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33 Hotel Marketing Actions to Generate Direct Bookings

Posted: Thu Dec 05, 2024 8:35 am
by ayeshakh
Andres Romero
CEO and Project Manager
May 3, 2022
Hotel marketing strategy design is a complex and dynamic discipline. Without the right focus, it is easy to waste time and resources without producing real results. To drive the best performance, hotels must take a strategic approach , combining the fundamentals with creative new ways to engage today's travelers.

Whether you operate an independent iran email list hotel, holiday apartment, farmhouse, B&B, hostel or holiday rental, these marketing strategies and ideas will help you achieve the main goals of hotel marketing: building brand awareness and generating demand for better results.

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An annual marketing plan is a crucial first step to ensuring your marketing activities are focused and results-oriented.

A marketing plan should contain the following components:

Market overview and latest trends in hospitality
Marketing objectives , brand positioning and competitive landscape
Duties and Responsibilities
Market target
Objectives, strategies and performance metrics by channel
Packages and promotions
Marketing budget and calendar of activities
Channels include hotel website and SEO, paid media, third-party listings, social media, email marketing, guest loyalty, guarantees, trade shows and events, partnerships, public relations and online reputation management.


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Yes, that's a lot! But you don't have to do it all by yourself. And keep in mind that a marketing plan should be a fluid document, with monthly performance reports and strategies adjusted as needed to optimize results. Be sure to stay informed about the latest marketing trends, too.