I have recently begun to travel alone, on business. I have chosen to use the Premier group of hotels for a number of reasons: the familiarity of the room layout and consistent high standard of cleanliness makes it easier to settle in quickly; the absence of Sky/satellite TV - which initially was a disappointment -is actually a bonus as I don’t stay up all night watching junk instead of sleeping; the separate breakfast charge means I don’t pay for a breakfast I rarely have and finally as a woman travelling alone I notice that they do seem to take personal safety quite seriously eg not putting single women travellers on ground floor if possible and deadlocks on doors. And of course it is very good value for money, even at the London County Hall which costs more than the others, but is worth it for the high ceilings and if you are lucky a view of the London Eye.
Downs ? Just one – the bath towels are way too small !
Idea – what about a few ‘executive’ rooms with bigger bath towels, and toiletries included, maybe even mini-apartment style with a kitchen area, for longer stays ?