On Friday September 25th, BLLA (@BoutiqueLodging) hosted our first monthly #StayBoutique Twitter Chat and it was a rousing success! With over 300 tweets shared on the topic over the course of the hour we had participation from some fantastic tastemakers and hoteliers around the world. The event was co-hosted by Niki Leondakis (@Niki_Leondakis) CEO of Commune Hotels. If you missed it this time, we plan to do it monthly, so join us next time. In the meantime, check out some of the highlights below.
First Question:
Q1: Define a Boutique Hotel experience in 3 words. #StayBoutique Photocredit: @StandardHotels pic.twitter.com/46qUmJFuWH
— BLLA (@BoutiqueLodging) September 25, 2015
Our answer:
A1: We defined a boutique hotel experience as cultural, innovative and authentic. #StayBoutique pic.twitter.com/MTZmSKXkcd
— BLLA (@BoutiqueLodging) September 25, 2015
Some of our other favorite answers:
A1: The boutique hotel experience in three words? Local. Joyful. Unexpected. #StayBoutique pic.twitter.com/E3o5MBUXJq
— Joie de Vivre Hotels (@JDVHotels) September 25, 2015
A1: Service, sincerity, stress-free #StayBoutique pic.twitter.com/lBPiQcRgfu
— Hotel Vitale (@HotelVitale) September 25, 2015
A1: Urban, sexy, sophisticated. #StayBoutique pic.twitter.com/gPCkTh6N5p
— Thompson Toronto (@ThompsonToronto) September 25, 2015
Second Question:
Q2: How has staying at a boutique hotel changed your travel experience? #StayBoutique #travelchat #tott pic.twitter.com/fM30zVaQTA
— BLLA (@BoutiqueLodging) September 25, 2015
Our Answer:
A2: Experiential, Local (food, art, wine), Authentic, Personalized Services and a Presence of Caring #StayBoutique pic.twitter.com/RW9GCYQbPH
— BLLA (@BoutiqueLodging) September 25, 2015
Some of our other favorite answers:
Q2: We aim to create a memorable guest experience, from the minute you arrive, until check-out. #stayboutique pic.twitter.com/qOFxDqAGEl
— Thompson Hotels (@thompsonhotels) September 25, 2015
On boutique hotels: It always makes me feel more immersed in the local culture, environment #StayBoutique #TravelChat #ToTT #hotelnews
— Christina Trauthwein (@HBDChristina) September 25, 2015
A2: Our team members love to elevate the travel experience in every way. #StayBoutique pic.twitter.com/hbiz7uzvUH
— Smyth (@Smyth_TriBeCa) September 25, 2015
Third Question:
Q3: Where is one Boutique Hotel you’d like to visit if the decor and experience reflected the city’s lifestyle and culture? #StayBoutique
— BLLA (@BoutiqueLodging) September 25, 2015
Our Answer:
A3 Auberge du Soleil in Napa Valley, CA. This boutique hotel is the epitomy of tranquility with sweeping views of Wine Country #stayboutique
— BLLA (@BoutiqueLodging) September 25, 2015
Some of our other favorite answers:
A3 Anywhere in the Himalayas.A need 4 boutique hotel experiences that reflect the culture /enviro, have great design & service.#StayBoutique
— Niki Leondakis (@Niki_Leondakis) September 25, 2015
A3: Each of our hotels takes inspiration from its surroundings, heightening the travel experience by bringing the outdoors in. #StayBoutique
— Joie de Vivre Hotels (@JDVHotels) September 25, 2015
Boutique hotels should represent a place to heighten the travel experience and underscore nuances of cultural surroundings #StayBoutique
— Christina Trauthwein (@HBDChristina) September 25, 2015
Fourth Question:
Q4: What should a Boutique Hotel represent in the Hospitality industry? #StayBoutique #travelchat #tott pic.twitter.com/LyZqQKqe9c
— BLLA (@BoutiqueLodging) September 25, 2015
Our Answer:
A4 Representing an independent state of mind, transforming properties into authentic creative spaces. #stayboutique pic.twitter.com/WHwiaMpblL
— BLLA (@BoutiqueLodging) September 25, 2015
Other favorite answers:
A4: Boutique hotels should be fun and offer an escape from everyday routine! (and access to great food) #StayBoutique pic.twitter.com/lY7MTIFBTm
— Hotel Kabuki (@HotelKabuki) September 25, 2015
A4 Style and outstanding guest service – two ingredients for a successful boutique hotel. #StayBoutique pic.twitter.com/CKxFH1Bito
— Hotel Avante (@HotelAvante) September 25, 2015
A4: Great style, and amazing views ;). #StayBoutique pic.twitter.com/sq7o4TUDrf
— Thompson Toronto (@ThompsonToronto) September 25, 2015
Fifth Question:
Q5: What do you use to research boutique hotels when visiting a new city? #StayBoutique #travelchat #tott pic.twitter.com/UYaG5noTKC
— BLLA (@BoutiqueLodging) September 25, 2015
Our Answer:
A5 Visit the website first & view any images or videos they may have to get a first-hand experience! #stayboutique pic.twitter.com/s9J63g2bsd
— BLLA (@BoutiqueLodging) September 25, 2015
Other favorite answers:
A5: Compelling video – something @hoteljosef does tremendously well that draws visitors in #StayBoutique pic.twitter.com/T46Axqcv7f
— Leonardo (@VFMLeonardo) September 25, 2015
A5. HotelTonight is my go-to for boutique hotels in a new city, usually with a great deal #stayboutique
— Clayton Liggitt (@organikphoto) September 25, 2015
A5: We recommend @TripAdvisor and our Instagram account @HotelLincoln! Especially our latest post… 🙂 #StayBoutique pic.twitter.com/XiparEIPYQ
— Hotel Lincoln (@HotelLincoln) September 25, 2015
If you want to see all the tweets, just type the hashtag #StayBoutique in your search bar on Twitter and you will see the feed from the chat in your feed. If you’d like to join in on the next one feel free to email us at info@blla.org and we will send you the questions out a few days in advance. Until then – #stayboutique!