{"id":82551,"date":"2023-04-12T15:53:58","date_gmt":"2023-04-12T10:23:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squareyards.com\/blog\/?p=82551"},"modified":"2025-04-28T11:39:49","modified_gmt":"2025-04-28T06:09:49","slug":"service-apartment-smrthme","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.squareyards.com\/blog\/service-apartment-smrthme","title":{"rendered":"Service Apartments: Types, Benefits and Prices"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Service<\/span> apartments are a great alternative to hotel stays! Service apartments are convenient, energy-efficient and also relatively cost-effective. Today, service apartments have the latest technology and innovation, making life easy. And if your service apartment is a smart home, it is all the better; you can control lights, security systems, heating, and even cooling. Today, smart homes are becoming increasingly popular as technology evolves, making them an attractive choice for homeowners. Read on till the end to learn everything about service apartments.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\">\r\n<h2>Table of contents<\/h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"#h-what-is-a-service-apartment\" data-level=\"2\">What is a Service Apartment?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#h-staying-in-a-serviced-apartment\" data-level=\"2\">Staying in a Serviced Apartment<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#h-service-apartment-amenities\" data-level=\"2\">Service Apartment Amenities<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#h-serviced-apartment-vs-home\" data-level=\"2\">Serviced Apartment vs Home<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#h-renting-a-serviced-apartment\" data-level=\"2\">Renting a Serviced Apartment<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#h-safety-measures-during-covid-19\" data-level=\"2\">Safety Measures During COVID-19<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#h-service-apartment-facilities\" data-level=\"2\">Service Apartment Facilities<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#h-are-pools-and-water-areas-safe-to-use-in-a-service-apartment\" data-level=\"2\">Are Pools and Water Areas Safe to Use in a Service Apartment?<\/a>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"#h-wrapping-up\" data-level=\"3\">Wrapping Up<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"#h-faq-s-about-service-apartment\" data-level=\"2\">FAQ&#8217;s about Service Apartment<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-a-service-apartment\">What is a Service Apartment?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify\">A serviced apartment is a fully furnished apartment available for short-term and long-term stays. The best part about service apartments is that one can find all the basic amenities, housekeeping, and a range of other services included in the rental price. Plus, staying in a service apartment gives you the room to work, cook, and relax while enjoying 30% more space than an equivalent standard hotel. Everything is top-notch, from location to security to apartment facilities and services.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-staying-in-a-serviced-apartment\">Staying in a Serviced Apartment<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify\">Serviced apartments<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are fully furnished; you can move right in and get on with whatever you must do. It gives you the luxury of a good hotel and the comfort of your home all in one go. A serviced apartment will be your most convenient option if you constantly stay abroad on business trips.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-service-apartment-amenities\">Service Apartment Amenities<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Usually, services apartments come with all kinds of amenities. These include refrigerators, washing machines, and small to big kitchen appliances inside a <\/span>service apartment. Also, travellers can utilise their devices and don\u2019t need to worry about their care and maintenance. You can also get a good range of additional benefits while staying in service apartments like &#8211;<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Laundry<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dry cleaning\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Internet access\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Parking\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Airport transfers\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These services are best suited for business travellers, families, and long-term renters as they offer a more spacious and comfortable stay than a typical hotel room.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-serviced-apartment-vs-home\">Serviced Apartment vs Home<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Living in both serviced apartments and homes can be a different experience altogether. Here are the fundamental differences between the both.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\r\n<table>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><b>Serviced Apartment<\/b><\/td>\r\n<td><b>Home\u00a0<\/b><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>The service apartment <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is a temporary housing arrangement\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\r\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Home is a more permanent staying option<\/span><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Service apartments come with amenities like housekeeping, cable TV, Wi-Fi<\/span><\/td>\r\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A home may or may not have all these features\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Service apartments<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are cheaper to rent as compared to home\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\r\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Home is expensive to buy\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-renting-a-serviced-apartment\">Renting a Serviced Apartment<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The cost of renting a serviced apartment will depend on the location, size, and amenities. Generally, serviced apartments tend to be more expensive than traditional rental apartments. However, their plus side is that they are usually more commodious, is value for money, and offer cooking and washing facilities, meeting spaces, and free Wi-Fi. All in all, renting a serviced apartment can be quite a good experience.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-safety-measures-during-covid-19\">Safety Measures During COVID-19<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Living in a serviced apartment is light on your pocket, has several advantages and is a reasonably great experience. However, before renting a serviced apartment, it is also essential to take all the necessary precautions for COVID-19. Following are the safety measures you can take while renting a serviced apartment regarding COVID-19.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ensure that the serviced apartment is regularly cleaned and sanitised.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check for the availability of contactless check-in and check-out options.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ask for details about the safety and security measures taken by the serviced apartment.