🎙️ Episode 50: The 6 Tools You Need to Get Started in Hospitality
Update: 2025-07-10
Description
In this episode, Cody and Meagan break down the six most essential tools every aspiring hotelier, property manager, or vacation rental owner needs to launch and run a successful hospitality business. Whether you're opening your first boutique property or scaling your short-term rental portfolio, this episode covers the foundational systems and services to prioritize.
🔧 The Big Six Tools:
- PMS (Property Management System)
Your central hub for managing bookings, availability, and operations.
✅ Our favorites: WebRezPro & ThinkReservations - Messaging Tools
Communicate clearly and automatically with your guests.
✅ Top picks: Akia & Talsey AI - Locks & Access Control
From keypads to app-based entry, guest access needs to be seamless and secure.
✅ There are many great smart lock options—choose one that integrates with your PMS. - OTA Channels (Online Travel Agencies)
Leverage platforms like Airbnb, Expedia, and Booking.com to drive bookings—but know how to use them wisely to avoid over-dependence. - Website
Your website is your digital storefront. A custom, mobile-optimized site builds credibility and boosts direct bookings.
✅ Need one? We can help—reach out! - Merchant Account / Payment Processing
You need a trusted merchant processor for secure, reliable guest payments—don’t skimp on this.
🎯 Whether you're just getting started or looking to tighten up your tech stack, this episode delivers a concise, actionable checklist to make sure you’ve got the right tools in place.
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