You probably already use hotel automation to some degree. Most hotels use online booking, and most have adopted property management software. However, these are just the tip of the automation iceberg. In this article, you'll discover a range of tools and trends in hotel automation and learn how they can benefit your hotel. Table of Contents: What is Hotel Automation?
Hotel room cleaning is an essential part of housekeeping, and your efforts in this area can go a long way toward enhancing the guest experience and improving your hotel's reputation. In this article, you can find various ways to meet and even exceed your guests' expectations in this area. Table of Contents: How is the Hotel Industry Defined? What is
The housekeeping department in hotel businesses is one of the most important areas to focus on because it can directly impact customer satisfaction. In this article, you can learn about the impact housekeeping has on successful operations and access some helpful tips to optimize your housekeeping efforts. Table of Contents: How is the Hotel Industry Defined? What is the Housekeeping
Headlines and feature stories everywhere announced the big news in October 2021: Facebook was rebranding to Meta and would focus heavily on the metaverse. While the metaverse itself wasn’t new, Facebook’s pivot towards this virtual reality (VR) space gave it more clout than ever before. Entrepreneurs saw countless opportunities and were prepared to join this new tech revolution. Metaverse and
If there is something that people working in marketing in hospitality is talking about is the power of a CRM system. But why has it become so important? Today, the challenges of hotel marketing are increasing consistently. People demand more personalization, better reach, multi-channel approaches, etc. And if you are not meeting these requirements, the numbers will show it. The Benefits
Staffing issues are one of the main issues in the hospitality industry, and there are no quick or easy fixes for this problem. As hoteliers worldwide struggle to meet the rising guest demands despite reduced staff, it’s time to unveil some surprising truths about staff motivation. Keep reading to get some inspiring insights about hotel staff shortages and discover what
Hotel maintenance staff have a crucial role to play in the success of a property because they are responsible for ensuring technology, equipment, and facilities are in full working order and for fixing problems when they arise. In this hotel maintenance guide, you can access tips to optimize your maintenance strategy and increase profitability. Table of Contents: All You Need
A hotel PMS is a property management system designed for use within hotels and similar forms of accommodation. Such software offers several benefits, but two of the most significant are customization and automation. In this article, you can learn why these are valuable and how they can be used. Table of Contents: What is a Hotel PMS? Why is a
Traditionally, lodging properties spent much time and money implementing new amenities like fancy equipment or special devices to attract travelers. Many of these amenities were fads and ended up cluttering rooms or lying forgotten in storage. Since the pandemic, traveler priorities have shifted from one-off amenities to experience-driven travel. What Does This Mean for Lodging Operators? With this shift, hoteliers
When you’re from the outside looking in, running a hotel restaurant appears to be very similar to running a separate food-service business. Besides, both companies are restaurants that specialize in food and hospitality. But, the truth is, hotel and restaurant management, on the other hand, is an art form in and of itself. A Recipe for Reaching Hotel Restaurant Management
The guest experience continues to be one of the main concerns for hoteliers. How do you improve it when the guests’ expectations are constantly changing? In this article, you’ll find six tips to avoid common mistakes that can destroy your guest experience. Guest Needs Are Constantly Evolving The times when all that cared was the location and good service are
Quick question: are your hotel operations reactive or preventive? If the answer is reactive, you are losing time and money. And if you say preventive, our great tips will help you be even more efficient. In both cases, keep reading. Introducing technology may feel cold and unwelcoming, but remember that hotel tech is not about less hospitality but better hospitality.
What do hoteliers resist about revenue management? One common pushback is lowering prices below a certain psychological threshold. Yet, it's essential during low demand and pays off later. Some hoteliers believe: "I cannot sell below a certain figure because otherwise low-quality guests will arrive and lower the hotel's image; I prefer to stay empty and not sell." Yet, those who
Hotel restaurant management presents some unique challenges. As well as providing food, your hotel's restaurant is an intrinsic part of a guest's experience. An excellent restaurant can help make staying at your hotel memorable. If your hotel restaurant is open to the general public, it can also be an important additional revenue source. In this article, you'll discover valuable tips
The advancement of AI and automation over the past few years has transformed the hospitality industry. New technology enabled gathering and evaluating vast amounts of data, quickly making informed decisions, and lifting the topline. Especially in the revenue management department, new AI-powered solutions offer the real-time market insights hoteliers need to optimize, adjust and even automate their pricing. One concern
Are you measuring housekeeping data? You should. Your guests or the activities drive the housekeeping services it takes to run the property. After all, a room must be cleaned because someone slept in it. So, to understand your property's operations, how costs are created, and how to improve, you need to dive deeper into the catalysts triggering your services. And
Managing hotel restaurants may be challenging. Ultimately, one might say maintaining a hotel as a whole is likely enough effort in and of itself, not even to mention trying to figure out how to ensure the hotel restaurant operates to its fullest potential. However, in the long run, it pays to consider ways to boost F&B (food and beverage) sales
Question for Our Hotel Marketing Expert Panel What are your best practices for marketing a hotel/resort’s non-accommodation areas, e.g., spa, golf, etc.? How can hotels creatively target niche audiences for these areas, especially in low season? Our Marketing Expert Panel Joanne Greene - Hospitality Expert Jolien Alferink - Hotel Marketing Consultant, Orange