An Independent Hotelier’s Guide to RevPAG
To truly understand the financial impact of every stay, you need a metric that goes deeper than room revenue alone. Revenue per Available Guest (RevPAG) provides a comprehensive view of the total revenue generated by each guest, making it a useful profitability metric—especially for properties that earn significant non-room revenue. How to Calculate RevPAG Determined […]
What is a Hotel Chart of Accounts (and Why Does It Matter?)
Every hotel operates with a thousand moving parts, from guest reservations and restaurant tabs to maintenance and supplier accounts. Yet, behind every smiling guest and perfectly prepared meal is a mountain of financial data and paperwork. A Chart of Accounts (COA) is the essential guide to ascend that mountain. It doesn’t just keep track of […]
How Does Contactless Check-in Work, and Does My Hotel Need It?
Contactless check-in allows guests to complete registration online before arrival or use a kiosk, bypassing the front desk entirely. Post pandemic, self check-in has become increasingly popular and presents a variety of advantages for both guests and staff: How Contactless Check-in Works Contactless check-in is made possible through your property management system and other integrated […]
How to Implement a New Hotel PMS Efficiently and Effectively
Your property management system (PMS) is the command center of operations and backbone of your tech stack. Changing such a foundational system can be daunting, but operating with one that’s holding your business back is even scarier. With a solid plan, putting a new PMS in place can be an exciting process with minimal disruption […]
Essential Tech Solutions Every Hotel Should Have
With so many modern tech solutions available, it can be difficult for hoteliers to determine which are flash-in-the-pan and which will truly streamline operations and enhance the guest experience at their unique property. What do guests genuinely desire, and what will they ignore because it’s unnecessary, complicated, or unnecessarily complicated? If hoteliers jump to add […]
Hotel Accounting Basics Every Owner Should Know
While warm hospitality is the heart of every successful property, understanding your business’s financials is just as essential. Strong financials ensure operations run smoothly, empowering you to support your team and deliver memorable guest experiences. Here are the accounting basics every owner should know. Accounting Reports Accounting relies on key financial reports that organize the […]
Is Your Hotel Booking Engine Ready for Winter?
As weather cools, smart hoteliers prepare to stoke demand and welcome winter guests. From cleaning fireplaces and spicing up menus to creating irresistible packages and promoting winter experiences online, there’s a lot to do to fill rooms this season. Is your online booking engine (OBE) ready? Your OBE doesn’t just capture bookings—it plays a significant […]
When Should Hotels Use Rate Restrictions?
Rate restrictions empower hoteliers to control when and how rates can be booked to increase reservations during off-peak periods, encourage longer stays, and otherwise manage guest flow and increase revenue. Though the best time to use various restrictions depends on your unique property and market, keep these general guidelines in mind to increase yield and […]
What Do Guests Want From Your Online Booking Engine?
From bookings to in-room amenities, guests expect a modern, tech-enabled stay that provides convenience and comfort. Self-service options are increasingly in demand, and online bookings are at the top of the list. An online booking engine not only helps grow your profits and save staff time, it’s incredibly convenient for guests—but only if it delivers […]
What online booking channels are best to sell my hotel inventory?
There are a wide variety of online channels—your website, OTA, GDS, and metasearch—where you can sell your hotel’s inventory. Which channels are best depends on your unique property and the guests it serves. Different types of guests search for rooms on different channels, so you should know your audience before making any decisions. To help […]
5 Top Tech Trends Elevating Hotel Businesses
Today’s hoteliers must embrace robust, innovative technology to satisfy guests and streamline every aspect of their business, from seamless payments to self check-in. Guests expect convenience and personalization at each touchpoint, and forward-thinking hotels are leveraging the latest trends in modern, automated software to deliver just that. Hotels that fail to adapt risk falling behind […]
List all room types to maximize bookings on the Expedia Group platform
When you’re trying to capture people’s attention online, the details matter. Eighty percent of travelers visit online travel agencies before making a purchase. As they scroll, they often seek out specific features like king beds or particular views. If your listing is missing details about your rooms—or missing room types entirely—you could be losing out […]
How is AI Search Changing Online Reputation Management for Hotels?
