The Rise of WFH in Business Travel

Even pre-pandemic the acronym ‘WFH’ (work from home) was on the rise. However, the pandemic with its countless lockdowns certainly accelerated the need to work from home. Millions of office workers who hadn’t already embraced a little WFH in their contracts were suddenly thrown into an entirely remote and digital world of working. Post pandemic, much of the world has acclimatised to the benefits of a part-time if not full-time WFH model.

So how does WFH translate into business travel? Well, for one the acronym is still the same, but it translates as ‘Work From Hotel’.

More and more hotels are converting their guest rooms and suites into work-friendly environments. Whether that be with improved, practical workspaces or free high speed Wifi to all rooms rather than just the lobby. Many hotels are also investing in new business centres and more comfortable meeting rooms. Business centres offer additional working space outside of guest rooms as well as facilities such as printing, scanning and faxing.

Most of our clientele are looking for hotels that offer the best work-friendly environments. Some clients with a hybrid or remote work lifestyle also require extended stays. These travellers are looking for the perfect blend in leisure and business facilities in a hotel. As well as the optimal work environment, this business traveller seeks perks for personal wellness and balance. Free breakfast, room service, fitness centres, spas and pools can all influence where this business traveller books their trip.

The most competitive of hotels will offer top-class leisure facilities alongside state-of-the-art business facilities to embrace the modern day WFH business traveller. Finding those hotels, within your company travel policy and budget, can be the headache!

Call us today on 0203 805 4599 for help sourcing the ideal hotel for your next business trip.