The Perks Of Tropical Island Deluxe Accommodation

One of the most enduring aspects of the course western society has taken over the past few decades is the association of certain locations or activities with certain states of mind or standards to be expected.

A good example of this is the link between "fly-and-flop" holidays and luxury. In places such as a popular touristy beach resort or a tropical island, deluxe accommodation is very much the default type of lodging option for many tourists, with somewhat more affordable and potentially quainter options, such as hostels or private rentals, being somewhat overlooked in favour of the more luxurious options.

When spending a holiday on a tropical island, deluxe accommodation enables certain, very distinctive possibilities that many may view as perks. Some of the most common are listed below.

Infra-structures

Infra-structures (or facilities, if you will) are of course one of the main positive aspects about staying in a luxury hotel. After all, one of the nicer things about spending a holiday in a beach resort is being able to lounge by the pool all day, before retiring to the cool surrounds of an air-conditioned bedroom. These are amenities you will not find in the average bed-and-breakfast, and while a private rental villa may possess some of them, only in a luxury hotel or resort can you be sure to have them all in one place. As such, when spending a holiday break at an island or beach resort, the comfort-craving tourist will want to put this type of accommodation near the top of their priority list.

Full Board

While staying in tropical island deluxe accommodation may, at face value, seem more expensive than other types, tourists researching what type of accommodation to go for should consider the added costs that they will most likely incur in if they choose the cheaper type of lodging. At a luxury hotel, one or more meals will very often be included in the price of the booking, which may help them save quite a bit of money they would have otherwise spent on food and drink. Add to this the fact that many of these resorts and hotels boast gourmet on site restaurants, and it is clear that the added investment may be worthwhile.

Ease Of Access

On a tropical island, deluxe accommodation tends to be located centrally, close to the beach and all the main attractions. Opting for cheaper lodging, on the other hand, could prove a gamble, and visitors may well find themselves a good distance from the beach! It may therefore be better to ‘play it safe’, even if it costs a bit more, and be close to everything.

In the end, the choice of whether or not to book a luxury hotel comes down to the individual, and what they are looking for. The perks of doing so, however, cannot be overlooked, and should be taken into consideration when first making a decision.

Helen C. Edwards works for the Essential Hotel Collection. If you’re looking for superb tropical island deluxe accommodation, we offer a handpicked portfolio of privately owned hotels. We have an intimate knowledge of every property and can provide the perfect accommodation to make your island dreams a reality.

Writer and Online Marketing Manager in London.