The project dashboard is a free tool that is only available to verified hoteliers to make adopting new technology easier by streamlining their research and simplifying their communication workflow.
TLDR
We analyzed 151 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:
Cendyn shines in ease of use and customer support — especially for independent properties (4.7/5) , with exclusive features like Urgency messaging and Pre-stay emails.
CENTROTEL shines .
Side-by-side ratings based on 151 verified hotelier reviews on HTR.
| HTScore |
|
|
| Likelihood to Recommend |
|
|
| Ease of Use |
|
|
| Customer Support |
|
|
| Value for Money |
|
|
| Starting Price | From $400/mo | Contact sales |
| Verified Reviews | 151 | 0 |
After analyzing 151 verified reviews, Cendyn users most value its responsive support team, ease of use, dynamic pricing, while CENTROTEL users highlight . Click any theme to see what reviewers say.
|
|
CENTROTEL |
|---|---|
| Pros | |
|
+
Responsive Support Team
▾
|
|
|
+
Ease of Use
▾
|
|
|
+
Dynamic Pricing
▾
|
|
|
+
Integration with PMS/CMS/CRMs
▾
|
|
| Cons | |
|
−
Booking Engine Customization
▾
|
|
|
−
Reporting Capabilities
▾
|
|
|
−
Interface Connectivity Issues
▾
|
|
How each product ranks among Booking Engine vendors for different property sizes, types, and regions — based on verified reviews from hoteliers in each segment.
By Hotel Size
| Segment |
|
CENTROTEL |
|---|---|---|
| Small (10-24 rooms) ▾ | #17 25 reviews | — |
| Mid-Size (25-74 rooms) ▾ | #12 59 reviews | — |
| Large (75-199 rooms) ▾ | #5 27 reviews | — |
| X-Large (200+ rooms) ▾ | #2 28 reviews | — |
By Property Type
| Segment |
|
CENTROTEL |
|---|---|---|
| Boutique ▾ | #8 84 reviews | — |
| Luxury ▾ | #8 64 reviews | — |
| Branded / Chain ▾ | #8 41 reviews | — |
| Extended Stay ▾ | #10 15 reviews | — |
By Region
| Segment |
|
CENTROTEL |
|---|---|---|
| North America ▾ | #3 108 reviews | — |
| Europe ▾ | #18 9 reviews | — |
| Asia Pacific ▾ | #18 7 reviews | — |
| Middle East | #19 2 reviews | — |
Choosing the right booking engine for your hotel can significantly impact your revenue and guest experience. Both Cendyn Booking Engine and CENTROTEL aim to streamline reservations, but they serve very different markets and needs. Your decision depends on your hotel's size, complexity, integration needs, and budget.
Cendyn's platform is well-established, with a large, diverse user base and a broad feature set, while CENTROTEL lacks recent reviews and a broad market presence. Which one aligns best with your hotel’s strategic goals?
Cendyn Booking Engine is a mature product with over 124 recent reviews, averaging 4.38/5 stars, reflecting broad user satisfaction and ongoing support. CENTROTEL, on the other hand, has zero reviews and no recent activity, making it impossible to gauge its current performance or user experience.
Cendyn excels at direct bookings, offering advanced features like urgency messaging, multi-currency, and multi-lingual support, whereas CENTROTEL's capabilities are unverified and unreviewed. If you want a proven, feature-rich platform with recent feedback, Cendyn is the safer choice. Would you prefer to bet on a product with a strong track record or explore an untested option?
If your hotel needs a comprehensive booking engine with integrated marketing tools, automation, and broad compatibility, go with Cendyn. Its focus on direct revenue growth makes it suitable for hotels aiming to maximize online bookings and customer engagement. On the other hand, if your hotel primarily seeks a simple, perhaps more affordable telecommunication management system (despite lacking reviews), CENTROTEL might seem appealing but remains unverified in the booking engine category.
Given Cendyn's extensive features, large user base, and recent reviews, it is clearly the more dependable option to help your hotel grow direct bookings and improve operational efficiency. Do you prioritize proven performance or are you willing to risk an untested solution?
Cendyn's platform boasts a high ease-of-use rating of 4.36/5, with many reviews emphasizing its intuitive dashboard and straightforward management of content, rates, and integrations. Its onboarding process is rated 4.23/5, and users frequently cite quick staff adoption and minimal training time.
CENTROTEL, lacking reviews altogether, provides no data on usability or onboarding. Without user feedback, it's impossible to determine how easy it is for your team to implement or operate. Edge: Cendyn.
Cendyn offers 39 unique features, including urgent messaging, pre- and post-stay emails, booking abandonment recapture, multi-currency, multi-lingual support, loyalty program integration, and advanced marketing tools. These features enable sophisticated merchandising and guest engagement strategies.
CENTROTEL provides no detailed features list or unique functionalities, making it impossible to compare on this front. Based on available data, Cendyn’s feature set is far more comprehensive and tailored to hotel booking optimization. Edge: Cendyn.
Cendyn’s support rating is 4.56/5, with reviews praising their quick, helpful responses and dedicated account teams. Hoteliers report that support is responsive, with many emphasizing the value of their ongoing assistance in resolving issues and optimizing use.
CENTROTEL’s support information is unavailable, and with no reviews or ratings, there's no way to assess its responsiveness or quality. Given Cendyn’s proven support record, it clearly has the edge.
