Studio, One, Two or Three Bedroom: Which Apartment Size Fits Your Group?
Picking an apartment size sounds simple until you are booking. Will a studio feel cramped for two people for a week? Does a family of five need three bedrooms? Is a bigger unit worth the extra cost?
This guide answers those questions for short and long stays, not for renting a home. It uses the real sizes of the units we run at Best Trip Hotels, so you can compare by square metres, beds and space, not just by name. You can see all our serviced apartments in Jeddah and our Jazan branch on our main site.
What Each Apartment Type Means
Unit names are used loosely in the travel industry, so it helps to define them first.
Studio. One main room that holds the beds, a seating area and usually a kitchenette, with a private bathroom. There is no internal door between where you sleep and where you sit.
Junior suite. A larger studio-style room, sometimes with a separate seating area or a sofa bed. At Al Andalus Tolen, our Junior Suites are 50 m².
One-bedroom apartment. A bedroom with a door, plus a separate living area. One person can sleep while another watches TV or works.
Two-bedroom apartment. Two separate bedrooms and a shared living area. Usually one bedroom has a double bed and the other has two singles.
Three-bedroom apartment. Three bedrooms around a shared living space, built for large families and groups.
All of these sit within the wider idea of an apartment-style stay. Our guide on what is a serviced apartment explains what is normally included, from housekeeping to kitchen equipment.
Studio vs One-Bedroom Apartment
This is the choice most couples and solo travellers face. The difference is less about floor area and more about having a door.
When a studio is enough
You are travelling alone or as a couple.
You are staying a few nights and will be out most of the day.
You want the lowest nightly rate for apartment-style space.
When a one-bedroom is worth it
One of you sleeps early or naps during the day.
You are travelling with a baby who needs a dark, quiet room.
You will work from the apartment and need a separate space for calls.
You are staying a week or longer.
Size varies a lot by building. A studio at Al Andalus Tolen is 30 m², while a Standard Studio at Best Trip Milano is 60 m², larger than some one-bedroom units elsewhere. Compare square metres, not just the label.
One-Bedroom vs Two-Bedroom Apartment
This choice usually comes down to children and privacy.
A one-bedroom with a sofa bed can fit a couple and one child for a short stay. Our Milano and Tolen one-bedroom apartments both have a sofa bed in the living room.
A two-bedroom is better when:
There are two or more children, or older children who need their own beds.
Two adults who are not a couple are sharing, such as colleagues or siblings.
Grandparents are travelling with the family.
The stay is longer than a few nights.
Our guide to serviced apartment vs hotel explains why one two-bedroom apartment often costs less than two separate hotel rooms.
Matching Apartment Size to Your Group
This table shows what usually works for common groups. It is a starting point; your own comfort and budget may lead you up or down a size.
Your group
Unit that usually works
Why
Solo business traveller
Studio
Enough space for a short work trip
Couple, short stay
Studio
One open room is enough for a few nights
Couple, a week or more
One-bedroom
A door between sleeping and living space
Couple and a baby
One-bedroom with a cot
Baby sleeps in the bedroom, adults use the living room
Two colleagues
Studio with twin beds, or a two-bedroom
Twin beds for short trips, separate rooms for privacy
Family of four
Two-bedroom
Parents and children in separate rooms
Family of five
Two-bedroom with sofa bed, or three-bedroom
Depends on children’s ages
Family of six
Three-bedroom
Every person has a bed
Group of seven or eight
Three-bedroom plus a one-bedroom, or two connecting units
One unit is rarely enough
If your group sits between two sizes, extra beds and cots can sometimes close the gap. Our guide to extra beds, baby cots and occupancy limits explains how occupancy is counted and when an extra bed makes sense.
Real Unit Sizes at Best Trip Hotels
These sizes come from our branch pages. Unit types that do not show a size on our website are left out of the figures.
Unit type
Sizes across our branches
Studio
30 m² at Al Andalus Tolen; 40 m² at City Zone; 40 m² and 50 m² at Marsilia; 60 m² at Milano; 60 m² at Istanbul
Junior Suite
50 m² at Al Andalus Tolen, with or without sea view
One-bedroom
45 m² at Al Andalus Tolen; 60 m² at City Zone; 70 m² at Paris; 80 m² at Milano; 75 m² at Valencia
Two-bedroom
60 m² at Al Andalus Tolen; 65 m² and 75 m² at City Zone; 70 m² at Marsilia; 90 m² at Paris; 100 m² at Milano; 90 m² at Valencia; 100 m² at Istanbul
Three-bedroom
120 m² at Milano
Best Trip Valencia in Jazan and Best Trip Istanbul in Jeddah offer one and two-bedroom apartments, and Istanbul also has studios. The published sizes are: Valencia one-bedroom 75 m² and two-bedroom 90 m²; Istanbul studio 60 m² and two-bedroom 100 m².
Space Per Person: A Simple Way to Compare
Square metres per person is a useful way to compare units of different types. Divide the unit size by the number of people staying.
For example, at Best Trip Milano:
A couple in the 60 m² studio has about 30 m² each.
A family of four in the 100 m² two-bedroom has about 25 m² each.
A family of six in the 120 m² three-bedroom has about 20 m² each.
For a stay of a week or more, many families feel comfortable with around 20 m² per person or more. Below that, the unit starts to feel busy, especially with luggage and children’s things.
