Business branding and messaging Hotels have a rating and branding message of their own. For example, when you think of a five-star hotel, you think of luxury, but the hotel may also have its underlying branding message. Given the current times, companies support different causes. Get only those toiletries that match the values of your business. For example, if your hotel conveys l...
Bed sheets are one of the most important features when running a hotel; not only do you have to give your guests somewhere warm and safe to spend the night – the more comfortable they sleep, the more likely they are to return and recommend your business. The first thing your guest will notice will be the fresh, crisp sheets laid out on the bed – so what would be the best material and design fo...
Hotels are used by guests for many reasons. Many are business travellers who need a place to rest between meetings. Some are tourists looking for tourist attractions nearby. Some are attendees and planners who visit the city for an event or meeting. No matter what the guest’s reason for staying with your hotel, there is one thing certain: the amenities and experiences your hotel provid...
There are many factors that go into selecting the right supplier. Hoteliers used to view purchasing supplies for their restaurants or hotels as a support function. So, buying was a simple matter of going online and purchasing towels, sheets, etc. routinely. Hotel Supplies have been overlooked and not given enough recognition for their contribution to achieving profit targets and cost c...
WHAT BED SHEETS USE IN 5 STAR HOTELS? Thread count is a key aspect of bed sheet research. Although thread count is an important factor in the quality of bedsheets, it is not as prominently highlighted by bed linen marketers. It is often incorrect to assume that a higher thread count means better quality bed sheets. Instead, it only takes into account the quality and quantity of cotton. While it ...
Hygiene is a vital aspect of the hospitality industry, and it’s one of the reasons your laundry and linen service is so important. It’s a key part of customer service and every bit as important as the quality of service and food a hotel offers. It doesn’t matter how great other areas of your business are, if you have an issue with hygiene or cleanliness, customers will spot it right away. Ov...
What do you do when you first enter a hotel room? Do you lie down right away, do you turn the TV on or do you just put your luggage in the room then roam around the hotel vicinity? On average, what people often do is go inside the toilet and check out the products the hotel offers. They look at how neat each place in the hotel room is – starting from the bathroom. It may be hard to say but it is...
Does your hotel’s contract with your supplier list you as a most-favored customer? It may matter more than you think. (To proactively remove the inevitable “but” from the RFP equation, ask suppliers these three questions.) If your property or hotel company is considering a new supplier, sometimes basic research isn’t enough. There are at least three critical – yet often overlooked �...
The backbone of the tourism industry is hotels. More entrepreneurs are looking for hotel supplies. Others might find it difficult to open a hotel and may consider the topic of hotel supplies too complicated. With a little guidance, anyone can achieve their dreams. We can help you whether you are looking to start a hotel or renew an existing one. You need to think beyond just clean sheets and r...