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Visitors to Prince Edward Island need not fret about finding a pillow upon which to rest their head after a days excursions. However, one might worry about how to choose from the wide array of accommodations that Prince Edward Island has to offer. Due to the seasonal nature of the Islands tourism industry, some proprietors are open only during the tourist season. The best source of information and contact numbers for Island accommodations is the Visitors Guide, which is updated and published annually by the provincial Department of Tourism. All properties listed in the Guide are inspected to ensure they meet provincial cleanliness and state-of-repair regulations. Accommodations found on the Island are grouped into the following categories: Hotel/Motel, Resort, Cottage, Bed and Breakfast/Hospitality Home, and Inn. Hotels and motels provide a range of facilities and services in addition to their guestrooms with private bath facilities. Many private property owners operate independent hotels and motels in communities throughout the province. The Island is also home to numerous national and international hotel/motel franchises. Resorts differ from hotel/motels in that they are considered destination properties offering extensive recreational activities, on-site dining, and many additional guest services. Cottages, very popular among vacationers, are self-contained units with private baths and cooking facilities. They can incorporate detached or linked units and include houses and housekeeping apartments or suites.
Prince Edward Island boasts over fifty campgrounds or RV parks. The vast majority of these properties are seasonal operations. All provide basic amenities including washroom facilities, serviced sites, and playgrounds. Many also have beaches, pools, recreation programs, supply stores and Laundromats. However, winter camping on the Island is growing in popularity and campground owners are striving to meet the demand. |