Various types of tourist accommodations are -

Hotel - An establishment that provides travelers with paid accommodation and other guest services. Depending on size, location, and amenities, hotels are generally rated from one-star to five stars, but letter grading (from “A” to “F”) and other rating schemes are also used to categorize hotels across the world.

Hôtel Particulier - Originating in 17th century France, the term hôtel particulier usually refers to a nobleman’s townhouse of great historical and architectural significance. Out of Paris’ 2,000 original hôtels particuliers, only 500 still stand today, and many of them have been converted into museums (Musée Eugene Delacroix, Maison de Victor Hugo), ultra-exclusive retreats (Le Pourtales), or public hotels (Hôtel de Crillon, Hôtel Particulier Montmartre).

Hostel - Ideal for budget travelers and backpackers, a hostel is an inexpensive type of accommodation, usually with shared bedrooms and communal facilities.

Motel - Originally designed for motorists, motels are roadside hotels equipped with minimal amenities and ample parking areas for motor vehicles.

Cottage - In today’s tourism sector, the term cottage is used to describe a small vacation house, typically in a rural area.

Chalet - Chalets are wooden Alpine-style buildings commonly found in and around mountain resorts.

Boutique Hotel - Often furnished in a themed, individual style, boutique hotels are intimate in size and focus on providing guests with high-quality, personalized experiences. (See also What is a Boutique Hotel)

Mansion - Usually built for the wealthy, mansions are large, opulent houses that generally pay homage to a historic architectural style.

Lodge - Although the word ’lodge’ has many different meanings, one of them refers to a small rural house used by people on holiday or occupied seasonally by sports enthusiasts (ski lodge, hunting lodge).

Timeshare - Usually located in a sought-after destination, a timeshare is a type of vacation property with shared ownership and use rights. The term first appeared in the United Kingdom during the ‘60s and has multiple variations today, both in style and type of proprietorship. Moreover, choosing a timeshare for rent can be a smart alternative to staying in a hotel room, offering superior amenities and better value.

Riad - A traditional Moroccan house built around a central courtyard, often converted into an intimate hotel or guesthouse.

Resort - Although a resort is primarily known as a destination frequented by vacationers in search of relaxation and entertainment, the term is also used to describe a full service lodging establishment that offers extensive guest services and recreational facilities.

Igloo - A typical Eskimo house, an igloo is a dome-shaped snow structure meant to provide temporary or permanent shelter in cold climates.

Cortijo - Characteristic to Southern Spain (Andalusia, La Mancha y Extremadura), a cortijo is a type of rural property usually consisting of multiple buildings, a large patio, and cultivated lands.

Villa - Originated in Roman times, a villa is often described as a luxurious country residence.

Treehouse - Usually designed for recreational purposes, a treehouse, or tree house, is a structure built or placed among the branches of a tree.

Apartment - Also known as flat (British), an apartment is a self-contained accommodation unit housed in a building containing a number of such units.

Ice Hotel - An ice hotel is a non-permanent hotel constructed from ice and snow in areas with sub-freezing temperatures.

Camp - A collection of tents, huts, or other temporary structures used for travelers to