The Challenge
A media productions company approached Apartool with an urgent request: they needed temporary accommodation for a film production team in Barcelona. The production required 20 apartments for a period of 25 nights, a shorter-than-usual stay for the industry. Filming projects often demand extended accommodation solutions, but this particular request posed unique challenges. Apartool needed to provide a comprehensive solution within a tight timeframe, while ensuring the following critical requirements were met:
- Centralized location: Finding apartments within the same area of Barcelona, a city known for its high demand for accommodation.
- Cost-effective solutions: Securing apartments at a reduced price, without compromising the quality of facilities or services.
- Specialized needs: The production team required high-speed internet in every apartment, five pet-friendly apartments, and one apartment that was fully accessible for a crew member with mobility issues.
The client’s request for a 25-night stay, while shorter than the typical duration for media productions, required the same level of detailed attention, making it a challenging yet essential milestone for Apartool to achieve.
The Solution
Apartool, known for its agility and tailored solutions, responded swiftly to the agency’s request. Leveraging our strong network of property managers across Barcelona, we were able to secure 20 fully-equipped, high-quality apartments in the same neighborhood, ensuring the production team could stay close to one another and near their filming locations. Despite the high demand in the city, we successfully negotiated competitive rates, balancing the need for affordability with high-standard accommodations.
Every apartment was equipped with high-speed internet, critical for the production’s remote work and communications during the shoot. We also provided five pet-friendly apartments, allowing crew members to bring their pets without issues. Additionally, one apartment was specifically chosen for its accessibility features, providing a comfortable and safe living space for a crew member with mobility challenges.
Beyond just providing the accommodation, Apartool centralized all administrative tasks, simplifying the process for the media company. We handled all the logistical complexities, from booking to troubleshooting, allowing the agency to focus on the production. Moreover, we offered a unique invoicing flow, consolidating all expenses into a single invoice, streamlining their financial management and easing the administrative burden.
A Milestone in Short-Term Media Production Accommodation
The 25-night stay marked a significant achievement for Apartool, as this shorter-than-average duration presented a new challenge in an industry where stays typically last longer. Being able to accommodate such a specific, short-term requirement with the same level of quality and service as longer projects set a new benchmark for us. The media production industry has come to trust Apartool for its ability to handle both long-term and short-term projects, and this case underscored our adaptability and comprehensive service.
The Result
The film production team experienced a seamless and hassle-free stay throughout their 25-night production period. Thanks to Apartool’s ability to secure centralized, high-quality accommodations within a tight budget, the crew could focus entirely on their work without worrying about logistics. The centralized administrative management and single invoicing flow further reduced the workload for the media agency, making the entire process effortless from both a logistical and financial perspective.
Once again, Apartool demonstrated its capacity to meet the evolving needs of the media production industry, providing customized solutions even for short-term projects in a high-demand city like Barcelona.
Conclusion
Apartool’s ability to deliver a tailored, cost-effective solution for a 25-night production stay in Barcelona marked a significant milestone for the company. The combination of centralized accommodation, specialized services, and streamlined administrative processes reinforced Apartool’s position as a trusted partner in the media production industry, capable of meeting both short-term and long-term accommodation needs.
