eZee Absolute

DECEMBER 22, 2024

Upgrade Hospitality Solutions Operational efficiency and a seamless guest experience are essential during high-demand periods. Booking Engine: eZee Reservation is one such tool that helps guests easily book rooms directly through your website, enhancing your online presence and reducing commission fees from third-party OTAs.

Overbooking 52

Overbooking Accommodation Events Revenue 52

Hotelogix

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

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%. While OTAs help bring in new customers, relying too heavily on them can hurt your bottom line. front-page listing).

Hotel Sales 52

Hotel Sales Revenue Sales OTA 52

SiteMinder

OCTOBER 26, 2022

In the digital age managing hotels has a new set of challenges, especially the need to stay alert with room availability & price adjustment while managing online travel agents (OTA). Things get harder when everything needs to be done manually, and the chance of overbooking is high. Establishing room rates is no longer a problem.

Resorts 105

Resorts Overbooking OTA Management 105

SiteMinder

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

After 12 years in operation, we recently spoke to Corporate Director for Revenue & Digital Distribution Pawarisa Hirantanes about the group’s journey and its satisfaction with SiteMinder as a technology partner. “Our Since implementing SiteMinder our operations have undergone a remarkable transformation.

Operations 98

Operations Revenue Hotels OTA 98

Hotelogix

OCTOBER 4, 2024

For small and mid-size hotels, having the right OTA ( Online Travel Agencies ) channel manager is critical. This tool not only simplifies operations but also helps maximize revenue and improve the guest experience. This tool not only simplifies operations but also helps maximize revenue and improve the guest experience.

OTA 52

OTA Management Overbooking Revenue 52

Hotelogix

OCTOBER 24, 2024

But when integrated, they help a hotel in reducing costs, increasing operational efficiency, improving staff competence, and in serving guests better. It is a software application that helps you manage your daily operations. It automates and streamlines hotel operations across all the departments.

OTA 52

OTA Management Overbooking Cancellation 52

Cloudbeds

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

This collaboration delivers a deeper integration between Cloudbeds Property Management System (PMS) and Sabres SynXis Central Reservation System (CRS), offering hotels and accommodation providers a seamless and efficient solution for managing distribution, reservations, and property operations.

Hospitality 59

Hospitality OTA Overbooking Operations 59

SiteMinder

MARCH 25, 2025

For hotel owners, the value of this role goes beyond daily operations. For example, during peak travel periods, an efficient reservations manager using a modern property management system (PMS) can swiftly allocate room blocks for group bookings or special events, maximising occupancy without overbooking.

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SiteMinder

DECEMBER 12, 2023

As the largest hotel in Dalat with many room types, Terracotta Resort was in a situation where inventory management on more than 10 OTA channels became increasingly difficult,” said Mr. Triết, “The inability to update rooms and rates immediately is a potential obstacle to revenue flow and a constant obstacle for employees.

Resorts 105

Resorts OTA Overbooking Hotels 105

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.

OTA 52

OTA Management Revenue Occupancy 52

STAAH

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

Coordinating availability across multiple channels was a cumbersome task, often leading to overbooking or missed opportunities. Thanks to the channel manager’s real-time and automatic inventory management, issues related to price differences between each online travel agents (OTA) were quickly resolved.

Overbooking 113

Overbooking Revenue Management Hotels 113

Hotelogix

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Major tasks of front-office staff: Handling Guest accounts Ensuring guest satisfaction Handling in-house communication Create guest database Sell a service  What are the Common Challenges Hotel Front Desk Operations Face? Handling these queries manually can lead to overbookings.

Operations 64

Operations Overbooking Hotels Services 64

Hotel Speak

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Advanced technologies are likely to usher in a shift in how owners, operators, and hoteliers do business as they chase demand. Unplanned overbookings, front desks staffed 24/7, and marketing or finance degrees to optimize revenue will soon be a thing of the past. Online travel agencies (OTAs) have returned stronger than ever.

Average Daily Rate 110

Average Daily Rate OTA Overbooking Travel 110

SiteMinder

MAY 21, 2023

Silavadee Pool Spa Resort Samui, a renowned 5-star establishment with over 14 years of operation, is nestled on the tranquil Lamai Beach in Surat Thani, Koh Samui. With a two-way connection between the hotel and online travel agents (OTAs), the PMS automatically updates reservations made through any online booking channel.

Resorts 98

Resorts Overbooking Yield Management OTA 98

STAAH

MAY 5, 2024

Coordinating availability across multiple channels was a cumbersome task, often leading to overbookings or missed opportunities. Upon implementing STAAH, The Greenwood Hotel, experienced a transformative shift in its operations. Setting up new online travel agents (OTA) channels during and after the initial set-up was simple.

Management 109

Management Overbooking Revenue Hotels 109

Hotelogix

MAY 16, 2024

It's about exceeding them while efficiently managing your operations. Streamline operations with a cloud-based hotel property management system (PMS) Upgrading to a cloud-based Hotel PMS can significantly improve hotel operational efficiency. Top 5 Tips on How to Improve Efficiency in Hotels  1.

Operations 52

Operations OTA Hotels Revenue 52

STAAH

JULY 7, 2024

STAAH was a game changer Since implementing STAAH , CityBlue’s operations have undergone a remarkable transformation. This has not just saved countless hours but has also reduced the risk of errors and overbookings , providing a seamless booking experience for guests. It was a must.

