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How decision intelligence unlocks hotel data for better insights

Cloudbeds

This scalability is especially valuable for hotels – as more information is collected about guest behavior, booking trends , and occupancy patterns the more precise rate adjustments, inventory management, and marketing strategies will be in the future. Why it’s important for hotels? Why it’s important for hotels?

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What is a bed bank? List of bed bank examples for hotels

SiteMinder

A bed bank is a business-to-business (B2B) travel provider that connects hotels with travel distributors, such as online travel agencies (OTAs) and tour operators. Serving as intermediaries in the travel industry, bed banks enable hotels to increase occupancy without directly managing complex distribution channels.

OTA
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EBITDAR explained: Driving financial health for hotels

Cloudbeds

Financial analysis When EBITDAR is combined with other metrics, such as ADR (average daily rate), occupancy rate, or RevPAR (revenue per available room) , it can help dig deeper into financial metrics. Improve marketing and distribution Optimize distribution channels to reduce sales commissions.

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13 ways to attract more direct bookings for your hotel

Cloudbeds

What is a direct booking? Direct bookings are reservations guests confirm directly with a property without using an online travel agency (OTA) or 3rd party intermediary. Direct bookings have become essential to any independent hotel’s distribution mix. Still, it’s important to note that all bookings are innately good.

OTA
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Atrápalo: Extranet for hotels

SiteMinder

Atrápalo is a popular online travel and leisure booking platform that connects travellers with a wide range of accommodations, activities, and experiences that specialises in Spain and Spanish-speaking countries. Atrápalo’s website attracts a diverse range of travellers, with a significant portion from Spanish-speaking regions.

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Guest profiles: Enabling personalized marketing & guest experiences

Cloudbeds

Without cohesive guest insights, it becomes nearly impossible to create meaningful, personalized interactions todays travelers have come to expect. Booking source Document the source profile of your guests, whether they booked via an OTA, a travel agent, or your direct booking site. Thats where guest profiles come in.

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15 Essentials Digital Marketing Services for Hotels

MediaBoom

With over 80% of leisure travelers globally booking accommodations online in 2024, as per Statista, the shift towards online travel booking is unmistakable. Marketing strategies in the hotel sector are designed to enhance brand visibility and broaden reach.