Innovative check-in solutions for hotels – rethinking efficiency

Advantages of an automated check-in solution

In general, an automated check-in solution has a decisive advantage over the classic physical room key: security and access management. In the event of loss, key cards or access codes can be easily blocked and recreated. Code-based access systems are flexibly adapted to the booking period and allow time-limited access to relevant areas such as the garage, wellness area or other booked facilities.

Benefits automated check-in solution with Loxone bring:

1. Smooth guest experience: A digital check-in solution allows guests to check-in independently from reception staff service times. The flexibility and convenience of independent check-in, free from waiting times, is undoubtedly appreciated by guests.

2. Relieving the burden on staff: A fully automated self-check-in solution avoids waiting times at reception and noticeably reduces the workload for staff. It is a reliable alternative and improves the efficiency of operations.

3. Data security and accuracy: Interfaces to the Property Management System (PMS) reduce human error and ensure seamless and secure data transmission.

Three examples of self-check-in solutions for your hotel

• The cunnect GmbH offers the possibility to seamlessly transfer booking data between Loxone and the PMS RoomRaccoon so as to automatically generate an access code for the guests rooms during their stay. The Loxone Gold Partner using this calls the solution cunnect.keyless. Hoteliers benefit from a provided platform through which they can customise keycodes and transmit them directly to their guests. Both hotel operators and guests can easily view and manage these codes, which reduces the workload for staff and increases guest comfort.

• Loxone Gold Partner Smart System Mario Zorn, completed a special project at the Boutique Hotel Nils am See. Here guests are given access to the hotel lobby with a code sent to them in advance of their arrival. When the guest arrives they check-in at the hotel’s own terminal. The guest can then access their room either with a personal access code in their phone’s wallet or with specially designed key bracelets for the door’s NFC Code Touch issued via the machine. All without the need for any staff. With Loxone and the interface to the Stayntouch PMS, check-in becomes really straightforward. The solution can also be easily integrated with other PMSs to ensure seamless check-in.

• The JobelHome Platform is a software specially developed for hotels, vacation rentals and serviced apartments, that automates self-check-in and simplifies administrative tasks. The platform was originally developed in-house for the JobelHome Smart Apartments in Hungary and Germany – that are equipped with Loxone. After booking online via platforms such as AirBnB, Booking.com or the host’s own website, guests receive an email that allows them to complete their booking details hassle-free. Time-based access codes and a temporary user account for the Loxone App are then created so that guests can easily make the most of all of the smart functions in their apartment. The platform is also compatible with any interface-enabled PMS, making it highly versatile.

A hotel building management system (BMS) with Loxone offers numerous possibilities to automate your check-in.