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We analyzed 236 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:
GuestPoint shines in customer support , with exclusive features like Guest Communication (SMS Messaging) and On premise.
RoomRaccoon shines when it comes to customer success and after-sales support — especially for independent properties (4.1/5) , with exclusive features like Guest CRM and Guest profiles.
Side-by-side ratings based on 236 verified hotelier reviews on HTR.
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After analyzing 236 verified reviews, GuestPoint users most value its customer support, user-friendliness, reservation management, while RoomRaccoon users highlight customer success and after-sales support, ease of use and onboarding, ai assistant and chatbot automation. 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
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| Small (10-24 rooms) ▾ | #29 23 reviews | #10 90 reviews |
| Mid-Size (25-74 rooms) ▾ | #54 2 reviews | #17 27 reviews |
| Large (75-199 rooms) ▾ | — | #14 7 reviews |
| X-Large (200+ rooms) | — | #19 0 reviews |
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| Boutique ▾ | #39 11 reviews | #9 100 reviews |
| Luxury ▾ | #57 1 reviews | #9 64 reviews |
| Branded / Chain ▾ | #41 4 reviews | #14 29 reviews |
| Extended Stay ▾ | #25 6 reviews | #7 28 reviews |
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| North America ▾ | — | #24 7 reviews |
| Europe ▾ | — | #5 123 reviews |
| Asia Pacific | — | #31 4 reviews |
| Middle East | — | #31 1 reviews |
Choosing the right property management system (PMS) can be challenging, especially when comparing solutions like GuestPoint PMS by GuestPoint and RoomRaccoon PMS by RoomRaccoon. Both aim to streamline operations, manage reservations, and improve guest experiences, but they diverge significantly in features, user reviews, and suitability for different hotel profiles. Your decision hinges on weighing these differences against your hotel's size, complexity, and growth plans.
GuestPoint offers a more traditional, highly-rated system with extensive support, while RoomRaccoon boasts a broader feature set, more recent reviews, and a larger user base. Which platform aligns better with your current needs and future growth?
GuestPoint and RoomRaccoon both serve as comprehensive PMS platforms designed to simplify hotel operations, but their core strengths differ. GuestPoint’s main appeal lies in its ease of use and outstanding support, while RoomRaccoon emphasizes automation, integrations, and revenue optimization.
GuestPoint’s reviews highlight its reliability and customer service, especially appreciated by motels and smaller properties in Australia and beyond. RoomRaccoon, meanwhile, has gained popularity across Europe and North America, driven by its feature-rich, all-in-one system used by independent hotels and boutique properties.
GuestPoint’s limited review count—just 25 reviews, with none in the last six months—raises questions about its recent performance and innovation pace. RoomRaccoon’s 169 reviews, with fresh feedback from recent users, suggest it’s more responsive to evolving hotel needs. Do you prioritize a well-established, support-focused system or a more modern, dynamic platform?
If your hotel mainly operates as a small motel or campground, especially in Australia or regions where GuestPoint has a strong presence, go with GuestPoint. Its straightforward interface, exceptional 24/7 support, and reliable reservation management make it ideal for smaller teams that need dependable service.
On the other hand, if you’re an independent hotel, boutique property, or small chain looking for an all-in-one solution that automates tasks like guest communication, dynamic pricing, and invoicing, RoomRaccoon is the better fit. Its extensive features, especially its yield management and integrations, support revenue growth and operational efficiency.
Large properties or those requiring complex customizations may find RoomRaccoon’s simpler interface limiting, while GuestPoint’s focus on customer support and ease of use might not be enough for rapidly scaling operations. Which profile better describes your hotel’s current and future needs?
GuestPoint’s user-friendly interface is highly rated—5/5—according to reviews, with many users praising how intuitive and easy it is for new staff to learn. The onboarding process is rated 4.88/5, and support is consistently highlighted as a standout feature, with hoteliers saying it’s "the best in the industry."
