How to Create Accommodation Services
Log In: Log in to ATDW
Profiles: In the main menu, select 'PROFILES'
Select Your Profile: Find the relevant profile and select 'UPDATE'.
Add Accommodation Type: Services must be linked to an Accommodation Type.
To do this, select 'Add Accommodation Type' in the sub menu.
Select Accommodation Type: Click the Accommodation Type that applies to your new Service. You'll then be directed to create your Service.
Create Your Service: Follow the prompts to add the information for your Accommodation Type.
Room Name
7. Review: Once you've completed the process, you'll reach a summary page for the service you've added. Take a moment to review the details. If you'd like to add a Service Deal/Offer for this specific room, you can do that here.
8. Submit for Review: Once everything is complete, check your Service Summary, then submit your profile for review. This step ensures that your profile is reviewed, approved, and published, making your updated room details visible to potential customers.
Accommodation Service Type
Help your customers find an accommodation option that suits their needs by specifying the Accommodation Type most relevant to your Service.
Apartments
Backpackers and Hostels
Bed and Breakfast
Caravan, Camping, and Holiday Parks
Cottages
Farm Stays
Holiday Houses
Hotels
Motels
Resorts
Retreats and Lodges
Room Name
Choose a name that clearly conveys the type of room you are offering, keeping it simple and descriptive. Make sure it instantly tells potential guests what to expect from the accommodation.
Example:
Deluxe King Suite with Ocean View
Family Room with Garden Access
Room Description
The service or room description is your opportunity to showcase the experience each room provides. In less than 200 words, highlight the key details, such as the room’s size, view, amenities, and any unique features.
Here’s a structured approach to ensure your description is both informative and engaging:
Service Overview: Start with a brief introduction to your service that includes your location.
Unique features: Highlight what makes the room stand out, such as special views, private balconies, or luxurious amenities.
Comfort and Amenities: Describe the experience by highlighting the key amenities that set your service apart. Specify details like bed type, Wi-Fi access, complimentary breakfast, or in-room entertainment.
Who it’s ideal for: Let potential guests know if the room is perfect for couples, families, business travellers, or adventurers.
Call to Action: End your description with a strong call to action, inviting customers to explore their options, and book their stay directly through your website for the best rates and up-to-date information.
Examples:
Deluxe Ocean Room at Beachside Oasis on the Gold Coast offers a luxurious escape with ocean views. This elegant room features a plush king-sized bed, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a private balcony. Modern amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, and a spacious ensuite bathroom with premium toiletries. Perfect for couples or solo travellers seeking tranquillity, this room provides the ultimate coastal retreat. Book your Deluxe Ocean Room today to experience unmatched comfort.
Mountain View Suite at Mountain Haven in the Blue Mountains combines rustic charm with modern luxury. This spacious suite boasts a cosy queen-sized bed, a fireplace, and large windows framing mountain vistas. Guests enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, an ensuite bathroom with a soaking tub, and a curated minibar. Ideal for couples or adventurers, this suite offers a serene escape into nature. Plan your stay in the Mountain View Suite now to immerse yourself in comfort and breath-taking scenery. Book your stay directly for the best rates and up-to-date information.
Room Photos & Videos
You've got an opportunity to add 10 extra photos and videos for each service you add to your profile. The same criteria and processes used to add photos and videos to your profile, also applies here.
Room Capacity
Room Capacity refers to the maximum number of guests a room can comfortably accommodate overnight. Accurately listing room capacity not only helps with planning but also enhances the booking experience, helps set clear expectations and makes it easier for guests to select the best option for their needs.
Room Facilities
Make your accommodation services more appealing to potential customers by listing the available room facilities for each.
Here’s an indication of the kinds of facilities that can be added to your Accommodation Service to make it more appealing to potential guests and help them plan their stay.
Air Conditioning
Balcony
Bath
Desk
Dining Area
Full Kitchen
Heating
Linen not supplied
Lounge/Dining Area
Minibar
Open fireplace
Oven
Powered Site
Safe
Spa Bath
Stove Top
Tea/Coffee making facilities
Wi-Fi Internet Access
This is not the complete list, and options are often updated, so you're encouraged to regularly review your profile to make sure it's always up-to-date.
Room Booking codes
If you work with Global Travel Organisations, online travel agencies, or third-party booking platforms, you may have specific codes to track and manage reservations, these are called 'Booking Codes'.
This code helps to streamline the booking process across various platforms and distribution channels, ensuring that bookings for a specific service are tracked correctly. It can be used in conjunction with online booking systems, and sometimes integrates with third-party booking sites to ensure seamless reservation management.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I add a Deal or Offer for a Room Type?
Adding a Deal or Offer for a particular room type closely mirrors the process for adding one to your broader Profile. See Deals and Offers for Services for details.
How many Rooms can I add?
Add as many services or rooms as you need to accurately represent your offering. Doing so helps potential customers understand all the options you provide and makes it easier for them to find exactly what they’re looking for.