PP2 Typology of Tourist Accommodation Establishments

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What is the primary function of tourist accommodation companies?

To manage travel itineraries

To provide permanent residence at no charge

To offer temporary residence for a fee (correct)

To sell real estate properties

What kind of classification do autonomous communities in Spain have the option to develop?

Uniform hotel classification across Europe

Mandatory service quality classifications

International tourist standards

Regulations according to local interests (correct)

Which of the following is NOT a category of tourist establishment mentioned?

Rural housing

Hotels

Glamping resorts (correct)

Campsites

What is the minimum requirement for hotels according to the classification principles?

A minimum requirement system Signup and view all the answers

Which type of accommodation falls under rural housing establishments?

Farmhouses with farming income Signup and view all the answers

Which decree regulates tourist accommodation establishments currently?

Decree 75/2020 Signup and view all the answers

What are tourist apartments categorized based on?

National tourist categorization regulations Signup and view all the answers

Under campsite establishments, which category represents the highest quality?

Luxury category Signup and view all the answers

What is one characteristic of the hotel industry?

Has difficulty obtaining accurate service forecasts Signup and view all the answers

Which type of hotel classification is based on the geographical setting?

Urban hotels Signup and view all the answers

What is an advantage of independent hotels?

Freedom to set quality and service standards Signup and view all the answers

What is a disadvantage of hotel chains?

Uniformity in services and products Signup and view all the answers

Which market segment classification involves catering to events and conventions?

Congress hotels Signup and view all the answers

What could be a disadvantage for independent hotels compared to chains?

Higher costs for advertising Signup and view all the answers

Which feature is not associated with hotel chains?

High degree of autonomy Signup and view all the answers

What is a common challenge faced by both hotel chains and independent hotels?

High number of competitors Signup and view all the answers

What is one key advantage of owning a hotel with voluntary chain affiliation?

National and international representation Signup and view all the answers

What is a disadvantage for hotel owners affiliated with a franchise?

Franchise fees and room sales costs Signup and view all the answers

Which factor contributes to a chain's growth with minimal investment?

Expansion through franchising Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary risk for owners in both voluntary chain affiliation and franchise agreements?

Economic risk in case of loss Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes a disadvantage of chain affiliation?

Revenue limited to affiliation fees Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of management does a franchisee retain despite joining a franchise agreement?

Daily management with limitations Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the main benefits of owning a hotel through voluntary chain affiliation?

Centralized reservation systems Signup and view all the answers

In which scenario might an owner's business suffer a negative image?

In case of a weak or failing franchise Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential disadvantage of being part of a hotel chain?

Higher level of bureaucratic procedures Signup and view all the answers

Which hotel management model involves a partnership for shared ownership?

Joint venture Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary financial resource necessary for managing a hotel?

Capital Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of own management in hotel ownership?

The owner directly manages hotel operations Signup and view all the answers

What effect does joining a hotel association have on hotel operations?

It has a direct impact on operational and strategic activities Signup and view all the answers

Which hotel management model allows an owner to lease operations to a hotel company?

Management contract Signup and view all the answers

What is a common challenge faced by hotel chains regarding staff management?

Motivating staff across all locations Signup and view all the answers

Which resource is directly associated with the human aspect of hotel management?

Staff training Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary advantage for a franchisor in a franchise agreement?

Hotal network growth with minimal investment Signup and view all the answers

What is a disadvantage for the franchisor in a franchise agreement?

Income limited to membership fees and a percentage of sales revenue Signup and view all the answers

Under a lease agreement with an operator, what is considered a risk for the owner?

Difficulty breaking the lease contract Signup and view all the answers

What is a key advantage for owners in a lease agreement?

Profitability is known in advance Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant disadvantage for an operator in a lease agreement?

Potential hotel loss after lease term ends Signup and view all the answers

In a management contract with a hotel chain, who owns the staff and resources?

The hotel ownership Signup and view all the answers

What is an advantage for the operator in a lease agreement?

Chain growth with minimal or moderate investment Signup and view all the answers

What is a risk mentioned for owners in a lease agreement?

Loss of operational management control Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the advantages for an owner when entering a management contract with a hotel chain?

Possibility of investing without prior experience Signup and view all the answers

What is a key disadvantage for hotel chains operating under management contracts?

Incomes limited to the management fee Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a disadvantage for owners in a management contract situation?

Difficulty in breaking the management contract Signup and view all the answers

What is a defining feature of a sale and leaseback arrangement in the hotel industry?

Long-term leasing commitments after asset sale Signup and view all the answers

What is an advantage of a joint venture in hotel management?

Fast access to significant projects with lower economic effort Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a disadvantage specifically associated with the ownership aspect in a management contract?

Economic risks associated with losses and management costs Signup and view all the answers

What challenge do hotel chains face when seeking new investments from owners?

