Accommodation: Accessible Hotel Room

AT-A-GLANCE
Challenge Type: Mobility / Walking
Accommodation Type: Facility / Structural
Summary: Provides a hotel room with features such as wider doorways (32 inches clear width), grab bars in the bathroom, and accessible showers/tubs. May also include lowered countertops, visual or tactile fire alarms, and accessible routes to hotel amenities.

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What is Accessible Hotel Room?

An Accessible Hotel Room, also known as an ADA-compliant room or barrier-free hotel room, is designed to accommodate guests with mobility, sensory, or other functional limitations. These rooms feature modifications such as wider doorways, roll-in showers, grab bars, lowered light switches, and visual or auditory alert systems. By providing these features, accessible hotel rooms offer a comfortable and safe lodging experience for individuals using wheelchairs, walkers, or those with hearing or vision impairments. These accommodations promote independence and dignity, allowing travelers with disabilities to enjoy their stay with ease and confidence.

Who Benefits

  • People with mobility challenges, including wheelchair users and those with limited strength or balance.
  • Individuals with sensory impairments, such as hearing or vision loss, who need specialized alerts and accessible controls.

How to Use Accessible Hotel Room Effectively

When booking, specify the need for an accessible hotel room to receive the appropriate features. Upon arrival, check that all accessibility elements, like grab bars and visual alarms, are functioning properly. Use the room’s accessible controls and fixtures as intended, and report any issues to hotel staff promptly. Regularly clean and maintain accessible features to keep them in good working order during your stay.

Key Considerations

  • Costs vary depending on hotel and location; booking early can help secure accessible rooms at standard rates.
  • Accessible hotel rooms are suitable for both business travel and leisure stays, supporting remote or in-office work needs.
  • Rooms comply with ADA standards and local safety regulations to provide a secure environment.

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