noun
- Plural of floatel; floating hotels or accommodation vessels, typically used in offshore locations or as temporary lodging.
Usage: Informal or specialized term; Often used in maritime, tourism, or offshore industry contexts
Examples
- The oil company contracted several floatels to house workers on the offshore platform.
- Tourists booked rooms on one of the floatels anchored near the island.
- During the construction project, floatels served as temporary housing for the crew.
- The floatels were equipped with dining facilities and recreational areas for the residents.