Electric cars are increasingly common on weekend getaways and road trips. Many popular tourist areas, from hill stations to beaches and heritage towns, sit far from dense public charging networks. For resorts, homestays and tourism businesses in these places, offering charging can be the deciding factor when an EV owner chooses where to stay.
Why it matters more outside cities
In a city, a driver can usually find another charger nearby. In a hill station or a remote coastal area, the place they stay may be the only reliable option. Hosts who offer charging remove the biggest worry about taking an EV on holiday, and drivers remember it.
Right-sizing for small properties
- Homestays and small guest houses: one or two lower-power chargers are often enough for overnight guests, and may fit within the existing connection.
- Resorts: several chargers serve guests, with a faster unit for day visitors to restaurants and attractions.
- Restaurants and attractions on tourist routes: faster chargers add range during a meal or visit and bring in passing travellers.
Handling weak grid supply
Rural and hill areas can have limited or unreliable electricity supply. Load management keeps charging within the property's capacity, and solar power with battery storage can support charging during the day and through outages.
List your chargers on popular EV apps and maps and mention them in your booking listings. Drivers search for charging before they search for rooms.
Charging guests
Properties can include charging in the room rate, bill it on checkout, or let guests pay per session through an app. Clear information at booking, and a short guide at check-in, avoids confusion.
Good practice
- Place chargers in well-lit, accessible spots near the entrance.
- Train staff on basic use and who to call if a charger fails.
- Keep chargers networked so faults are detected remotely, even at remote sites.
How PxT can help
PxT Energies and EVee Buddy help tourism businesses choose, install and run chargers, including sites with limited grid supply, and make them visible to drivers. Read more in our guide to making your venue an EV-friendly destination.