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While driving back to Cali after a boat trip down the Colorado River, a father and son passed by a crowded RV park and got into a lively discussion about the cost, size, maintenance, gas consumption, and carbon footprint of the average RV—noting how these things compromise the very freedom owners seek. Ultimately, they questioned whether or not the average adventurer has the dollars, space, or time to buy, store, and maintain something as cumbersome and expensive as an RV.
In weighing alternatives like vans, tents, and teardrop trailers, they realized there were precious few options for space-and-time-strapped road warriors. Sure, they could always pitch a tent or tow a trailer, but what about their gear, sleeping comfortably off the ground, traversing the elements, and securing their stuff while exploring? And what about storage space and tow capacity for people with tiny homes and cars who also dream of big adventures?
At that moment, the idea for a small, towable, stow-able, retractable, lockable, weather-resistant sleep trailer that could double as on-the-road storage space was born. The following day, they started building the first Hitch Hotel.
2000 - Boy meets girl, they fall in love, start a business and their family.
2003 - Built upon their passion for off-roading and the outdoors, Artec Industries is born.
2008 - Artec wins its first award for engineering excellence. Artie and Stacy continue building their brand of offering truly durable and tough vehicle components.
2018 - Artie and Stacy realize that while their extremely capable off-road vehicles can go anywhere, there wasn't a comfortable solution to bring along their growing family. Plans to design an off-roading trailer are born.
2019 - The first renderings of the prototype are completed. Construction begins. Xpedition Trailers Voyager Trailer is born and in December of 2019, it takes its maiden voyage.
Save time, space, and money
The anywhere, anytime RV for those with just 3.5 feet of storage space and a dream. No garage, driveway, or parking spot required.
Less gas, waste, and environmental impact
Just fill up your tank on your car, hitch us to your ride, and go. No hook-ups, no emissions, and no increased carbon footprint.
Freedom on your terms
Why make reservations when your room is always ready? All you need is a car, your gear and the open road.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Hitch Hotel was explicitly designed to be towed behind vehicles big and small—and can be supported by any vehicle. A Class 1 hitch assembly is required in the US to tow the Hitch Hotel. This is the lightest hitch assembly produced with limits of 200 lbs. tongue weight and 2000 lbs. total weight. With a total tongue weight of 145-160 lbs. and a total weight of 950 lbs., the Hitch Hotel can be safely towed by any vehicle—anywhere.
We will not have a dealer network in the US. Instead, we will be creating an Installer Network across the country.
Not at this time. However, we are working on a rental program for the future.
We expect to begin deliveries within 8-10 weeks from the reservation date of an order.
If you move, simply notify us at holly@hitchhotel.com, and we will arrange to have it shipped to your new address or to the nearest Installer.
Please contact us to discuss returns
The Hitch Hotel carries a limited 12-month warranty on quality and craftsmanship.
Generally, when towing a trailer behind a vehicle, the vehicle’s insurance covers the towed unit. However, checking with your insurance company about coverages and limits is best.
Not at this time—we will however explore this option in the future.
Hitch Hotel currently comes in one configuration. In the future, we would love to offer true customization.
Currently, we are only focusing on white. However, we hope to have color options in the future.
No. The Hitch Hotel comes standard with padded flooring. We do have suppliers that you can order mattresses from. Please contact us for more information.
Yes. The Hitch Hotel comes standard with a 12v 100AH lithium ion battery, lithium battery charger, and a 300 watt solar blanket. Additionally, the Hitch Hotel is hard wired for US 110 volt / 30amp outside power source. (generator or land/shore power)
No.
Yes, all Hitch Hotels come with 3 large vented windows and a roof fan.
Yes. The Hitch Hotel comes with standard venting and ducting for ac and heat. Additionally, we offer the Eco Flow Wave 2 (less battery) unit as an option. The Eco Flow Wave 2 is only one of many options to cool and heat a unit, but we recommend the versatility of this package. ( www.ecoflow.com ) Please contact us for all ac/heat options.
NOTE: Currently, there is no air conditioning system on the market that can supply cold air for more than a few hours without the use of a generator or ac power supply.
Yes. The Hitch Hotel is a fiberglass shell that provides insulation. Additionally, further insulation comes from its foam-backed canvas interior.
Yes. We offer custom water-resistant canvas covers that allow access to the unit while in storage.
Yes. However, you will need to disassemble the unit’s shipping cradle.
Contact us for details.
No. However, if you are not comfortable unpacking and installing your unit—we will locate a nearby Installer to assist you.
We will connect you with our Installer Network to help you reach someone nearest you to assist with installation.
If you are not comfortable unpacking and installing your unit—we will locate a nearby Installer to assist you.
No.
A Class 1 hitch assembly is needed.
No. The unit weighs less than 1000 lbs. and does not require brakes.
Yes. The Hitch Hotel is built to be rugged. However, it cannot be towed at highway speeds off-road. Using common sense with your Hitch Hotel is always a good idea.
Yes. The Hitch Hotel locks from both inside and out.
Yes. The entry door has dual locks. Additionally, you can remove the tow bar coupler and locking pin to reduce the chance of theft.
No.
The Hitch Hotel comes standard with a spare wheel and tire. Additionally, the Hitch Hotel comes with a spare axle/spindle replacement so you can get back to the open road if there is an axle issue. This is a very uncommon occurrence, but we feel better knowing that you can always make it to your destination.
Yes. There is plenty of space to carry gear inside and outside of the unit.
The Hitch Hotel requires 3.5 ft. of storage space.
Store your Hitch Hotel with the tow bar up in tighter spaces or with the tow bar down. Both ways are safe.
Yes. However, outside elements can damage the finish. Therefore, we recommend our canvas cover for outdoor storage.
Yes. The finish on the Hitch Hotel is waterproof, and the unit is sealed tight in both its closed and open positions.
Keeping the unit clean and free of excessive dirt is recommended. Additionally, as with all towed units, proper maintenance of the tires, inflation, lighting, and bearing assemblies is required.
You can wash your Hitch Hotel with mild soap and water. Upkeep is a minimum.
While the flooring is water resistant, and the canvas interior is marine grade. Therefore, the interior cannot be saturated with water or cleaned out with a hose.
