Accommodation planning, operation, and management require flexible strategies that adapt to diversifying traveler needs and changes in the social environment.
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, safety and security-focused operations, such as enhanced hygiene management and ventilation equipment, and contactless check-in and payment, have become the norm. As inbound demand recovers, multilingual support, consideration for religious and culinary cultures, and ample Wi-Fi and power outlet facilities are essential.
In terms of planning, purpose-specific products such as workcations, long-term stays, and experiential plans are expanding, with tourism, culinary, and cultural experiences in conjunction with local resources becoming a differentiating factor.
In terms of operation, measures to address labor shortages include outsourcing cleaning and front desk operations, using AI and IoT for inventory management and price optimization, and marketing using reservation data analysis.
In terms of management, environmental impact is being conscious, and energy-saving equipment, reduced amenities, and the introduction of local production and consumption are becoming more common. It is becoming increasingly important for hotels to be chosen for their added value and brand power, rather than price competition.