As a hotelier, you know many factors go into your room rates. Three of those factors are your costs, current demand, and your hotel’s online visibility. Revenue management is the science of assessing these and other factors and raising your profitability year after year. This article offers a guide to analyzing your costs and improving your analysis with the goal
Question for Our Revenue Management Expert Panel: What are the most important revenue management trends that should be on the radar of the luxury hospitality segment this year? (Question proposed by Pallavi Gaonkar) Our Revenue Management Expert Panel Pallavi Gaonkar - Director of Revenue, Ayada Maldives Kathryn Baker - COO, TCRM (Total Customized
In hotel management, numbers are everywhere: dashboards, reports, presentations. These numbers offer a sense of control and clarity. But numbers on their own don’t tell the full story. Relying on isolated metrics can lead to misguided strategies, missed opportunities, and costly mistakes. It’s the context that brings meaning to the numbers: in addition to the numbers as shown, is there
If you think of revenue management tools as solely a means for rolling out dynamic pricing strategies and making the most out of the demand for your property’s room inventory, it’s time to challenge that assumption. While these tried-and-true capabilities are a staple at most hotels, today’s advanced revenue management systems are making great strides in breaking down the barriers
Forecasting is never easy—but it gets a whole lot harder when someone asks you to "adjust" the numbers. If your General Manager (GM) pushes for a rosier picture than the data shows, how do you stay realistic without rocking the boat? In this article, we'll walk through how to handle the pressure, maintain integrity, and turn tricky conversations into alignment.
Revenue is the lifeblood of any hotel. The more effectively you generate, capture, and optimize it, the more successful your property will be. But too many revenue managers still rely on outdated revenue strategies, legacy metrics and clunky technology that hold them back. The result? Missed opportunities and money left on the table. Modern revenue management isn’t about following the
Well-run and profitable hotels are like a symphony where talented performers play their parts within the framework of the score. Their skilled cooperation creates the business foundation for the hotel to meet or exceed its business goals. Revenue management principles provide such a framework, with the revenue manager serving as the conductor. The Strategic Framework Behind Profitable Hotel Revenue Management
For hotel owners looking to grow their business, a robust revenue management strategy is of the utmost importance, helping to optimize business results. However, under the broader revenue management umbrella, many smaller strategies can help to facilitate growth. In this article, find 12 revenue management strategies that hotel industry employees can employ to achieve this ultimate objective. Table of Contents
In hospitality, revenue is only half the story: profitability is what truly matters. And to maximize profitability, finance analytics is the game-changer. Understanding the flow of revenue, cost structures, and operational efficiencies allows hoteliers to make smarter, data-driven decisions. With fixed costs dominating the industry, tracking the right financial metrics (like flow-through and GOPPAR) can mean the difference between thriving
Hospitality is always changing. However, the current pace of change feels faster than ever, which throws up both challenges and opportunities for those within the industry. For revenue managers, the real question isn’t just about managing change – it’s about how to harness that change to drive profitability and long-term growth. 4 Trends for Revenue Managers in 2025 Revenue optimization
Question for Our Revenue Management Expert Panel: What are the best practices for managing Length of Stay restrictions? What considerations should be given to their usage, and what are the possible risks to avoid? (Question by Niko Krauseneck) Our Revenue Management Expert Panel Tamie Matthews - Sales & Marketing Consultant, RevenYou Connor Vanderholm
The hotel industry in 2025 is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by technological advancements, shifting guest expectations, and the demand for sustainable practices. Revenue management has become a cornerstone for success in the hospitality sector, leveraging data and innovation to maximize profitability. 8 Revenue Management Trends Transforming the Hotel Industry This article delves into the top trends reshaping revenue management
Imagine a well-located boutique hotel. The guests enjoy themselves, and while it's slow, it is low season. However, as high season approaches, many rooms remain empty while other nearby properties fill. What's Making Nearby Hotels More Attractive? On the surface, there's no obvious reason why guests are choosing the competition. A little sleuthing shows that these hotels use dynamic pricing
Airbnb pricing strategies are the different approaches used to determine the rates Airbnb properties charge guests. There are a variety of different methods available and many hosts will use a combination of approaches. Adopting the right pricing strategy in the right moment is important for maximizing the amount of revenue earned on the Airbnb platform. At the same time, the
Running a hotel without forecasting is like driving without a map—you might eventually get there, but not without many unnecessary detours. Forecasting isn’t just for big hotel chains—the independent properties stand to gain the most from a clear picture of what’s ahead. Let’s explore how forecasting can help you to stay one step ahead and turn insights into revenue. What
Getting your restaurant revenue management strategy right can be critical for your business's success. In this article, you'll learn everything you need to know about revenue management: what it is, what it can do for your business, and how to craft and implement the perfect strategy. You'll also discover key tactics and ways to apply them to your restaurant. Table
Starbucks used to track average transaction value as their flagship metric for success. If the number went up, it meant customers were spending more and business was good. Except, they knew it wasn’t that simple, and they were missing out on key insights into spending habits, loyalty, and long-term value. Tracking Metrics That Drive Success in Hospitality They embraced new
Extended stay accommodations and serviced apartments represent a small but fast-growing portion of the European hospitality sector, with the market projected to grow (1) at CAGR of 12.3% from 2024 to 2030. The segment’s relatively rapid growth should come as no surprise as more travelers are booking trips that blend both work and play, major hotspots crack down on short-term