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In addition to the normal seasonal boost, local events such as sports tournaments, music festivals and conferences can further increase demand for holiday accommodation.
Every business in the hospitality industry needs to ensure customer satisfaction is at the forefront of their strategy, no matter how busy it becomes.
Getting ready for summer
Being prepared for the summer season enables hoteliers to increase guest satisfaction. While storage isn’t necessarily at the top of your list, it should be.
Managing hotel operations effectively means providing functional and stylish storage solutions. One of the biggest gripes among guests is not having enough hotel storage space, because design has taken preference over functionality, according to Buzztrips.
A wardrobe so narrow that you have to hang clothes diagonally, combined with a general lack of storage space, make unpacking inconvenient and a hassle. Guests say having to leave clothes piled high on a chair isn’t ideal and no-one wants to live out of their suitcase for a week because there’s nowhere to put their belongings.
While the rooms certainly need visual appeal, this shouldn’t get in the way of comfort and functionality.
A study by Review Trackers revealed 48% of guests would leave an online review if they suffered a negative experience in a hotel. As 81% of travellers read reviews before booking a room, it could impact your livelihood if you don’t provide visitors with what they need.
Almost three-quarters of holidaymakers said they would be prepared to pay 35% more for a brand with a review score of 4.4 out of five, compared with one that scored only 3.9.
Challenges of hotel storage
Functional and well-designed furniture adds to a room’s appeal, but for hoteliers trying to provide the perfect visitor experience, it can be challenging to meet all their needs.
The average individual arrives with a large suitcase and a smaller tote bag for personal items. They want to unpack their suitcase as soon as possible and they also like to have a place for toiletries.
Hotel room clutter can ruin a good holiday, so strike a happy medium between functionality and aesthetic appeal. Space optimisation is the key, so while wardrobes, dressers and bedside cabinets have their function, having additional portable solutions will help you create a bespoke living area for guests.
If your rooms are on the compact side, create compartmental storage space inside the wardrobe with Solent Plastics’ exclusive 78-litre heavy duty containers with attached lids. Available in five colours to coordinate with your decor, they have a load capacity of 35kg each and an improved lid design with lock-in points to assist with stable stacking.
The storage boxes’ lid can be secured at either end and in the middle with security seals, providing guests with extra peace of mind and a discreet place to keep personal items.
How does storage streamline hotel operations?
The main benefit of portable storage is the ability to add extra space exactly when you need it.
In summer, your hotel must be well-stocked with everything from food and beverages to complementary shower gels and cleaning products.
Store everything methodically and don’t waste an inch of space by using bulk storage containers, such as our 210-litre mini pallet container with four feet.
With a footprint of only 800mm x 600mm and a load capacity of 80kg, it can also be used for bulk food storage in the kitchen, or for catering at special events such as weddings and business conferences.
Made from industrial quality HDPE, it is ideal as a laundry container to keep operations running smoothly and ensure a constant supply of clean bedding and towels at busy periods.
Another popular choice for the hospitality industry is our 132-litre heavy duty recycled plastic storage tank. With four wheels, this mobile storage unit is made for manoeuvrability.
Moulded in heavy duty food-grade polyethylene, with a wide temperature range of -30°C to 80°C, it’s ideal for food storage and general use in the kitchen.
Our 455-litre heavy duty wheeled plastic storage tank is also made from food grade polyethylene, with a -30°C to 80°C temperature range. Easy to clean, it has a load capacity of 275kg. Available in five different colours, it is also suitable for colour-coded waste streams.
The hospitality sector is impacted by the seasons, so the ability of your storage solutions to adapt to your needs is vital.