Let’s cut the fluff—if you’re running a construction business, you already know travel and accommodation costs are a nightmare. Prices keep climbing, salaries are going up, and your margins are getting squeezed harder than a bricklayer’s handshake.
The old way? Shoving your team into overpriced hotels, wasting thousands on meals, and pretending it’s “just part of the job.”
But if you’re serious about keeping more money in your pocket—without treating your workforce like second-class citizens—you need a smarter game plan.
So, here’s how to stop throwing away your budget and actually control your accommodation costs.
Why Serviced Stays Are a No-Brainer for Construction Teams
Hotels? Overpriced.
Short-term rentals? A logistical headache.
Serviced stays? Best of both worlds.
Instead of dropping a fortune on single-night rates and overpriced room service, serviced accommodation gives you:
✅ Lower costs for longer stays – No more “weekend surge” pricing.
✅ More space for the crew – No one wants to live out of a suitcase.
✅ Proper kitchens – Because paying £15 for a sandwich at a service station is daylight robbery.
✅ All-in pricing – Wi-Fi, utilities, cleaning. No sneaky add-ons.
Now, let’s get into the real money-saving tactics…
How to Stop Overpaying for Accommodation (Like an Amateur)
1. Book in Advance—Or Pay the “Last-Minute Premium”
If you’re leaving bookings until the last minute, you’re burning cash. Peak construction seasons wipe out the best stays—leaving you stuck with either extortionate prices or subpar accommodation.
Smart operators lock in deals early. Better locations, better prices, no panic. Simple.
2. Stop Booking Tiny Hotel Rooms—Go Big
Why are you cramming your team into overpriced shoeboxes when a bigger property costs less per head?
Larger serviced stays mean:
- More beds, less cost per person.
- Common spaces for team meetings (or just somewhere to drink a brew that isn’t the end of a bed).
- No more paying per room like it’s a holiday trip.
3. Pick the Right Amenities—Don’t Pay for Extras You Don’t Need
A “business centre” and a gym? Nice, but unnecessary.
What you actually need:
✔ Full kitchen – Because eating out every night bleeds budgets dry.
✔ Free Wi-Fi – No one’s paying £10 a day for “premium internet” in 2025.
✔ Parking – Because “£25 a night for a van” is a joke.
4. Think Long-Term—Not “One-Night Stand” Stays
If your team’s on a long project, stop booking short stays like a tourist.
Extended stay deals slash nightly rates, lock in availability, and save you from constant check-outs and rebookings.
5. Use a Booking Platform That’s Built for Businesses
If you’re still trawling through Airbnb or hotel sites, you’re making life harder than it needs to be.
Corporate booking platforms (like Luke Stays) negotiate better rates, give you one system to manage everything, and actually understand what businesses need—so you don’t end up booking a “luxury studio” that turns out to be a glorified bedsit.
Final Word: Stop Letting Travel Costs Drain Your Bottom Line
Construction is expensive enough without throwing money away on overpriced, inefficient stays.
The fix? Smarter booking, serviced stays, and actually planning ahead.
Want a no-nonsense way to sort your crew’s accommodation without overpaying? We’ve got the best stays, best rates, and best locations for construction teams.
👉 Email or call us—we’ll sort it, so you can focus on getting the job done.