InnQuest

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

These components are integral to providing a positive guest experience and achieving financial success: Front Office Operations: The front office is the face of the hotel. It handles guest reservations, check-in/check-out processes, and room assignments and provides concierge services.

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Hotelogix

JANUARY 30, 2024

Crucially, the housekeeping department should generate this report before and after each shift, ensuring that the current status of each room - whether occupied, vacant, or ready for new guests - is accurately reflected. This report is critical to maintaining smooth operations and ensuring guest satisfaction.

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Blue Magnet Interactive

OCTOBER 27, 2023

But where exactly should you channel your funds to maximize visibility and guest engagement? This article unravels the significance of each component of a well-balanced 2024 Hotel Marketing Budget and offers insights into how you can invest wisely. It’s a window through which a global audience views your establishment.

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InnQuest

AUGUST 8, 2023

During peak seasons, when rooms are in high demand, higher rates can help control the rate of bookings, preventing overbooking scenarios. During the low-demand seasons, lower rates can attract a higher number of guests, ensuring that rooms are utilized effectively.

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Hotelogix

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

For small hotels operating on tight budgets, these expenses can be prohibitive. Time spent navigating a layer on imprecise software options, features, and settings takes up time that could be spent enhancing guest experiences or strategizing on business development. They even have to spend more if they go with a legacy system.

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Hotelogix

OCTOBER 18, 2023

A hotel reservation system is far more than a booking tool. It's a comprehensive solution that empowers your hotel to optimize operations, deliver exceptional guest experiences, and thrive in a competitive industry.  This streamlined process enhances guest satisfaction and encourages more bookings.

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Revenue Hub

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Yet ADR in UK hotels is still growing, business on the books remains strong and travel sentiment from consumers is positive. If your hotel is not currently considering including new technology in the 2023 budget, below are 5 things you may wish to consider – plus an added bonus: 1 reason NOT to adopt new technology.

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Revenue Hub

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

NB: This is an article from Bookboost This means the focus is mainly on short-term relations with guests, and once the transaction is done (the booking is made), the relationship ends. Transactional marketing in the hotel industry focuses on short-term, one-time interactions with guests.

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InnQuest

JULY 10, 2023

Benefits of Hotel Market Segmentation In today’s competitive environment, effective market segmentation recognizes that not all guests have the same needs, preferences or budgets, and that a one-size-fits-all approach is no longer effective. They also prioritize easy access to tourist attractions, beaches and recreational areas.

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Revenue Hub

APRIL 3, 2023

The best way to do this is to effectively manage your budget and follow a data-driven total revenue management strategy. Think about everything that a typical guest experiences when they book a room at your hotel. and post-stay (check-out, guest satisfaction surveys, follow-up emails and promotions, etc.).

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Revenue Hub

OCTOBER 25, 2023

As a hotel owner or manager, you’re continually exploring ways to boost your property’s visibility, manage bookings efficiently, and maximize revenue. They allow hotels to reach a global audience through travel agencies and online booking platforms. By plugging into GDS, hotels gain access to a massive pool of potential guests.

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Revenue Hub

JULY 24, 2023

When used strategically, your data can unlock hidden opportunities and make more informed decisions for budgeting, cost optimisation, marketing, and forecasting – all aspects of which determine the value and profitability of your venue space. This can assist in determining appropriate pricing strategies.

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Hotel Business

MARCH 13, 2024

By Jared Lerner In the competitive landscape of the hospitality industry, hotels are constantly seeking innovative ways to optimize their operations, increase revenue and enhance guest satisfaction. In addition to maximizing revenue, short-term hotel stays can also improve operational efficiency for hotels.

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Revenue Hub

JULY 27, 2023

Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Each approach has unique advantages and challenges, and their applications can significantly impact a hotel’s bottom line, guest satisfaction, and competitive standing. Generic room pricing can be applied to any hotel, from a generic budget hotel to a generic luxury hotel.

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Revenue Hub

AUGUST 22, 2023

NB: This is an article from berner+becker , one of our Expert Partners But instead of violins and cellos, you’re working with bookings, rates, staff schedules, and guest satisfaction. Customer Behaviour and Preferences Remember, every guest is an ocean of data. There are so many different elements to harmonise.

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Hotel Owner

OCTOBER 26, 2022

When integrated in a meaningful and coherent way, wellness can form a fundamental part of a hotel’s success, future-proofing the business without the budget and space constraints of a ‘grand wellness concept’. It needs to have natural light, fresh air and quality equipment that’s clean and well maintained.”.

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SiteMinder

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Don’t just host the experience; be the experience Discover how SiteMinder can transform your event management and booking potential. They must also manage budgets, negotiate with vendors, and handle any unforeseen challenges that arise during events. Tip : Always include a contingency fund in your budget.

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SiteMinder

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Late check out and early departure fees These fees give guests the flexibility to extend their stay beyond standard check-out times or leave before their scheduled departure, while compensating the hotel for the inconvenience caused in room turnover. Stay away!”. SiteMinder is here to help you unlock this untapped potential.

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Xotels

APRIL 3, 2024

Revenue Strategies & Tactics Market Segmentation Hotel Pricing Strategies Forecasting & Budgeting Properly How to Distribute Effectively? The ability to cater to diverse needs and preferences of different customer segments positions a hotel to maximize occupancy rates, boost customer satisfaction, and drive sustained revenue growth.