RoomRaccoon’s interface is also praised for its simplicity, with a 4.74/5 ease-of-use rating. Many users find it straightforward, especially with its automation features reducing daily administrative burdens. However, some mention that mobile usability could be improved.
Edge: GuestPoint, due to its higher overall ease-of-use rating and exceptional support reviews.
GuestPoint offers 13 features exclusive to its platform, including online 24/7 support, guest communication via SMS, native email marketing, and rules-based room assignments. Its focus is on operational reliability and guest engagement.
RoomRaccoon provides 20 features unique to it, such as guest CRM, multi-currency support, inventory management, yield rules, and integrated ID/passport scanning. Its broader suite supports automation and revenue management at a higher level.
Shared features total 31, but RoomRaccoon’s unique features align more with hotels aiming to automate and optimize revenue. For a hotel needing advanced automation and integrations, RoomRaccoon has the edge.
Edge: RoomRaccoon, due to its higher feature count and advanced automation tools.
GuestPoint’s support is rated 5/5, with reviewers emphasizing its availability and knowledge. Many describe their experience as "exceptional," citing quick problem resolution and ongoing assistance, which is vital for smaller teams.
RoomRaccoon’s support is rated 4.53/5, with some reviews noting responsiveness but others highlighting delays, especially during peak periods. While helpful, support responsiveness varies more than GuestPoint’s.
Support quality is crucial; based on recent reviews, GuestPoint’s support remains superior.
Edge: GuestPoint, for consistent 5-star support ratings and customer praise.
RoomRaccoon boasts 88 verified integrations, significantly outpacing GuestPoint’s 7 partners. Shared integrations include popular platforms like SiteMinder and Stripe, but RoomRaccoon offers integrations with PMS, channel managers, and booking engines, plus many niche solutions.
GuestPoint’s limited integrations may restrict scalability and automation options for growing properties. If extensive connectivity matters, RoomRaccoon’s ecosystem offers a clear advantage.
Edge: RoomRaccoon, for its vast number of verified integrations and flexible connectivity.
RoomRaccoon’s overall rating of 4.88/5 and recent reviews, especially from independent and boutique hotels, reflect high user satisfaction. Its most recent feedback praises automation, ease of use, and revenue growth.
GuestPoint’s ratings are notably lower at 0/5 overall, with no recent reviews, indicating limited current user satisfaction or ongoing product updates.
For current, positive user experiences, RoomRaccoon dominates.
Edge: RoomRaccoon, with more recent, higher-rated reviews from a broader user base.
GuestPoint’s base price is $200/month, with no mention of additional fees or tiers. It appears targeted at small properties seeking an affordable, straightforward system.
RoomRaccoon’s base price is $1,000/month, reflecting its broader feature set and automation capabilities. No additional implementation fees are noted, but the higher cost may be a barrier for very small hotels.
Your choice depends on budget and feature needs: budget-conscious properties may favor GuestPoint, while those seeking more automation and integrations should consider RoomRaccoon.
Not ideal if your hotel is rapidly scaling or requires complex automation, advanced revenue management, or extensive integrations.
Not ideal if your hotel is a large resort or requires highly customized, enterprise-grade solutions. Smaller properties seeking simplicity may find RoomRaccoon’s interface too feature-rich.
RoomRaccoon is a versatile, all-in-one PMS that combines automation, revenue tools, and integrations, making it ideal for independent and boutique hotels aiming to grow efficiently. Its recent reviews and feature set suggest it’s more aligned with evolving hotel needs, especially in competitive markets.
GuestPoint offers a reliable, straightforward system with outstanding support tailored for small motels and properties needing dependable reservation management. Its lower cost and high support ratings make it attractive for hotels prioritizing service over advanced automation.
If you need a modern, highly-rated platform with extensive features and recent positive feedback, RoomRaccoon is the clear choice. For smaller properties seeking simple, dependable support and operations, GuestPoint remains a solid option.
