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Road to 2032: inside Accor’s game plan for growth in Queensland

Hotel Management

Despite the slow return of international travellers to Queensland, occupancy levels at Accor’s 96 hotels across the state are surging beyond 2019 occupancy levels thanks to strong domestic travel and the lure of major concerts and events.

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Exclusive: Michael Johnson reflects on the first six months of Accommodation Australia

Hotel Management

We have a combination of perspectives, including the major five-star brands but also representatives for motels and independent hotels. When it comes to room rates and occupancy levels, what’s your outlook for next year? Sydney is starting to get back to pre-pandemic occupancies – in the 80%s range, which is great.

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‘Unquestionable momentum’: Christchurch a major drawcard for investors as visitation booms, Savills reports

Hotel Management

Christchurch’s 2024 summer was a stunner, setting record occupancy rates post-pandemic, and the projection is that 2025 will likewise have very high occupancy levels and drive international and national interest in hotel developments in Christchurch. “We

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How to implement an automated reservation system for your hotel

Little Hotelier

The Paradise Motel, a family-run business in Australia, knew that they needed to move on from manual processes. We have a 100% occupancy rate, and we’re fully booked every week, so we used to try and not put all of the motel rooms online, just in case of overbooking. But it needn’t be. Here’s how they did it in 3 simple steps.

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PMS integration: Beginners guide for small properties

Little Hotelier

This tool helps automatically adjust room rates based on demand, competition, and occupancy. Motel or inn Motels and inns often cater to travellers looking for quick, convenient stays, so a mobile-friendly PMS integration is essential. Upselling integrations Maximise your revenue by integrating upselling tools into your PMS.

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What is an Extended Stay Hotel: The opportunity for your property

SiteMinder

Some common options include: Motel 6 Super 8 America’s Best Value Inn Quality Inn Days Inn How do extended stay hotels work? Stable occupancy rate Extended stays help maintain a stable occupancy rate, particularly during the middle of the week and slow seasons, making resource planning easier.

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Why franchise a hotel: 5 best hotel franchises

SiteMinder

Budget brands like Motel 6 often have lower fees compared to luxury chains like Hilton or Marriott. Performance metrics : Discuss realistic goals for revenue and occupancy. Motel 6 Motel 6 is a well-known budget-friendly franchise that appeals to cost-conscious travellers.

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