There are many apps out there claiming the ability to manage small hotels, guesthouses, or BnBs from your smartphone. Some even claim the ability to manage your short-term property from anywhere. Some of these companies are big players in the hotel industry. We were surprised when our team researched these apps, and which companies chose to serve the online booking app market.
We understand why you are interested in a good app to help manage your short-term rental property. There are many options available, and it can be difficult to know which one is the best fit for your needs.
Things to Consider When Searching For an App to Manage Your Vacation Rental
Ease of use: Look for an app that is intuitive and easy to navigate. You don't want to spend a lot of time trying to figure out how to use the app or get frustrated with it.
Features: Consider the features that are important to you. You want to manage bookings, communicate with guests, and track finances,
Cost: Some property management apps charge a fee, while others are free to use. Determine your budget and make sure you choose an app that fits within it.
Integration with other tools: If you are using other tools such as a website, or a booking platform.
Customer support: Look for an app that offers customer support
Property Management Apps
Little Hotelier is a cloud-based property management system. The app is designed with small short-term rentals in mind. Little Hotelier is part of the site SiteMinder channel manager system. SiteMinder Channel Manager is integrated with the Little Hotelier App.
KW Hotel app
Google does not have reviews for this app. We have not tested this app yet but we will.
The KW Hotel App is a tool that allows hoteliers to manage their reservations and communicate with guests while they are on the go. This is a cloud-based property management system. The app is designed with small short-term rentals in mind. This company offers several app versions on Google Play. Once we have tested these apps we will write about the results. KW does have a free version which we think is worth giving a try.
KWHotel Pro versions have a separate app, available for download in the Google Play store
HostAway Hotel Software App is a vacation rental management platform. Features of this software include, booking management, communication, calendar synchronization, and financial reporting.
Sabee Owned by Stripe
Not available on Google Play It must be downloaded from the company's website. https://www.sabeeapp.com/prices
Although our team has used Stripe payment systems, there are no independent reviews we could find.
We could not find this app on Google play.
This company is upfront with its pricing which is a positive note. On the other hand, it is pricey for more than 2 rooms.
For a list of free apps for hotels, you can visit this site. We do not recommend any of these apps. Please let us know if you find one you like.
It's important to carefully research these apps to determine which one best meets the needs of your small hotel, guesthouse, or B&B. It's also a good idea to read reviews and speak with other property owners who have used these apps to get a sense of which one might be the best fit for you.
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