| Austin,
TX � November 2004 � At BedandBreakfast.com,
we take beds seriously. After all, bed is our first name, so we understand
how important it is to have a good night�s sleep in pampered surroundings.
Over the past few months, hotel chains have been pillow fighting over who
has the best beds, in an effort to rival what B&Bs have been offering
for years. To demonstrate our belief that B&Bs have the corner on amenities,
BedandBreakfast.com sent a survey to 4500 innkeepers across the United
States. The results prove what the B&B industry has long maintained:
B&Bs not only offer a more personalized experience, but travelers are
much more likely to experience upgraded amenities at no additional charge.
Results
from the www.BedandBreakfast.com
survey came from B&B innkeepers in 44 states and showed:
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65%
offer pillowtop mattresses with 600 coils or more.
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84%
provide cotton sheets with at least a 250-thread count, some reporting
800- and 1000-thread counts.
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76%
offer handmade quilts or down comforters on their beds.
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74%
offer a choice of pillows including feather or hypo-allergenic, firm or
soft.
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78%
provide robes for their guests.
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60%
offer free high-speed Internet access, many offering free wireless (Wi-Fi)
throughout their inns.
With
lawsuits against hotel chains mounting over hidden fees for everything
from electricity to use of the pool, Americans are increasingly turning
to B&Bs for business and leisure travel. According to Chris Woodyard
at USA TODAY, several law firms have launched lawsuits against major hotel
chains for unfair surcharges, making B&Bs the logical choice for those
seeking upgraded amenities with no hidden costs.
Here
are just a few examples of B&Bs offering priceless hospitality at no
extra cost:
Legacies
B&B, Williams, AZ: Those seeking in-room amenities will believe
they�ve hit the mother lode here, with everything from ear plugs and eye
masks for light sleepers to portable air purifiers, fresh flowers, fine
sherry and a fruit basket, plus a nightly wine and hors d�oeuvres reception.
Info: www.legaciesbb.com or 866-370-2288.
St.
Francis Inn, St. Augustine, FL: Guests are whisked to area restaurants
on Fridays and Saturday nights via the inn�s courtesy car, along with beach
parking, beach chairs and even cold beverages for the beach. Info: 800-824-6062,
www.stfrancisinn.com.
Commodore
Joshua Barry House, Savage, MD: In addition to �Supple-pedic� mattresses,
every guest room has cable TV, high-speed Internet access, telephones,
ceiling fans, antiques, fine art and more. Info: 800-475-7912 or www.JoshuaBarneyHouse.com.
Sunny
Grange B&B, Campton, NH: Guests are offered their choice of down
or Dacron feather bed toppers, along with down comforters, triple-sheeted
350-thread count cotton sheets, and four different pillow selections. Suites
feature king beds, two-person whirlpool tubs, and gas stoves. All rooms
are supplied with complimentary sherry, antique wine glasses, and warm
baked treats each night. Info: 877-726-5553, www.sunnygrange.com.
Sea
Crest By The Sea, Spring Lake, NJ: Frette bed linens, queen or king
DUX beds or featherbeds, along with robes, slippers and nightshirts, stocked
in-room refrigerators, plus candlelit breakfasts, hors d�oeuvres, evening
desserts, chocolates, and cordials, head up the long list of complimentary
amenities. Info: 800-803-9031, www.seacrestbythesea.com.
Harrison
House Bed and Breakfast, Corvallis, OR: Guests are treated to complimentary
Harrison House bottled water, Oregon hazelnuts, mints and chocolate truffles.
Info: 800-233-6248, www.bedandbreakfast.com/oregon/harrison-house-bed-breakfast.html.
Abigail
Stoneman Inn, Newport, RI: Here guests are spoiled with 20 choices
of pillows, and a bathing experience menu featuring 30 of the world�s finest
soaps, salts, skincare and spa products, all included in the room rate.
Info: 800-845-1811 or www.abigailstonemaninn.com.
Cypress
Inn, Conway, SC: Not only are local calls free; this inn treats its
guests to unlimited long distance calls too. Info: 800-575-5307, www.acypressinn.com.
For
a comparison of B&B with hotel services, visit www.bedandbreakfast.com/report/spring-03/tips.htm.
For
great B&B story ideas, visit the BedandBreakfast.com Press Room at
www.bedandbreakfast.com/about/pressRoom.aspx.
BedandBreakfast.com is the leading online B&B Internet directory, listing
over 27,000 bed & breakfasts and inns throughout the United States
and internationally. A variety of search functions and extensive maps enable
inngoers to find the perfect B&B. Travelers can make reservations online,
purchase gift
certificates accepted at 3,500 U.S. bed & breakfast inns, subscribe
to a free
newsletter, vote for their favorite inns, and post questions on expert-hosted
message boards.
NEW:
Visit BedandBreakfast.com�s sister site, www.Inns.com,
offering information on a range of independently-owned distinctive lodging.
Contact:
Marti
Mayne
207-846-6331
or
Sandy
Soule
203-637-7642
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