The appeal of bed and breakfast
A bed and breakfast is the perfect type of accommodation if you are taking a short vacation and do not want to have to worry about yourself. A good B&B will offer you friendly service, nice rooms and home-cooked food. In addition, most of the time, these establishments are located in remote areas. This attracts tourists who want to escape the crowds.
Generally, each bed and breakfast you stay at will have a unique character, as most of them are privately owned. You often get more personalized service at these establishments, compared to a large hotel chain. Generally, this is because the owner will be more involved in the day-to-day running of the business and will want to ensure that all guests are well cared for.
Normally, the good thing about staying in a B&B, if you want to book your accommodation by phone, is that you can speak directly with the owner. This is much better than contacting the reservations desk of a large hotel. Talking to the owner will give you an idea of the level of service to expect before booking. You will also be able to find out more detailed information about the facilities of your establishment. This will allow you to make a more informed decision about where you want to stay.
However, it is always a good idea to search online for photos and reviews of the B&B you are considering. This way, you are less likely to have unpleasant surprises on your vacation, if the accommodation is very different from what you expected.
Often times, staying in a B&B allows you to see areas of a destination that tourists staying in larger hotels will miss. Be sure to find out what attractions and places of interest are near your guesthouse. It is useful to know the pubs, restaurants and cafes, as well as the walking and cycling routes, that are located near your accommodation. This will allow you to better plan your vacation and include any relevant items in your luggage for these activities, if necessary.
Better yet, the B&B owner will be very knowledgeable about the local area and will be able to recommend the best nearby attractions. Naturally, the owner will want to do this so that you will enjoy your time there and visit again in the future.
A quaint bed and breakfast has a certain charm that larger hotels simply cannot compete with. Despite their impressive facilities, large hotel chains cannot offer the personal touches, or distinctive atmosphere, that make staying in a good B&B such an unforgettable experience. If you really want to know a destination, booking a room at a reputable B&B will expose you to the kind of local knowledge that will make your vacation time that much more authentic.
