Advantages of outsourcing hotel management
Do you have a hotel, do you want to improve profitability and have more time for yourself? The answer lies in a hotel operator that takes care of all aspects of your property. This way, you can improve the services you already offer, maximize profits and have less workload.
It seems too good to be true, but it's what we do at Dobo Homes. As a comprehensive rental management company, we handle everything from large hotels to small hostels. Our team takes care of everything from the promotion, to maintain a high occupancy rate, to the maintenance of the property.
But, if you have doubts, let us tell you about the advantages of hiring a hotel operator.
Advantages of hiring a hotel operator
The latest information published by It is given, indicates that the average daily rate (ADR) in December 2024 was €117.42. This means an increase of 7.93% compared to December 2023, in addition, the REVPAR was €66.99, 8.10% more.
That is, if you want improve the profitability of your hotel, you must be close to those values. If not, you are not taking advantage of the boom in the tourism sector in recent years. To fix that, a hotel operator is the answer, because by hiring them, you will enjoy these advantages:
1. Guaranteed occupancy
The occupancy rate per place remained above 49% throughout 2024. However, in December it fell 1.30%, compared to the same period in 2023, according to INE data. And remember, the occupancy rate is what determines the profitability of a hotel.
And this is where a hotel operator demonstrates its value. One of the most important services we offer is to guarantee a stable and profitable occupancy rate. To achieve this, marketing strategies are used to capture the largest number of reservations possible.
In addition, the presence on social networks and all channels where potential clients may be is reinforced.
2. Hotel cleaning and maintenance
One of the keys for a hotel to be successful is cleanliness and its maintenance. As a hotel operator, at Dobo Homes we take care of everything, so that your guests leave with a great impression. Thus, you will no longer have to be worried about such an essential issue.
Furthermore, by being managed by a team of experts, you will avoid any problems that may arise with the services.
And the plumbing, air conditioning systems, ventilation and other installations are periodically checked. Therefore, not only will your guests be happy, but your property will be well cared for.
Of course, this also includes the maintenance of the rooms during the guests' stay.
3. Effective communication with customers
From the moment the client makes contact to request information or make a reservation, until they hand over the keys, we take care of maintaining good communication. We coordinate check-in and check-out times, customer service, clarification of doubts, and we even help with your itinerary if you need it.
Also, if guests speak another language, no problem. Hotel operators have staff trained to communicate in several languages.
The goal is to provide a great experience to each person who stays at your hotel, to guarantee good reviews. Consequently, this impacts the number of reservations and increases the occupancy rate.
4. Price adjustments according to season
The hospitality sector is very competitive and if you do not make seasonal price adjustments, your profitability can go to the floor. The INE data show that the average price changes dramatically throughout the year.
As you know, the first 4 months are usually the lowest, and last year the price remained between €129 and €136. The peak of prices occurs between May and August, with a price per night of up to €183. So if you are not able to adjust the rates with time, you can lose many guests.
Instead, companies that operate hotels have software that is responsible for tracking competitors' prices. This way, they can make an adjustment automatically and be competitive to attract more customers and guarantee occupancy.
5. Transparency and detailed reports
Delegating the operation of your hotel to a hotel management company does not mean that you lose control of your investment.
On the contrary, what you will get is the benefit of simplification, and each month you will receive income reports.
This way, you can see how your investment is performing, if there are possible areas for improvement or other decisions to make. You will be able to be aware of every detail, from the occupancy rate, the average room price, percentage of reservations, cancellations, etc.
This is how, in Dobo Homes, we manage hotels so that our clients can see the added value we give to their property.
If you want more information, contact contact us to devise a comprehensive management strategy for your hotel.