OKW 2-bedroom Lock-off?

[danicaw]

We are sharing a 2-bedroom with my Mom on our upcoming trip and I am unsure which configuration would work better for us.
Can someone tell the differences between a lock-off 2 bedroom and one that isn't?
We are looking for the option with more privacy.

We have stayed in OKW 1 bedrooms before.
Thanks for any help.

 

[Chuck S]

A lock-off is essentially a studio that adjoins a 1 bedroom. The 2nd bedroom (Studio) will have a kitchenette and an exterior entryway in addition to being "attached" to the 1 bedroom. This gives the occupant the ability to enter and leave the unit without going through the 1 bedroom section.

A dedicated 2 bedroom will not have the kitchenette and there will be additional closet space where the entryway would be for the studio.

 

[jodifla]

Since the lock-offs are designed to be rented seperately too, they have the little kitchen area and a separate door to the outside that dedicated two bedrooms don't have.

 

[DebbieB]

The main differences are a lockoff has a separate exit/entrance in the second bedroom and a kitchenette (small fridge, microwave, toaster, coffee maker). A dedicated would not have the separate entrance, there would be an extra closet in it's place. In place of the kitchenette there's another bathroom sink and countertop.

Will your mom be going out separately? She may want her own entrance. Will she get up early and maybe want to make coffee in her own room? A lockoff would probably allow her more "alone" time in her room.

You mentioned upcoming trip - they book either dedicated or lockoff upfront, you may want to check what they have you down for.

 

[RobDoc]

The lock-off will also have it's own balcony/patio.

To recap:
Dedicated will have one outside entrance and extra closet space.

Lock-off will have two entrances, mini-kitchen in the 2nd BR, balcony/patio.

Some consider having two entrances a plus (for privacy with multiple couples/families)- others consider it a negative (for safety/security with young children).

If you have a strong preference, you should request one type or the other.

Enjoy!

 

[danicaw]

Thank you guys!

This answers all my questions.
Thank you.

 

[Uncleromulus]

I believe the lock-off has it's own thermostat also.
Could be very important in case one family or the other likes it especially hot, or relatively cool.