledge that every last detail has been taken care of.

Dine where you desire

Few hotel rooms have more than a kettle when it comes to kitchen facilities, so you’re more likely to dine out or visit an on-site restaurant. Of course, many people stay at hotels specifically to visit restaurants in the area, so a lack of in-room facilities doesn’t necessarily pose a problem.

Staying in a serviced apartment, you have your very own kitchen. This gives you complete freedom to cook what you want, whether you want to cook up a culinary masterpiece or a late night cheese toastie. Increasingly more serviced apartments now offer on-site restaurants and café options as well.

How long are you staying for?

One thing to consider is how long you wish to book for. Most serviced apartments accommodate longer stays, with rooms featuring washing machines and more generous wardrobe space – perfect for a weekend getaway or longer.

If you’re looking for just one night’s accommodation though, a hotel may be the best option for you.

Group bookings

Once the number of people staying at a hotel creeps up to three or four, you would typically need separate hotel rooms. Adjoining rooms are often an option though, helping to avoid searching for friends and family across multiple floors and buildings.

Serviced apartments are better equipped at sleeping more people all in one place, with apartments often accommodating up to six people. This can make it much easier to enjoy your time together, especially with a young family.  

When staying at CitySuites, you can opt for adjoining rooms and enjoy the luxury of a double bathroom and added privacy whilst still being in close proximity to other members of your group.

What’s best for you?

Everyone wants something slightly different from their accommodation, so having more options on offer is certainly a good thing.

Of course, value for money is key. Some people are under the impression that serviced apartments cost an extortionate amount compared to hotels, but this isn’t usually the case. The vast array of amenities means you’re getting fantastic value for money. You’re even likely to save money, as you’ll never want to venture outside! 

Spend time researching your options. Whether it is a hotel, serviced apartment or other type of accommodation, it’s most important that you find the best place for you to enjoy and relax. Aparthotels are perfect for business needs, too. So if you need help with working from home, an aparthotel can often be the best place to choose.

From studio apartments to two-bedroom apartments, CitySuites has something to suit everyone. Find out more about the different accommodation options at CitySuites here, or discover our latest offers and deals here. 

Interested in speaking to someone to discuss options for your stay? Please call 0161 302 0202 to speak to a CitySuites team member or email reservations@citysuites.com