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The Prostay Blog
Practical thinking on hotel technology, revenue, operations and the guest experience, from the team building the platform.
Hotel Technology & Innovation
Mews Alternatives in 2026: When to Switch, What It Takes, and Which Option Fits Your Hotel
Mews works for many hotels. For others, the two-year contract, the payment-processing lock-in or a simple operating-model mismatch pushes them to look elsewhere. A 2026 guide to deciding if you should switch, and what to switch to.
May 16, 2026 · 15 min read
Revenue Management
The Hotel Revenue Manager: Roles, Skills, Tools and 2026 Outlook
Walk into any well-run hotel and find the quiet person at a desk with three screens open. That is the revenue manager, and their job has never mattered more.
May 9, 2026 · 14 min read
Industry Trends
Eco Friendly Hotels: Systems & Strategies for Hoteliers
The conversation around eco friendly hotels has shifted. Five years ago, sustainability in hospitality was a marketing angle, a badge on the website, a towel…
Apr 10, 2026 · 17 min read
Hotel Operations Optimization
Hotel Scams With Credit Cards: Prevent Fraud at the Desk
Hotels are frequent targets for fraud because they combine three things fraudsters love: high transaction volume , fast check in pressure , and sensitive guest…
Apr 8, 2026 · 10 min read
Revenue Management
OTA Commission Calculator: True Net ADR After Fees
If you manage rates on Booking.com, Expedia, Agoda, and a handful of smaller channels, you already know the headline numbers on your dashboard. Average daily…
Apr 2, 2026 · 11 min read
Hospitality Industry
Bed and Breakfast B&B: Running a Profitable Property
The bed and breakfast model has survived every disruption the hospitality industry has thrown at it. While large hotel chains chase scale, while online travel…
Mar 28, 2026 · 17 min read
Hotel Operations Optimization
Hotel Housekeeping Supplies List: Cleaning Tools, Chemicals & Supplies
There is no shortcut to a clean hotel room. No amount of elegant décor, clever marketing, or competitive pricing can compensate for a guest who finds a hair on…
Mar 22, 2026 · 21 min read
Hotel Operations Optimization
Hotel PMS and Channel Manager: Integration & Distribution
The modern hospitality landscape runs on two pillars of technology: the property management system and the channel manager . Individually, each solves a…
Mar 19, 2026 · 14 min read
Hotel Operations Optimization
Manager on Duty: Why This Position Matters
Every hotel, resort, and hospitality establishment reaches a point in the day when the general manager clocks out, the senior managers head home, and the…
Mar 14, 2026 · 16 min read
Revenue Management
Hotel Cashflow Management: Guide to Hotel Cash Management
Hotel cashflow management is one of the most important parts of running a property. Revenue can be strong on paper, but without solid hotel cash management,…
Mar 10, 2026 · 13 min read
Hotel Operations Optimization
Hotel Duty Manager: Role and Responsibilities
The hotel duty manager is central to smooth day to day operations. They handle guest issues, support staff, and keep the property running when the general…
Mar 9, 2026 · 8 min read
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