Since Brexit and the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, the hotel trade has faced one crisis after another – not least the current energy crisis. Skyrocketing energy prices have affected almost every business in every sector however, while some have cut budgets by reducing production or cutting down on employees, these are not viable options for the hotel industry.
Balancing cost saving and the customer experience
On average, a hotel uses around 91m2 of energy with each room using about 50kWh every day. Balancing guest comfort with cost savings and environmental factors is a constant battle for hotel owners and this is unlikely to change in the near future. In order to survive, the guest experience must remain a priority for hotels and this continues to present a significant challenge.
