You’re booking a holiday and you want to be sure to get the most out of your time off. Do you go for a hotel or for a holiday rental? Here we highlight the advantages of renting a private holiday home and we bust the myths. We hope this will inspire you to holiday in the property of your dreams!
Myth #1 – You are on your own with a holiday rental
Many guests are concerned that if things go wrong with a holiday rental booked on Search and Stay, then they are on their own and there is no backup to fix an issue. In a hotel you are safe knowing that there is always a manager on site. Not so. Holiday rentals are carefully managed by a team – from the owner to the rental agency and the booking platform. There is always somebody on hand to offer assistance and to make sure that you are 100% happy.
Myth #2 - Hotels have much higher standards
The holiday rental market has undergone something of a revolution in the last 15 years. Not only is it booming, but it has become a highly professional industry. Gone are the days of shabby furniture in a badly equipped house. Nowadays guests and owners have far higher standards. Search and Stay, only work with reputable holiday rental management agencies and vetted holiday rental owners. will only promote properties that they themselves have carefully vetted. Guest satisfaction is at the top of everyone’s list.
Myth #3 – Hotels are better for children
Whilst hotels can offer many different activities for children, a hotel room cannot compete with a private holiday rental in terms of space and freedom for your kids. When you have your own house, children don't need to worry about disturbing other hotel guests, whether they are playing football in the garden or messing about in the pool. Also, when you are choosing a holiday rental on Search and Stay, you can select one that fits best with your family’s interests – on the Great Ocean Road if you love swimming, snorkelling or surfing; or in Tasmania, if you prefer hiking and cycling.
Myth #4 - Hotels are cheaper
If your holiday is longer than a few days or if you are going away with a group of friends, then it is generally far more economic to opt for a holiday rental on Search and Stay Not only will you all be together in the same property you will also be able to self-cater and save money on expensive hotel restaurant bills. Plus it is a lot more fun to have your own place and the amenities all to yourselves!
Myth #5 – Hotels are more relaxing
What could be more relaxing than having your own, private, luxurious space? Whilst self-catering can appear like a chore, in fact, it gives guests a chance to really get to know the area where they are staying – visiting markets and meeting local suppliers, enjoying local cuisine and tailoring it to your own tastes. Plus there is the satisfaction of contributing to the local economy - living like a local
So now you can see through these groundless urban myths. Experience it for yourself and book a stay in one of Search and Stay's tempting holiday rental properties.
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