Hotel-tech glossary
Contactless Check-in
Online or kiosk-based guest check-in that bypasses the front desk.
Contactless check-in lets guests confirm identity, agree to terms, and receive a room assignment without queuing at reception. The flow is typically initiated by a pre-arrival message that links to a web form or mobile app; on arrival the guest may pick up a key from a smart locker or use a mobile key. For late-night arrivals it cuts front-desk workload meaningfully, and properties using it often report a substantial reduction in night-shift reception interactions.
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Part of the hotel-tech glossary. Maintained by Maciej Dudziak, founder of Guestivo.