Solutions to 5 Operational Challenges Hoteliers are Facing
Demand fluctuation, a competitive marketplace, and unpredictable world trends require hoteliers to be more agile than ever before. But implementing strategic solutions can provide your hotel with a firm foundation from which to weather any storm. Let’s look at the top five operational challenges hotels are facing now and—most importantly—how to best meet them. Staff […]
What Do Your Guests Want for Christmas? Top Ideas for the Holidays
While economic uncertainty is curbing spending, people still plan to travel this holiday season—albeit more carefully, booking trips earlier and choosing options with flexible cancellation policies. For many, the season looks a lot more “normal” this year as we put the worst of the pandemic behind us. Is your property ready to grab your share […]
How to Improve Your Hotel’s Check-out Experience
Eventually, you and your guest will have to say goodbye…unless they’re planning a very extended stay. When it comes to bringing guests back again, a hotel’s last impression can be as important as its first. Upon check-out, you want to draw attention away from the transactional aspect of the guest’s visit, i.e., the bill, and […]
How to Maximize Black Friday Bookings
People don’t have to spend Black Friday in a tent outside Best Buy, huddling for warmth and wondering if that new smart TV is worth it. There are alternative items and experiences they can purchase, i.e., a stay at your hotel. Customers are ready for special offers this time of year—we’ve all seen the bright […]
How to Choose a Hotel Technology Partner
In today’s hospitality landscape, technology seems to change daily. From property management software and instant messaging apps to CRM platforms and revenue management software, there are so many tech solutions that can benefit your hotel and enhance the guest experience. There’s a lot to consider before introducing new technologies and even more when deciding who […]
7 Signs it’s Time to Change Your Hotel PMS
Change can be daunting, especially when it involves time, resources, and complex decisions. For busy lodging operators, disrupting the status quo may not fit into your demanding schedule. But if that schedule is fraught with inefficiencies, and you’re struggling to keep up with daily tasks and guest expectations, something’s gotta give before your bottom line […]
3 Ways to Create a Five-star Guest Experience
Everyone wants to deliver a five-star guest experience, but what exactly is it? And how can hospitality managers or hoteliers create this? Here are 3 bulletproof ways… ***Guest post from Breezeway, a WebRezPro partner*** Did you know that 61% of hospitality managers believe luxury, cleanliness, and safety contribute the most to a VIP-like guest experience? […]
3 Ways to Strengthen Your Guest Database
Healthy guest data is the foundation of a great guest experience. Without it, lodging operators can’t know their guests and give them what they want. But it isn’t enough to collect data, you need to manage and maintain that data to use it effectively. When your guest database is managed well, it allows you to […]
The Quick Guide to PMS Integration
Data integration has always been a core concept of hotel property management systems (PMS). From front desk to housekeeping to accounting, the PMS connects hotel departments and serves as a central point of control, automating processes and eliminating the need to manually consolidate information across operations. But most hotels work with numerous key tech systems […]
Watershed Hotel & Event Center
Located on the Sheboygan River in WI, Watershed Hotel & Event Center has everything you need for a peaceful visit. Each room comes with free WiFi, free parking, and a continental breakfast. They have options for both short term and extended stays. Plus, you can bring your pooch! Watershed Hotel & Event Center has chosen […]
The Lodge McBride
Need peace, quiet, and a place to hike? Pay a visit to The Lodge McBride in British Columbia. Each room comes with free WiFi, a smart TV, and beautiful handmade furniture. There’s plenty of wildlife nearby too. The local lake is a duck sanctuary, and the deer come right outside your door! The Lodge McBride […]
5 Reasons You Need to Offer Online Bookings on Your Hotel Website
