Working from home is not always the most glamorous of tasks and doesn't always work out the way many often picture it in their minds. Whether it's the distractions of entertainment such as the TV or radio, an abundance of tiny people running amok, or even just the lax atmosphere that comes with being home, it can be a struggle. Since WFH weeks are beginning to be the norm in today's world, some hotel chains are looking to provide options for those who simply can't focus.
InterContinental Hotels, L.A.'s Hotel Figuera, D.C.'s Hamilton Hotel, North Carolina's Ballantyne, New Mexico's Rosewood Inn, and many more around the world are now offering work-from-home deals. With the cost of an average eight-hour day or full week being less than a vacation stay at any one of these hotels, the idea of working with comfort, a view, and perhaps a catered lunch is highly appealing. With hotels such as the Marriott changing their guidelines to adapt, more hotels are following suit to accommodate safe business. At-home offices are great for virtual travel, but for those seeking a serious work environment, these hotels are providing the answer.
"The Offices At Barclay"
The InterContinental Hotel in Midtown, Manhattan, has launched a program called "The Offices at Barclay" which provides work-from-homers one of three office space options. these traditional, comfort, and lounge rooms can be linked to create a five-room "office" space. At the Barclay location, the cost per day is $500 per week and $6,250 per month, while the hotel location at Times Square is $1,000 per week. Included in this pricing are WiFi, complimentary office supplies, local-distance calling, in-room coffee, tea, and even cold brew and energy drinks. Additionally, guests have access to printing services as well as the hotel gym and can order food throughout the day.
"Work Perks" At The Fig
Hotel Figueroa, often called "The Fig", is offering a program called "Work Perks." The program is broken down into office suite rentals which can be used singularly or the subscription program, which offers the hotel's Gran Sala ballroom and accommodates more than 25 people, with room to social distance between guests.
Those interested can check out the rooms online before booking with a virtual tour, and each comes with iPad use, executive-style desks, refrigerators, printing, WiFi, and access to the hotel's fitness room and pool deck.
Hamilton's "Home-Away-From-Home Office"
Hamilton Hotel offers competitive amenities with its WFH program, including complimentary breakfast, high-speed WiFi, an in-house Keurig, as well as access to PressReader, which contains more than 7,000 digital publications. The buck doesn't stop there, though, as each room offers complimentary shower and bath amenities as well as the option for third-party food delivery. For one day, the going rate for a standard room is $89, and for the week, $199 for a suite.
Half-Priced Days At Rosewood
For $250 per day, guests can book a work from home day at the Rosewood Inn of the Anasazi, which is a gorgeous spot for a temporary office. Included in that price are access to Apple TV, WiFi, a beverage service, and a poly-com telephone.
For teams larger than one, the Rosewood is also offering larger spaces such as their living room and wine cellar, which includes a conference room large enough to accommodate a group. The Rosewood Hotel in Santa Barbara, California is also offering a similar program, currently turning hotel rooms into temporary offices.
"The Commissary Menu" At Ballantyne
The Ballantyne has already done the work of transforming hotel rooms into private offices and allow for rentals lasting a week or more. The spaces can be leased for $500 per week and include a menu by the hotel's Executive Chef, Ivo Sandrea, called The Commissary Menu, which offers salads, wraps, and the option to add an all-day beverage service.