The Hotel Industry’s Plan to Combat Airbnb

Re:The Hotel Industry’s Plan to Combat Airbnb by exodust on Monday April 17, 2017 @01:42PM (#14132878)

Exactly. The concern about lack of safety is paranoia at best. If the door locks, the smoke alarm is on, and power outlets not hanging from the wall, appliances in working order etc, then there's not much else to worry about.

For my recent Airbnb stay I couldn't fault it. Was more than I expected and great value.

I'm tired of over-priced hotels with boring rooms and mandatory daily room service. I want the option of not having my bed made and towels replaced every day. Stay out of my room until I check out!

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Re:The Hotel Industry’s Plan to Combat Airbnb by seangrogg on Monday April 17, 2017 @05:12PM (#14134463)

Most have "Do Not Disturb" / "Do Not Service" signs you can hang from the door to indicate that you're not interested in your room service being performed; often makes housekeeping's life that much easier.

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Re:The Hotel Industry’s Plan to Combat Airbnb by ghaff on Monday April 17, 2017 @05:12PM (#14134464)

A number of hotel chains will actually give you points if you decline cleaning these days--which I usually do.

And there are also "serviced apartments" that only clean once a week.

The savings aren't big but I do take advantage of tem.

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