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This is how your hotel brand speaks: voice branding with AI assistants

Brand management today is more than just a logo and color palette — it has a sound, too. At a time when guests increasingly communicate via voice channels, the voice becomes a brand message. With an AI assistant on the phone, hotels have the opportunity to make their corporate identity audible — consistently, personally, and available at any time.

 

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Digitalization in the hospitality industry: practical examples from small and large businesses

Digitalization is no longer just a trend — it’s a clear competitive factor. But while large hotel chains rely on complex systems, many smaller businesses ask themselves, “Is it even worth it for us?” The answer is: yes — if you focus on the right levers. In particular, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) offers practical benefits, regardless of a hotel’s size or budget.

 

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The Hotel Voicebot Advantage: Personal Advice Without Extra Staff

The phone rings — but no one can pick up? Welcome to everyday life in many hotels. Especially in times of skilled-staff shortages, reliable and personal guest communication is a real challenge. The solution: a hotel voicebot that responds at any time in a friendly, competent, and natural way — without needing additional staff.

 

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AI in hospitality: how language models accelerate training and knowledge transfer

Skilled-staff shortages, high turnover, complex processes — many hotels face the challenge of onboarding new employees quickly. At the same time, guests expect reliable answers and consistently high service standards. This is where modern language AI shows its potential: it’s not only present on the phone, but is increasingly becoming an active part of training, knowledge management, and onboarding.

 

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Data protection & AI: what hotels must know about automated phone calls

Artificial intelligence is transforming guest communication — but it also raises important questions. When it comes to data protection, hoteliers need to take a close look. Anyone using AI-powered automated phone services must ensure that all processes are GDPR-compliant — to protect guests and to safeguard their own business.

 

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Why AI in hotels isn’t a job killer — but real relief for your team

The introduction of artificial intelligence (AI) in hotels often raises concerns — especially among staff. Will AI replace human employees? Will front-desk jobs soon become obsolete? The clear answer is: no. When AI is used the right way, it strengthens your team instead of replacing it.

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Round-the-clock guest support: the competitive advantage of AI in hotels

After 10 p.m., the front desk is often unstaffed — but your guests’ needs aren’t. Whether it’s questions about arrival, last-minute bookings, or spontaneous requests: hotels that stay reachable at night earn real points with travelers. The solution: AI-powered hotel support — 24/7, reliable, and professional.

 

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Telephone Service 4.0: How AI Replaces the Hotel Customer Support Center

Anyone in hospitality who still relies on traditional call center solutions is thinking too small. With the shift into the era of “Telephone Service 4.0,” artificial intelligence is taking over more and more tasks that used to be outsourced to expensive support teams. The new generation of digital phone assistants is redefining availability — efficient, reliable, and 24/7.

 

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Smart conversations instead of rigid menus: how AI-powered IVR is transforming hotel communication

“Press 1 for bookings, press 2 for opening hours…” — that’s what traditional IVR (Interactive Voice Response) still sounds like for far too many guests. But this technology is long outdated. The next generation of voice systems is powered by artificial intelligence, creating a completely new experience: natural, dialogue-based communication that delights your guests and reduces your costs.

 

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Human touch meets technology: how hotels find the perfect balance with voice AI

Modern hotel guests expect fast, digital service — but they also want genuine human warmth. Sounds like a contradiction? Not if voice AI is used the right way. Hotels that strike a smart balance between automation and personal contact can delight guests, optimize processes, and at the same time raise service quality.

 

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Close the booking loop: how voice AI turns inquiries into reservations

Many hotel bookings don’t fail because of a lack of interest — but because follow-up is missing. A potential guest reaches out, still has a few questions, and is never contacted again. Or a room is put on hold but never confirmed. This is exactly where a gap appears in the “booking loop” — the closed journey from first contact to final reservation. That’s why modern hotels rely on a smart helper: AI-powered voice assistants that step in right at this point — automatically, reliably, and around the clock.

 

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[Translate to English:] Warum Voice AI jetzt ganz oben auf Ihre Hotelstrategie gehört

24/7 erreichbar sein, ohne das Team zu überlasten – das ist keine Zukunftsvision mehr, sondern ein strategischer Wettbewerbsvorteil. Voice AI, also sprachgesteuerte Künstliche Intelligenz am Telefon, entwickelt sich rasant zur Schlüsseltechnologie für moderne Hotels. Wer jetzt handelt, sichert sich nicht nur effizientere Prozesse, sondern auch einen klaren Vorsprung beim Gästeservice und in der Markenwahrnehmung.

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