They have very well-appointed plush guest houses adorned with objets d'art to enhance the visual appeal and beauty of the the property. Apart from the evident cost saving element, the concept of corporate guest house is well-received due to its ability of truly providing 'a home away from home'. It is beneficial for both the company as well as the corporate. Evidently for the company, it has cost effective implications and would result in lesser overheads as against a hotel, wherein the costs incurred would be undisputably higher. The tax structures on the upper end are above 40 per cent in hotels.
Companies also perceive it as an investment-oriented venture.
These costs incurred are definitely investments as against allocating exorbitant sums to room nights in hotels. Despite the maintenance and refurbishment costs that a guest house would entail, it is a value enhancement accredited to the company. But with regard the 'business traveller', the advantage lies in the fact that he is provided with his own space in an inhibited ambience, allowing him a comfort level that he would probably only experience at home. This not only ensures a pleasant stay but also ascertains high performance levels stimulated by the ambience. In the case of frequent business travellers to the same destination, one can also avail of the facility of maintaining a wardrobe in the guest house which eliminates the packing and baggage formality as well.