hotell

Hotell is a lodging establishment that provides paid accommodation to travelers and guests. In Swedish and Norwegian usage the term corresponds to the English word hotel. Beyond a bed for the night, hotels typically offer a range of services such as 24-hour front desk, housekeeping, on-site dining, and often conference facilities, fitness rooms, parking, and concierge services. Rooms are usually en-suite and priced with various rate plans, sometimes including breakfast or other meals.

Hotels developed from inns and taverns in medieval Europe and expanded with tourism and rail and steamship travel in the 18th and 19th centuries. The modern hotel industry is characterized by standardized services, varying by market and classification systems such as star ratings. Hotel chains emerged to provide consistency across locations, while boutique hotels emphasize design, location, and individuality.

Common categories include budget, mid-range, luxury, boutique hotels, as well as all-inclusive resorts and extended-stay properties. Features often include 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping, room service, on-site restaurants or bars, meeting and conference facilities, Wi-Fi, and accessibility options. Some hotels specialize in business travel, others in leisure, wellness, or family travel, and many offer additional services such as spas, event planning, or shuttle transportation.

In the modern era, online booking platforms and review sites influence how guests select hotels and how properties price rooms. Loyalty programs, revenue management, and sustainability initiatives are important aspects of contemporary hotel operations, shaping guest expectations and competitive strategy.