- WHAT IS A HOTEL?
- WHAT IS A HOMESTAY?
- WHY HOMESTAY IS BETTER THAN HOTEL?
- FAQs
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Homestay is better than a hotel. This is not only me saying that but there are many people who will choose a homestay over a hotel. If you don’t believe then you can ask anyone who has experienced living in both a hotel and a homestay or you can simply read this blog till the end to know why homestay is better than hotel. Before moving any further I just want to give you a clear idea about these two types of accommodations. No doubt, that homestays are noob when it comes to the reach of an accommodation in a society. Even so, lately they have gained their share of popularity especially among the students and the working class.
WHAT IS A HOTEL?
A hotel is an establishment of numerous rooms in a building providing accommodations to visitors for a shorter duration. The scenario in a hotel is very much professional and is kind of perfect in terms of services provided. They have a well trained staff to look after the visitors. A hotel can entertain hundreds of visitors at a time. They let you choose from a variety of the cuisine and serve you a luxurious experience. Which sometimes can cost you a fortune. The hotels make sure to provide you the best of their capacity.  Â
WHAT IS A HOMESTAY?
Homestay works on the same concept as bed and breakfast. A family converts some of the spare rooms in their house into an accommodation and makes it available for the visitors. Such a family is called the host as they are technically hosting a guest in their house. However the lodging is not free of cost, which is quite obvious. The cost of living in a homestay is cheaper than that of a hotel. The hosts also offer home cooked delicious meals and sometimes may add a separate kitchen for the visitors to use. Staying in a homestay is more like living with a family away from your family. You will miss your home but you won’t miss that homely feel.
WHY HOMESTAY IS BETTER THAN HOTEL?
In just a few points I will give you the view of why homestay is better than hotel.
1.) HOME-LIKE FEELING AWAY FROM HOME
In homestay you get to live with a family so are going to have a homely feel. You will get to have family dinners and those small talks as well. Homestay keeps you away from feeling alone. When you move away from your home being homesick is quite common. But in a homestay this feeling will go away gradually.
2.) DELICIOUS HOME COOKED FOOD
In hotels you will get a myriad of cuisine but nothing can beat the taste of a home cooked meal. And no one can deny this. You will have the taste of the local food which you can never get in a hotel no matter how expensive it is.
3.) GIVES YOU A CULTURALLY RICH ENVIRONMENT
When you live with the locals you get to observe their culture and ethics more closely. An experience which you definitely won’t get in any hotel. If you are lucky enough you may get a chance to be a part of their family functions and festivals.
4.) EXCEPTIONAL EXPERIENCE IN REASONABLE PRICE
Homestays are affordable. They are probably the best choice if you plan to lodge in for a longer duration. The experience that you get here is very different from that of a hotel. You are living with the locals, observing their day to day life, eating their food is certainly something that hotels can’t offer.
5.) DON’T HAVE TO TRAVEL THE BEATEN PATHÂ
When you live with the locals you get a better insight of the city. You don’t walk with the mob. The locals will help you discover the true colors of the city as a tourist. Whereas the hotels provide you the same package including the professional guide and popular, over crowded sightseeing and tourist attractions.
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CONCLUSION
The services provided by the hotels are close to perfection but there is no emotional touch to it. Whereas in a homestay you get a warm welcome from the host and home like ambience. So I would say if you are moving into a new city and going to stay for a longer duration you should try homestays. And see for yourself why homestay is better than hotel.
FAQs
Que- Is there a provision of pre-booking in homestays just like in hotels?
Ans- Yes, there are various authentic websites from where you can select and pre-book a homestay.
Que- Do I have to sign a rent agreement for lodging in a homestay?
Ans- No, but if you are going to stay for a longer duration the hosts may ask you to sign a contract regarding the charges and security. In any case make sure to understand the agreement clearly and keep a copy of it with yourself.
Que- Are room service and laundry services available in a homestay?
Ans- It depends on the host. Mostly homestays are cheaper than hotels so there will be a difference in the services provided. You get a home like experience in a homestay so you have to take care of some of your work. Â