History of the Accommodations Industry

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Which historical figure is credited as the first hotel chain pioneer in the United States?

Ernest Henderson

ITTI

Ellsworth Statler (correct)

Hilton

What type of accommodations led to the rise of seaport inns during the Industrial Revolution?

Railways

Public stagecoaches

Spas

Roadside hotels (correct)

Which famous hotel chain is now owned by the International Telephone and Telegraph Company (ITTI)?

Hilton

Sheraton (correct)

Statler

Fraunces Tavern

What type of accommodation was established due to the rapid development of railways in the 1820s and 1830s?

Roadside hotels Signup and view all the answers

Which early form of transport led to the development of coach service by innkeepers to attract business?

Public stagecoach Signup and view all the answers

What type of organization currently runs youth hostels, according to the text?

Individuals or nonprofits Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a factor used in hotel classification, as per the text?

Cuisine Variety Signup and view all the answers

Which division in the Lodging Industry Organization recruits and administers policies and benefits?

Personnel Signup and view all the answers

How are hotel ratings typically represented by independent guides?

Stars, dots, and alphabetical indicators Signup and view all the answers

In the lodging industry, which division is responsible for protecting employees and guests?

Security Signup and view all the answers

What are the different levels of rating scales used for hotel classifications?

$1-star Good, 2-star Very good, 3-star Excellent, 4-star Outstanding, 5-star One of the best$ Signup and view all the answers

What was the reason for the development of resort hotels in the 1960s?

Popularity of sun vacations Signup and view all the answers

Which feature is typically associated with motels or motor hotels?

Free parking Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of pensions in the lodging industry?

Informal family atmosphere Signup and view all the answers

Which type of accommodation is designed specifically for vacation travelers and offers more amenities and recreation opportunities?

Resort hotels Signup and view all the answers

What is a common feature of Hilton International's overseas expansion in the hotel industry?

Opening properties in European countries Signup and view all the answers

What is a distinguishing factor between hotel chains and pensions in the lodging industry?

Informal family atmosphere Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

History of Accommodations

Early roadside inns developed due to improvements in European societies' security, making travel safer.
The Industrial Revolution and the development of spas led to the rise of seaport inns.
America's first hotels were seaport inns, with examples like Manhattan's Fraunces Tavern.

Development of Hotels

The public stagecoach appeared in the mid-17th century, with coach service established by innkeepers to attract business.
The rapid development of railways in the 1820s and 1830s led to the development of roadside hotels.
The automobile industry led to the establishment of the motor hotel or motel.
Advances in air transportation led to increased demand for more hotel space and specialized accommodations.

Hotel Chains

Ellsworth Statler was the first hotel chain pioneer in the United States.
Hilton Corporation is the most famous name in the history of deluxe hotels.
The Sheraton chain, founded by Ernest Henderson, is now owned by the International Telephone and Telegraph Company (ITTI).

Youth Hostels

The first youth hostel was conceived in 1909 by a German elementary school teacher.
Over 2,000 youth hostels were established in Germany in 1930, and the first hostel in the U.S. was established in 1934.

Hotel Classification

Hotels can be classified by location (center-city, suburban, airport, highway), guest type (commercial, conventions, resort), and price (economy, standard, first class, deluxe).
Independent guides use stars, dots, and alphabetical indicators to rate hotels based on physical structure, furnishings, maintenance, housekeeping, and service.

Lodging Industry Organization

The lodging industry is divided into seven major divisions: personnel, engineering and maintenance, accounting, security, food and beverage, marketing and sales, and room division.
Each division has specific responsibilities, such as recruiting and administering policies, repairs and maintenance, financial activities, security, food and beverage service, and room management.

The Development of Resort Hotels

The popularity of sun vacations in the 1960s led to the development of resort hotels.
Resort hotels often feature additional amenities, such as glass-covered elevators, atrium lobbies, restaurants and bars, functional meeting rooms, and recreational opportunities.

Overseas Expansion of American Chains

Hilton International opened its first hotel in San Juan, Puerto Rico in 1949, followed by several properties in other European countries.

Types of Accommodations

Hotels can range from 10-room boarding houses to large buildings with multiple rooms, convention and meeting facilities, recreation facilities, 24-hour room service, restaurants, bars, and various entertainment options.
Motels or motor hotels typically offer rooms and free parking, located along busy highways and catering to transient and cost-conscious travelers.
Resort hotels are designed for vacation travelers, ranging from budget to luxury, and offer more amenities, shops, and recreation opportunities.
Pensions are mostly family-owned accommodation facilities, known for their informal family atmosphere.

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Explore the history of the accommodations or lodging industry, from early roadside inns to the impact of the Industrial Revolution on the development of hotels. Learn about the evolution of inns and hotels in different historical contexts.