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TLDR
We analyzed 100 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:
Ciaobooking shines .
roommaster shines in ease of use and customer support — especially for brand properties (5.0/5) , with exclusive features like Revenue management module and Payment processing.
Side-by-side ratings based on 100 verified hotelier reviews on HTR.
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After analyzing 100 verified reviews, Ciaobooking users most value its , while roommaster users highlight customer support, reservation management, centralized data management. Click any theme to see what reviewers say.
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How each product ranks among Property Management Systems vendors for different property sizes, types, and regions — based on verified reviews from hoteliers in each segment.
By Hotel Size
| Segment | Ciaobooking |
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| Small (10-24 rooms) ▾ | — | #30 26 reviews |
| Mid-Size (25-74 rooms) ▾ | — | #13 54 reviews |
| Large (75-199 rooms) | — | #31 3 reviews |
| X-Large (200+ rooms) | — | #32 1 reviews |
By Property Type
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| Boutique ▾ | — | #22 35 reviews |
| Luxury ▾ | — | #34 8 reviews |
| Branded / Chain ▾ | — | #24 15 reviews |
| Extended Stay ▾ | — | #27 6 reviews |
By Region
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| North America ▾ | — | #10 62 reviews |
| Europe ▾ | — | #29 11 reviews |
| Middle East | — | #27 0 reviews |
Choosing the right property management system (PMS) can determine how smoothly your hotel operates daily. Both Ciaobooking and roommaster aim to streamline hotel workflows, but they serve very different needs and customer bases. Ciaobooking’s zero-rated review score signals a lack of user feedback, while roommaster’s over 83 reviews and a 4.33/5 overall rating reflect more established market presence. Are you prioritizing a system with proven user satisfaction or exploring newer options?
Ciaobooking and roommaster are designed to solve core hotel management challenges—reservation automation, guest data, and operational control—but they diverge significantly in maturity and features. Ciaobooking, with no verified reviews, appears untested in real-world hotel settings, whereas roommaster’s extensive review base demonstrates its adoption across diverse property types. If your hotel needs a reliable, well-reviewed platform, roommaster is the safer choice. Do you want a new vendor with unproven feedback or an established system with proven results?
If your hotel needs a comprehensive PMS with extensive features, proven customer support, and a strong track record, go with roommaster. It caters well to medium and large hotels requiring advanced workflows, automation, and reporting. Conversely, if your hotel is experimenting with PMS vendors or seeks a no-fee, minimal-feature solution, Ciaobooking might be suitable—though the lack of reviews raises questions about its reliability.
For hotels that prioritize robust features like channel management, revenue management, and integrated POS, roommaster is the clear pick. Smaller properties or startups open to testing unverified platforms could consider Ciaobooking but should do so cautiously.
Roommaster’s 4.22/5 ease of use rating and 17 recent reviews highlight a user-friendly interface appreciated by both novice and experienced staff. Users praise its straightforward navigation and efficient workflows, although some mention needing better report customization. Ciaobooking, with no reviews or ratings, offers no data on usability and likely lacks the extensive onboarding and support found with roommaster.
Edge: roommaster.
Roommaster’s 60+ features include channel management, revenue optimization, guest profiles, integrated POS, and automated reports—many of which are absent in Ciaobooking. The latter offers no verified features, making it difficult to gauge its capabilities. If advanced automation, integrations, and operational modules are non-negotiable, roommaster offers a significant advantage.
Edge: roommaster.
Roommaster’s support rating of 4.25/5 from 83 reviews and recent positive comments about quick responses underscore its stronger reputation. Users mention fast troubleshooting and helpful staff, although some call for more consistent service. Ciaobooking’s support experience remains unverified due to the lack of reviews, making roommaster the more dependable choice for ongoing assistance.
Edge: roommaster.
Roommaster’s 56 verified partners include major channel managers, booking engines, and third-party tools like Sage, Volo, and GuestCentric. Ciaobooking’s partnerships are unverified, with no confirmed integrations listed. If seamless connectivity and automation are vital, roommaster’s extensive integration network provides a clear edge.
