typeshotels

Typeshotels is a term used to describe a framework for classifying hotels by typology and service model, intended to standardize comparisons and planning across the hospitality industry. It appears in academic and industry discussions as a way to group properties by common characteristics rather than by brand alone.

Key dimensions include service level (self-service, limited-service, full-service), branding status (independent versus chain), target market (business, leisure, family, extended-stay), location (urban, suburban, resort), and guest experience elements (design style, amenities, technology). Within typeshotels, typical categories discussed include budget-limited-service, midscale full-service, upscale lifestyle, luxury boutique, extended-stay, and resort properties.

Critics argue that typeshotels risk oversimplifying diverse properties and that definitions vary across regions and markets. Proponents see value in benchmarking, investment analysis, marketing strategy, and planning for new developments. In practice, typeshotels are used alongside traditional classifications such as star ratings and brand portfolios to describe a property's market position.