Call it a lifestyle, chic or intimate hotel and any of the three would be a perfect description for a boutique hotel. Perhaps this explains why boutique hotels are more appealing these days and have given established chain hotels a run for their money.
Unlike the more predictable and you know what you are going to get chain hotels, boutique hotels have been a global phenomenon since the 90s, given their refreshing hospitality propositions – personalised and attentive services, trendy and thematic rooms, and above all the wow factor that comes with every boutique hotel.
No two boutique hotels are alike – the experience, design or comfort and personally, the search for a new boutique hotel for leisure or business, has always been
an exciting experience.
Unlike bigger chain hotels, check-in at a boutique hotel has always been a breeze. There are no large tourist groups at the lobby and the smaller boutique hotels usually have more value-added offerings - small but essential extras like iPod stations and free Internet. Choosing newer boutique hotels also means a better viewing experience with the latest flat panel TVs.
Leading destinations like Bali, Bangkok, Hong Kong and Singapore have a wide range of boutique hotels in the affordable, mainstream and luxury categories. Popular and highly recommended hotels include Hansar Bangkok, The Luxe Manor Hong Kong, Bali Niksoma and The Scarlet (Singapore).
Travel Tips: small things come in great packages – consider a boutique instead of a chain hotel for your next business or vacation trip.
