Blog Post 1 - Serviced Accommodation

“Real estate is no longer just about location — it’s about experience. Those who create memorable stays will own the future of hospitality.”

— Inspired by Chip Conley (Airbnb Strategic Advisor)

🏡 What Is Serviced Accommodation —

And Why It’s Booming Across the UK

In recent years, Serviced Accommodation (SA) has become one of the most attractive and fast-growing sectors within the UK property market.

Whether you’re a contractor working away from home, a family relocating to a new area, or a leisure traveller looking for comfort and flexibility — serviced accommodation is redefining the way people stay.

🔍 What Exactly Is Serviced Accommodation?

Serviced Accommodation refers to fully furnished, short or mid-term rental properties that provide the comfort of a home combined with the convenience of hotel-style services. Often it's called AIRBNB.

Think of it as your “home away from home”, but with professional management and everything ready upon arrival — from Wi-Fi and kitchen appliances to towels and weekly cleaning.

Guests can move in with just their suitcase, enjoy total privacy, and often pay less than a comparable hotel stay, especially for longer bookings.

👷 Why It’s So Popular Among Contractors, Relocators, and Families

1. Contractors

With projects often lasting weeks or months, contractors prefer serviced apartments over hotels because they offer space, privacy, and cost-efficiency. They can cook, relax, and feel at home after work — all while staying close to job sites. I can't imagine myself staying in a hotel room for more than 2-3 days, unless I want to feel like a sardine :)

2. Relocators

When individuals or families are relocating to a new city or waiting for their new home to be ready, serviced accommodation provides flexible stays without long-term commitments. It’s ideal for bridging the gap between moving out and moving in. We hosted many relocating families, especially with their pets, so serviced accommodation was an ideal option for them.

3. Families:

Families love the comfort, security, and practicality of serviced accommodation — having a full kitchen, multiple bedrooms, and living space makes travel much easier, especially with children. Hard to blame them, there's not much to do in a hotel room (apart from jumping on beds) so they choose serviced apartments and houses with amenities suitable for children.

💡 How COVID-19 Changed the Market Forever

The COVID-19 pandemic played a major role in reshaping travel and accommodation preferences across the UK. During lockdowns, hotels faced strict limitations, while serviced apartments remained operational — offering self-contained, safe, and private spaces that complied with health guidelines.

As a result, both business and leisure travellers discovered the advantages of serviced accommodation, accelerating its growth and transforming it into a mainstream choice.

Even now, post-pandemic, guests continue to choose serviced properties for the extra space, independence, and reliability they offer.

🚀 A Market That Continues to Grow

With increasing demand from both corporate and private guests, the serviced accommodation sector continues to expand rapidly across the UK.

From city centres to regional towns, more property investors and management companies are entering this space — offering guests high-quality, fully managed stays that deliver comfort, value, and peace of mind.

There are also landlords who don't like the idea of serviced accommodation and that's great - market still needs residential landlords who choose the traditional rental model within private rental sector.

We choose to be in both markets, serving people who have various needs and requirements.

🏠 Final Thoughts

Serviced Accommodation has firmly established itself as a modern, flexible solution for today’s travellers and workers.

For guests, it offers the comfort of home.

For property professionals, it’s a smart, profitable strategy that continues to thrive in a changing world.

In the UK’s evolving property and travel landscape, serviced accommodation offers a solution for people who don't want to break the bank account on flexible accommodation solutions without compromising on their comfort.

Stay in the loop for our upcoming blogs about serviced accommodation's thriving market.