Edge: roommaster.
Roommaster’s 83 reviews with a 4.33/5 rating span multiple hotel segments, including boutique, resort, and city center properties, with recent reviews emphasizing ease of use and support. Ciaobooking has no reviews, so it cannot be rated or compared effectively. Based on available data, roommaster’s reputation is well established among hoteliers.
Edge: roommaster.
Ciaobooking offers no publicly available pricing information, suggesting a custom or undisclosed quote. Roommaster’s fee starts at $500 monthly, with no free tier or trial, indicating a significant investment but also transparency. Your hotel should weigh the need for detailed features against the cost when choosing.
The core difference lies in market presence and feature completeness: roommaster provides a mature, feature-rich platform backed by hundreds of reviews, while Ciaobooking remains untested and under-reviewed. If your hotel values proven operations and extensive support, roommaster’s combination of features, reviews, and integration options makes it the clear choice.
Choose roommaster if your property is medium to large, needs robust automation, and values a system with a long track record. Opt for Ciaobooking only if your hotel is small, testing, or willing to accept the risk associated with an unreviewed product. In most cases, roommaster’s established performance and user feedback outweigh the uncertainty of newer, less-reviewed platforms.
Property Management Systems pricing is rarely straightforward. Here is what we know from each vendor's public pricing data. Always request a custom quote for your property size.
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| Starting Price | — | From $500/mo |
According to HTR's product database, Ciaobooking and roommaster PMS share 0 features. Here are the key differences — features one has that the other lacks.
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Showing top differences. 48 more features differ between these products.
We analyzed 4 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.
"From my point of view as an asset manager that has the responsibility to tell the owners about their investment, roommaster gives me all that information. It's easy to report and e..."
No published case study for this goal yet.
"We’re an independent hotel surrounded by giants, but roomMaster gave us the tools we needed to stand tall alongside them."
What hoteliers love
While some users experience excellent customer support, others find inconsistencies. They suggest that improvements in support agent expertise and und... While some users experience excellent customer support, others find inconsistencies. They suggest that improvements in support agent expertise and understanding of user issues are needed for a more satisfying experience.
Reservation handling is noted as a strong point, with users finding RoomMaster user-friendly and effective for managing reservations, including group... Reservation handling is noted as a strong point, with users finding RoomMaster user-friendly and effective for managing reservations, including group bookings. However, some see room for improvement, particularly in handling rooming lists and group check-ins.
RoomMaster's shift from disjointed manual methods to centralized data management is highly praised for reducing errors and improving the reliability o... RoomMaster's shift from disjointed manual methods to centralized data management is highly praised for reducing errors and improving the reliability of hotel operations. Users appreciate having all reservations, guest information, and financial data in one secure platform, enhancing workflow efficiency.
Where hoteliers push back
RoomMaster's report generation, while helpful, is identified as an area needing improvement. Users demand more efficiency and effectiveness in creatin... RoomMaster's report generation, while helpful, is identified as an area needing improvement. Users demand more efficiency and effectiveness in creating and exporting reports, suggesting that enhancements could streamline analysis tasks.
Some users note the need for improvements in user experience, particularly emphasizing the need to eliminate repetitive tasks like frequent logins, wh... Some users note the need for improvements in user experience, particularly emphasizing the need to eliminate repetitive tasks like frequent logins, which can affect the seamlessness of using the software for daily tasks.
Unique capabilities
Where the ratings diverge most
It depends on your requirements. Ciaobooking and roommaster PMS share many core Property Management Systems features, but each has unique capabilities. Ciaobooking offers 0 verified integration partners, while roommaster PMS offers 56. Review the feature comparison above to see where they differ before switching.
Small hotels should prioritize ease of use and fast onboarding. roommaster PMS leads in ease of use at 4.1/5 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.
Ciaobooking: No. roommaster PMS: No. Neither product currently offers a free tier. Most Property Management Systems 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. Ciaobooking has an HT Score of 0 and roommaster has 83. 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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