Revenue 113

Revenue Overbooking Hotels Marketing Strategy 113

Inn Quest

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Managing your hotel’s inventory efficiently can significantly impact your bottom line, guest satisfaction and overall operational effectiveness. The Impact of Inventory Management on Hotel Operational Costs Inventory management directly impacts a hotel’s operating costs in several ways.

Management 87

Management Overbooking Revenue Hotels 87

Hotel Speak

JULY 24, 2024

Hotels have worked with third parties such as airlines, travel agents, online travel agents (OTAs) and the Global Distribution System (GDS) for decades. While the OTA owns the customer in the first instance, hotels can put in place systems to win over the customer and earn more revenue from each guest’s stay.

OTA 101

OTA Hotels Revenue Marketing 101

SiteMinder

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

This innovative approach has been implemented by Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) Michela Pittaluga and her dedicated team, with help from SiteMinders platform to optimise operations, streamline the booking process and enhance the overall guest experience. We save about 50% in daily operations.

Global Distribution System 52

Global Distribution System Overbooking Management Operations 52

Hotelogix

MARCH 27, 2025

In today’s fast-paced hospitality world, a clunky Property Management System (PMS) can quietly kill hotel operations. From constant staff training to frequent operational errors and guest dissatisfaction, poor PMS UX (User Experience) bleeds time, money, and morale.

Online Marketing 40

Online Marketing 40

Little Hotelier

AUGUST 8, 2023

Streamlining operations and elevating the guest experience Prior to adopting Little Hotelier, the accommodation struggled with a previous provider that was challenging to use. ” When asked about his experience with connecting to OTAs, Saban expressed that “It’s remarkably simple.

OTA 98

OTA Overbooking Management Operations 98

Hotelogix

APRIL 4, 2025

We're talking hotel operations as clean as our freshly laundered linens! Data-Driven Hospitality Big data and AI are our new revenue managers, optimizing operations better than a seasoned GM. Eco-friendly tech isn't just nice to have; it's what our guests expect.

Online Marketing 52

Online Marketing 52

SiteMinder

MARCH 20, 2024

From sustainable design elements to mindful waste management practices, Neera Retreat’s commitment to environmental stewardship permeates every aspect of its operations, fostering awareness and inspiring change in both guests and staff alike. We recently spoke to Ms.

Revenue 98

Revenue Branding Overbooking Operations 98

Little Hotelier

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Simple, structured operations In the past, Gloria managed reservations manually, but this left her feeling drained. “I I constantly had to be present to manage bookings from OTAs, Airbnb and direct channels,” she explained. The moment she started using Little Hotelier’s hotel management platform , Gloria’s operation transformed.

Operations 52

Operations Business Overbooking OTA 52

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. Scalability and Flexibility: As your hotel grows, so should your RMS.

Revenue Management 108

Revenue Management Revenue Management Forecasting 108

Little Hotelier

JULY 20, 2023

Channel automation and integration to manage different bookings Since the beginning of its activity, SoloQui B&B has focused on the online presence, thus being available on several OTAs. With the booking engine, we guarantee guests all the simplicity offered by OTAs with lower accommodation costs.

Management 75

Management Overbooking OTA Small Business 75

SiteMinder

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Operational efficiency : Knowing you have a full house can streamline other operational decisions, from staffing levels to food and beverage orders. Similarly, Phocuswright found that 30% of searches are on online travel agent (OTA) mobile websites, and nearly one in four on hotel mobile sites are for same-day or next-day check in.

Overbooking 98

Overbooking Occupancy Revenue Hotels 98

Hotelogix

JANUARY 19, 2025

Hoteliers must rise to these expectations while managing complex operations and staying ahead of the competition. Whether it’s managing the front desk or optimizing housekeeping, the right PMS simplifies operations, improves guest experiences, and enhances profitability. What is Hotel Management Software?

Management 40

Management Operations Occupancy Revenue 40

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 no longer have to individually contact each OTA to make adjustments. Previously, we had to cautiously decide where to sell our last two rooms to avoid overbookings.

Revenue 52

Revenue Operations Overbooking Online Sales 52

StayNTouch

JUNE 1, 2022

Multi-Property Dashboard & Stats Enhancing Your Guest Experience & Operations Across Your Hotel Portfolio In the latest edition of What’s New in Stayntouch , we sat down with our Product Manager Bernd Barysch to discuss the recent expansion of the multi-property functionality for Stayntouch PMS. What's New in Stayntouch PMS?

Operations 52

Operations Hotels Scale Occupancy 52

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

Xotels

MARCH 3, 2025

From making sure staff, guests, and smooth operations are all attended to, we can understand why revenue management so frequently gets put on the back burners. Guest actions Who makes direct bookings versus through OTAs, and how can you influence them? That’s a recipe for overbookings and lost revenue.

Revenue Management 40

Revenue Management Revenue Management Ancillary Revenue 40

SiteMinder

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Agoda, being one of the leading online travel agencies (OTAs), provides a vast and valuable audience. At its core, an Agoda channel manager operates by providing a seamless link between your hotel’s property management system (PMS) and Agoda’s platform. Table of contents Why should hotels consider a channel manager for Agoda?

Management 59

Management Overbooking OTA Hotels 59

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.

Management 76

Management OTA Cancellation Overbooking 76

Cloudbeds

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

We’ll also show you how to harness this powerful technology to capture more reservations, streamline booking processes, save time and costs, and increase guest satisfaction – whether you operate a hotel, hostel, motel, B&B, or vacation rental company. Most OTAs don’t share guest contact details when forwarding a booking.

Revenue Management 98

Revenue Management Hotels Revenue Operations 98

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