AI is rapidly changing every aspect of how guests discover and book accommodation, with 78 percent of travelers open to using it throughout their journey, from trip planning and reservations to enhancing on-site experiences. This shift in consumer behavior necessitates a corresponding shift in how hoteliers curate their online reputation and seek new ways to […]
When is the Best Time to Offer Free Hotel Room Upgrades?
Travelers love free upgrades. Who wouldn’t be thrilled by an oceanview suite with a jacuzzi at no extra charge? You can’t blame guests for dropping subtle hints or mentioning special occasions, hoping to unlock these coveted experiences. But the magic of upgrades isn’t only for them. When used strategically, complimentary upgrades can be a powerful […]
What are the best types of photos for my hotel’s online booking engine?
Your hotel’s online booking engine needs a variety of photos to attract guests and generate excitement for upcoming stays, so choose one like WebRezPro that allows you to create a slideshow for each room type. Here are the kinds of professionally taken pictures that should be featured there: The right selection of carefully curated images […]
Redefining Luxury for Modern Travelers: How Independent Hotels Can Compete Without Five Stars
Modern travelers aren’t chasing chandeliers anymore. They’re chasing meaning. Valets, spas, and concierges will always appeal to certain demographics, but those amenities no longer define a luxury property. Modern travelers are looking for features outside those of traditional luxury hotels, giving an important opportunity to independent properties to pounce on what only they can offer: […]
8 Common Front Desk Pain Points and How to Resolve Them
The front desk plays a pivotal role in shaping the guest experience–it’s the first point of contact on property. And you don’t get a second chance to make a great first impression… Despite the best intentions, operational challenges can disrupt your welcome, creating unnecessary friction that results in extended wait times, grumpy guests, and negative […]
How Does an All-in-One PMS Save Hoteliers Time and Money?
A modern all-in-one property management system (PMS) is key to success for any lodging operation. This unified platform enables you to oversee every aspect of your property, from the front desk to the back office. And by automating routine tasks, it simplifies workflows, reduces costs, and frees staff to focus on what matters most: your […]
The Power of Personalized Upsells
Personalization is key to success across a variety of industries. In fact, 80 percent of customers are more likely to do business with brands that deliver a personalized experience. This is especially true for hospitality. Exceptional stays are created by recognizing each guest as a valued individual, not simply a room number—from the warm welcome […]
How Ordinary Hotels Can Offer Extraordinary Experiences
Providing unique experiences enables hotels to stand out in an increasingly competitive market. Some luxury and boutique properties are extraordinary experiences in themselves—like our client Ancient Lore Village, where guests can stay in their very own leprechaun lair—and others reinforce their brand by providing exclusive activities and excursions. However, you don’t have to be made […]
Capture More Bookings with Expedia Mobile Promotions
Recent research by Expedia Group revealed that 71% of travelers visit online travel agencies, like Expedia, on mobile devices during their path to purchase, compared to 36% of travelers who visit a hotel site on a mobile device. And they’re not just looking—consumers convert on mobile too, with 34% of them booking on a mobile […]
When Should Hotels Offer Discounts to Boost Revenue?
Usually, it makes sense to sell your rooms for the highest price possible without oversacrificing occupancy. Though hospitality at its core is about people, making money is essential to keeping your doors open and providing memorable guest experiences. However, there are exceptions to this general rule—times when lowering your prices can serve your overall financial […]
How to Create an Inclusive Hotel Brand: From Good Intentions to Good Business
A guest rolls up to your hotel entrance, but instead of struggling with heavy doors, they glide effortlessly up the ramp. That same ramp that is crucial to wheelchair users also helps parents with strollers, guests recovering from injuries, travelers toting heavy luggage, and anyone else with mobility challenges. One thoughtful design choice, multiple beneficiaries—that’s […]
Low-Cost Experiences Hotels Can Offer on a Budget
Though luxurious amenities such as spa treatments, personalized soaps (locally made, of course), and even aromatherapy butlers help create a great guest experience, they can also cost significantly more to provide. If you’re operating an economy hotel with a thinner profit margin, expensive additions like these may be out of your reach. Luckily, most guests […]