We are both scientists at heart. No prose to describe these lobbies for you (ok a little prose) but we to perform an objective analysis. Every lobby is different. If you want to sit and read a book the Fontainebleu on Friday night is not the place. However if you want to people watch and grab a slightly overpriced cocktail then it is the place to go. So we offer you some details metrics that we think are important. We have narrowed it down to three broad categories:
- Social
- Business/Professional
- Family
Each one will get a score on a scale from 1 to 5. Several factors are considered in each category and are listed below.
For the Business/Professional:
- Outlets: can you recharge conveniently?
- Noise Level: Background music is nice, but are the acoustics too distracting?
- Wifi: Most hotels offer it for a fee. Are you able to log on without logging in?
- Beverages: Are coffee and water available? Free or for purchase?
- Amenities: Is there access to a printer or business center for printing or computing beyond the mobile type?
- Could you meet up with out of town clients for a business meeting or an interview?
For the Socialite:
- Natural Light:
- Food and Drink: Is it in close proximity to available cocktails, snacks or an easy transition to a meal?
- Size of Group: Is it good for couples or can it accommodate a large group?
- Indoor and Outdoor Spaces: Is it nice in all seasons or does it shine in the middle of winter?
- Entertainment: Is there live music? A jazz band or the local teenager with a guitar?
- Is there a lobby happy hour?
Family:
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- Clientele: Are there spring breakers coming out of the wood work or does the hotel cater to a more diverse group where children would not be exposed to guests who are partying
- Is the area safe for small children
- Is there room for kids to run around and play games
- Are there games or televisions for entertainment
- Does the lobby boast beautiful but expensive and fragile decor (art, vases, glass etc) that would be at risk from small rowdy hands.