Graduates Hotels Enters Short-Term Home Rental Market With Graduate Homes - AFAR

"A hotel-branded short-term rental program offering two premium homes near the University of Michigan as part of an effort to increase accommodation during peak university events. The Ann Arbor inventory includes a four-bedroom/two-bath house and a five-bedroom/six-bath house; all listings must meet the program’s premium criteria (minimum three bedrooms, full kitchens, living rooms, and laundry areas). Guests have access to hotel-like amenities—a dedicated concierge who can prestock the fridge and plan tailgating, complimentary bike rentals, shuttle service, pool and fitness-center access, and discounts at nearby hotel bars/restaurants—as well as optional in-home experiences through a partner app (for example, yoga or chocolate tastings). Pricing varies by property (roughly $500–$3,000, taxes excluded) with no extra cleaning or administrative fees. The program also manages guest communication, post-stay cleaning, and provides essentials such as glassware and towels, setting it apart from peer-to-peer rental marketplaces." - Bailey Berg