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News, perspectives and stories from the OpenStays team, for homestays, hotels and resorts alike.
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Does Instagram Bring Bookings for Hotels?
Does Instagram bring bookings for hotels? Rarely, and never the way owners expect. What reels actually do, the…
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Why Do Hotels Fail in India? The Honest Reasons Nobody Talks About
Why do hotels fail in India? Lease maths, compliance and staff costs that don’t shrink with size, borrowed…
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Do Google Reviews Really Matter for Hotels?
Do Google reviews matter for hotels? Yes, in India more than anywhere. What the stars actually decide, how…
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Should Hotels Take Advance Payment from Guests?
Should hotels take advance payment from guests? An honest, owner-side answer for Indian properties, no-show maths, UPI, refunds,…
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The Disadvantages of OTA for Hotels That Only Show Up After a Year
The disadvantages of OTA for hotels rarely show up in month one. Commission creep, rented guests, rate parity,…
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Why Guests Remember Homestays
A homestay is remembered for its people, not its rooms. Why the personal touch is your strongest business…
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Upcoming Changes to WhatsApp Business API Pricing from October 2026
NEW · Updated on 8th September 2026 1,000 free service messages. Every month. Effective October 1, 2026 –…
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We will be discovering Chikkamagaluru
We’re thrilled to share that the OpenStays team is heading to the beautiful hills of Chikkamagaluru this June…