Field notes from inside the industry.
Practical perspectives on building, opening and running hotels in Indonesia. Written by hoteliers, for owners and developers.

The cost of a hotel feasibility study in Indonesia in 2026
A guide for hotel owners and developers to understand the cost of a comprehensive, lender-ready feasibility study — and the key factors that drive the investment.

Hotel renovation feasibility: ideas, process, costs & case studies
A practical guide to assessing hotel renovation feasibility — from concept and implementation stages to cost estimates, real-world projects and ROI analysis.

6 effective strategies to increase hotel direct bookings
Reducing dependence on OTAs is one of the most effective ways to improve hotel profit. Here are six practical strategies to strengthen direct bookings and build better guest relationships.

Bleisure travel: the business trip that blends with leisure
The bleisure market is worth more than USD 600 billion and continues to grow. Indonesia has a major opportunity to capture it — when marketing strategy is supported by quality operations.

Why the right investment creates a more efficient hotel
The most efficient hotels are not always the cheapest to run. Advantage is built through the right operational investment, disciplined SOP implementation and continuous service improvement.
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