Cendyn integrates with 116 verified partners, including major PMS, CRS, and other hospitality systems like Swayy, RoomRaccoon, and HotelTime. Its extensive integration network allows for streamlined operations across multiple platforms.
CENTROTEL has no verified integrations listed, limiting its capability to connect with other systems. For hotels seeking a flexible, connected booking solution, Cendyn’s extensive integrations are a decisive advantage. Edge: Cendyn.
Cendyn’s recent reviews, encompassing over 124 hotels, average 4.38/5 stars, with property types ranging from boutique hotels to resorts and branded properties. Hotels highlight its ease of use, feature set, and support as key strengths.
CENTROTEL, with no reviews or recent feedback, offers no rating data. Hoteliers want assurance from current users, and Cendyn’s positive, recent ratings clearly demonstrate its market acceptance. Edge: Cendyn.
Cendyn’s booking engine is available at a base price of $400/month, with no mention of implementation fees or free trials. Its pricing model suggests a straightforward subscription, suitable for hotels prepared to invest in a robust platform.
CENTROTEL’s pricing details are not disclosed, and no trial information is available. Without clear pricing, assessing value is impossible, but the lack of transparency is a concern. Based on transparency and clarity, Cendyn offers a more predictable investment.
Not ideal if:
Not ideal if:
Cendyn’s Booking Engine stands out for its proven performance, extensive feature set, and recent positive reviews from over 124 hotels. Its capabilities around marketing automation, multi-channel management, and integrations make it a versatile choice for hotels looking to boost direct bookings and revenue.
If your hotel needs a reliable, feature-rich platform with ongoing support and a solid reputation, Cendyn is the clear winner. It has demonstrated success in various market segments across multiple regions, with high customer satisfaction.
CENTROTEL, lacking recent reviews, verified integrations, and detailed features, remains an unproven option. Without evidence of performance or recent user feedback, it’s not recommended for hotels seeking dependable booking technology. The safe bet is Cendyn, especially if you value proven results and comprehensive support.
According to HTR's product database, Cendyn Booking Engine and CENTROTEL share 0 features. Here are the key differences — features one has that the other lacks.
| Feature |
|
CENTROTEL |
|---|---|---|
| Booking abandonment recapture | ||
| Multi-currency | ||
| Post-stay emails | ||
| Pre-stay emails | ||
| Special offers & discounts | ||
| Urgency messaging |
Showing top differences. 27 more features differ between these products.
We analyzed 1 verified case studies to compare what hotels actually achieve with each platform across four key business objectives.
"Pegasus CRS has ensured that our direct booking channels remain competitive at all times. We create and update all our rate plans first in the CRS and then we distribute these to o..."
No published case study for this goal yet.
What hoteliers love
The support team receives consistent positive feedback for their prompt and effective assistance. Many users note quick resolution of their queries an... The support team receives consistent positive feedback for their prompt and effective assistance. Many users note quick resolution of their queries and the team’s willingness to customize and help with technical challenges, which is crucial for maintaining uninterrupted hotel operations.
Many users praise the ease of use of the Pegasus CRS and its booking engine. The interface is described as user-friendly, allowing for quick updates t... Many users praise the ease of use of the Pegasus CRS and its booking engine. The interface is described as user-friendly, allowing for quick updates to rules, rates, and restrictions. Hoteliers noted that it’s intuitive for both new and experienced staff, speeding up onboarding and daily operations.
Dynamic pricing capabilities are frequently mentioned as a strong point of Pegasus CRS. Hoteliers highlight the flexibility to implement different rat... Dynamic pricing capabilities are frequently mentioned as a strong point of Pegasus CRS. Hoteliers highlight the flexibility to implement different rate plans and promotions swiftly, which helps in responding promptly to market demand and optimizing revenue through better pricing strategies.
Where hoteliers push back
The Pegasus booking engine offers high levels of customization, which allows hotels to align the booking process with their branding. However, some us... The Pegasus booking engine offers high levels of customization, which allows hotels to align the booking process with their branding. However, some users suggest further improvements in customization options, particularly regarding the integration of payment gateways and other enhanced features.
While the detailed reporting tools are appreciated, some users feel that the reporting capabilities could be enhanced. Specific requests include more... While the detailed reporting tools are appreciated, some users feel that the reporting capabilities could be enhanced. Specific requests include more customizable reports, better drill-down options, and improved overall usability to help hoteliers make more informed decisions.
Unique capabilities
Where the ratings diverge most
It depends on your requirements. Cendyn Booking Engine and CENTROTEL share many core Booking Engine features, but each has unique capabilities. Cendyn Booking Engine offers 116 verified integration partners, while CENTROTEL offers 0. Review the feature comparison above to see where they differ before switching.
Small hotels should prioritize ease of use and fast onboarding. Cendyn Booking Engine leads in ease of use at 4.4/5 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.
Cendyn Booking Engine: No. CENTROTEL: No. Neither product currently offers a free tier. Most Booking Engine 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. Cendyn has an HT Score of 75 and CENTROTEL has 0. Here is how the score is calculated.
| Criteria Group | Weight | What It Measures |
|---|---|---|
| Customer Ratings & Reviews |
|
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. |
| Partner Ecosystem |
|
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. |
| Customer Centricity |
|
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. |
| Reach, Staying Power & Resources |
|
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 →
Product recommendations advisor