Ability to convince owners of investment necessity Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential drawback for owners participating in a management contract?

Loss of complete control over hotel management Signup and view all the answers

What is a distinct disadvantage of independent hotels?

High number of competitors Signup and view all the answers

Which type of hotel is categorized primarily by its geographical location?

Urban hotel Signup and view all the answers

What is an advantage of hotel chains over independent hotels?

Lower costs in advertising Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic poses a challenge for hotel chains?

Uniform service standards Signup and view all the answers

What is a crucial challenge faced by the hotel industry regarding service forecasting?

Difficulty in obtaining accurate forecasts Signup and view all the answers

Which type of hotel classification focuses on the type of customer experience offered?

Market segmentation hotels Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential drawback for hotel chains in maintaining their image?

Performance issues in individual establishments Signup and view all the answers

What is a distinguishing feature of roadside hotels?

Easily accessible for travelers Signup and view all the answers

What is a key disadvantage for a franchisor in a franchise agreement concerning revenue?

Income is limited to membership fees and a percentage of sales revenue. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following represents a disadvantage for the operator in a lease agreement?

They take on their own economic risks and face challenges in crisis situations. Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant advantage of owning a hotel with own management?

Complete independence in management decisions Signup and view all the answers

What is an advantage for owners in a lease agreement with an operator?

Possibility of investing in hotels without management experience. Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect is a disadvantage of owning a hotel under own management?

Increased risk in case of financial loss Signup and view all the answers

Under a management contract with a hotel chain, who retains ownership of the majority of staff and resources?

The hotel ownership. Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary benefit of owner management and independent central reservations affiliation?

Access to centralized reservation services Signup and view all the answers

What is a disadvantage for owners in a lease agreement when breaking the lease contract?

Difficulty in exiting the lease contract. Signup and view all the answers

In the context of voluntary chain affiliation, what advantage does an owner gain?

Marketing power through the chain's brand Signup and view all the answers

What is a disadvantage often faced by independent hotels compared to those in a voluntary chain?

Limited access to centralized advertising Signup and view all the answers

How does a franchisor’s income model typically limit financial returns?

Revenue is only derived from membership fees and a share of sales. Signup and view all the answers

What does a hotel owner risk losing when entering into a lease agreement?

Significant influence in operational management. Signup and view all the answers

In a lease agreement, what is one possible rental structure for the operator?

Percentage of sales, fixed rent, or a mixture of both. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of accommodation is categorized under rural housing establishments?

Farmhouses Signup and view all the answers

What principle is used to categorize tourist accommodation in addition to minimum requirements?

Quality criteria Signup and view all the answers

Which decree regulates tourist apartment categorization in Spain?

Decree 164/2010 Signup and view all the answers

Under campsite establishments, which category indicates the lowest quality?

Third Category Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes hotels according to the classification?

Commercial companies providing temporary residence Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the recent Decree 75/2020?

Standardizing tourist accommodation regulations Signup and view all the answers

Which type of establishment is directly categorized as hotels?

Hostals Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic distinguishes tourist apartments from other types of accommodations?

They are available for temporary stays Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary advantage for hotel owners entering a management contract with a hotel chain?

Possibility of investing without prior experience Signup and view all the answers

Which disadvantage is associated with hotel chains regarding their management contracts?

Limited income due to fixed management fees Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential risk for owners involved in a management contract?

Loss of control over critical hotel decisions Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes the joint venture model in hotel management?

It allows for rapid project access with lower individual financial contribution. Signup and view all the answers

What is a main disadvantage of the sale and leaseback operation for hotel companies?

Immediate loss of asset ownership Signup and view all the answers

What disadvantage do hotel chains commonly face when seeking new investments from ownership?

Difficulty in convincing owners regarding investment needs Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes an inherent economic risk for hotel owners involved in management contracts?

Management costs that may exceed total profits Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential drawback for owners when entering a management contract with a hotel chain?

Contingent support based on management contract terms Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant risk associated with ownership in both voluntary chain affiliation and franchise agreements?

Potential economic loss Signup and view all the answers

What advantage do owners have when entering into voluntary chain affiliation?

Access to centralized reservation systems Signup and view all the answers

What is a common disadvantage for owners affiliated with a franchise?

Loss of autonomy in everyday operations Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a disadvantage specifically related to chain affiliation?

High costs of maintaining brand standards Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of financial obligations is characteristic of franchise agreements?

Costs associated with selling rooms between 5-7% of revenue Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an advantage for owners under a franchise agreement?

Assistance in pre-opening development Signup and view all the answers

In the context of voluntary chain affiliation, what is an expected cost that owners have to bear?

2-3% of revenue from room sales Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential outcome for owners in a franchise agreement if the franchisee performs poorly?

