Who doesn’t love a cheeky little business trip? A night or two away in a hotel, with a steak dinner and a few mid-week beers with your colleagues.
There’s a good reason why business travel is often sold to employees as a perk of the job. It can be a lot of fun. But that perk can soon turn sour when the accommodation workers are booked into doesn’t quite match the promise. Hotels are great for a day or two. However, there are better options than hotel living when life away from home becomes the norm for your employees.
The problem with hotels
It doesn’t matter how good a hotel is; a hotel room is primarily designed for sleeping in and not much else. If you work for eight hours and sleep for eight hours, the remaining eight hours is a long time to endure in a hotel room,
Sure, guests can watch TV from the comfort of their bed. Then, they can order room service and stare at their leftovers from the comfort of their bed. They can go to the bar and sit with other business travellers who are just not quite ready to go to bed. Living long-term in a hotel room isn’t really living your best life.
This problem is amplified if you send your employees to destinations where hotel accommodation is limited, geared towards tourism, or just not very good. Seriously – any hotel or guest house advertising hot and cold running water or tea and coffee-making facilities as a selling point (and there are still plenty of those dotted along the Lincolnshire coast) isn’t worth booking – especially when you value your employees.
Serviced accommodation: A more comfortable place to live
Thankfully, there are alternatives to hotel accommodation.
Serviced accommodation promises a much more comfortable experience for weary business travellers. This more homely experience is created by offering your employers a real place to live.
In this more comfortable living space, you’ll find en-suite bedrooms, a living room with sofas that you’ll actually want to sit on, and a fully equipped kitchen. A kitchen will free your workers from the unhealthy lure of food delivery companies—or at least allow them to enjoy their Chinese meal on a plate and make sure there are a few cold ones in the fridge.
Your kitchen: The heart of any home
At Coppergate SA we believe the kitchen is the beating heart of our serviced accommodation properties in Grimsby, Cleethorpes and Doncaster. Even if your employees want to avoid cooking for themselves, a fully-equipped kitchen is essential to modern living. Great days start with coffee in the kitchen. The promise of a cold beer or a glass of wine straight from the fridge might get them through a tough day at work. Fancy some beans on toast? Good luck getting that at any time of the day in your budget hotel. With their own kitchen, the option is always there.
Five reasons why every business traveller needs a kitchen
Having access to a kitchen in serviced accommodation is a game-changer for many business travellers. Here are five reasons why staying in service accommodation with a kitchen is preferable to staying in a hotel:
1. Freedom and Flexibility
The primary advantage of having your own kitchen in serviced accommodation is the freedom it provides. Unlike hotels where mealtimes are dictated by restaurant opening hours, a kitchen empowers business travellers to eat when and what they want. This flexibility is particularly valuable for business travellers with dietary restrictions, specific meal preferences, or unusual work patterns.
2. Cost Savings
Eating out at hotel restaurants will quickly inflate travel expenses, especially for extended stays. A kitchen allows guests to shop for groceries and prepare meals at a fraction of the cost of dining out.
3. Health and Dietary Considerations
Having access to a kitchen is essential for health-conscious travellers or those with specific dietary requirements. It can be challenging to find suitable options on restaurant menus, especially for those with allergies, food intolerances, or special diets. A kitchen allows guests to take control of their meals, ensuring they are prepared according to personal preferences and dietary requirements.
4. Local Cuisine
Cooking in your own kitchen opens up opportunities to explore local markets, grocery stores, and speciality shops. Immersing yourself in the local food scene by shopping for ingredients and trying regional recipes can be a delightful cultural experience. If your employees are staying at a Coppergate SA property in Grimsby or Cleethorpes and enjoy seafood, we’ll be happy to point them in the direction of a quality local fishmonger.
5. Comfort and Convenience
A kitchen adds a layer of comfort and convenience to a stay. It provides a comfortable space, allowing guests to relax and unwind in a private setting. Whether brewing a fresh cup of coffee in the morning, preparing a midnight snack, or storing leftovers for later, having a kitchen enhances the overall comfort of serviced accommodations.
Give your employees a real choice
Having access to a kitchen in their serviced accommodation gives your employees a choice. They can balance restaurant visits with home-cooked meals, making dining a part of their travel experience rather than a necessity.
To check availability or book high-quality serviced accommodation with access to a fully-equipped kitchen in Grimsby, Cleethorpes, and Doncaster, contact the team at Coppergate Serviced Accommodation today.
