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TLDR
We analyzed 43 verified hotelier reviews, compared feature sets, pricing, and real-world case studies to break down where each platform delivers. The right choice depends on your property type and priorities:
Altitude shines , with exclusive features like Hotel Website Check-in Portal and Payment & Authorizations.
MyStay shines in ease of use and customer support , with exclusive features like Guest Segmentation & Targeting and Multi-Channel Delivery (Email, SMS, WhatsApp, Chat).
Side-by-side ratings based on 43 verified hotelier reviews on HTR.
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After analyzing 43 verified reviews, Altitude users most value its , while MyStay users highlight contactless check-in, guest experience, guest communication. Click any theme to see what reviewers say.
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How each product ranks among Contactless Check-in vendors for different property sizes, types, and regions — based on verified reviews from hoteliers in each segment.
By Hotel Size
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| Small (10-24 rooms) ▾ | — | #5 15 reviews |
| Mid-Size (25-74 rooms) ▾ | — | #6 10 reviews |
| Large (75-199 rooms) ▾ | — | #4 7 reviews |
| X-Large (200+ rooms) | — | #8 3 reviews |
By Property Type
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| Boutique ▾ | — | #5 12 reviews |
| Luxury ▾ | — | #4 11 reviews |
| Branded / Chain ▾ | — | #5 12 reviews |
| Extended Stay ▾ | — | #6 9 reviews |
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| North America | — | #7 3 reviews |
| Europe ▾ | — | #4 32 reviews |
| Asia Pacific | — | #6 2 reviews |
| Middle East | — | #4 2 reviews |
Choosing between Altitude by Altitude and MyStay Check in hinges on your hotel’s specific needs for contactless check-in. Altitude offers a broad suite of features and extensive modular options, but its absence of recent reviews and an overall rating of 0/5 make it difficult to evaluate current performance. MyStay, by contrast, boasts a 5/5 overall rating, nearly 41 reviews, and recent user feedback, signaling a more reliable and proven solution. Are you willing to rely on a platform with no recent reviews, or is proven performance your priority?
Altitude by Altitude aims to replace traditional processes with a wide array of digital tools, from guest apps to in-room systems and back-of-house modules. However, with zero reviews or ratings in the past six months, it’s uncertain how well it performs today or how users feel about its usability. MyStay Check in, with 40 reviews and a recent NPS of 9.8/10, demonstrates high user satisfaction and active engagement from hoteliers. Do you prefer a product with proven user feedback or one with untested claims?
If your hotel prioritizes quick deployment, high user satisfaction, and reliable ongoing support, go with MyStay. It is tailored for contactless check-in, offers automation, and has a strong presence in multiple regions, making it ideal for properties seeking efficiency and guest satisfaction. If your hotel needs a broader, modular platform with advanced features like ID verification, multi-lingual support, and in-depth back-office tools, Altitude might seem appealing; however, the lack of recent reviews raises doubts about its current efficacy.
Given the recent feedback, MyStay’s proven track record makes it the safer, smarter choice for most hotels today.
MyStay’s user interface scores 4.91 out of 5, with many reviews praising its intuitive design and straightforward setup. Customers also cite smooth onboarding processes, with an average onboarding rating of 4.82/5. In contrast, Altitude’s UI and onboarding experience are unreviewed and lack recent feedback, leaving uncertainty about its ease of use.
Considering the high support ratings and positive reviews for MyStay’s onboarding and support, it’s clear that your team will likely find MyStay simpler to adopt and operate. Edge: MyStay.
Altitude offers 5 shared features with MyStay, but also provides 14 unique features, including ID verification, hotel website check-in portals, and multi-lingual support—great for complex operations. MyStay, on the other hand, has 9 exclusive features like guest segmentation, offer templates, and A/B testing, which enhance targeted marketing and guest engagement.
While Altitude’s extensive feature set might appeal to large, multi-property brands, MyStay’s focused features support streamlined contactless processes and upselling. Edge: Altitude, for feature variety.
MyStay’s customer support scores 4.93 out of 5, with recent reviews describing their team as highly responsive and helpful. Users mention quick resolution times and proactive assistance, which is crucial for smooth implementation. Altitude, with support rated 0/5 and no recent reviews, offers no clear indication of current support quality, raising concerns about post-sale assistance.
For hotels seeking a partner with active, reliable support, MyStay’s recent positive feedback makes it the clear choice. Edge: MyStay.
MyStay boasts 30 verified integrations, including popular PMS and channel managers like Cloudbeds, Mews, and Little Hotelier. Altitude offers 17 integrations, with several notable partners but fewer options overall. When it comes to flexibility and connectivity, MyStay’s broader integration network helps ensure compatibility with your existing systems.
If seamless PMS and channel manager integration are critical for your operation, MyStay’s larger partner ecosystem delivers an advantage. Edge: MyStay.
MyStay’s recent reviews reflect a perfect 5/5 rating, with many users emphasizing its ease of use, automation, and impact on guest satisfaction. It appeals broadly across segments, including boutique, city center, and serviced apartments, with 39 reviews giving a consistent high score.
Altitude, with zero recent reviews and a score of 0/5, cannot be considered favorably based on current user feedback. For reliable, proven hotel experience, MyStay emerges as the preferred solution. Edge: MyStay.
Altitude charges a base price of $500, with no mention of a trial or flexible plans. MyStay costs $400 per month with no implementation fees or trial info specified. Given the similar pricing, the value largely depends on the features and support quality, which favors MyStay based on recent reviews.
