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Business travelers: taking a new look at B&B’s
Business travelers often don’t even consider bed-and-breakfasts but perhaps they should, suggests a new study.
Most of 1,332 B&Bs in 49 states say they provide many of the services and amenities business travelers seek, according to BedandBreakfast.com.
“Most provide at least five of the following business-friendly features: free Wi-Fi, a desk in a guest room, copying service, fax service, online booking, and corporate or single-occupancy rates,” reported USA TODAY.
Almost all allow late check-in and early breakfast times.
BedandBreakfast.com, which reviews B&Bs and books reservations, sent the survey to 5,000 innkeepers at USA TODAY’s request.
“Dozens of thoughtful extras make many B&Bs ideal choices for business travelers,” said Sandy Soule, editor of the website.
Said Kevin Matthews, general manager of the Boston Yacht Haven:
“A lot of business travelers are looking for something different than a traditional hotel. After a hard day of business, a lot want to relax, and they like the homey feel and the tranquility of our lodging by Boston Harbor.”
One advantage hotels have over B&B’s is that they often offer frequent-stay programs, which few B&Bs have.
Across the USA, says B&B trade group Professional Association of Innkeepers International, there are about 20,000 B&Bs and inns licensed by local governments. That compares with 48,000 hotels.
The average daily room rate at a B&B last year was $159, and the average room rate for the lodging industry was $97, the Professional Association of Innkeepers International says.
Report by David Wilkening
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