Staying in a luxury short stay apartment can be the ideal solution for many of those finding themselves away from home – whether tourists visiting a city, employees being sent to a different location, or business travellers wishing to get the right accommodation to suit their needs.
There’s a wide range of apartments to suit all requirements, and each offers so many benefits compared to staying in a hotel.
While both can offer exclusive locations, there are things a serviced apartment can offer that are absent in hotels.
The service apartments in Central London are known to provide the comforts of home, such as comfortable bedrooms for a restful sleep, kitchen and dining room, lounge, laundry facilities, and all the modern amenities that make a stay a pleasure rather than a chore, which can be the case with some hotels.
This, more often than not, may also be true to other locations popular worldwide.
A quick online search would point you to serviced apartments in your preferred location.
It is worth noting that there are also responsibilities to consider when renting a short stay apartment, such as the following:
- If staying for just one night, or up to a month, it is imperative to understand the full terms and conditions while knowing exactly what you receive in return for the rental payment. If there is wording that you do not fully understand, then ask before affixing your signature to the agreement. Certain quality short stay apartments also include a concierge service, so an answer to your question is never far away.
- You must check that the dates are correct on any rental form, to cover yourself from extra payment or from being responsible for any damage to the apartment caused by a previous stay if the date is earlier than when you arrive.
- Ensure you understand the maximum occupancy of the accommodation. In London, you will find a Mayfair serviced apartment that can provide up to 10 people with 4 bedrooms – ideal for a company wishing to rent one for traveling business employees and are extremely useful to negotiation in relaxed privacy.
- While the previous point offers possibilities, it is important to fully understand and comply with the house rules. For instance, does the apartment prohibit smoking? If it is fully serviced with cleaning included, be aware of when it will take place.
- Are all fees included? Again, a great reason to fully read any agreements is that there are no nasty surprises on departure; the same with any cancellations. Will you still be liable for charges, and can the stay be cut short if necessary?
- Find out about the security on offer. Has it got a video entry phone system? How do you access the property after a walk around one of the stunning nearby parks? Where do you collect any keys or cards?
- What happens if there is an accident during the stay which causes damage to items or a person? Who is liable, and does the agreement cover everything?
- Do you get a parking space and where exactly is it, so that no rules are contravened by using up the spaces allocated to another apartment.
Staying in a luxury short stay apartment is a wonderful experience, but always ensure you are aware of the rules of the property, and you know exactly what is included in the price.