Motel Management Articles & Operational Checklists

The Motel Coach Blog contains practical articles, operational guides, revenue strategies, and marketing insights designed specifically for independent motels.

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Motel Management, Staffing, Front Desk, Motel Maintenance, Motel Housekeeping, OTA’s - Booking.com & Expedia, Global Distribution System, Guestpoint PMS, Revenue Management, Financial, Motel Marketing, Motel Management Resources, Motel SEO, Getting Started in Hospitality

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Front Desk Training in a Motel or Hotel

Learn how front desk staff in motels and small hotels manage daily operations using GuestPoint PMS. From check-ins and guest service to room assignments and reports, this guide covers key front office tasks with real-world hospitality workflow tips.

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Understand How Motel Rates Affect Profit

Learn what affect an increase or decrease in room rate will have on your motel.

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Front Desk Training - Check-in Guide.

Check-in for beginners with some helpful tips and tricks to help you level up your game.

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How to Manage Motel Room Availability.

Managing your motel rooms is critical to maximizing profitability. It is about knowing when to hold rooms, when to sell rooms and when to restrict rooms.