While Airbnbs seem to be all the rage these days, there are some who prefer the convenience of a hotel and others who prefer the traditional hospitality of a bed & breakfast. If you’re not sure which is right for you, consider these things:
Personality
If you like privacy…
If you’re someone who enjoys their privacy when they’re staying at a “home away from home,” you may want to opt for a hotel. You’ll get your own private room and bathroom, no one to disturb you, and the freedom you want.
If you like to socialize…
If you’re someone who likes to make friends, try staying at a bed and breakfast. These types of places are meant to join strangers (and travelers) together for more of a social environment.
Preferences
If you like uniformity…
Like when everything is consistent and in its place? Then hotels are the right place for you. From hallways to decorations to room layouts and more, you know what you’re getting into when you book a hotel room.
If you like variety…
Many times, bed and breakfasts are in an actual home and all of the accommodating rooms are different sizes with different decor and different amenities. If you like trying something different, check out a b&b.
Sleep Habits
If you’re a night owl…
If you love being out on the town until late at night (or even the wee hours of the morning), you’ll like the freedom you get with booking a hotel room. You’ll be able to go in and out of the hotel at any hour.
If you’re a morning person…
Since bed & breakfasts are small and are meant for a more communal style of travel, they often come with a curfew when you need to be inside for the night (often not a problem for most morning people).
Interests
If you love history…
You’ll find a lot of bed & breakfasts (especially those in historic cities like Charleston or Boston) that are in buildings with a history behind them and a story to tell, making them all the more interesting for someone who loves history.
If you’re a foodie…
Hotels aren’t quite known for their authentic, home-cooked meals, so if you call yourself a foodie, you’ll likely enjoy the comforting breakfast that bed & breakfasts have to offer. Some even have wine happy hours with homemade appetizers or snacks.
Kids
If you have kids…
Some bed & breakfasts are kid-accommodating while others aren’t, so if you’re traveling with kids, make sure you check with the bed & breakfast you’re interested in. Hotels, on the other hand, are usually very kid-friendly.
If you don’t have kids…
If you’re not traveling with kids or if you’re looking for a weekend away from them, you may want to opt for a bed & breakfast. Many are geared toward adults and are great for a romantic getaway.
Setting
If you’re in a big city…
Big cities are always hustling and bustling, making them the perfect setting for a hotel.
If you’re in a small town…
Small towns, on the other hand, offer a quaint and quietness, which is where a bed & breakfast fits in nicely.
