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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OTA Hotels Online Sales Market 59

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. A channel manager automates this process, syncing room rates and availability across all platforms, reducing the risk of overbookings or pricing discrepancies.

Operations 83

Operations OTA Overbooking Revenue 83

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%.

Hotel Sales 52

Hotel Sales Revenue Sales OTA 52

SiteMinder

JANUARY 21, 2024

The ultimate challenge for us was to maximise our occupancy rate each month and reduce our overbookings as much as possible.” “Moreover, managing OTA inventory and data insights with quality and completeness to further develop the analysis of our target customers was important but also difficult.”

Resorts 52

Resorts Overbooking OTA Occupancy 52

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. A channel manager automates this process, syncing room rates and availability across all platforms, reducing the risk of overbookings or pricing discrepancies.

OTA 52

OTA Overbooking Revenue Management Revenue 52

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?

Business 52

Business Management OTA Global Distribution System 52

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.

Revenue 82

Revenue Sales OTA Average Daily Rate 82

Little Hotelier

OCTOBER 30, 2024

For example, if your PMS is integrated with a channel manager , the interface will ensure that when a room is booked through an OTA, your PMS updates automatically. This will save you from the hassle of manual updates and reduce the risk of overbookings or missed payments. Streamlined operations.

OTA 52

OTA Motels Upsell Overbooking 52

Hotelogix

AUGUST 31, 2024

The database collects and distributes information on room availability, occupancy rates, and inventory for travel services worldwide. This helps them attract a larger audience, increasing bookings and occupancy rates. Read Also: Tips to increase bookings for hotels from OTAs 2.

Global Distribution System 40

Global Distribution System OTA Occupancy Hotels 40

SiteMinder

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Agoda, being one of the leading online travel agencies (OTAs), provides a vast and valuable audience. In the cases of the best hotel channel managers , this availability is then synced across all other OTAs as well, such as Booking.com – a channel manager is OTA agnostic.

Management 59

Management Overbooking OTA Hotels 59

SiteMinder

MAY 21, 2023

This has minimised revenue loss from vacant rooms while maximising our occupancy rates.” With a two-way connection between the hotel and online travel agents (OTAs), the PMS automatically updates reservations made through any online booking channel. Previously, the resort handled all tasks manually, which was time-consuming.

Resorts 98

Resorts Overbooking Yield Management OTA 98

Inn Quest

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

By implementing an inventory tracking system, hotels can minimize underbooking, reduce overbooking risks, set competitive prices and provide a seamless guest experience, ultimately leading to increased revenue and improved operational efficiency. This prevents overbooking and rate disparities, enhancing the guest experience.

Management 87

Management Overbooking Revenue Hotels 87

Little Hotelier

APRIL 10, 2024

An overbooking, fraudulent payment, or incorrect invoice are significant risks for small businesses, which is why we created our all-in-one platform – to save time and protect against human error. This ensures that availability displayed on both the official website and OTA remains accurate.

Revenue 52

Revenue Management Small Business OTA 52

Hotelogix

OCTOBER 24, 2024

These channels include Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) like Booking.com, direct bookings through the hotel’s website, and Global Distribution Systems (GDS).   Without it, hotel staff would have to update each room's availability manually which could lead to errors such as overbookings.

OTA 52

OTA Revenue Hotels Global Distribution System 52

Inn Quest

AUGUST 15, 2023

Hotels face a daunting challenge as travelers seek convenience and competitive prices: how to efficiently manage their room inventory across multiple online distribution channels while maintaining real-time updates and avoiding overbooking. This is where a hotel channel manager comes into play. What Is A Hotel Channel Manager?

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Management Global Distribution System Overbooking OTA 52

Fuel Travel

JULY 11, 2024

It also prevents overbooking and keeps everything in sync, allowing guests to tailor their stay preferences and enhance their experience. A secure, seamless connection ensures that this data is shared in real time, preventing overbooking and cancellations. Reduced Dependency on OTAs Create a more balanced distribution strategy.

Upsell 52

Upsell Overbooking Hotels OTA 52

SiteMinder

APRIL 28, 2022

The booking engine is designed to ensure that the direct booking process is quick and easy, increasing occupancy rates and ensuring that you are getting the maximum revenue possible, by cutting out online travel agent commission costs. One of these is overbookings. Ultimately increasing my occupancy and avoiding overselling.”.

Overbooking 52

Overbooking OTA Occupancy Hotels 52

Hotelogix

AUGUST 27, 2024

This means using a mix of online and offline channels, like Online Travel Agents (OTAs), meta-search engines, direct bookings, reviews, Global Distribution Systems (GDS), and more. Here are some key points: Reach More Guests: Channels like OTAs and booking sites help hotels attract a bigger audience.

Global Distribution System 52

Global Distribution System OTA Revenue Hotels 52

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.

OTA 75

OTA Hotels Revenue Market 75

Little Hotelier

OCTOBER 11, 2023

This is exciting for your business because it presents an opportunity to push the limits of your occupancy and cash-in on increased revenue. Make more money during peak season with direct bookings OTAs charge a 15-25% commission fee on every booking. However, overbooking means that you risk double booking, which is not worth the risk.

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Maximum Length of Stay Minimum Length of Stay Overbooking Occupancy 52

SiteMinder

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

While they can be a wild card in the hotel management game, they offer a unique opportunity to maximise occupancy and revenue. Last-minute hotel room bookings have a range of benefits including: Maximised occupancy : Filling rooms at the eleventh hour ensures that you’re making the most of your available inventory.

