Guest Experience Platform for Vacation Rentals | Enso Connect is a comprehensive, AI-powered platform designed to digitize and monetize the guest experience for vacation rentals, boutique hotels, and multi-brand portfolios. It unifies guest communications, automations, bookings, and on-property experiences through a branded, end-to-end solution that scales with your business. Key capabilities include unified multi-channel messaging, AI-driven insights, automated workflows, digital check-in/check-out, smart lock integration, personalized upsells, and powerful analytics to drive direct bookings and guest satisfaction.
How It Works
- Centralizes guest communications across SMS, Email, WhatsApp, OTA messages, and more in a single unified inbox.
- Uses If This, Then That (IFTTT) style workflows to automate guest journeys and operational tasks.
- Integrates with smart locks and property devices to automate access and check-ins.
- Deploys AI features (Sentiment analysis, automated responses, context-aware suggestions) to assist hosts and staff.
- Provides customizable branding, guest data collection, and digital guidebooks to enhance the guest experience.
- Offers reporting dashboards with real-time insights on guest interactions, upsell performance, and ROI.
Key Use Cases
- Streamlined guest communications across multiple channels
- Automated guest journey from inquiry to post-stay follow-up
- AI-assisted messaging and guest screening to improve safety and efficiency
- Upsell personalized experiences to boost revenue per guest
- Digital check-in/check-out and smart lock automation
- Centralized data for direct bookings and marketing campaigns
Getting Started
- Set up Boarding Pass and the Concierge Web-App to streamline digital check-in/out.
- Connect Smart Locks and PMS/Channel integrations to enable automated access and bookings.
- Configure Unified Inbox and Multi-Inbox views for different guest segments (inquiries, reservations, owners, vendors, maintenance).
- Build custom automations and workflows to automate repetitive tasks.
- Activate EnsoAI for sentiment analysis, summaries, and automated responses.
- Create Digital Guidebooks and Custom Branding to deliver timely information to guests.
- Monitor Insights & Reporting to optimize upsells and direct bookings.
Features
- Boarding Pass – Branded guest web app for check-in/check-out and guest journey
- Unified Inbox – Multi-channel messaging across SMS, Email, WhatsApp, OTA messages
- EnsoAI – Sentiment analysis, summaries, and automated responses
- Guest Journey Editor – Visual workflow designer for guest experiences
- EnsoAI Guest Screening & Verification – Verify guests to enhance safety
- Guest Data Collection – Collect and manage guest information securely
- Vacation rental agreements & Security Deposits / Fees – Manage terms and payments
- Contactless Check-in / Checkout – Seamless, paperless processes
- Digital Guidebooks – Timely, contextual guest information
- Smart Locks – Automate access for guests and staff
- Personalized Upsells & Affiliate Links – Upsell experiences and local services
- CRM & Branding / Social Media – Centralized guest data with branding options
- Apple Wallet / Digital Wallet integration – Pass integration for speed and ease
- AI Context Analysis – Analyze guest data in context for better responses
- Inquiries to Booking Converter – Turn inquiries into bookings more efficiently
- Integrations & Webhooks – Connect with PMS, property devices, and partners
- API & Developer friendly – Extend functionality as needed
Outcomes & Benefits
- Increase direct bookings and revenue through targeted upsells and CRM campaigns.
- Save time with automated workflows and AI-assisted responses.
- Improve guest satisfaction with timely information and seamless check-in/out.
- Centralize guest data for analytics, marketing, and brand consistency.
- Secure guest verification and access control to reduce risk and fraud.
Safety & Compliance
- Protect guest data with privacy-conscious design and secure data collection.
- Use guest verification to ensure safe and compliant experiences.
- Follow applicable regulations for payments, deposits, and guest data handling.
Audience
- Vacation rental managers
- Boutique hotels
- Multi-brand operators
- Property management firms seeking a unified guest experience platform
Pricing & ROI
- ROI-focused: View real-time ROI, uplift per listing, and overall software ROI in dashboards.
- Customizable pricing based on portfolio size and feature needs.
Notes
- Coming soon: Phone calls inbox integration and enhanced AI Assist for operations.
- The platform emphasizes unified communications and automation to drive guest satisfaction and direct bookings.