Hospitality News, Trends and Tips

3 benefits of using maintenance and ticketing systems in your hotel

Oftentimes, the hustle and bustle of a hotel means that maintenance staff is constantly on the go - scrambling to make repairs and fulfill maintenance requests. Sometimes, they’re receiving their requests on post-it notes, or walking the hotel with walkie-talkies - and there’s no way to truly keep track of everything on their plate. Maintenance and ticketing systems offer properties and owners a more trackable, visible process, with three large benefits.

Kipsu’s IHG Holiday Guide: Set your season up for success with guest messaging

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! And for hotels, it’s the busiest time of the year!With the joy of the holidays comes a flurry of air travel and family trips across the country. In a competitive industry like hospitality, this is a great opportunity for the IHG brand to step up their guest service and stand out from the rest. Good thing we made you a list of ways that hotel guest messaging can help with this busy season and spread some holiday cheer along the way!

5 Different Ways Kipsu’s Guest Messaging Drives Hotel Efficiency

For a hotel team, every minute counts. Efficient multitasking and prioritizing of guest requests, hotel tasks, and the deluge of other responsibilities associated with running a successful property means more time and energy can be dedicated to providing an excellent guest experience. Watch our video to learn how messaging can streamline operations and keep hotels running smoothly!

Sonja Swanson

April 8, 2024

How Hotels Prepare For Solar Eclipse Tourism

How do hotels prepare for one of the biggest events in the hospitality industry?

This year’s solar eclipse will likely be 2024’s biggest event in the U.S., bringing in over an estimated 1 billion dollars in revenue for the regions where the total eclipse will appear. While these numbers are exciting, it’s important to remember that this increase in incoming tourism will also lead to an increase in demand on the staff at hotels in the area. 

Sonja Swanson

March 12, 2024

How Hotels Can Boost Guest Engagement With a Mid-Stay Status Check (Templates Included!)

With hospitality texting, guests can easily text in requests or questions, and hotels can even prompt guests to tell staff what they need with the mid-stay message.

Guest service is arguably the most important part of the hospitality industry—ensuring guests have what they need and feel comfortable asking for it if they don’t. But now that texting is preferred over calling, hotels have to make sure they’re providing the right channels for open communication.With hospitality texting, guests can easily text in requests or questions, and hotels can even prompt guests to tell staff what they need with the mid-stay message. These status checks are a great tool to improve brand survey scores and boost your guest engagement. Let’s dive into the mid-stay check-in and ways you can implement it at your hotel.

Sonja Swanson

February 26, 2024

Maximizing Hotel Efficiency with Guest Messaging

Guest messaging is not just about convenience for guests; it's about supercharging hotel efficiency.

What exactly is guest messaging, and why is it such a big deal? Well, think of it as your direct line to hotel guests, right at your fingertips. Instead of picking up the phone and waiting on hold or making a trip to the front desk, guests can simply shoot off a quick message through the hotel's messaging platform. Whether they need extra towels, want to book a dinner reservation, or have a question about local attractions, guest messaging has got you covered.But it's not just about convenience for guests; it's about supercharging hotel efficiency. Let's break it down.

Sonja Swanson

February 12, 2024

How Messaging Feedback Builds Loyalty for Resorts: From the Guest’s Perspective

How exactly does messaging feedback work, and why is it so effective in enhancing customer satisfaction at resorts? Let’s take a look from the guest’s point of view.

At its core, messaging feedback allows guests to communicate their thoughts, concerns, and preferences in real-time, directly through their smartphones or tablets. Gone are the days of forgettable survey forms or waiting in line at the front desk to voice an opinion – with digital messaging, the power to shape a guest’s experience lies right at your fingertips.So, how exactly does messaging feedback work, and why is it so effective in enhancing customer satisfaction at resorts? Let’s take a look from the guest’s point of view.

Sonja Swanson

February 5, 2024

Navigating Major Events: Tips for Seamless Guest Communication Through Messaging

With these helpful tips and messaging features, your staff will be prepared for the next big event in town!

Digital messaging is a crucial tool for ensuring seamless communication before, during, and after the event. Unusually high volumes and influx of guests can really show the cracks in your communication systems, especially if you’re not properly prepared for what’s to come. As you plan for the next major event in your town, here are some valuable tips and messaging features you can use to keep guests informed and engaged from start to finish.

Sonja Swanson

January 29, 2024

Unlocking the Full Experience: Ways to Help Your Guests Take Advantage of Onsite Amenities

Creative ways to help your guests make the most out of the onsite amenities you provide

When guests choose your resort for their stay, they're not just looking for a comfortable room; they're seeking an unforgettable experience. One key element that can elevate their stay is the effective utilization of onsite amenities. From swimming pools and wellness spas to restaurants and cocktail bars, resorts offer a variety of facilities that can enhance the overall guest experience. Let’s explore creative ways to help your guests make the most out of the onsite amenities you provide.

Sonja Swanson

January 8, 2024

How Digital Messaging Fits Into 2024 Hospitality Trends

Let’s take a look at some of the top hospitality trends of 2024 and how digital messaging can play a role in fulfilling those trends.

As we begin the new year, we want to explore the emerging and sustaining trends in the hospitality industry. From personalized experiences to major technology advancements, Kipsu is here to help your property stay in the know with the latest innovations and expectations in hospitality. Let’s take a look at some of the top hospitality trends of 2024 and how digital messaging can play a role in fulfilling those trends.

December 18, 2023

5 Funciones de Mensajería Digital para Mejorar la Experiencia en el Resort

Nuestra mensajería digital ofrece funciones que encantarán tanto a sus huéspedes como a su personal.

La gestión de grandes complejos turísticos requiere una sólida comunicación entre departamentos, empleados y clientes. Contar con una única solución SaaS que proporcione comunicación digital podría optimizar la eficiencia de su equipo y mejorar la experiencia de sus huéspedes. Afortunadamente, la mensajería digital de Kipsu ofrece muchas funciones que podrían aumentar fácilmente su ROI. Desde las funciones de alimentos y bebidas hasta la difusión de mensajes en todo el sitio, eche un vistazo a las funciones de mensajería digital de Kipsu.

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