KWHotel
Affordable hotel management software with a free version included
About KWHotel
KWHotel is a property management system built for small and medium accommodation facilities such as hotels, guesthouses, hostels, and campsites. It combines reservation management, invoicing, a channel manager, an online booking engine, and housekeeping tools across desktop, web, and mobile apps. Used by thousands of properties across more than 160 countries, it is known for its budget-friendly pricing and visual booking calendar.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Free version makes it accessible for very small properties
- Affordable paid plans compared to competitors with similar features
- Visual room-plan calendar simplifies reservation management
- Easy to learn with a clean, intuitive interface
- Good connectivity with third-party software and OTAs
- Customizable reports and automatic updates
Cons
- Mobile app and web interface need improvement
- Performance can suffer with poor internet connectivity
- Customer support quality is inconsistent per some reviews
- Notable price increases reported in recent years
- Better suited to small/medium properties than large hotel chains
Key Features
Visual Booking Calendar
Drag-and-drop room plan to schedule, track, and modify reservations at a glance.
Channel Manager
Synchronizes availability and rates with OTAs like Booking.com, Expedia, and SiteMinder to prevent overbookings.
Online Booking Engine
Lets guests reserve rooms directly from the property's website with real-time availability.
Invoicing & Billing
Generates invoices, manages pricing policies, and handles credit card processing and POS integration.
Mobile App
Manage reservations and property operations remotely from iOS and Android devices.
Housekeeping Management
Coordinate cleaning tasks and room status through the dedicated Hotel Clean App.
Digital Registration Cards
Guests complete check-in registration digitally via iOS and Android.
Specialty Modules
Add-ons for parking, camping, wellness & SPA bookings, door access control, and SMS marketing.
Pricing
- Core reservation management
- Visual booking calendar
- Basic invoicing
- Limited rooms
- Everything in Free
- Expanded reservation features
- Reporting
- Automatic updates
- Technical support
- Everything in Standard
- Channel manager
- Online booking engine
- Specialty modules (parking, camping, SPA)
- Third-party integrations
Best For
Independent Hotels & Guesthouses
Manage reservations, invoicing, and housekeeping for small to mid-sized accommodation in one affordable system.
Hostels & Campsites
Use dedicated camping and bed-level modules to handle non-traditional accommodation layouts.
OTA Channel Management
Keep availability and pricing in sync across Booking.com, Expedia, and other channels to avoid overbookings.
Direct Online Bookings
Capture commission-free reservations directly through a website booking engine.
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