Just like a luxury hotel? What is a serviced apartment?
In recent years, a new style of accommodation known as "service apartments" has been gaining attention in urban areas, particularly Tokyo.
Even though the term "service apartment" is used in general, it can be hard to pinpoint exactly what kind of facility it is.
In this article, we will explain the characteristics and benefits of service apartments, as well as the differences between service apartments and regular rental properties and hotels.
What are serviced apartments?
A service apartment is a monthly apartment with furniture and appliances that can be used for short-term stays starting from a few weeks. Although it is called an "apartment," there is a big difference between it and a regular apartment.
The rooms are equipped with all the daily necessities, and hotel-like cleaning and front desk services are available, and many properties also come with fitness facilities such as a sports gym or pool.
This is a high-grade accommodation facility that combines the characteristics of a hotel with those of a typical rental property, allowing you to relax in a space that feels just like your own home.
The decisive difference from hotels
The main difference between a serviced apartment and a hotel is
- Access by non-residents
- Stay Style
- Kitchen and appliances available
- Is there a curfew?
Some examples include:
There is almost no traffic other than among residents.
Service apartments do not have the same number of people coming and going as hotels. Just like regular rental housing, there is almost no traffic other than from the residents, allowing you to live there with peace of mind.
Length of stay for which facilities can be used
Hotels and serviced apartments have different lengths of stay for which facilities are available.
- Hotel…From one nightAvailable for use
- Serviced apartment...From stays of several weeks or moreAvailable
Room Amenities
The difference between a hotel and a serviced apartment can also be seen in the facilities provided in the room.
[Hotel appliances and facilities]
- microwave oven
- Small refrigerator
- iron
[Appliances and facilities provided in serviced apartments]
- washing machine
- rice cooker
- iron
- Dining table
- kitchen
It is difficult to cook or do laundry in a hotel, so guests have to eat out or use shared laundry services.
Serviced apartments are equipped with all the appliances and amenities you need for daily life.
What Hotels and Serviced Apartments Have in Common
Maintenance services such as room cleaning and bed linen change are available.
The decisive difference from general rental properties
Whether or not there are utility costs
The biggest difference between regular rental properties and serviced apartments is:Are there utility costs?is.
- Standard rental: Utilities fees apply
- Serviced apartments: No utility costs
There are no utility fees when using a serviced apartment.
Contract Period
- Standard rental: Generally, contracts start from 2 years.
- Serviced apartments: Available for long-term contracts ranging from a few weeks to a year or more
Maintenance Services
Standard rentals incur a fee called a "management fee," which covers the cleaning and maintenance of shared spaces.
Serviced apartments not only provide maintenance for the shared spaces, but also for the interior of the apartment. While regular rental properties only provide maintenance for the shared spaces, serviced apartments provide maintenance services for both the shared spaces and the interior of the apartment.
Commonalities between regular rental properties and serviced apartments
There are no restrictions such as curfews, and you can do all your household chores such as cooking and laundry in your own room.
Benefits of using serviced apartments
Quick response to problems
In service apartments, the management system and service facilities where concierges and other staff are always present are located close to the residents, so any problems that arise can be dealt with quickly.
You can start your daily life right from the day you move in.
The beautiful, hotel-like rooms are equipped with furniture, appliances, tableware, etc.
There is little need to bring anything into your room other than a change of clothes and things you need for work, so you can live a relaxed life as usual from the day you move in.
Good value for money
When you factor in eating out and cleaning costs, it can be cheaper than staying in a hotel.
"Livemax" offers apartment services equivalent to those of a serviced apartment
Livemax monthly apartments offer high-grade furnished rental apartments on a par with service apartments. Although there are limitations to the services, the rent is reasonable. We offer properties with convenient locations and access. Please make use of them.
