Hotelogix, a global player in cloud-based hospitality technology, has unveiled an innovative hourly booking module designed to help hotels maximise revenue opportunities while offering guests greater flexibility with check-in and check-out times. This feature enables hotels worldwide to offer rooms on an hourly basis, allowing guests to pay only for the hours they need-a cost-effective solution that aligns with the evolving needs of modern travellers.
Rising Demand for Hourly Hotel Bookings
With travellers seeking more flexible and affordable accommodation options, the hourly hotel booking segment has seen substantial growth. Valued at $16.67 billion in 2019, the market is projected to reach $25.62 billion by 2027. This trend is particularly evident in countries like the United States, the United Kingdom, India, and the Philippines, as well as across Southeast Asia. The model caters to those needing short stays-such as transit passengers, business travellers, or individuals on layovers-offering significant savings of up to 60% on accommodation costs.
Transforming Hotel Operations and Revenue Models
The newly added Hourly Booking feature in the Hotelogix Property Management System (PMS) is more than just a revenue booster. It allows hotels to: Offer packages, discounts, and late check-out options for hourly bookings, access customised reports to track key metrics, such as revenue streams and booking sources and analyse trends to optimise revenue strategies and improve operational efficiency.
This solution is particularly advantageous for airport hotels, transit hotels, capsule hotels, and business hotels. Aditya Sanghi, CEO of Hotelogix, highlighted the transformative potential of this feature, saying: “The hourly booking feature will redefine how hotels enhance occupancy and revenue while addressing the dynamic needs of today’s travellers. This innovation positions us significantly ahead of competitors and unlocks new market opportunities.”
A Success Story from the Philippines
Alexander Asuncion, Senior Executive at GCGC and COO of Global Officium Limited Inc (GOLI), lauded the new feature, saying: “Selling rooms by the hour is essential for our portfolio. It enables us to cater to a market segment that values pocket-friendly accommodation, excellent guest experiences, and superior service.”
GCGC, which manages over 60 properties under brands like Hotel Sogo, Eurotel, and Astrotel, has already reaped substantial benefits as an early adopter. With over 750 hourly bookings per month, each lasting about six hours on average, GCGC has recorded a 40% increase in revenue per room.
Shaping the Future of Hospitality
Hotelogix’s Hourly Booking module is set to transform hotel operations globally, empowering properties to adapt to the growing demand for short-stay accommodations. By blending affordability, efficiency, and guest-centric services, the feature ensures that hotels not only stay competitive but also deliver enhanced guest satisfaction in today’s fast-paced world.
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