15/05/2025
STAYCATION VS. HOTEL: KNOW THE DIFFERENCE BEFORE YOU BOOK 🏡
A Friendly Reminder for Our Valued Guests
Thank you for choosing to stay with us! Whether it’s for a relaxing break, a quick city escape, or some downtime with loved ones, we’re here to offer you a comfortable, affordable, and homey staycation experience. 🌿✨
But we also want to clarify something that’s often misunderstood: Booking a staycation unit (like ours) through Airbnb or similar platforms is not the same as booking a hotel.
We want to share this to help manage expectations and avoid misunderstandings.
WHAT TO EXPECT IN A STAYCATION UNIT (LIKE OURS):
✔️ Self-Check-In – We’ll send clear instructions, and you check in on your own via the guest registration code. We have no personal front desk but our condo's security officers will assist you.
✔️ A Fully Furnished Private Space – You get the entire space to yourself, complete with beds, bathroom, kitchenette, dining/living area, etc.
✔️ One-Time Set-Up – We provide fresh linens, towels upon arrival but there’s no daily cleaning or refills like in hotels.
✔️ A Home-Like Experience – It’s designed to feel like your own space, not a commercial hotel room. Cook, relax, and enjoy the unit like it’s your own mini home.
✔️ 24/7 Security with CCTV and Guards on duty to keep our place safe.
🚫WHAT WE DON’T OFFER (UNLIKE HOTELS):
✖️ No 24/7 reception or concierge
✖️ No daily housekeeping
✖️ No room service, buffet breakfast, or minibar
✖️ No valet or bell service
✖️ No hotel staff available around the clock
✖️ No instant replacements or on-demand maintenance (we assist as soon as possible within reasonable hours)
💰 WHY WE’RE MORE AFFORDABLE AND WHAT THAT MEANS:
We understand some guests expect “hotel-level” service just because they’re paying for a stay but it’s important to know: While we completely understand that every guest wants a smooth experience (we do too!), it’s important to understand how an Airbnb/staycation setup works.
We aim to make your stay enjoyable and stress-free, but as independent hosts, we don't have a full team or facilities like hotels do. That’s why we’re able to offer lower rates especially for longer stays or families/groups.
Think of it this way:
🛎️ Hotels = Service-Based Experience
🏡 Staycation Units = Space-Based Experience
You’re paying for an entire unit, not just a room but without the extras that make hotels much more expensive.
📝 BEFORE YOU BOOK:
✅ Please read the listing carefully to know what’s included
✅ Don’t hesitate to ask us questions if you’re unsure
✅ Set realistic expectations, we’re here to help, within our scope as hosts
💛 We truly care about your stay, and we do our best to make it smooth, clean, and relaxing. All we ask is mutual respect and understanding for the type of setup you're booking.
Thank you for supporting local hosts like us and helping keep staycations enjoyable for everyone
🙏�Let’s all travel smarter, stay kinder, and enjoy more ✨