Category: Hospitality Properties

7 Common Laundry Mistakes Your Hospitality Property Should Avoid

Hospitality Linens

One of the necessities hospitality properties may want to think about is the laundry and cleaning process.  Laundering occurs so frequently, especially for linens like towels and sheets.  That is why it is important for properties to make sure the process is done efficiently to help preserve the high quality and durability of the linens and avoid laundry mistakes.  There are common laundry mistakes that can be avoided to help take better care of the linens.

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4 Fantastic and Brilliant Ways to Prepare Your Hospitality Property for Spring

Hospitality Properties Spring Season

Your hospitality property will be very busy soon if it isn’t already. The hardships of winter are almost behind us as many people are now starting to experience spring fever and have grown tired of all the wintry weather and disruptions to their plans.  That is why the fresh start of spring brings much delight and joy to so many faces. Activities start becoming more abundant as the weather warms and people begin to travel more. This is also the time of year where many lodging professionals start to prepare for their busy season to ensure their guests have the best experience possible. Here is a checklist to prepare for spring.

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2023 State of the Hospitality Industry: A Fascinating Wave of Possibilities

2023 State of the Hospitality Industry

The hospitality industry should prepare for a wave of possibilities in 2023.  Economic issues remain a concern as politicians and economists continue to warn the public about a potential recession in 2023.  This could make it difficult for forecasting travel and guest expectations.  The landscape of what people are looking for when traveling will continue to change through a new trend called slow travel.  Technology is also continuing to rapidly expand across all industries, so hospitality should expect to see some more advancements, particularly with property websites.  Also, properties will put an increased focus on training and employee retention given the chaos the pandemic caused for them and many other industries over the past few years.

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Hybrid and Remote Workers Increase Business for Hospitality Properties

Hybrid and Remote Workers

The last few years have seen a rise in hybrid and remote workers. The hospitality industry has experienced major changes during that time as well.  The industry has been forced to deal with issues like staffing shortages and supply chain issues on a month-to-month basis.  However, folks working in this industry and running the properties have been resilient and ready to adapt their business operations to meet the constantly changing day-to-day operations.  Some changes to the industry will likely remain permanent.  The new way guests travel is a trend likely to stay.  The pandemic brought a major shift to remote work for many companies.  The hybrid work schedule has created new terms that hospitality workers need to be familiar with, and there are new opportunities available for properties to attract hybrid or remote workers to their properties.

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What Makes Good Quality Hospitality Sheets for Short-Term Rental Properties

The primary goal for any property in the hospitality industry is to provide their guests with a comforting and enjoyable experience during their stay.  This includes providing good bedding, amenities, and other accessories that will help improve the overall experience.  Short-term rental properties are quickly becoming a popular trend for travelers, so it is important that they have the best possible linen and lodging options to remain competitive.  Industry experts have been discussing some of the best sheet characteristics for these properties.

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How Often Should Your Hospitality Property Launder Bathrobes?

Bathrobes are a luxury option not always found in every hospitality property, but places that offer them may add some extra guest satisfaction.  Guests will feel that you value their stay and want them to feel right at home.  Bathrobes make guests feel more comfortable, warm, and relaxed.  They need to be properly taken care of to avoid damage or excessive wear-and-tear.  Do you know how often robes should be laundered?  Every day, once a week, or just between each guest stay?  There is more to that answer than you may think.

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Proper Guest Boundaries and Expectations can Give Your Hospitality Property an Advantage

A former Florida innkeeper once said, “Transparency is always the best policy when it comes to guests at your property. Even the smallest inconvenience can become a huge point of contention if the guest feels they’ve been misled. Likewise, even large inconveniences become manageable if they’re expected. Give the guest an opportunity to cancel, and they might! But those are the guests who would have left angry and posted about it on Google, so it’s for the best in the end.”

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