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 215 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:
Chetu Inc shines .
STAY shines in ease of use and customer support — especially for brand properties (0.0/5) , with exclusive features like Mobile App and Guest Messaging.
Side-by-side ratings based on 215 verified hotelier reviews on HTR.
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After analyzing 215 verified reviews, Chetu Inc users most value its , while STAY users highlight guest experience optimization, mobile and user experience, operational efficiency. Click any theme to see what reviewers say.
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How each product ranks among Hotel Guest Apps 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) ▾ | — | #9 10 reviews |
| Mid-Size (25-74 rooms) ▾ | — | #4 83 reviews |
| Large (75-199 rooms) ▾ | — | #2 89 reviews |
| X-Large (200+ rooms) ▾ | — | #2 24 reviews |
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| Boutique ▾ | — | #2 77 reviews |
| Luxury ▾ | — | #2 88 reviews |
| Branded / Chain ▾ | — | #3 91 reviews |
| Extended Stay ▾ | — | #6 7 reviews |
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| North America ▾ | — | #5 27 reviews |
| Europe ▾ | — | #3 112 reviews |
| Asia Pacific | — | #6 3 reviews |
| Middle East | — | #7 2 reviews |
When choosing a hotel guest app, your goal is to improve operational efficiency, elevate the guest experience, and integrate seamlessly with your existing systems. Both Chetu Inc and STAY aim to address these needs, but they approach the problem differently. Chetu offers custom software solutions tailored to specific business processes, while STAY provides a ready-made Guest Experience OS with a wide range of features and broad regional presence. So, which one best suits your hotel?
Are you looking for a comprehensive, out-of-the-box guest app with proven industry support, or a customizable platform that can be tailored to your unique operational needs?
Chetu Inc and STAY serve different hotel needs. Chetu specializes in custom software development, GDS integrations, and online booking solutions, often targeting larger hospitality brands and businesses seeking tailored solutions. Conversely, STAY focuses on providing a comprehensive guest experience platform with features like mobile apps, chatbots, and request management, designed for hotels wanting quick deployment and immediate impact.
Chetu’s approach is ideal if your hotel needs a bespoke system integrated deeply into existing workflows, especially for complex booking or distribution systems. STAY’s platform excels in digitizing guest interactions and operational tasks rapidly, with a proven track record across a variety of hotel segments.
Given the different scopes, are you prioritizing customization and integration, or ease of use and rapid deployment?
If your hotel needs highly customized software solutions, deep GDS integration, or specialized online booking portals, Chetu is the clear choice. Its services are tailored for large-scale or complex hospitality operations looking for bespoke tools that fit their exact workflows.
If you need a proven, feature-rich guest app that helps streamline guest interactions, reduce queues, and improve operational efficiency without extensive customization, STAY is the better pick. Its user-friendly platform, extensive integrations, and industry-specific features make it suitable for hotels of all sizes, especially those seeking quick implementation.
For hotels that prioritize tailored software and integrations, go with Chetu. If your focus is on improving guest experience and operational flow with minimal setup, choose STAY.
Chetu’s offerings are custom solutions, often requiring significant onboarding, integration, and staff training, which can lead to longer implementation times. Their review profile shows no recent reviews or ratings, indicating limited recent user feedback on ease of use or support.
In contrast, STAY boasts a high ease-of-use rating (4.78/5), with over 200 recent reviews. Users highlight its intuitive interface, straightforward content management, and simple implementation, with comments like "It is always about finding the best solution to make hotel life easier," and praise for its quick onboarding process.
Edge: STAY.
Chetu offers custom software solutions, GDS integrations, and online booking systems but does not have a predefined set of features for guest interaction or operational management available off the shelf. Their focus is on tailored development, meaning features depend on client needs.
STAY provides 14 distinct features, including guest messaging, room service ordering, chatbots, local recommendations, mobile checkout, and multilingual support. These features are designed specifically to digitize the guest journey and streamline hotel operations, making it a comprehensive guest app.
Edge: STAY.
Chetu’s support ratings are unavailable, and the absence of recent reviews or user feedback indicates limited data to assess their support quality. Their focus on custom solutions might mean support varies depending on the scope and scope of the project.
STAY, on the other hand, scores highly with a 4.83/5 support rating based on recent reviews, and a 9.59/10 NPS score. Clients like NH Hotels and Dreams Natura Resort commend their quick, helpful responses, and the platform’s ease of troubleshooting.
Edge: STAY.
Chetu’s integrations are not publicly listed, and they offer custom API connections, but no verified partner count is available. This suggests their solutions are tailored but may require additional development work for integrations.
