5.1 Independent hotels
Operated and managed by their owners
A greater sense of individuality
Can be located in vary areas
Room rate is usually similar to the chain hotels
5.2 Chain hotels
owned by one owner or one company
the use of name and expertise in setting up hotels
Architectural design
company training program
Standards
Benefits of having chain affiliation
well-known name
bulk purchasing
group marketing
assistance in the setting up and management