Bleisure, the mixture of business and leisure travel, has been embraced by millennial business travelers in recent years. How did this come about? With the pandemic, the rise of remote work has shifted how business people are traveling, and millennials are cashing in on the perks of working remotely. And they have needs. Millennial business travelers seek hotels in destination-worthy cities, accommodations that have wellness amenities, and of course, fast and reliable Wi-Fi 24/7. Here’s our round-up of the top hotels for millennial bleisure travelers.
Centrally located in-between Phoenix and Scottsdale, the Vīb Best Western Tempe is in the heart of Downtown Tempe. Tempe is home to Arizona State University (ASU) and the hotel is conveniently in walking distance to many of the staple sights, like the Sun Devil Stadium, home of ASU football, Tempe Town Lake, where boating is a must-do, and Hayden Butte, a paved hiking trail on “A” Mountain that gives magnificent views of Downtown Tempe. On the property, Vīb Best Western Tempe boasts delicious tastes of Cousins Maine Lobster, a rooftop deck with panoramic views, a cocktail lounge, and a 24-hour gym.
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If you’re lucky enough to do business in Asheville, North Carolina, you’ll have to have a beer or two in “Beer City, U.S.A.” and stay at GLō Best Western Asheville Tunnel Road. Located two miles from Downtown Asheville, you are steps away from Asheville Brewing Company, One World Brewing, and Wicked Weed Brewing Pub. If nature’s more your scene, the GLō Best Western Asheville Tunnel Road is only short drive to Mount Mitchell, the tallest mountain on the East Coast, and Dupont Forest, which has hiking trails and waterfalls. At the property, indulge in your bleisure trip by enjoying a heated indoor pool, using the 24-hour business center, and working out at the 24-hour gym.
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If you’re a road warrior traveling on Route 66, you have to stay at GLō Best Western Tulsa-Catoosa East Route 66 in Catoosa, Oklahoma. Take advantage of the sights, like the Gathering Place, Tulsa’s 66.5-acre riverfront park nestled along the Arkansas River and voted by USA Today as “Top 10 Best New Attractions of 2019.” Or check out the Blue Whale of Catoosa, one of the coolest road side attractions on Route 66. GLō Best Western Tulsa-Catoosa East Route 66 offers same day dry cleaning, a 24-hour business center, and a 24-hour gym to achieve the ultimate work life balance.
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Berkeley is no longer the hippie town it used to be in the ’60s, but it still embraces art and innovation in present day times. If you find yourself in this eclectic NorCal city, definitely book a stay at Aiden by Best Western @ Berkeley. Located less than a mile from Downtown Berkeley, you can rent a bike in the lobby and ride down to all the restaurants Berkeley has to offer. Come back and relax on the rooftop terrace where TRX bands and yoga mats are available free of charge and enjoy meeting new friends at the daily complimentary evening reception from 5-6pm.
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Located conveniently in Denver’s artsy RiNo District, Vīb Best Western Denver/RiNo is the perfect place to stay to explore Denver on foot. One block from Vīb Best Western Denver/RiNo is Logan House Coffee Company, Kuma’s Corner, Great Divide Brewing Company, Thai Kun, and RiNo ArtPark. On-site amenities include a rooftop restaurant with amazing views, two cocktail lounges, and 24-hour business center. We won’t blame you for extending your trip.
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