Cost Per Person: When Bigger Is Better Value
Larger units cost more per night, but often less per person. Here is how it looked on the Best Trip Milano page when we checked on 12 November 2026:
Unit
Listed nightly rate (before tax)
Sleeping places in beds
Rate per person
Standard Studio, 60 m²
SAR 102.50
2
About SAR 51
One-bedroom, 80 m²
SAR 111
2, plus a sofa bed
About SAR 37 to 56
Two-bedroom, 100 m²
SAR 145
4, plus a sofa bed
About SAR 29 to 36
Three-bedroom, 120 m²
SAR 171
6
About SAR 29
Please note: these rates are not confirmed prices. Our rates change regularly with the season and demand, so use the table only to see how the per-person maths works. For updated and accurate rates for your dates, visit the branch page of the hotel you want to book, where current prices are shown. Listed rates exclude 15% VAT and the 2.5% city tax. Our guide to hotel taxes in Saudi Arabia shows how those charges are added to your bill.
Other Things That Matter Besides Bedrooms
Bedroom count is only part of the picture. Before you book, check these too.
Bed types
Twin beds and a double bed are not interchangeable. Colleagues and siblings usually want twins, and grandparents often prefer single beds. At Al Andalus Tolen, Studios come with two single beds or one double, and Best Trip Paris offers one-bedroom units with either a double bed or two singles.
Kitchen
Most of our apartments have a kitchenette with a fridge, kettle and microwave. At Best Trip Milano, some apartments have a separate kitchen as well as a kitchenette, while others have a kitchenette only, with no separate kitchen room. City Zone provides full kitchens for long stays. If you plan to cook every day, ask for a unit with a separate kitchen when you book.
Living room
A separate living room lets one group rest while another is awake. It is the main difference between a one-bedroom and a studio, and it matters more the longer you stay.
Bathrooms
Most units in our portfolio list one private bathroom. For large groups, plan for morning queues, or book two units.
Choosing a Size for Long Stays
For stays of a month or more, size the unit for daily life, not just for sleeping. You will cook, work, wash clothes and spend evenings indoors.
Best Trip City Zone in An Nuzhah is our dedicated monthly property, with studios, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments, full kitchens and a washing machine on request. Best Trip Istanbul in Al Rawabi also offers monthly stays in studios, one and two-bedroom apartments. Monthly terms are agreed directly with us, and you can see the City Zone units on the Best Trip City Zone page.
Umrah trips often mean long days in Makkah and rest days in Jeddah, so a family needs more space than for a quick city visit. A two-bedroom apartment is usually the minimum for a family of four on Umrah. Our guide to Umrah with kids covers unit sizes, cots and rest-day planning for families.
Common Sizing Mistakes
Booking by bedroom count alone. A 60 m² studio can be more spacious than a 45 m² one-bedroom.
Counting the sofa bed as a full bed for an adult on a long stay.
Ignoring bed types. Twin beds and a double serve different groups.
Choosing the smallest unit to save money when a larger one costs less per person.
Forgetting luggage. Large suitcases take real floor space in a studio.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a studio and a one-bedroom apartment?
A studio has one main room for sleeping and living. A one-bedroom has a separate bedroom with a door, plus a living area.
How many people can stay in a studio apartment?
Most studios suit one or two people. At Best Trip Hotels, several studios have two single beds or one double bed.
Is a two-bedroom apartment big enough for a family of four?
Yes, in most cases. Parents take one bedroom and the children take the other. Our two-bedroom units range from 60 m² to 100 m².
Do I need a three-bedroom apartment for six people?
It is the most comfortable option. Best Trip Milano’s 120 m² three-bedroom apartment has beds for six.
How big is a typical one-bedroom apartment?
Our one-bedroom units range from 45 m² at Al Andalus Tolen to 80 m² at Best Trip Milano.
Is a bigger apartment cheaper per person?
Often, yes. At Best Trip Milano, the three-bedroom apartment worked out at around SAR 29 per person per night before tax when we checked, compared with about SAR 51 per person in a studio for two. These figures are not confirmed prices, as our rates change with the season. Check the hotel’s branch page for updated rates.
Can I book two apartments next to each other?
Yes, where available. Al Andalus Tolen and Best Trip Paris have connecting rooms for large families.
Book the Right Size With Best Trip Hotels
The right apartment size makes every day of a trip easier. At Best Trip Hotels, you can choose from studios, one, two and three-bedroom apartments across six branches in Jeddah and one in Jazan.
Largest family units: Best Trip Milano in Al Ajaweed, from 60 m² studios to 120 m² three-bedroom apartments, with a separate kitchen in some units.
Close to the airport: Best Trip Paris in An Nuzhah, with 70 m² one-bedroom and 90 m² two-bedroom apartments.
Compact and central: Al Andalus Tolen in Al Baghdadiyah, with studios, junior suites and two-bedroom apartments.
Twin-bed studios and a two-bedroom deluxe: Best Trip Marsilia in Sayed Al Shuhada.
Monthly stays: City Zone and Istanbul. Contact us for monthly terms.
Jazan: Best Trip Valencia, with one and two-bedroom apartments.
Not sure which size fits? Tell our team who is travelling, on +966 547010115 by phone or WhatsApp, 24 hours a day. Our guide to booking direct vs booking sites explains why it is easier to arrange the right unit when you talk to the property directly.
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