STAY offers 20 verified partners, including major PMS and channel managers like SiteMinder, Oracle Hospitality, Mews, and hotelkit. Its broad integration ecosystem ensures seamless data flow and operational cohesion.
Edge: STAY.
Chetu has no recent reviews or ratings, making it impossible to gauge user satisfaction in the current market. Its focus on custom solutions means feedback is highly dependent on individual implementation.
STAY scores a 3/5 overall rating, with a strong emphasis on ease of use, customer support, and operational impact. Their recent reviews highlight how top hotel chains like NH Hotels and Dreams Natura have benefited from its digital tools, with comments praising efficiency and guest satisfaction.
Edge: STAY.
Chetu’s pricing is not publicly available, as it offers custom software development tailored to each client’s needs. Costs vary widely based on specifications and scope.
STAY charges a straightforward $300/month per property, with no hidden fees, trial, or implementation costs disclosed. It’s a predictable, transparent pricing model suitable for hotels seeking quick deployment without surprises.
If predictable pricing matters, STAY offers clear value.
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Chetu offers bespoke software solutions suited for large hotels or chains with complex distribution needs and the resources for custom development. Its lack of recent reviews, limited market presence, and unspecified pricing make it a less attractive choice for hotels seeking immediate, proven impact.
STAY provides a feature-rich, easy-to-use platform with extensive hotel references, strong recent reviews, and a broad integration network. Its clear pricing and high satisfaction ratings position it as the ideal solution for properties seeking quick, effective guest engagement and operational improvements.
If your hotel prioritizes rapid deployment, proven features, and excellent support, go with STAY. If your operation demands custom integration and tailored software, Chetu could be the right partner — but only if you have the resources for ongoing development.
This comprehensive comparison should help you determine which platform aligns best with your hotel’s goals and resources.
According to HTR's product database, Chetu and STAY Guest App share 0 features. Here are the key differences — features one has that the other lacks.
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Showing top differences. 2 more features differ between these products.
We analyzed 8 verified case studies to compare what hotels actually achieve with each platform across four key business objectives.
No published case study for this goal yet.
"Thanks to STAY, we offer our guests an interaction tool with our staff. We can make real-time decisions with it. This simplifies our staff's duties at the same time. The guest expe..."
No published case study for this goal yet.
"Implementing STAY contributed to a significant increase in our revenue and customer satisfaction. The app pays for itself. We have seen significant increases in consumption for all..."
What hoteliers love
Multiple reviews highlight how STAY dramatically enhances guest experience by providing digital and sustainable ways for guests to access information... Multiple reviews highlight how STAY dramatically enhances guest experience by providing digital and sustainable ways for guests to access information and services. Features like real-time updates, mobile service ordering, and the ability to make restaurant reservations reduce wait times and provide convenience.
The app's user interface and mobile experience are lauded for being intuitive and easy to navigate. Users find it simple to update information and man... The app's user interface and mobile experience are lauded for being intuitive and easy to navigate. Users find it simple to update information and manage content, whether they are hotel staff or guests.
STAY aids in improving hotel operational efficiency by allowing quicker handling of guest requests, optimized internal processes, and reduced front de... STAY aids in improving hotel operational efficiency by allowing quicker handling of guest requests, optimized internal processes, and reduced front desk lines. The tool facilitates sustainable practices by digitizing traditional paper-based services, aiding hotels in their sustainability goals.
Where hoteliers push back
The CMS is highlighted for its ease of use and customization capabilities, though users have indicated some areas for improvement, particularly more f... The CMS is highlighted for its ease of use and customization capabilities, though users have indicated some areas for improvement, particularly more flexibility in design and functionality.
Users appreciate STAY's robust integration capabilities with various internal applications and systems, including PMS and CRM systems. These integrati... Users appreciate STAY's robust integration capabilities with various internal applications and systems, including PMS and CRM systems. These integrations streamline data management and help provide a seamless experience for both staff and guests.
Unique capabilities
Where the ratings diverge most
It depends on your requirements. Chetu and STAY Guest App share many core Hotel Guest Apps features, but each has unique capabilities. Chetu offers 0 verified integration partners, while STAY Guest App offers 20. Review the feature comparison above to see where they differ before switching.
Small hotels should prioritize ease of use and fast onboarding. STAY Guest App leads in ease of use at 4.8/5 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.
Chetu: No. STAY Guest App: No. Neither product currently offers a free tier. Most Hotel Guest Apps 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. Chetu Inc has an HT Score of 0 and STAY has 47. 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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