Choice Hotels has opened its 600th extended-stay hotel, but the bigger story is a rapidly expanding hospitality sector attracting Marriott, Hilton, IHG, Hyatt, Wyndham, and independent operators. Who actually lives in hotels for weeks or months, what does it cost, and why are hotel companies racing into this market? SOURCE: Choice Hotels Hits 600 Extended Stay Hotels as Competition Heats Up BY: eTurboNews
Hotel companies are expanding into extended-stay markets due to rising demand for flexible lodging options from business travelers and families.
Extended-stay hotels are commonly used by business professionals on long assignments, families relocating, or travelers needing temporary housing.
Costs for extended stays vary by location and amenities but often offer discounted rates compared to traditional nightly hotel bookings.
Choice Hotels' growth to 600 extended-stay locations intensifies competition, prompting other major brands to enhance their offerings in this sector.