QR Code Check-in: The New Way to Automate Guest Arrivals
For hotels and vacation rental managers, efficiency at check-in is no longer just a nice-to-have; it is a competitive advantage. Guests today expect fast, contactless, and convenient solutions from the moment they step into your property. To meet this demand, Chekin has launched a brand-new feature: QR code check-in.
This innovation empowers hotels, aparthotels, and property managers to fully automate on-site check-in while reducing staff workload. By scanning a QR code displayed at reception or on a welcome tablet, guests can access their reservation details and complete the entire check-in process themselves. It is simple, intuitive, and designed to elevate the guest experience.
Why QR code check-in is a game-changer
From property links to account links
Until now, each property had its own unique link for online check-in. This worked well for single properties, but it created friction for property managers handling multiple hotels or units. Imagine a manager with 20 properties, each requiring a separate link.
The new account link solves this challenge. Instead of multiple links, hotels and property managers now have a single, unified link that works across all properties in their account. Guests only need to enter their booking reference or check-in date plus email to find their reservation.
QR codes bring simplicity to the front desk
The account link becomes even more powerful when paired with QR codes. Hotels can download a QR code directly from Chekin, print it, and display it at reception, in lobbies, or even inside rooms. Guests simply scan the QR code with their smartphone to access the check-in page instantly.
This approach transforms the front desk experience:
- No need for staff intervention.
- No waiting in lines.
- A fully autonomous and seamless check-in process for the guest.
Benefits of QR code check-in for hotels and property managers
1. Streamlined operations
Staff can dedicate more time to personalized service rather than administrative check-in tasks. The QR code check-in solution reduces bottlenecks and eliminates repetitive paperwork.
2. One solution for multiple properties
With the account link, property managers no longer need to juggle dozens of separate links. One QR code can serve as the single entry point for all guests across the portfolio.
3. Enhanced guest experience
Today’s travelers value autonomy. Being able to scan a QR code and complete the check-in themselves provides convenience and reinforces a modern, digital-first image of the hotel.
4. Full automation with Chekin
The QR code check-in does not just stop at guest convenience. Once the check-in is completed, Chekin automates mandatory processes like guest registration with authorities (such as Alloggiati in Italy or ISTAT), digital contracts, and even upselling of services.
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How to implement QR code check-in at your property
Step 1: Generate your QR code in Chekin
Chekin allows you to download both property-specific and account-wide QR codes directly from the platform.
Step 2: Place QR codes in strategic locations
Print the QR code and place it at reception desks, self-check-in kiosks, or within apartments. The clearer the signage, the easier it is for guests to adopt.
Step 3: Communicate with guests
Hotels can include QR code instructions in booking confirmations or pre-arrival emails, ensuring that guests know about the self-check-in option before arrival.
Step 4: Enjoy fully automated arrivals
Once guests complete the process, everything is automatically synced and compliant with local regulations—without any manual intervention from your team.
QR code check-in: a leap toward digital hospitality
The hospitality industry is rapidly shifting toward contactless solutions. Guests no longer want to waste time filling out forms at a reception desk. They want flexibility, autonomy, and speed. With Chekin’s QR code check-in, hotels can finally deliver all of this while keeping operations efficient and staff focused on what truly matters: creating memorable guest experiences.
Whether you manage a hotel, an aparthotel, or a vacation rental portfolio, implementing QR code check-in is a simple yet transformative step toward modern hospitality.
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