An online booking engine allows you to accept direct (commission-free) bookings 24/7 through your property’s website. In this day and age, every property should have one. All the beautiful hero images and polished phrases in the world won’t do you any good if your guest can’t follow through the moment they decide to book. Your […]
Acqua in Bocca
Summer still not warm enough for you? Head to Acqua in Bocca, located in Yucatan, Mexico, to catch some rays. The resort is family and dog friendly. Rooms come with premium pillows, free WiFi, and even a “work from bed” table for those of you who still have to get those briefs done. Acqua in […]
The Newport Belle
Let the ocean rock you to sleep on The Newport Belle, a paddlewheel boat turned hotel. Docked permanently in Newport, OR, The Newport Belle is within easy reach of hiking trails, breweries, and deep sea fishing. Or if you just want to relax, you can take a glass of wine out to the sundeck and […]
The Smith Hotel
Looking for a unique place to stay? Try out The Smith Hotel in Kingston, Ontario. It was once a lovely 19th century church…and now it’s a lovely 21st century hotel. Each loft has a full kitchen and living room with handmade furniture and a flat screen TV. The rooms even smell nice thanks to the […]
How to Create a Seamless Mobile Guest Experience at Your Hotel
The digital transformation of the hotel industry was coming (slowly but surely) anyway, but then Covid-19 happened. Now, suddenly, more hotel guests than ever expect self-serve, on-the-go options throughout their entire travel journey. Hospitality Technology’s 2021 Customer Engagement Technology Study found: 53% of surveyed travelers want to book a hotel from a mobile device. 47% […]
The Historic Leakey Inn
Located in Leakey, TX, The Historic Leakey Inn has everything you need for your next family vacation. Take the kids inner tubing down the Frio River–just a few minutes away–or steal some time alone at one of the local golf courses before your evening BBQ at the guest pavilion. All rooms include a TV, mini-fridge, […]
Parry Lodge
Located in Kanab, Utah, Parry Lodge is only minutes away from the Grand Canyon, Zion National Park, and Lake Powell. Hike, swim, or simply enjoy the natural beauty of Red Rock Country. For all you film buffs out there, Kanab is also home to plenty of Hollywood history. John Wayne and Frank Sinatra have both […]
Bennett Spring Inn
Looking for that perfect place to stay on your next lazy, summer road trip? Try the Bennett Spring Inn, located in Lebanon, MO. It has a swimming pool, free WiFi, and affordable prices. It’s also right next to Bennett Spring State Park–the trout fishing capital of the midwest. Pack the kids in the car and […]
Use Your PMS to Reduce Stress at the Front Desk
Without an automated property management system (PMS), life at the front desk is hard. You have guests checking in, guests checking out, guests disputing their bills… There are a thousand and one little tasks that need doing, and you have to handle it all with a pleasant smile. From bookings to check-outs and beyond, a […]
White Horse Lodge
Get cozy with nature at the White Horse Lodge in Waitsfield, VT and hike along the Mad River. Trails still too muddy for you? You can shop, enjoy local restaurants, or kick back with a book at the lodge’s library. There’s contactless check-in, and each room includes a private bathroom, a refrigerator, and air-conditioning. It […]
5 More Reasons to Go With WebRezPro
We know choosing core hotel technology is easier said than done. Replacing your property management system (PMS) is not a decision to take lightly and with so many solutions on the market, hoteliers have an increasingly hard choice to make. Any leading cloud PMS should help you improve your daily workflow, business visibility, and the […]
How To Make Your Hotel a Workation Destination
Traveling for work is nothing new. But since the pandemic, the ubiquitous business trip has seen a plot twist. With more people than ever engaged in remote work, many are enjoying the advantage of working literally anywhere that has wifi. That has thousands of guests combining work with travel in pursuit of new experiences and […]
Hotel Wolfe Island
Do you like locally sourced farm-to-table food? How about live music? Stop by Hotel Wolfe Island on Wolfe Island, Ontario for Kentucky-fried sweet breads with homemade BBQ and a piano room concert. The kitchen is nut free, and they even have takeout. Hotel Wolfe Island has chosen our cloud-based WebRezPro Property Management System to help […]
