Why Stay in a Hotel When You Can Rent an Apartment?

It is no secret that vacation rentals have become increasingly attractive to travelers compared to traditional hotels. Today, more travelers than ever have stayed in a vacation rental as an alternative to a traditional hotel during the past two years. But what about you? Ask yourselves why a hotel when you can rent an apartment? Here are 4 benefits you will get if you choose to stay in an apartment on your next trip.

Staying in a home instead of a hotel gives you a more local experience…

If you want to experience the authenticity of a place, experience it like a local person. Renting an apartment in a true neighborhood is a straightforward way to feel like a local. Instead of staying in standardized hotel rooms, apartment rentals provide an opportunity for total immersion in another city. For instance if you are staying in a charming Parisian apartment, every morning you could hop over to the local boulangerie to get a fresh baguette or croissant for breakfast. You will begin to feel like you really belong in the city you have chosen.

Whether you're in a city or the countryside, renting an apartment, house, or villa can be a fun and cost-effective way to delve into Europe. A short-term rental is a great alternative to a hotel, especially if you plan to settle in one location for several nights. Options run the gamut, from French gîtes to Tuscan villas to big-city apartments in the heart of town. Prices vary depending on the season, size, location, and quality of the accommodation. For stays longer than a few days, you can usually find a rental that's comparable to — or even cheaper — than a hotel room with similar amenities.

Staying in an apartment gives you more space…

If confined hotel rooms are not your thing, you will welcome the additional space that apartments offer. Would you like to have extra rooms to unwind instead of being cramped up in one room. A vacation home can average 2000 square footage compared to 400 square footage for an average hotel room. You will realize very quickly how nice it is to come back after a long day of sightseeing to a home where you have extra space to lounge!

Vacation rentals are a great alternative to hotels; but there are plenty of great hotels out there. So now that you are aware of the benefits of vacation rentals, where would you prefer to stay on your next trip?