1. Chapter Nine
Lodging

2. Classification of Lodging Properties
Price
Function
Location
Particular market segment
Distinctiveness of style, offerings, or amenities
*It is important to remember that many types of hotels can fall
into more than one category

3. Types of Lodging Properties Hotels Classified By Price
Budget Hotels:
Room rates are the lowest for this type of lodging property. This type of hotel typically offer guestrooms only. There is little or no public space, no meeting or function space, and very limited food and beverage facilities, if any.
Midscale Hotels:
Room rates tend to be equal to or slightly above market area average. These hotels offer a wider range of facilities and amenities. There will be limited public space and meeting/function space with at least one food and beverage facility.

4. Types of Lodging Properties Hotels Classified By Price
Luxury Hotels
At the top of the price category are luxury hotels
These properties offer a full array of services and amenities, such as:
concierge service
several food and beverage operations
banquet facilities
full room service
recreational facilities

5. Types of Lodging Properties Hotels Classified by Function
Convention Hotels
Large hotels often with 500 or more guest rooms
They offer extensive meeting and function space
Food and beverage operations tend to be extensive: several restaurants and lounges, banquet facilities, and room service
Convention hotels are often in close proximity to convention centers and other convention hotels, providing facilities for citywide conventions and trade shows.

6. Types of Lodging Properties Hotels Classified by Function
Commercial Hotels
These hotels cater to the business traveler
In comparison to convention hotels, there is less public space and smaller meeting and function space, fewer food and beverage outlets, and limited recreational amenities.
Many of these hotels tend to be located downtown or near airports to accommodate their target market segment

7. Types of Lodging Properties Hotels Classified by Location
Location can also be used as a criteria for categorizing lodging properties
Examples of hotels categorized as such include:
Downtown
Suburban
Highway/Interstate
Airport
I-Drive/Attractions/Downtown/Airport/UCF (Orlando examples)

8. Types of Lodging Properties Hotels Classified by Market Segment
Corporate
Leisure
Association
Convention/Conference
Conference Centers
Resorts
Gaming/Casino Hotels
Health spa
Vacation ownership/Timeshare

9. Types of Lodging Properties Other Hotel Classifications
All-Suite Hotels
Extended Stay Hotels
Historic Conversions
Bed-and-Breakfast Inns
Boutique Hotels