Hotelogix

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

The right sales tactics can help increase revenue, boost occupancy rates , and ensure guests have a positive experience. Maximize Direct Bookings to Reduce Dependence on OTAs When guests book through Online Travel Agents (OTAs) like Booking.com or Expedia, hotels often have to pay hefty commission fees, sometimes up to 20%.

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eZee Absolute

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

And there’s no hiding that Online Travel Agents (OTAs) are a major source for optimizing their online booking flow. It is observed that OTAs control approximately 2/3rd of all online bookings. But hoteliers often get muddled among various OTA platforms and miss out on the best ones. Top 10 OTAs to Drive Maximum Bookings.

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Cloudbeds

MARCH 12, 2025

” Key findings from the report include: Occupancy trends indicate stabilization: Demand patterns remained steady in 2024, therefore independent hotels must focus on capturing market share to maintain occupancy levels in 2025.

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Cloudbeds

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

The second era of compsets started when the internet brought online travel agencies (OTAs) and online bookings, making competition more dynamic. Property management systems (PMS) reveal booking patterns and occupancy trends, while customer relationship management (CRM) systems provide insights into guest demographics and preferences.

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STAAH

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

It matters on your OTA listing and it definitely matters on your vouchers and linked promotion materials. This can help in managing occupancy rates more effectively. For instance you can offer exclusive experiences unavailable through standard bookings, such as private dining or VIP amenities. 3) Content quality. 8) Last-minute deals.

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STAAH

MAY 29, 2024

Channel Manager Update Generate Group Revenue Report Channels Update New & Old OTA Integrations Channel Manager Update Group Revenue Report What’s new? It excludes website and central reservation system channels, focusing solely on OTA performance. Consolidated view of OTA performance metrics across properties.

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Hotel Business

MARCH 6, 2023

OTA Insight has launched Rate Insight+, a solution that gives hoteliers a complete view of their competitive landscape by combining hotel and short-term rental data in a single platform. ” The post OTA Insight launches Rate Insight+ appeared first on hotelbusiness.com.

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Hotel Management

JUNE 20, 2023

With its recently opened hotels, Public is seeing strong occupancy rates continue. We’re getting consistently higher occupancies and a lot of repeat business,” Sproule said. “At We’ve seen the occupancies continue through these cooler months. “We’re

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Hotelogix

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

A channel manager connects your property management system to booking platforms such as OTAs, GDS (Global Distribution Systems), and direct booking engines. Compatibility with Major PlatformsA good channel manager integrates with OTAs like Booking.com, Expedia, and Airbnb. What Is a Channel Manager and Why Does It Matter?

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Xotels

APRIL 2, 2025

Article Summary Dont Ignore Time Focusing on the Wrong Metrics Being Afraid of Change Not Utilizing Technology Fearing the OTAs 1. Too much focus on only Occupancy or your average room rate, will erode your business. Fearing the OTAs Understanding booking patterns must also include gathering data from OTAs.

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STAAH

JANUARY 29, 2025

Pro Tip: Use the dashboards tools to run promotions during off-peak seasons and maximize occupancy year-round. Direct Bookings : Drive more direct bookings without relying heavily on OTAs. No need for manual adjustments, saving time and effort. Easy access to actionable insights to help you improve your strategy.

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Hotel Speak

JUNE 4, 2024

What drives more value to the business, ADR, average daily rate, or occupancy? So what is it, Occupancy or Average Room Rate (ARR)? In a formula it is expressed as follows: Occupancy x ADR = RevPAR In the end, it is not about occupancy or ADR, average daily rate, but about how much money is made by the hotel. Which is it?

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Hotelogix

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Online Travel Agents for hotels or OTAs serve as important distribution channels for hotels. OTAs are online platforms or websites that sell hotel rooms to customers. An excellent marketing strategy incorporates OTAs to boost sales and revenue. These statistics show why OTAs are essential for hotels.

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SiteMinder

JUNE 29, 2023

What is an OTA channel manager? An OTA channel manager is a tool used to manage online travel agents (OTAs) in a single platform. The OTA channel manager syncs your hotel prices and availability across your property management system (PMS) and all connected OTA channels such as Booking.com, Expedia, and Airbnb.

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Hotelogix

OCTOBER 4, 2024

For small and mid-size hotels, having the right OTA ( Online Travel Agencies ) channel manager is critical. Choosing the right OTA channel manager can streamline your hotel’s online distribution strategy, prevent overbookings, and boost overall profitability. What is a Channel Manager? 

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Hotelogix

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

As a hotelier, boosting the occupancy rate is critical to running a successful business. In a highly competitive industry, you must attract and retain guests to increase your property's occupancy rate and revenue. This article will explore various ways to improve hotel occupancy rates and the role of technology in it. 

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STAAH

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Whilst OTAs and travel agents play their role in increasing awareness and occupancy, direct bookings are prized for possessing the lowermost costs when it comes to acquiring guests. Download this free e-Book to drive more revenue Are you looking for ways to optimise your property’s revenue?

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Hotelogix

OCTOBER 24, 2024

It analyses several factors including demand, season, occupancy forecast, and competitor pricing, etc. Channel Manager A channel manager is a software that helps you distribute/update your hotel’s rooms and rates on all the connected Online Travel Agencies (OTA). For example, you sell your rooms on 5 OTAs.

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STAAH

MAY 21, 2024

50% Occupancy with One Group Booking Scenario: A 50-room hotel has sold 25 rooms to one group, reaching 50% occupancy. Decision: Should we increase or hold the retail pricing on online travel agents (OTAs) and the brand website? Increase LOS: Encourage longer stays to boost occupancy on typically lower-demand days.

