This document provides an overview of lodging properties and classifications. It defines lodging properties as establishments that charge fees for temporary accommodations. It then describes various types of lodging facilities like bed and breakfasts, boarding houses, budget hotels, condominiums, and dormitories. The document further classifies lodging establishments into convention hotels, commercial hotels, resort hotels, casino hotels, and extended stay hotels. It concludes by listing some famous luxury resorts around the world and in the Philippines.

1. LESSON 1
DIMENSION
OF LODGING

2. LODGING PROPERTIES
Defined as an establishment that charges
fees for providing furnished sleeping
accommodations to persons who are
temporarily away from home or who consider
these accommodations their temporary or
permanent homes. Many of these
establishments also provide food, beverages,
cleaning services, and a range of other services
normally associated with travel commonly
sought by travelers.

3. BASIC TERMINOLOGY FOR
LODGING FACILITIES
Bed and Breakfast or B & Bs – refers to guest houses
in the United Kingdom and North America; they are
smaller, more intimate, and less expenses than hotels
and motels.
Board House – is a residential facility that provides
lodging and meals for guests who normally consider
the facility their home.
Budget Hotel – is relatively low in price or charging
low prices.
Condominium – refers to apartments in high-rise
buildings located mostly on recreational areas.
Dormitory – refers to lodging facility affiliated with
some educational or other institution that provides
sleeping accommodations for those in residence.

4. CLASSIFICATION OF LODGING
ESTABLISHMENTS
a. Convention hotel- are commercial properties that have
the capability of hosting conferences and meetings.
b. Commercial hotel- are generally located in center-city
for the convenience of the business traveler.

5. c. Resort hotel- commonly described as a lodging establishment that
attract pleasure travelers or vacation seekers
d. Casino hotel- offers patrons opportunities to sleep cheap, yet
spend big.
Hyatt Hotel and Casino Manila Pavilion
e. Extended stay- denotes lodging facilities designed for guests
who need long-term accommodations.

6. FUNCTION AND PRIMARY MARKET
a. Center-city- are usually located in large cities usually along the
business districts.

7. b. Suburban- located in the suburbs often near shopping centers
recreational facilities, such as golf courses.

8. c. Resorts- refer to properties usually seen in areas of great scenic
beauty or with outstanding recreational facilities.

9. FAMOUS LUXURY RESORTS
IN THE WORLD
Wakaya club, Fiji
A luxury private island resort unlike any other in the world.
They offer gracious living, sophisticated, international cuisine and
unparalleled leisure opportunities.

10. North Island, Seychelles
A unique private resort, is an unspoiled haven of
peace and tranquility.
Turtle Island, Fiji
An all-inclusive, private island with home to only 14
couples at a time.

11. Fregate Island Private, Seychelles
The only resort only resort on one of the most unspoiled
places on earth.

12. Hotel le Toiny, St. Bar
Privacy and exclusivity have been defining characteristics of
HA’tel Le Toiny, member of Relais & ChACteaux, since it opened in
1992 on St. Barts’ most private and underdeveloped southeastern
coast.

13. V Burj Al-Arab, Dubai
The world’s tallest hotel building. With its helipad on the
28th floor and a restaurant seemingly suspended in mid-air,
this hotel has already become an icon on the Dubai
skyline.

14. Le Sirenuse, Almafi Coast, Italy
A wonderful place from which to enjoy the simple
pleasures of Positano and the spectacular Amalfi Coast. Almost
all rooms, suites and junior suites look out over the bay of
Positano.
La Sponda restaurant serves delicious Neapolitan
cuisine prepared with local ingredients. At dinner, four
hundred candles create an unforgettable atmosphere.

15. Armani Hotel, Dubai
Combining a luxurious environment with first-class
amenities, the Armani Hotel Dubai features a stream room, a
jacuzzi and an outdoor pool. Offers a concierge, a lift and
conference room, as well as relaxed and modern
soundproofedrooms with free Wi-Fi.

16. W Hotel, Puerto Rico
Located on the beach in Vieques, close to Isabel
Segunda Harbor, Fort Condo de Mirasol, and Sun Bay. They
serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A poolside bar and a
bar/lounge are open for drinks.

17. W Hotel, Puerto Bodrum Peninsula, Turkey
There are few places in the world which offer
classical history and natural beauty in equal measure. The
Aegean region of Turkey is one such place. This fabled
coastline is where Homer’s heroes were born.
LUXURY RESORTS IN THE
PHILIPPINES
AMAN Resorts: AMANPULO
Amanpulo is an escape from the markings of
mankind and is a dive into island life where nature has
been unashamedly boastful. The island is secluded, being
private, and offers a variety of sea, sand and tropical
island-retreat-pleasures, in exclusive comfort and in
traditionally styled accommodation.

18. Buri Spa and Resort
Nestled in the Batangas Channel inside Puerto
Galera Bay, which was recently named one of the Most
Beautiful Bays in the world by the Paris-based Club des
Plus Belles Baies du Monde ,Buri Resort & Spa has
undergone a dramatic transformation.

19. Eskaya Beach Resort & Spa
This stunning resort on the island of Panglao
combines the scenic qualities and escapist nature of Bohol
facing the Mindanao Sea. It refers to only known indigenous
people of Bohol. It is a beautiful, rustic island resort that
benefits from a strongly defined sense of community and a
relaxed, intimate atmosphere.

20. Shangri-La’s Boracay Resort & Spa
The resort’s accommodation is thoughtfully
designed with Shangri-La’s hallmark elegance. Nature
seems to be the only companion , her bounty fills all senses.
The stunning waters is perfect for any sea activities, from
kayaking to parasailing and deep sea diving.

21. Bellarocca Island Resort
Discerning travelers in search of their next
unexplored destination need to look no further than the
Philippine Islands. With its white Santorini-inspired
architecture on rolling terrain contrasted with the azure blue
of the sky above and the clear water below.

22. Boracay Grand Vista Resort & Spa
A private luxurious resort and spa at the famous
white beach. It is located at the upper tip of Hagdan Yapak
in Station 1, unique design of the resort is very captivating,
this is truly five star getaway place at Boracay Island.

23. Antulang Beach Resort
Nestled 40 km south Dumaguete City, Philippines,
ANTULANG BEACH RESORT is proud to be the first
Philippine resort to offer private pool villas to guest.

24. Misisbis Resort, Caragay Island
Escape to Misibis Bay and surround yourself with
the wonders of nature. This resort is nestled in a lush
tropical landscape, with mountainous jungles, perfectly
shaped volcanoes, pristine beaches, and other awe-inpiring
natural wonders on Pacific Ocean.

25. El Nido Resorts
About 40 km southwest of Manila and about 238
km northeast of Puerto Princesa. It is a top destination for
island hopping and marine and wildlife reserve. Suba
diving is also popular activity here with over 30 dive
sites for varying levels and skills.

26. d. Highway
Are located in isolated areas, where there is no
competition wherein they can charge higher rates.
e. Airports
Lodging facilities located near the airport to cater to the
flying public. Re designed to accommodate business travelers.
STAR QUALITY RATING
1. Five Star - Outstanding, one of the best in the country.

27. 2. Four Star -
Excellent, top quality
design and service .
Display a high level
of service and
hospitality
3. Three Star –
Offers a degree of
sophistication.
Additional amenities,
services, and facilities
may be offered.

28. HERA
FATIMA C.
ESQUIVEL