Find a Place to Stay

Find a stay that works for the way you’re traveling.

SOLO

9/9/20263 min read

Solo traveler relaxing in a comfortable vacation accommodation.
Solo traveler relaxing in a comfortable vacation accommodation.

Traveling Solo?

Traveling alone means the stay only has to work for you. Think about how long you'll be there, how much time you'll spend at your accomodation and which conveniences are actually worth paying for.

The right stay depends less on what everyone else books and more on how you plan to use it.

Which Type of Stay Works for You?

Vacation rental with kitchen, dining area, and living space.
Vacation rental with kitchen, dining area, and living space.

Hotel

Vacation Rental

Apartment Hotel

Modern hotel room with bed and seating area.
Modern hotel room with bed and seating area.
Apartment hotel room with kitchenette and sleeping area.
Apartment hotel room with kitchenette and sleeping area.

The type of stay is only part of the decision. Think about which conveniences will actually make your trip easier—and which ones are worth paying more for.

May Work Better If You…

Want convenience, don't plan to cook, prefer staffed services, want a straightforward check-in, or are taking a shorter trip.

Best for:
Shorter stays · Convenience · Staffed services

May Work Better If You…

Want a kitchen, are staying longer, want laundry, need more living space, or prefer a residential-style stay.

Best for:
Longer stays · Cooking · More space

May Work Better If You…

Want a kitchen or more living space while keeping some hotel-style conveniences.

Best for:
Longer stays · Kitchen access · More space · Hotel conveniences

Think about what you'll actually use during your stay, then choose the option that gives you the right balance of space, convenience, and services.

Arriving late or unfamiliar with the area? A staffed front desk or straightforward check-in may be worth paying for.

Staying longer? Laundry, a kitchen or kitchenette, and additional living space may become more valuable.

Eating out most days? A kitchen may not be worth paying extra for if you won't use it.

Working during the trip? Reliable Wi-Fi and actual workspace matter.

Early flight? Airport access may matter more than being in the prettiest neighborhood.

Lots of sightseeing? A central location or nearby transit may be worth a higher nightly rate.

Planning downtime? A comfortable room, view, pool, balcony, or extra living space matters more when you'll actually use it.

What Will Make the Stay Easier?

Not every amenity is worth paying more for. Think about how your days will actually look and which conveniences could make the biggest difference.

Solo traveler at the reception desk of her accommodation.
Solo traveler at the reception desk of her accommodation.

Know what matters for your stay? Now compare your options using booking platforms that fit the type of accommodation you're looking for.

Think About How You’ll Use Your Stay

Ready to Search for Your Stay?

Start with the type of stay that fits your trip, then compare location, total price, amenities, and cancellation terms before booking.

Search Hotels

Hotel room with large windows overlooking a city.
Hotel room with large windows overlooking a city.

Ready for the convenience of a hotel? Compare location, recent reviews, amenities, cancellation terms, and the total price before choosing your stay.

Where to search:
Booking.com →
Trip.com →
Agoda →

Vacation rental with kitchen, dining area, and comfortable living space.
Vacation rental with kitchen, dining area, and comfortable living space.

Search Vacation Rentals

Want more space, a kitchen, laundry, or a residential-style stay? Compare the full property, location, recent guest reviews, fees, and cancellation terms.

Where to search:
Airbnb →

Apartment hotel with kitchenette, dining table, and additional living space.
Apartment hotel with kitchenette, dining table, and additional living space.

Search Apartment Hotels

Want more living space without giving up hotel-style conveniences? Look for apartment hotels or serviced apartments with the amenities that matter for your stay.

Where to search:
Booking.com →
Trip.com →
Agoda →

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