AirHost has partnered with Ikyu Co., Ltd., operator of the luxury hotel and ryokan booking site "Ikyu.com," to connect guests seeking luxurious stays with accommodations offering premium services.
This partnership enables lodging facilities using AirHost HMS to list and sell their rooms on both "Ikyu.com" and "Yahoo! Travel," expanding their reach to high-end domestic and international guests.
Expanded Access to Premium Market: Utilize Ikyu.com's luxury-oriented user base to attract high-quality guests.
Simultaneous Connection with Yahoo! Travel: Linking with Ikyu.com automatically enables expansion to Yahoo! Travel.
Broader Domestic and International Customer Base: Cater to both domestic affluent clientele and inbound demand interested in luxury Japanese ryokans and hotels.
Smart Check-in Implementation: Enhance check-in efficiency and guest satisfaction through the adoption of "AirHost ONE."
Upselling Opportunities: Leverage pre-check-in and upsell features to offer value-added services.
Ikyu.com, operating since 2000 under the concept "Indulge your heart in luxury," is a booking site specializing in luxury hotels and ryokans. It offers a range of services providing premium experiences, including gourmet dining, spa treatments, overseas travel, and furusato nozei (hometown tax donation) programs.
Through this integration with AirHost, accommodation facilities can reach discerning guests via Ikyu.com's sophisticated platform, offering opportunities to provide extraordinary and comfortable stay experiences. Furthermore, by utilizing AirHost ONE's smart check-in features, facilities can ensure a seamless and luxurious stay from arrival to check-out.
This partnership allows lodging facilities to approach a luxury-oriented customer base while implementing efficient operations using the latest technology, simultaneously achieving improved guest satisfaction and increased revenue.