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MICRO PERSPECTIVE OF TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY
MODULE 3: Accommodation Sector
Accommodation Overview
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Definition: Accommodation refers to lodging for travelers, providing
shelter, storage, and amenities
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Brief History of Accommodation
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Originated in Sumeria and Egypt due to traders needing temporary
lodging
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Tremont House (Boston, 1828) introduced modern hotel innovations
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Growth led to the development of major hotel chains (Hilton, Marriott,
Hyatt)
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All-Inclusive Resorts: Include lodging, meals, and activities
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Casino Hotels: Focus on gambling (e
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, Las Vegas)
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Luxury/Deluxe Hotels: High-end, opulent accommodations (e
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, Burj
Al Arab)
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g
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Resort Hotels: Found in beaches, ski areas, deserts, theme parks
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Capsule Hotels: Compact sleeping spaces, common in Japan
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Hostels: Budget-friendly shared rooms, common among students and
backpackers
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Motel: "Motor Hotels" catering to road travelers
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Factors Affecting Room Prices
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Events or conferences happening nearby
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Property quality and service level
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Type of room and included meals
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Franchise Model – A person or company owns the hotel, but they pay
to use a well-known hotel brand’s name, system, and support
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(The owner runs the hotel but follows
brand rules
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They operate on their own without a famous brand name
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(The brand
runs the hotel for the owner
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2 Stars (40-55%): Expanded amenities, more comfort
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4 Stars (70-85%): Upscale services, refined atmosphere
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Philippine National Accommodation Standards
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Governed by the Department of Tourism (DOT)
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Minimum requirements (m): Needed for specific classifications,
failure results in downgrading

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