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Hotelogix

JANUARY 19, 2025

Steps to Analyze Competitor Pricing: Track room rates across OTAs and direct websites. Key Pricing Strategies: Dynamic Pricing : Adjust rates based on real-time occupancy, demand, and competitor rates. Capitalize on Occupancy Fluctuations Occupancy rates often fluctuate, requiring smart adjustments to pricing.

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Experience Hotel

JULY 12, 2023

Ce n’est pas un secret, les hôtels rémunèrent les OTAs (agences de voyage en ligne) sous forme de commissions à la vente pour accroître leur visibilité. Les commissions versées aux OTAs L’un des principaux bénéfices offerts par les OTAs réside dans la visibilité qu’elles offrent aux hôtels.

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Horizon Hospitality

JULY 10, 2024

In the competitive world of hospitality, one of the most critical challenges of hotel professionals is balancing room rates with occupancy levels. Channel Management Software will help manage room inventory across multiple online travel agencies (OTAs) and booking platforms. Use predictive analytics to forecast future demand.

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Xotels

MAY 30, 2024

What drives more value to the business, ADR, average daily rate, or occupancy? Occupancy or ADR? So what is it, Occupancy or Average Room Rate (ARR)? In a formula it is expressed as follows: Occupancy x ADR = RevPAR In the end, it is not about occupancy or ADR, average daily rate, but about how much money is made by the hotel.

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Hotelogix

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Introduction: The Hidden Revenue Killer for Hotels Did you know that hotels utilizing a mix of OTAs, metasearch engines, and direct booking strategies experience significantly higher revenue growth than those relying on a single channel? The key to higher occupancy rates and maximized revenue ? Why use niche OTAs?

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Hotel Speak

AUGUST 13, 2024

Therefore, ensuring it’s easy for guests to book, whether direct or through third parties, is paramount to fulfilling a successful occupancy strategy and higher Average Daily Rate (ADR) goal. Research has found the more visible your hotel is online, the more likely someone is to book it – both directly or via an OTA.

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Amadeus Hospitality

APRIL 8, 2025

Every hotelier dreams of high occupancy, steady revenue, and a thriving business year-round. Theres a tendency to rely on one-off discounts, flash sales, or online travel agencies (OTAs) to fill rooms quickly without building a sustainable demand pipeline. And if you ask, theyll all agree demand generation is the key to success.

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eZee Absolute

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

With a data-driven approach and AI-powered tools like eZee Mint AI , you can still maximize occupancy, increase revenue per room , and turn last-minute demand into profits. If youre still relying heavily on OTAs, now is the time to push direct bookings with exclusive deals. For hoteliers, events like this dont come often.

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STAAH

MARCH 13, 2025

As the industry faces the challenge of balancing guest satisfaction and room occupancy, the rise of o nline travel agencies (OTAs) , metasearch engines , and direct booking strategies offers fresh opportunities and obstacles. Mastering the OTA landscape: When it comes to OTAs like Expedia, Booking.com, Agoda, GoMMT etc.

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STAAH

JANUARY 2, 2024

Find out more on STAAH Channel Manager here Online Travel Agents (OTAs): Your online distribution strategy cannot ignore this channel. Working with multiple online travel agents (OTAs) is crucial for increasing digital distribution and overall occupancy. allowing hotels to make informed decisions on pricing and promotions.

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Cloudbeds

AUGUST 21, 2023

While for some hoteliers it’s best to avoid overbookings altogether, for others, a good strategy can increase revenue, improve the occupancy rate and mitigate losses. Additionally, you may distribute your hotel rooms across multiple third-party channels such as OTAs , GDS providers , or meta-search providers. See it in action 4.

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Cloudbeds

MARCH 15, 2023

Direct bookings are reservations guests confirm directly with a property without using an online travel agency (OTA) or 3rd party intermediary. Direct bookings are beneficial because they connect lodging businesses directly with potential customers and increase hotel revenue through money saved from OTA commissions.

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STAAH

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Channel Manager Managing multiple distribution channels, from Online Travel Agents (OTAs) to direct bookings, can be complex without the right tools. Tip for Hoteliers: A good channel manager helps hoteliers maximize their visibility across multiple online travel agencies (OTAs) and direct booking platforms.

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Little Hotelier

OCTOBER 17, 2023

This worry emerged because before using Little Hotelier, he had to submit all credentials for the online travel agent (OTA) to staff from a third party. “Right now the average occupancy has reached 70%, and thankfully, so far we have never encountered any issues related to allotment updates,” he said.

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Little Hotelier

JANUARY 19, 2025

Bar rate : Best available rate (BAR) is often lower than the rack rate and fluctuates based on demand, season, and occupancy. Net rate : This is the rate after subtracting any commissions or fees, often used in negotiations with online travel agencies (OTAs) or corporate bookings. What are the benefits of standard rack rates?

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Cloudbeds

OCTOBER 17, 2024

A basic strategy might involve listing your property on a few key online travel agencies (OTAs) like Airbnb and Booking.com and leaving it at that. By strategically analyzing revenue booked, occupancy rates, acquisition costs, and guest segments, hotels can build an advanced distribution strategy that delivers real value.

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Little Hotelier

JUNE 26, 2024

. “If we want to connect with all of our preferred OTAs (online travel agents) and the process isn’t assisted by an adequate system, it’s very difficult,” Indah said. “Little Hotelier’s channel manager feature is extremely useful for managing inventory for all OTAs at the same time.”

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Hotel Speak

JULY 24, 2024

Effective hotel distribution strategies enable hotels to target the right audience, optimise occupancy rates, and enhance revenue management. Hotels have worked with third parties such as airlines, travel agents, online travel agents (OTAs) and the Global Distribution System (GDS) for decades.

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