Accor launched a strategic initiative to redefine the role of hotels, aiming to move beyond traditional places of rest and transform them into vibrant spaces that offer engaging experiences and connections. Driven by a commitment to enhance the guest experience, Accor sought to reshape customer expectations and expand its services, delivering more value and memorable stays for guests.
CLIENT ACCOR
YEAR 2020
ROLE Product designer
HOTEL EXPERIENCE
As a leader in the hospitality sector, Accor has always been driven by a mission to continually elevate the guest experience. When tasked with the question, 'How can we bring back customers during off-peak hours?', the challenge went beyond simply filling rooms—it was about reimagining the hotel experience during quieter times. To tackle this, we dove deep into understanding the market, uncovering the needs of the guests, and identifying the pain points that affected their experience. Through this research, we set the stage for creating innovative solutions that not only brought guests back during off-peak hours but also enriched their stay, making each visit feel special and memorable.
UNCOVERING NEEDS
The journey began with a thorough qualitative research phase, during which user interviews revealed the core issues they were facing. The objective was to gain a deep understanding of user needs and identify the key challenges to address.
FEATURES HIGHLIGHTS
Personnalized services: tailored recommendations for users, activity choices based on their preferences, or customized experiences.
Discounted price : Users can not only book a wide range of activities — from spa treatments to gourmet dining — but also enjoy exclusive discounts at the group’s hotels.
Space rentals: offer coworking spaces an private offices for rent
Local engagement: struggle to find authentic experiences that go beyond traditional tourist activities. During quieter hours, they are open to exploring local arts, crafts, music, or other cultural activities..
Proposed solution
Turns your hotel stay into a personalized adventure
SOLUTION
The solution introduces an innovative mobile app designed to streamline and centralize all activities within hotels. The app allows guests to easily discover and book a variety of local experiences, hotel events, and personalized activities, ensuring their stay is filled with engaging moments. By creating a seamless connection between the hotel’s services and the local surroundings, the app ensures that guests make the most of every hour, even during the quieter parts of the day.