2006-11-30 20:54:09 · 6 answers · asked by toppopsy 3 in Travel ➔ Travel (General) ➔ Other - Destinations
The word "motel" is derived from the two words "motor" and "hotel". A motel is a hotel catering mainly to motorists, so has those characteristics. Generally along a highway and meeting the needs of travelers.
2006-12-01 03:59:39 · answer #1 · answered by budget strapped 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The doors to motels go directly outside. Hotel rooms lead into the building.
2006-12-01 05:01:47 · answer #2 · answered by Anna 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First difference is the spelling :-)
A motel is usually for customers with cars and has less facilities than a hotel.
2006-12-01 05:05:22 · answer #3 · answered by KK Oz 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In addition to the answer above most motels don't exceed 2 floors in height whereas hotels can be extremely tall. Hotels usually have valets, bellboys, restaurants, gift shops, sometimes a beauty salon & a bar plus hotels cost more.
2006-12-01 05:04:23 · answer #4 · answered by Judith 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hotels have hallways. Motels don't. You just open the door and you're inside your room.
2006-12-01 07:28:23 · answer #5 · answered by Betty Mae Bop 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Motels usually have all their rooms with direct access to a car-park; hotels usually don't.
2006-12-01 04:58:16 · answer #6 · answered by Matthew H 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