[SPONSORED CONTENT] Lighthouse A free online course has been created for independent hoteliers.. Find out how to fill up your rooms and make more money while still having time to add the little touches that will bring back guests.
The course Prepare your independent hotel for the peak season of 2025 This book provides you with practical tools that will help you to increase your bottom line, simplify your daily routines and create unforgettable experiences for guests.
This course, available in English (French, German, Italian) and other languages, is the secret to a successful summer. Whether you run a cozy guesthouse, a charming boutique hotel, or a unique B&B, you’ll discover how to set rates that fill rooms without leaving money on the table, reach more of your ideal guests without breaking the bank, and streamline those time-consuming daily tasks.
“The summer can make and break the year of independent hotels.” When you’re wearing multiple hats and competing with big chains, having simple, effective strategies, paired with the right tools, can be the difference between a good season and a great one,” said Nadine Böttcher, head of product innovation at Lighthouse. This course will give you some practical tips that you can put to use immediately in order to control your peak season.
Summer success in three simple steps
This course is divided into three chapters that are easy to follow:
• Chapter 1 Set prices that fill rooms AND maximise profits – Stop guessing at your room rates! Learn how to set prices based on actual market conditions. You can track how much money each room brings in, and make smart changes that will boost your bottom-line even if you have never used a spreadsheet.
• Chapter 2: Get more bookings without drowning in OTA fees – Discover which booking channels actually work for properties like yours. Learn how to balance OTAs and your own website bookings. You’ll also learn how to select specialty platforms to connect with guests that will love your special property, while still keeping commission costs in check.
• Chapter 3: Run your hotel smoothly (even when you’re short-staffed) – Transform how you manage daily operations so you can step away from the front desk and focus on what matters. Learn how independent hoteliers automate routine tasks to free up time for their teams and create seamless guest experiences, all without adding more staff. Each chapter includes real-life success stories from independent hoteliers just like you, showing exactly how these strategies work in properties of all sizes:from tiny B&Bs to 50-room boutique hotels.
You’ll leave the course with a customized action plan for your property, which you can implement immediately and just in time to prepare for the busiest part of your year.
“We created this course specifically for independent hoteliers who don’t have time to wade through theory and jargon,” added Böttcher. “Everything has been tested and is designed to help turn overwhelming data in clear decisions which boost your bottom line, while maintaining the personal touch that makes you property special.
You will receive an official certificate for your team and guests once you have completed the course.
Start your summer journey now
The course is now available for absolutely free. You can study at your pace, whenever there is a free moment. Even if you only have 15 minutes to spare between check-ins. Join other independent hoteliers who are already using these strategies. Register to receive updates on the latest news and events. here.
