The hotels are the most popular choice of travelers for many decades. In the last few years the rental Airbnb are becoming more and more popular, however, the hotels still offer a number of advantages that make them a better choice for many travelers.

The last time, is observed not only in Greece – a big match-up between hoteliers and owners of Airbnb where the first request from the government to intervene in unfair competition that has been created, while the latter's claim that it is not apparent unfair competition, as the rooms Airbnb does not represent even 1% of the space.

In this article, I will stand in who's right and if you really have created uncontrollable situations in the field of hospitality. We will attempt to make a qualitative comparison based on the characteristics of the two types of hosting that both sides accept.

The hotels offer greater consistency and amenities

One of the biggest advantages of the hotel versus Airbnb is the consequence. When you reserve a room at a hotel, you know exactly what to expect in terms of amenities and services.

The hotels have a set of standard amenities, depending on the type of hotel – room service and breakfast to the gym, the pool and the spa.

This level of consistency and predictability may be particularly important for business travellers or those looking for a more traditional holiday experience.

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The customer service and the security is better in hotels

Another advantage of the hotel is the level of customer service. Hotels employ trained staff who are available 24 hours, 24 hours a day, seven days a week to assist guests with any issues or concerns that may arise, something that offers peace to travelers who are not familiar with the area or have specific needs.

The hotels also offer a higher level of security than most rentals Airbnb, as they have security personnel who implement strict policies for the safety of visitors. This can be particularly important for those who travel with valuable items.

Strict controls from EOT

The units are subject in compliance with the law guaranteed by the administration of the court of mechanism of EOT. The application of the rules of hygiene and safety in units Airbnb is without control. Which quality control relates only to the comments of the visitors who are not able to ensure an objective crisis through rules.

It is indeed cheaper Airbnb;

As for pricing, the hotels may be more expensive than the rental of Airbnb, but often offer packages and deals that make them more affordable. Moreover, many hotels offer loyalty programs and rewards for repeat customers, which over time transformed into cheaper options.

The hotels also offer a higher level of cleanliness than most rentals Airbnb, as they have staff that cleans and disinfects the rooms on a regular basis, offering peace to the travelers who are concerned about the hygiene of the space, a concern that has increased to a large extent after the period of the pandemic of Covid-19.

One of the biggest benefits of a hotel is the ability of a luxury experience through specialized amenities, like the spa, the massage rooms, or restaurants. This is the kind of amenities that make the visitor feel that it really is more of a vacation than a home away from home.

We could say that as a cost, the Airbnb is actually cheaper. However, the cost – benefit analysis for a hotel that provides so many amenities, it is a better quality and offers more value to a visitor. 

In conclusion, while the rentals Airbnb have gained popularity over the recent years, the hotels continue to offer benefits that make them the preferred choice for many travelers.

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