Business people are very important clients for hotels as they generally choose the most expensive rooms to make sure that they have all the comfort they need to get ready for a business meeting or a conference. If you’re a businessman or woman looking for an accommodation for your next meeting then here are some tips that should help you choose the best accommodation for your business trips.
According to a new study by Travel Leaders, the top five selections were: Location – near business meeting (82.8%), Rewards program – frequent guest points (54.4%), Free Wi Fi (31.4%), Location – near airport (17.7%), and Free breakfast (13.2%).
Business amenities
Make sure your hotel has a full choice of professional business services, such as: Internet, printer, fax and copying machine and phone service.
conference/Meeting Rooms
The best business hotels boast several top-notch conference rooms which are available for their clients’ use. Depending on if you will need meeting your or not, make sure you book your room ahead of schedule. These rooms are usually furnished with tables and chairs and either wired for Ethernet service or have Wi-Fi access.
Excellent Customer Service
Check-in and Check-out should be seamless. Staff should be well trained and efficient as this reduces the stress factor associated with long flights and a packed business schedule. Make sure to look at online reviews to see other people experiences with this particular hotel.
Hotel Breakfast
Eating breakfast at the hotel is convenient, but can be costly. Obviously take advantage if it’s free of charge.
Ask for Upgrades
You never know what you can get by simply asking for a free upgrade. This is true especially if you are a larger group, as they could be vying for your repeat business and eager to create a regular customer out of you.
Fitness Centre
The top business hotel will have a state-of-the-art gym. This facility can be quite useful as it will help the business person to de-stress and stay fit.
Parking
A good tip for choosing a hotel is to make sure that you look into whether the hotel has sufficient parking for its guests, and plan your trip accordingly. If there is no space to park, you might want to look into local public transport or alternative methods of getting to the hotel.
Location
Location is key and the best hotels are usually located close to or in the major business districts. They are strategically located close to transportation centers, restaurants and entertainment complexes. It’s a good idea to stay at hotels which are within walking distance of shops and restaurants. That way you’ll save money on cab fare and have much more flexibility at mealtimes.
Loyalty Programs and Frequent Flier Miles
If you travel a lot or if you’re a member of a frequent flier program, it may be worth your while to join a hotel loyalty program. Not only can you earn points toward a future hotel stay, but you may also be able to accumulate airline miles if your hotel is partnered with your frequent flier program.
Review
Lastly, compare you research with the criteria you formed earlier. Look if the accommodation you chose matches or at least covers most of the things you want. Afterward, Book it!
