Patong Bay Residence
Duration: 2021 – 2024
Patong Bay Residence is a newly refurbished 187-room family resort located in the heart of Patong, just minutes from the beach. Positioned in one of Phuket’s busiest tourist hotspots, the resort sought to enhance its online presence, optimize revenue streams, and streamline its operational systems. To achieve these goals, Patong Bay Residence partnered with The Percentage Company for a fully integrated e-commerce and digital marketing solution.
The Challenges
As a newly renovated property, Patong Bay Residence faced several challenges in an increasingly competitive market:
- Limited online visibility – The resort needed to establish a strong digital presence to attract more international guests.
- Revenue optimization – Implementing a dynamic pricing strategy was essential to maximizing profitability and occupancy.
- OTA dependency – Reducing reliance on OTAs by increasing direct bookings was a key priority.
- Outdated PMS & operational systems – The resort required an upgraded Property Management System (PMS) and Point of Sale (POS) system to enhance efficiency.
- Lack of a cohesive digital marketing strategy – The hotel needed a comprehensive approach to search engine marketing, digital ads, and email marketing.
The Solutions
To address these challenges, The Percentage Company implemented a full-suite digital transformation, including:
- Cloudbeds PMS Setup & Management – Upgraded and managed the resort’s Property Management System to improve booking efficiency and operational workflow.
- Hotel Booking Engine – Integrated a seamless, high-performance booking system to drive more direct reservations.
- OTA Management – Optimized listings, pricing, and availability across multiple Online Travel Agencies to maximize occupancy.
- Revenue Management – Developed and implemented dynamic pricing strategies to maximize revenue and profitability.
- POS Installation – Installed a modern Point of Sale system to streamline in-resort transactions and enhance the guest experience.
- SEO & Digital Ads – Executed a comprehensive search engine optimization (SEO) strategy and targeted digital advertising campaigns to increase visibility and direct traffic.
- Email Marketing – Designed and launched strategic email campaigns to engage past guests, promote special offers, and drive repeat bookings.
- Web Design & Web Support – Developed and maintained a user-friendly, high-converting hotel website to improve online engagement and direct bookings.
187 modern spacious rooms at in Patong.
115% increase in room revenue in year 2.
50% increase in average room rate in year 2.
43% increase in room night sales in year 2.
The Results
With The Percentage Company’s expertise, Patong Bay Residence experienced outstanding improvements, including:
- Significant Increase in Direct Bookings – A notable rise in website-driven reservations, reducing OTA commissions.
- Enhanced Online Visibility – Improved search rankings, website traffic, and digital ad performance, leading to greater brand awareness.
- Maximized Revenue & Occupancy – Smart pricing strategies resulted in increased occupancy rates and higher revenue per available room (RevPAR).
- Seamless Operations & Guest Experience – The PMS and POS upgrades streamlined hotel management, allowing staff to focus on delivering exceptional service.
- Stronger Brand Positioning – Patong Bay Residence has now established itself as a well-known and sought-after resort on the outskirts of Patong.
Through The Percentage Company’s tailored digital marketing and e-commerce solutions, Patong Bay Residence successfully transformed its online presence, revenue performance, and operational efficiency, positioning itself as a leading family-friendly resort in Phuket.
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