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With wedding season coming up, the ability to keep both hotel and event guests satisfied is no small feat. Different guests need different levels of communication, but the goal is the same: respond to the needs of your guests and event planners quickly, efficiently, and effectively. Here are a few ways to help keep things running smoothly during the wedding season.
It’s that time of year - families are planning vacations, road trips are picking up, and guests are eager to relax and enjoy their time away from home. Yes, summer is the busiest season for hotels, and you want to see your guest satisfaction scores rise with the temperature, so let’s make sure you are prepared for the traffic. From staying ahead of maintenance issues, to seamless guest communication, here are a few ways you can prepare for the summer and make the season as stress-free as possible.
By reviewing operational costs regularly and making small, intentional adjustments, hotels can reduce waste, improve efficiency, and strengthen profitability - all while still maintaining a focus on the guest experience.
September 11, 2023
September 7, 2023
Over the years at Kipsu, our Team has collected a handful of common misconceptions of digital messaging from some of our future partners. It's understandable for any of us who have dabbled in gossip or a game of "Telephone", but we want to take this opportunity to set the record straight, once and for all!
September 5, 2023
Are you trying to weigh the pros and cons of guest messaging? Maybe you don’t know whether implementing such a service is the best fit for your hotel. It’s not a fit for everyone! Here are reasons why you shouldn’t get guest messaging.
August 24, 2023
To boost Accor Live Limitless (ALL) Loyalty sign-ups and direct bookings through Accor’s app or website, hotel staff are encouraged to make sure guests are signing up for the membership. But how does one do that? From spreading the word in creative ways to letting guests know what they’re missing, there are tons of options.
August 21, 2023
Is adding another software system more work than it’s worth? One of the many drawbacks to introducing new technology to your property is the additional work it may put on your hotel staff. That’s where a connector comes into play. A connector is a one-way integration, passing guest data from your PMS to guest messaging software. There are several reasons why it’s helpful to have a connector integrate between the two systems, so let's take a look at some of the key benefits.
July 25, 2023
When it comes to the hospitality industry, ensuring an inclusive experience for all guests is crucial. This holds especially true for hotel staff and guests with disabilities. As we wrap up Disability Pride Month, let’s explore the best practices that hotels can implement to create an environment that is accessible, accommodating, and welcoming for everyone.
July 24, 2023
Creating a unified Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) across multiple hotel brands allows you to streamline training employees, incident prevention, and recovery. Here are 3 ways to create a unified SOP for management companies.
July 11, 2023
You shouldn’t aim to have service recovery failures, but they can be small blessings in disguise for your business. Mistakes have the power to leave the best impressions if service recovery is prompt, effective, and genuine. Set your staff up for success by investing in the tools they need to recover an experience swiftly.
Text messaging for hospitality isn’t just for the Waldorf Astoria’s of the world! Messaging with guests creates a better experience for both hotel staff and guests, no matter the hotel tier.
October 20, 2022
A rising trend in just about every industry is remote work. As travelers continue to blend business and leisure (there’s even a word for this: “bleisure”), they’re looking for accommodations that can fit all of their needs. Your hotel can adapt to this hospitality trend by providing secure Wi-Fi, common areas for working, and more.
October 17, 2022
Hospitality is a unique industry—from working long hours to meeting people from all over the world, every day is different. That’s why it’s so wonderful to have hotel team experts on the Kipsu team like Keelie Swafford!
October 10, 2022
Travel numbers are still on the rise and getting back to pre-pandemic levels, but hotel staffing isn’t. How is the hospitality industry keeping up with the demand? Tools like hotel text messaging systems have been helping increase efficiency, boost guest satisfaction, and provide contactless communication for cautious guests.
October 6, 2022
Kipsu isn’t just a hotel text messaging service — it’s also a sponsor of Byrd Racing! Starting as a partnership with a hotel management company to Circuit of the Americas in Austin to attend a race, it’s been quite the exciting journey.
September 29, 2022