The Value of a B&B
Australia
Vs Europe
A media interview: Petite Paris talks value of B&Bs in Europe compared to
Australia … & the costs faced by B&B operators in France.
Generally, do you think B&Bs are cheaper in Europe than Australia? Why is that?
We feel
that Europe generally does the whole 'B&B' better!
Absolutely! Australian boutique B&Bs are run closer and similarly to
'Hotels'; viewed like a business transaction with guests feeling very much like
a ‘customer’ and they are thus priced accordingly. Whereas in Europe, B&Bs
offer a more convivial welcoming and guests are treated like family members.
In Europe B&Bs are seen as more of a casual 'home stay'
environment one that is rich and culturally authentic, not just a place to
stay. Hosts of European B&Bs view their service as an opening on to the
world and love to meet travellers and show them their culture. B&Bs in Europe
present far better value, particularly ones that are like ours at petiteparis.com.au where guests lodge in 'real' homes of
'real' Parisians. Our hosts do not run their B&Bs like a business and are
not 'in it' for the money. They have 9to5 jobs and welcome guests as friends at
an affordable cost.
The
B&B accommodation service in Paris is very much supported and encouraged by
France Tourisme (empty apartment rentals being illegal unless registered as a
commercial space). This may influence the prices of French B&Bs to remain
quite low in Paris, seen as a cost effective, culturally richer alternative to
hotel.
We find
that B&Bs in Europe are generally cheaper than Australian B&Bs.
Australian boutique B&Bs can easily reach the $300 per night mark and
anything around the $120- $200 mark can mean a significant drop in quality and
atmosphere. Whilst there certainly are some B&Bs in Europe that are at
around $300 (such as some our grander and larger historic mansions), even the
more affordable ones generally achieve the same convivial, intimate and ambient
atmosphere of a 'real' home that is what classifies a 'true' B&B. Quality
is not sacrificed.
What is the average cost of a
Paris B&B on the Petite Paris Website?
Approx.
$180au per night for 2 people which offers guests bedroom, private ensuite, in
many cases a private living area, fresh breakfasts daily, free wifi and laundry
facilities.
B&B368 Chantal and Joe's place in Paris is located in the central 9th
arrondissement of Paris and is the highest rated on the Petite Paris roster
thanks to its immaculate presentation, warmth and quaint Parisian atmosphere.
Guests are offered a completely furnished and immaculately presented large (by
Paris standards) guests suite of 19m2, with 12m2 double queen bedroom, private
ensuite with bath and shower, free use of the lounge room, free wifi and
traditional French breakfasts served daily (warm drinks, juices, fruit, yogurt,
baguettes, croissants, sweet pastries, cereals, butter, jam) all provided by
warm Parisian hosts who welcome guests like family and offer plenty of insider
Paris tips and advice about where to go, what to see and do.
Here is the link to the full online description
of this B&B on the website:
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