Negative impact on brand image Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Introduction to Hospitality Management - Classification

Tourist accommodation is a group of commercial companies dedicated to providing temporary residence to people, potentially with complementary services.
There is no uniform hotel classification in the EU at the community or international level.
In Spain, tourism competencies are decentralized to autonomous communities, enabling them to create their own regulations. This applies to hotel classification, as well.
Hotel classification has two basic principles:
- A standard system based on minimum requirements.
- A system based on quality criteria of facilities and service provision.
Decree 75/2020, dated August 6th, dictates the current classification for tourist accommodation establishments.

Tourist Establishments

Hotels:
- Hotels (H)
- Hotel Apartments (HA)
- Hostels or Pensions (P)
Tourist Apartments (AT): Apartments for tourist use, temporarily rented from the owner. These are categorized according to Decree 164/2010, dated November 9th.
Campgrounds (C):
- Categorized into Luxury, First, Second, and Third categories.
Rural Housing (TR):
- Farmhouses (with income from farming)
- Rural accommodation (TR)
- Shared village house (casa de poble compartida)
- Detached village house (casa de poble independent)

Campsite Establishments

Luxury Category
First Category
Second Category
Third Category

Tourist Apartments

Apartments used temporarily by tourists.
Categorized according to Decree 164/2010, dated November 9th.

General Features of the Hotel Industry

Requires significant initial investment.
Challenging to rapidly increase business.
Continuous 24-hour operation is typical.
Predicting service demand in advance is difficult.

Hotel Classification by Location

Sun & Beach
Urban
Roadside hotel
Rural hotel

Hotel Classification by Market Segmentation

Leisure
Congresses
Low-cost
Boutique

Hotel Classification by Management System

Independent Hotels:
- Individual management of a hotel establishment.
- Examples: www.monument-hotel.com, www.hotelomm.com
Hotel Chains:
- Unified management of multiple establishments.
- Examples: www.mandarinoriental.es/Barcelona, www.hotelartsbarcelona.com

Independent Hotel - Advantages & Disadvantages

Advantages:
- Autonomy and independence in management.
- Freedom to set quality and service standards.
- Increased worker versatility.
Disadvantages:
- High number of competitors.
- Low negotiating power.
- Challenges reaching new local markets.
- High costs (advertising, purchasing, etc.)

Hotel Chain - Advantages & Disadvantages

Advantages:
- Brand value and competitive advantage.
- Reduced communication and advertising costs.
- Customers have product knowledge and features.
- Increased number of users.
Disadvantages:
- Standardized services and procedures.
- Potential impact of other chain establishments on image.
- Decreased decision-making power at the individual establishment level.
- Reduced creativity in management.
- Higher level of bureaucratic procedures.
- Difficulty for a single hotel to be considered within the chain on decision-making.
- Problems with coordination and control, and employee motivation.

Hotel Management Models

Own Management, Owned Hotel
Own Management and Central Reservations Affiliation
Own Management and Voluntary Chain affiliation
Own Management and Franchise Agreement
Lease Agreement with an Operator
Management Contract with a Hotel Chain
Joint Venture
Sale and Lease Back

Own Management, Owned Hotel - Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages:
- Freedom in hotel management.
- No operational costs (100% benefit).
- No operational bureaucracy (easy decision-making).
- Reacting to unexpected situations easily.
Disadvantages:
- Limited market coverage.
- Risk of loss.
- Unlimited negotiating power.
- Limited funding.

2-Own Management and Independent Central Reservations Affiliation

Independent hotels may affiliate with central reservations offices for competition.
Central Reservations offer reservations and commercialization services to customers.

3-Own Management and Voluntary Chain Affiliation

Hotel owners maintain their identity while benefiting from the chain's advantages.
Advantages include:
- Brand and prestige.
- Central reservations.
- Commercial structure.
- Economies of scale.
Disadvantages include:
- Risk of Loss
- Affiliation costs.

4. Own Management and Franchise Agreement

A franchise is a license agreement for processes, technologies and brands.
The franchisee adopts the franchisor's brand and management systems.
The franchisee exchanges capital and labor for the franchisor's knowledge.

5. Lease Agreement with an Operator

Agreement between hotel ownership and management company.
Management company is responsible for financial obligations and rent payments.
Renting can be: Fixed, Percentage of Sales, Percentage of G.O.P. (revenue & operational expenses), or Mixed (fixed + variable % of sales or G.O.P.).

6. Management Contract with a Hotel Chain

Agreement between hotel ownership and management company.
Management company handles administration and hotel administration.

7. Sale and Lease Back

Selling assets or a portfolio of assets to an investor.
Investor commits to a future rental process for a long period.
Combines interests of both sides.

8. Joint Venture

Combined efforts and interests between two or more companies.
Develop common projects with typically equal participation.
Advantage: Quick access to projects requiring substantial participation;
Disadvantage: Sharing business with non-hotel companies.

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