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Larry Mogelonsky

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Like the Chief Technology Officer (CTO), their budgets have increased, aiding them to implement new technology to replace services that were previously done manually by staff despite the size of the hotel brand. Technological solutions will eventually become the norm, such as artificial intelligence for booking reservations.

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SiteMinder

AUGUST 29, 2023

Hotel operating costs Hotel operating costs encompass a wide array of expenses, from staff salaries, utility bills, and maintenance to marketing, guest amenities, and food & beverage supplies. These recurring costs are vital for the smooth functioning of the hotel and ensuring guest satisfaction.

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SiteMinder

OCTOBER 9, 2023

These metrics encompass a wide range of areas, from financial figures like revenue per available room (RevPAR) and average daily rate (ADR) to operational aspects such as occupancy rates and guest satisfaction scores. Distribution channel performance is vital to know which channels (like OTAs, direct bookings) are most profitable.

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Les Roches

JANUARY 23, 2024

Also, agreeing an operational budget helps guide­ financial decisions while conducting a risk assessme­nt helps prevent any mishaps. It outlines goals, timelines, roles and responsibilities and budget allocation. You also need to track guest satisfaction and how well you ran to the timeline you set for the planning.

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Revenue Hub

APRIL 30, 2024

Join us as we uncover the truth about how revenue management can enhance profitability and guest satisfaction. Effective revenue management involves considering factors such as seasonality, booking patterns, length of stay, and customer segmentation to determine the optimal pricing and distribution strategies.

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Revenue Hub

MARCH 7, 2024

Studies show that: Data-driven decisions can have a 25% increase in guest satisfaction scores and a 15% increase in RevPAR. PMC ) Hotels using commercial intelligence have seen a 5% increase in online bookings. Microsoft ) Commercial intelligence can lead to a 30% reduction in overbooking instances. (

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SiteMinder

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

They represent a mix of services, designs, and experiences tailored to different types of guests, such as luxury seekers or budget travellers. Innovative technology Innovative technology sets leading hotel brands apart, offering guests a seamless and modern experience from booking to check-out. Who owns the Marriott?

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eZee Absolute

JANUARY 9, 2024

Payment processing solutions can be integrated with your existing systems too, like your hotel PMS, channel manager, booking engine, or restaurant POS. The versatility of these terminals not only caters to guest preferences but also makes the check-in and check-out processes easier. And I would recommend it to everyone.

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eZee Absolute

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

One of the keys to staying ahead in this dynamic industry is to understand the changing guest behaviour. The way people book hotel rooms, what they expect during their stay, and even how they want to be treated is evolving. According to Hotel Mize , online travel agencies (OTAs) accounted for 40% of global hotel bookings in 2023.

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SiteMinder

OCTOBER 5, 2022

A hotel star rating is an independent and objective grading, so it’s a reliable system that helps guests understand what they can reasonably expect when staying at a hotel. A common understanding about the quality of a hotel also makes it easier for guests to compare hotels and make booking decisions.

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eZee Absolute

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

You could use it to enter your booking details, verify your ID, and make the payment, and there — “this is your keycard”, and you are simply done with the check-in. The hospitality industry is now stepping up and installing hotel self-service kiosks in order to provide hassle-free check-ins and other services to its guests.

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eZee Absolute

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

As the saying goes, “Seeing is believing,” and virtual tours provide that belief, building trust and confidence in potential guests. They empower travelers to make informed decisions about where they’ll stay, reducing uncertainty and increasing the likelihood of bookings.

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SiteMinder

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

What is a hotel booking plugin? Direct booking plugins are apps that will further reduce your reliance on OTAs by bringing more features and greater functionality to your existing booking engine. Table of contents Why are booking plugins so powerful? Many hotel booking plugins help with: Easy mobile bookings.

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SiteMinder

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Furthermore, catering to trends in experiential travel by offering immersive local experiences or themed stays can lead to higher guest satisfaction and stronger emotional connections with the brand. When it comes to luxury vs budget travel , travellers are willing to spend more – where they see value.

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eZee Absolute

JULY 31, 2022

Direct booking. Group bookings play an important role to increase revenue for small hotels apart from individual bookings. However, despite the ability to bring in a huge amount of income, group bookings are being overlooked by hotels the majority of the time. Direct booking. Table of Content. Group sales.

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SiteMinder

JANUARY 8, 2024

This can include business people, long-stay travellers, budget travellers and backpackers. Promotions are special rates that can change depending on: – The season or holiday period; – If the guest is a VIP; or, – You want to capitalise on an event. – You can get even more specific by offering things like mobile-only promotions.

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Revenue Hub

OCTOBER 6, 2023

NB: This is an article from Revinate Ever since the introduction of online travel agencies (OTAs) in the ‘90s, hoteliers have struggled to achieve the optimal distribution mix between OTAs and hotel direct bookings. The state of OTAs and direct bookings The pandemic transformed the booking behavior of today’s travelers.

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Revenue Hub

DECEMBER 8, 2023

While many travelers still prefer traditional interactions and keys, hotels aim to enhance guest experiences by providing more contactless options. This necessitates a shift to technology infrastructure that supports keyless room entry, virtual check-ins, guest notifications, mobile tipping, and bookings.

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