Overbooking 98

Overbooking Occupancy Revenue Hotels 98

SiteMinder

MARCH 20, 2024

Learn more Revealing the transformation that SiteMinder inspired Understanding the challenges faced prior to implementing SiteMinder, Fon recalled the chaos of manual sales operations, especially when managing room allotments across multiple OTAs. “Without SiteMinder, managing room inventory manually was a cumbersome task.

Revenue 98

Revenue Branding Overbooking Operations 98

SiteMinder

MAY 2, 2023

We used to manually manage our profiles and rates across different OTAs and our website. At the same time, availability is adjusted across all channels, which reduces the risk of overbookings. “We This in turn has a positive impact on occupancy and revenue. That took up an enormous amount of time.

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Overbooking Online Sales Hotels OTA 97

Little Hotelier

APRIL 28, 2023

Overbooking was a common occurrence. There was always the risk of overbooking. 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. We still had overbookings all the time,” said the motel owner-operators.

Motels 52

Motels Overbooking Hotels OTA 52

SiteMinder

MAY 17, 2023

A new chapter with SiteMinder’s channel manager Prior to using SiteMinder, the hotel had difficulty managing availability, inventory, task management and OTAs. “We can easily adjust pricing based on occupancy, seasons, or during high-demand periods such as public holidays or long weekends.

Revenue 52

Revenue Overbooking Operations Online Sales 52

Little Hotelier

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

This feature helps streamline the booking process, reducing the risk of overbooking and ensuring a smooth check-in experience for guests. This feature enables guests to make bookings through the hotel’s website, increasing direct bookings and reducing reliance on third-party booking platforms and avoiding OTA fees.

Management 59

Management Overbooking OTA Accommodation 59

STAAH

APRIL 16, 2024

Integration with Distribution Channels: Seamless integration with distribution channels such as online travel agents (OTAs) , global distribution system (GDS) , and direct booking channels is essential for efficient inventory management and distribution.

Revenue Management 81

Revenue Management Revenue Management Forecasting 81

eZee Absolute

OCTOBER 24, 2024

It’s a critical aspect of a hotel’s operations, as the effectiveness of this distribution directly impacts visibility, occupancy rates, and overall revenue. By leveraging such tools, hotels can attract more direct bookings, ultimately reducing their reliance on OTAs and increasing profitability.

Hotels 52

Hotels Revenue Management Overbooking Revenue 52

Little Hotelier

JULY 31, 2023

It’s designed to maximise hotel occupancy through its distribution channels. It’s a powerful tool that can help you drive maximum occupancy and increase your hotel’s visibility. This ensures that your inventory is always up-to-date, reducing the risk of overbooking. What is MaxiRoom?

Cancellation 52

Cancellation Overbooking OTA Management 52

eZee Absolute

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

They sought a solution that not only increased visibility on Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) platforms but also sold the rooms at the best price and managed their inventories seamlessly. This streamlined approach minimized the risk of overbooking or underbooking, ensuring optimal occupancy rates year-round.

Overbooking 52

Overbooking Global Distribution System Hotels Management 52

SiteMinder

JUNE 12, 2024

Learn more Yield management vs revenue management The goal of yield management is not merely to increase room rates or occupancy; rather, it’s to maximise your hotel’s revenue by forecasting your room supply and demand across a variety of key factors. Our smart hotel platform helps you do exactly that.

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Yield Management Management Revenue Management Revenue 98

SiteMinder

AUGUST 13, 2024

It won’t help you manage listings through other OTAs, or your own, direct listings. Good news, however: Tripadvisor integrates seamlessly with SiteMinder’s channel manager , which does tackle your listings across more than 450 OTAs and metasearch engines. Update these images regularly to keep your listing fresh and appealing.

Business 52

Business OTA Management Overbooking 52

Hotelogix

MAY 16, 2024

Ensure real-time OTA distribution with a Channel Manager OTAs are a significant source of bookings, and you must work with multiple OTAs to drive more indirect bookings. A channel manager automates and synchronizes your hotel's rates and inventory across all OTAs in real time.

Operations 52

Operations OTA Hotels Revenue 52

Cloudbeds

JULY 15, 2023

And even then, manually-managed distribution is risky: any delays in updating rates and availability on a channel’s extranet could mean selling a room that isn’t available or selling at a lower rate, which can lead to overbooking and sub-optimal yield management. The same happens with a cancellation.

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Management OTA Cancellation Overbooking 76

Cloudbeds

APRIL 8, 2024

Many hoteliers question if it’s worthwhile investing in a direct booking strategy or if they can solely rely on online travel agencies (OTAs) like Airbnb, Booking.com, or Trip.com to fill occupancy. Integrating with these engines and offering real-time pricing and availability ensures that guests book directly instead of with an OTA.

OTA 98

OTA Upsell Average Length of Stay Revenue 98

StayNTouch

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

This can include a hotel’s website, its social media platforms, phone or email reservations, metasearch engines, or OTAs. The Billboard Effect shouldn’t be underestimated, as a study by Cornell estimates that being listed on an OTA corresponds with a 7.5-26% 26% increase in hotel reservations. 26% increase in hotel reservations.

OTA 52

OTA Hotels Revenue Overbooking 52

Hotelogix

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

A Hotel PMS provides several operational reports, including a history and forecast report, revenue report, reservation report, housekeeping report, night audit report, financial report, guest history report, occupancy reports, etc., It should simplify reservations and integrate with a channel manager for real-time OTA distribution.

Management 52

Management Revenue Management Hotels Operations 52