Hotel sales is one of the most daunting aspects, isn’t it?

Most sales professionals always find it frustrating when closing a lead takes forever.

But it doesn’t have to be this way. Every hotel, irrespective of its shape and size, can speed up its sales cycle.

You just need to spare some time to understand your current process, implement certain steps, and voila!

I know…I know. It isn’t as easy as ABC! But it’s not something you can’t achieve.

Without further ado, let’s dive right into the topic, understand everything about it, and come up with strategies to speed up your hotel sales cycle.

What Is a Hotel’s Sales Cycle?

Generally, a hotel sales cycle is a process of turning a lead into a guest. However, this process is repeatable and tactical and involves everything from the first touchpoint to building strong relationships with the guests.

To put it simply,

Homestays are undoubtedly one of the most rewarding businesses at present. If you are or become a homestay host you not only earn handsomely but also learn about different cultures, interact with people from different walks of life, and make connections that last a lifetime.

But you cannot enjoy these perks fully unless you are a super host; simply put, a host that guests love.

The secret to becoming a great homestay host lies in the experience that you offer to your guests. And in this article, I will help you with a complete guide that covers all the stages of running a perfect homestay business.

From preparing your home to being friendly and hospitable, I have got you all covered.

Let’s get started!

The Current Scenario of Homestays

Homestay isn’t a new concept; it has been around for a long time. In the past, only young and experienced travelers

Home to some of America’s most famous landmarks, including Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz and The Painted Ladies, it’s little wonder that San Francisco is one of the country’s favourite destinations. What might be more surprising is how popular the city is with pet owners.

With its generous green spaces and temperate climate, San Francisco is a fantastic place to explore with a pet, and it has a hotel scene built to service the steady stream of pet-owners that visit.

What considerations should a pet owner make when visiting San Fran, and which of the city’s pet-friendly hotels are best? Read on to find out where travellers are gravitating towards.

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Gain Customer Loyalty by Delivering Amazing Stay 

The one advantage that hotels have over OTAs is that they actually deliver the service that travelers are purchasing. Not to state the obvious, but bookings and customer loyalty are ultimately driven by exceptional service and an amazing guest experience. 

Here, technology can also play an outsized role. Channel managers and booking engines allow your guests to choose how they book, but a PMS with flexible asset classes can give them a choice in what they book. Offering day-use or hourly rates allows your hotel to cater to busy remote workers or airport travelers, while extended-stay options can appeal to the short-term rental market.

Deliver a memorable first impression by creating a lobby that’s designed for socializing, dining, and co-working, and give your guests the option to check in however they want: through their smartphone, a guest-facing kiosk, or a friendly associate aided

Imagine your flight landed late and you’ve already missed the first day of your vacation. To add to the disappointment, when you enter the hotel for check-in you found a scenario like this:

Two reception counters, handling four queues of guests. Only two people at the frontdesk handling this crowd. People are waiting in the seating area beside the frontdesk. A hotel staff member is assisting them with their check-ins on a digital pad. And you are standing there, hoping you could just get a room without going through all this.

Now imagine, if this hotel had a self-check-in kiosk. You could use it to enter your booking details, verify your ID, and make the payment, and there — “this is your keycard”, and you are simply done with the check-in. Looks like a dream?

Well, let’s make that true!

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