I have visited a few hotels with ladies-only floor in the Middle East and Asia, and spoken to the people who created similar concepts in Europe and North America. 

 

My observation is that ladies-only floors typically exist in very large hotels – where a designated a floor or two is reserved for female guests.  These floors typically have women-only staff (from housekeeping to room service...), and strong security.  For instance, many hotels have installed cameras in the hallways, and floors are only accessible through secured cards.

 

Inside the rooms - and it varies between hotels - the amenities are often adapted to women guests' needs (or what hotels think women need -- more on that in a future article!). Examples include women magazines (decor, cuisine...), luxury feminine bathroom toiletries and sometimes a bit more pink than needed!

 

Talking to a staff member at the ITC Royal Gardenia in Bangalore, I was told that their women-only floor was very popular with airline crews!  They mention that many flights attendants in India are younger women who did not travel extensively prior to starting their job. Because they often have unusual travel schedules (late / early flights), many feel more comfortable checking-in in a hotel that have ladies-only staff.

 

At the Bella Sky Comwell, in Copenhagen, the idea was based on research about women expectations. Located near the Copenhagen convention center, the hotel is hoping to attract an international crowd (both business and leisure travelers) who want to feel pampered with lady like amenities like ionic hairdryers, nail files, and cosmetic mirrors with magnification.

 

I was wondering if any of you has ever stayed in this type of hotel, or if it is something you would be willing to try?