Serviced accommodation in the United Kingdom have weathered the prolonged pandemic and macro-economic problems. Compared to other hospitality sectors, serviced accommodation have shown good resilience and agility and they can be found in many gateway cities, such as Liverpool and York. Following the easing of lockdown restrictions across the UK, there’s an increase of constructions projects, requiring builders and contractors to find suitable accommodations.
With that in mind, we are going to take a look at some ways builders and contractors can find the best serviced accommodation around the UK:
Type Of Accommodation- when searching for serviced accommodation near your worksite, you need to know what type of accommodation you will need first. This will help you narrow down your choices and ensure that you get your team the best accommodation possible. While hotels are a popular choice for many industries, they can be more expensive and building trades typically require something more flexible. This can include serviced apartments or homes, which are perfect for longer stays or for larger groups of workers as it can be the most economical option as well.
Location- the next factor to consider when searching for serviced accommodation for your workers is the location. You want the accommodation to be as close to the project worksite as possible as this will make travelling to and from the site easier. It will also save your team valuable time as their commute won’t add hours to their day which can add up over the course of the project itself. Choose a serviced accommodation provider that offers accommodation throughout the UK so wherever the job takes you, you can be assured that you will have the serviced apartments you need, when you need them.
Price- price is another mitigating factor when choosing accommodation for your team. You want a budget friendly option, but you still want to stay close to the worksite. To help keep prices down, avoid hotels as a block of rooms can be incredibly expensive. By keeping the cost of your serviced accommodation down, you can offer lower prices on your services which can help you attract more clients and win more contracts.
Now that we know how to find serviced accommodation near your worksite, we are going to take a look at what you should look for when choosing serviced accommodations:
Security- security should be a priority when choosing any serviced accommodation. Good security is also important to prevent the spread of COVID-19 among occupants. Because access to serviced accommodation is more restricted than hotels, they appeal more to professionals.
Cleanliness- cleanliness is increasingly important in the current post pandemic situation. New strains of COVID-19 continue to emerge, requiring constant attention to cleanliness and hygiene. There must be staff who sanitise public areas regularly, such as restrooms, lobbies, and elevators. Proper cleanliness also the prevents the spread of vector-borne diseases.
Adequate Space- The accommodation should be spacious to ensure a relaxing and comfortable experience for the whole team. Each one of the trade accommodation that we offer is spacious and provides flexibility in the bedroom spaces to accommodate private rooms, twin rooms and triple rooms, without compromising your team’s space
Comfort And Convenience- compared to serviced accommodation, hotels can feel too industrialised and you will tend to have a generic experience. Choose serviced accommodation that can meet your requirements, such as close access to public transportation or located not too far from your construction project.
Making A Difference
Trade Stays has recently passed the 4000 property mark. This means that we will always have somewhere close to the project your team is working on that they can call home. We have also been nominated to provide accommodation to a team of 50 contractors working on an incinerator project near Loughborough. This will enable us to connect better with the industry while providing a comfortable, safe place for these workers to stay.
Get In Touch With Trade Stays
Rather than spending both time and money searching for accommodation, or Googling hotels, speak with the experts at Trades Stays and see how we can solve your serviced accommodation needs anywhere in the UK. Contact us today and receive a quote within 24 hours.
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