What to choose PG or Hotel?

Hostel vs PG: Which one is better?

Hostels are designed primarily for students and emphasizes communal living. It lacks even the most fundamental conveniences, including WIFI, housekeeping, ACs, coolers, etc., and only has public restrooms.

 In comparison to PG, living in a hostel is fairly reasonable, however there may occasionally be additional hidden charges. Hostels that have adequate security personnel at all hours of the day and night offer a secure environment; in contrast, PG accommodations are generally secure but occasionally lack that security. 

PG housing offers a level of freedom that students living in hostels could not have access to since they need a parent's or local guardian's permission to do so.

If you have a single room at a PG, you might enjoy a great deal of privacy, however hostels are boisterous all the time, so forget about getting some alone time. Hostels make compromises with cleanliness, whereas PGs maintain a clean and hygienic environment, which is essential during a covid outbreak. 

The majority of bathrooms are filthy. Hostel food is a mess, whereas PGs typically serve straightforward but delicious meals.

Facilities that a PG stay offers

• Infrastructure

A paying guest typically receives a furnished room as well as access to a bathroom, whether it be attached or not. The majority of PGs furnish the room with a bed, a geyser, an almirah, a table, and a chair. However, some additionally offer audio systems and televisions in a communal area or occasionally in the room. A few sizable PGs near KarveNagar also have parking available.

• Food

Most PG lodgings provide food, usually from a predetermined menu. Meal times are typically predetermined. In some instances, a separate kitchenette with a stove and gas hookup, sufficient cookware, and a refrigerator is offered.

• Laundry

 Each room may occasionally have its own washer and iron, though most often there is just one washer available for everyone to use. However, a lot of visitors don't have the time to do their own laundry and instead opt to hire a local domestic worker or washerwoman in exchange for a little charge.

Benefits of living in a PG

• Homely environment

In many Indian cities, the majority of PGs place a big emphasis on providing each student with the best  comfort, hygiene, and cuisine. Usually, you would find someone is always present to make the student's preferred food and provide necessary room service.

• Security

PG accommodations have excellent security features, making them a very safe choice for single women and bachelors. Many of them provide 24-hour support of security guards, CCTV, and safety alarms.

• Landlord attends to unexpected medical needs

Each student residing in the PG housing is under the care of the home's owner. In order to build a supportive atmosphere for the infected person's recovery, he or she must be able to summon a doctor in the event of any disease or other medical emergency.