If budget and proven performance are your priorities, MyStay offers a slightly lower and transparent price point with a track record of high satisfaction.
Not ideal if you need quick results, high user satisfaction, or support from a vendor with recent reviews, as Altitude’s current standing is unverified.
Not ideal if your hotel needs highly specialized features like multi-lingual support or extensive back-office modules, which are more associated with Altitude.
Altitude presents itself as a broad, modular platform designed for comprehensive management and guest engagement, but its lack of recent reviews leaves its current performance unclear. MyStay, with a recent 5/5 rating, strong support, and proven features, ensures you’re adopting a contactless check-in solution that’s tested and trusted.
If your priority is a dependable, well-rated solution with active support and a track record of success, MyStay is the clear choice. Opt for Altitude only if your hotel requires its unique advanced features and you’re prepared to evaluate its performance in real-time, given the absence of recent user feedback.
In summary, for most hoteliers today seeking a contactless check-in platform with measurable success, MyStay offers a safer, more reliable investment. When considering support, user satisfaction, and proven results, it stands out as the superior choice.
According to HTR's product database, Altitude and MyStay Check in share 5 features. Here are the key differences — features one has that the other lacks.
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Showing top differences. 11 more features differ between these products.
Unique capabilities
What hoteliers love
Reviewers frequently mention MyStay's contactless check-in feature as a crucial tool, especially during the pandemic. It simplifies and accelerates th... Reviewers frequently mention MyStay's contactless check-in feature as a crucial tool, especially during the pandemic. It simplifies and accelerates the check-in process, allowing guests to complete it before arrival, and reducing physical contact. Users appreciate the ease of use and efficiency it brings to their operation.
Reviewers often remarked how MyStay significantly enhances the guest experience. The platform allows for pre-arrival communications and on-arrival con... Reviewers often remarked how MyStay significantly enhances the guest experience. The platform allows for pre-arrival communications and on-arrival convenience, imparting a feeling of personalized and attentive service. Hoteliers noticed higher guest satisfaction as a direct outcome.
Many reviews highlight how MyStay improves guest communication. The platform allows hoteliers to efficiently communicate with guests before, during, a... Many reviews highlight how MyStay improves guest communication. The platform allows hoteliers to efficiently communicate with guests before, during, and after their stay through automated messages. This feature enhances guest satisfaction by providing timely information and resolving queries promptly.
Where hoteliers push back
Users frequently suggested the need for more customization options, particularly in automated messaging and guest communication templates. They desire... Users frequently suggested the need for more customization options, particularly in automated messaging and guest communication templates. They desire more flexibility in adjusting texts, graphics, and automatic messaging formats to better suit their specific needs.
MyStay's integration with property management systems (PMS) is a valuable feature, mentioned positively in several reviews. This seamless integration... MyStay's integration with property management systems (PMS) is a valuable feature, mentioned positively in several reviews. This seamless integration helps hoteliers manage guest data and operations more effectively. However, some users did encounter occasional syncing issues between MyStay and their PMS.
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Where the ratings diverge most
It depends on your requirements. Altitude and MyStay Check in share many core Contactless Check-in features, but each has unique capabilities. Altitude offers 17 verified integration partners, while MyStay Check in offers 30. Review the feature comparison above to see where they differ before switching.
Small hotels should prioritize ease of use and fast onboarding. MyStay Check in leads in ease of use at 4.9/5 vs 0.0/5. Look for transparent pricing and a trial or demo option. Filter reviews on each product page by property size to hear from hotels like yours.
Altitude: No. MyStay Check in: No. Neither product currently offers a free tier. Most Contactless Check-in vendors offer demos or trials — request one from each to evaluate before committing.
The HT Score is a composite ranking that considers 4 criteria groups and over a dozen variables to help hoteliers objectively compare hotel technology products. Altitude has an HT Score of 0 and MyStay has 22. Here is how the score is calculated.
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How highly do users recommend this product? Ratings Score, Review Volume, Share of Voice, Review Depth, Review Recency, Success Stories ▾ The most heavily weighted factor. Analyzes average satisfaction ratings (likelihood to recommend, ease of use, support, ROI), total review count relative to category peers, review recency (at least 20 reviews in the trailing 6 months), and share of voice across unique hotel clients to detect selection bias. |
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How highly do tech partners recommend this company? Partner Recommendations, Integration Quantity, Integration Quality ▾ Evaluates partner recommendations as expert votes of confidence, the number of verified integrations, and ecosystem quality — the average HT Scores of integration partners. Products with higher-quality integration ecosystems are more likely to deliver a connected tech stack. |
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How customer-centric is this organization? Certified Support, Review Consistency, Profile Completeness ▾ Assesses whether the company has earned HTR Customer Support Certification, maintains consistent review collection over time (an indicator of feedback-driven culture), and keeps product profiles complete with capabilities, screenshots, pricing, and features. |
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How extensive is this company's reach and resourcing? Geographic Reach, Staying Power, Company Resources, Trending Score ▾ Measures global presence (countries and regions served), years in business as a stability proxy, team headcount as a resource proxy, and a trending score based on trailing-twelve-month buyer inquiries, reviews, partner recommendations, and press activity. |
Customer ratings and reviews are by far the most important factor in the HT Score algorithm. HTR does not accept payment for higher rankings. All reviews are verified — only hotel industry practitioners with confirmed affiliations can submit ratings. View full HT Score methodology →
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