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Opt for contactless payment methods.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid using shared facilities such as pools, gyms, and common areas.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carry your own sanitisation and cleaning supplies.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wear a face mask at all times, maintain social distancing as much as possible, and practice regular hand washing in public areas.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid touching surfaces such as door handles and light switches and touching your face.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid contact with other guests in the building.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ask the serviced apartment to provide contactless delivery of meals.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Don&#8217;t miss It!<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\r\n<table width=\"706\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Types of\u00a0 Houses<\/td>\r\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.com\/blog\/types-of-houses-in-india-smrthme\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Know about Types of Houses<\/a><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Ghar Ka Naksha<\/td>\r\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.com\/blog\/ghar-ka-naksha-smrthme\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Complete Info about Ghar ka Naksha<\/a><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Cabin House<\/td>\r\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.com\/blog\/cabin-house-smrthme\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">What is a Cabin House?<\/a><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Open House<\/td>\r\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.com\/blog\/open-house-smrthme\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">What is a Open House?<\/a><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Construct a House<\/td>\r\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.com\/blog\/how-to-construct-a-house-smrthme\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">How to Construct a House?<\/a><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Two Storey Modern House<\/td>\r\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.com\/blog\/two-storey-modern-house-design-smrthme\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">What is 2 Storey Modern House?<\/a><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Duplex House<\/td>\r\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.com\/blog\/duplex-house-smrthme\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">What is a Duplex House?<\/a><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Row House<\/td>\r\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.com\/blog\/what-is-a-row-house-smrthme\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">What is a Row House?<\/a><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Condominium<\/td>\r\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.com\/blog\/what-is-a-condominium-smrthme\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">What is a Condominium Meaning?<\/a><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Kutcha House<\/td>\r\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.squareyards.com\/blog\/kutcha-house-smrthme\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">What is a Kutcha House?<\/a><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-service-apartment-facilities\">Service Apartment Facilities<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify\">Service apartments are a great option if you are looking for affordable renting options. Following are the available facilities in service apartments.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Fully equipped kitchen\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Onsite laundry facilities\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Cleaning services\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> High-speed internet connection\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Cable or satellite TV\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Room service\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Air conditioning\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Linen and towels\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Secure parking\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 24-hour reception\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 24-hour security\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Onsite restaurant\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Gym and swimming pool\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Business and conference facilities\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Concierge services<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-are-pools-and-water-areas-safe-to-use-in-a-service-apartment\">Are Pools and Water Areas Safe to Use in a Service Apartment?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, most serviced apartments have pools and water areas that are safe to use. However, it is vital to check the rules and regulations of the particular serviced apartment to ensure that all safety precautions are being taken. For example, some serviced apartments may require a life vest or other safety equipment when using the pool or water area. Additionally, many serviced apartments provide a lifeguard on duty to ensure the safety of their guests.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-wrapping-up\">Wrapping Up<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"has-text-align-justify\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Summing up, a <\/span>service apartment is meant to offer inhabitants a unique and convenient living experience. With its modern amenities and services, Smart Home service apartments provide a comfortable and secure environment for its residents. Furthermore, the flexible payment plans available make it an affordable option for those looking for a convenient and stress-free living experience.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faq-s-about-service-apartment\">FAQ&#8217;s about Service Apartment<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\t\t<section\t\tclass=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h3>Q1. Are serviced apartments cheaper?<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Yes, compared to a hotel, service apartments are usually cheaper. However, the price of a service apartment will also depend on the location, size of the apartment, age of the property, and type of construction.<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section\t\tclass=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h3>Q2. How long can I stay in a serviced apartment?<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>You have to abide by no time frame while staying in a serviced apartment. You can stay as long as you want to in a service apartment.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section\t\tclass=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h3>Q3. Can you cook in a serviced apartment?<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Yes, you can cook while staying in a service apartment.<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section\t\tclass=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h3>Q4. 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