Boutique name (Elysian, James, Shoreham)
Typically each is a unique location
Cool people working behind the desk
Small rooms with small bathrooms and minimal furnishings
The place to be seen bar and/or restaurant
Free Wi-Fi
Sleek contemporary lobby
Unstandard uniforms
Fun amenities including turn down service (homemade cookies are the best)
Stall showers and duvet covers
Personalized service I love boutique hotels. While most hotels are individually-owned, they follow the corporate umbrella so are very limited to what they can and cannot do. Not boutique properties. And they are not kid friendly. Shortly, we will see major chains launching their first chain of boutique hotels which will move the industry to yet another level. It’s exciting to watch; there is plenty here to learn. Happy Wednesday!