Reasons To Choose an Apartment Hotel for a Short-Term Stay
Many travelers associate apartment hotels with extended stays. But not all properties mandate lengthy bookings, making them increasingly popular with travelers seeking short-stay accommodations. These lodging options offer standout benefits, from flexibility to cost savings. An apartment hotel can be a great choice for a short-term stay, with its full kitchen, separate living area, and more space and privacy than a typical hotel.
What Is an Apartment Hotel?
An apartment hotel is a type of lodging that blends the services of a hotel with the space and amenities of an apartment. Like a hotel, it offers conveniences such as scheduled housekeeping and flexible stay lengths. Unlike a traditional hotel room, an apartment hotel unit typically features a full kitchen, on-site laundry facilities, and separate living and sleeping areas, giving guests space, flexibility, and the comforts of home.
The Benefits of Booking a Short-Term Stay at an Apartment Hotel
A typical short-term hotel stay lasts between one night and a few days. While apartment hotels are often associated with week-long stays, some don’t require a minimum booking. This can provide big advantages for short-term guests.
The benefits of booking a short-stay accommodation at an extended-stay hotel include:
More Space
While the average U.S. hotel room offers roughly 330 square feet of space, apartment hotels tend to be substantially larger. At stayAPT Suites, for example, our King Room Suites offer nearly 500 square feet of space, while our Double Queen Suites provide more than 500 square feet. Both feature a dedicated living room, a full-size kitchen with full-size appliances, and a separate bedroom, giving short-term guests plenty of space.
Added Privacy
With separate bedrooms, bathrooms, and living rooms, apartment hotels provide an added level of privacy for guests. If someone needs to change clothes or would like to rest, finding solitude is as easy as stepping away to the sleeping area. Our unique unit layout even puts a kitchen, bathroom, and hallway between the main living space and the bedroom, which features a desk and chair so guests can work quietly and separately when needed.
Comfortable Living Areas
Most travelers understand the drawbacks of the combined living and sleeping space in a typical hotel room. Even family gatherings can be awkward with no real living room furniture to relax on. Dedicated living areas, such as those found at stayAPT Suites, provide comfortable seating and space to spread out — while allowing anyone in the bedroom to rest undisturbed.
A Well-Equipped Kitchen
For guests looking to dine in, a full kitchen expands their options beyond takeout and delivery. For example, the full-size, eat-in kitchens at stayAPT Suites feature:
- Full-size appliances, including a refrigerator, four-burner stove, oven, dishwasher, and microwave
- Dishes, silverware, glassware, cookware, and cooking utensils
- A large center island with seating, providing the perfect place to enjoy home-cooked meals
Cost Savings
Budget-conscious travelers can seize savings by staying in an apartment-style hotel. Nightly rates are comparable to those of traditional hotels, and reduced prices and weekly rates may be available for longer stays. By taking advantage of kitchen amenities or on-site laundry, guests can avoid the additional costs often associated with short-term stays.
Increased Flexibility
Apartment hotels provide flexibility that goes beyond in-room meal preparation and other home-like comforts. For example, many properties — including stayAPT Suites — have pet-friendly policies that allow guests to bring their four-legged family members along. Need to stay longer than planned? If your department date changes, an apartment hotel can adjust your checkout to accommodate the difference, which may not be possible at an Airbnb, Vrbo, or other short-term vacation rental.
On-Site Amenities
Apartment hotels may provide more amenities than typical hotels. For example, the amenities stayAPT Suites offers for weekly and nightly guests include:
- An on-site fitness facility with a treadmill, an elliptical cross-trainer, a stationary bicycle, free weights, and a weight bench
- An on-property laundry facility, open 24/7 for easy clothes washing
- An outdoor courtyard with a built-in grill station, a fire pit, seating, and dining tables
- Free parking
Book a Short-Term Hotel Stay at Our Apartment-Style Hotel
At stayAPT Suites, we don’t require guests to book a minimum number of nights. Whether you’re in town for just one night, a week, or even longer, you can stay at our apartment-style hotel and enjoy the comforts of home during your time away. Explore all of our locations today, then book your trip and get ready to enjoy the advantages of our comfortable long- or short-stay accommodations.