How to Build Your Own Stayntouch
Replace Stayntouch with a custom build. A Hotel Management Platform that re-imagines the guest and staff experience
Build Difficulty: 5/5
Build a working replacement in a weekend with AI tools
Estimated Timeline
Based on 33 features at Weekend Project difficulty, expect about One weekend with AI-assisted development.
Recommended Tech Stack
Full-stack React framework with API routes and server components
PostgreSQL database, auth, and real-time subscriptions
Utility-first styling for rapid UI development
Key Features to Replicate
Top features across 8 categories. See all 33 features
Guest Experience(5 features)
Contactless check-in and check-out options via mobile and kiosk technology
Mobile check-in with automatic and timed room assignment, early check-in, upsell capabilities, and mobile check-out with email folio
Seamless digital check-in via mobile or kiosk with automatic and timed room assignment, enabling guests to bypass queues
Tailored and customized guest services and experiences based on individual preferences
Customizable guest-facing kiosk for 30-second contactless check-in, early check-in, room upsells, check-out, email folio, and room key pickup
Revenue Generation(5 features)
Promotion of ancillary services and packages to guests via mobile and automated channels
Attribute-based upsells and automated upsells for services, packages, room upgrades, and monetized early/late check-outs delivered via guest mobile device
Automated upsell offers for early check-in options delivered to guests
Automated upsell and monetization of late check-out options
Automated room upgrade offers delivered to guests during check-in and throughout stay
Operations(4 features)
Local and global contract management with setup of local events
Mobile task lists for housekeeping staff with easy and efficient workflows
Instant room status updates, OOO/OOS handling, checkout of zero-balance guests, fast minibar posting, and task assignment by floor or section
Manage entire hotel portfolio from one dashboard with central command, shared profiles, and streamlined multi-property operations
Core PMS(2 features)
Check-in/check-out, move room functionality, room diary display, financial charge handling, and cashier functions
Search and create reservations with availability overview, item inventory management, commission handling, and guest/company/TA profile management
Finance(2 features)
Streamlined accounting workflows and tools to enhance accounting department efficiency
Multi-bill handling, charge routing, cashier management, journal of ledgers, full accounts receivable module, auto charge of deposits, and credit card transaction management
Support(2 features)
Round-the-clock phone and helpdesk support with knowledge base and product training resources
Personalized account management and ongoing consultation
Automation(1 features)
Streamlined automation of cumbersome tasks across departments to reduce manual work
Booking Management(1 features)
Commission-free booking engine with synchronized availability, restrictions, inventory, add-ons, group bookings, and promotional codes for direct hotel bookings
Cost Calculator
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