Edge: RoomRaccoon, due to its broader, more recent reviews and extensive feature set that better support hotel growth.
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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These are the features each vendor has configured, organized by feature group — the same data shown in the vendor dashboard. Expand a group to compare features side by side.
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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.
"Yield rules have helped us optimise our rates and our occupancy immensely. The ones we found most crucial were setting up yield rules for last minute bookings, to increase our occu..."
No published case study for this goal yet.
"The automation of the payment system - from the guests receiving their invoice, the booking confirmation, and the payment being automatically accredited to the reservation - has le..."
No published case study for this goal yet.
"Most of our guests travel from far, and they might be tired when they arrive, so they might not always think about the extra things they might need - like a bathrobe and slippers...."
What hoteliers love
The exceptional customer support offered by GuestPoint is repeatedly highlighted. Available 24/7, the support team is knowledgeable, patient, and quic... The exceptional customer support offered by GuestPoint is repeatedly highlighted. Available 24/7, the support team is knowledgeable, patient, and quick to resolve issues, which helps in maintaining smooth operations.
GuestPoint is widely praised for its intuitive design and user-friendly interface, making it easy to learn and use even for new employees. Training is... GuestPoint is widely praised for its intuitive design and user-friendly interface, making it easy to learn and use even for new employees. Training is straightforward, and most users find it a significant improvement over older systems.
The reservation system is effective in preventing overbooking and simplifying multi-room bookings. Users appreciate the system's reliability in managi... The reservation system is effective in preventing overbooking and simplifying multi-room bookings. Users appreciate the system's reliability in managing room inventory and reservations effortlessly.
Where hoteliers push back
Some users reported challenges with certain navigation aspects of the interface, such as search options and quick updates, which they believe could be... Some users reported challenges with certain navigation aspects of the interface, such as search options and quick updates, which they believe could be made more intuitive.
Several reviews indicate that while GuestPoint is generally efficient, the housekeeping reports could be improved for better workflow management.
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Unique capabilities
What hoteliers love
Several reviews highlight strong, hands-on support from specific customer success staff who arrange training, meetings, and practical guidance. Howeve... Several reviews highlight strong, hands-on support from specific customer success staff who arrange training, meetings, and practical guidance. However, others report the opposite: slow or non-existent follow-up after setup, unresolved tickets, and poor post-sale care that can create real operational and financial pain.
Users repeatedly say RoomRaccoon is easy to learn and operate, with a clear overview that does not require prior technical knowledge. Training videos... Users repeatedly say RoomRaccoon is easy to learn and operate, with a clear overview that does not require prior technical knowledge. Training videos and guided sessions help teams adopt the platform quickly and put it into daily use with less friction.
RoomRaccoon’s AI additions are seen as promising, with users saying the chatbot still needs training to become more efficient for daily operational ta... RoomRaccoon’s AI additions are seen as promising, with users saying the chatbot still needs training to become more efficient for daily operational tasks. Others praise the AI assistant as a major support tool, indicating automation is becoming a meaningful part of the product’s value.
Where hoteliers push back
Several reviews highlight strong, hands-on support from specific customer success staff who arrange training, meetings, and practical guidance. Howeve... Several reviews highlight strong, hands-on support from specific customer success staff who arrange training, meetings, and practical guidance. However, others report the opposite: slow or non-existent follow-up after setup, unresolved tickets, and poor post-sale care that can create real operational and financial pain.
Some reviewers mention limitations when managing reservations within the same room category, especially when guests need to be moved from room to room... Some reviewers mention limitations when managing reservations within the same room category, especially when guests need to be moved from room to room. That points to a need for smoother room assignment handling in busy hotels with more complex occupancy patterns.
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Unique capabilities
Where the ratings diverge most
It depends on your requirements. GuestPoint PMS and RoomRaccoon PMS share many core Property Management Systems features, but each has unique capabilities. GuestPoint PMS offers 7 verified integration partners, while RoomRaccoon PMS offers 87. Review the feature comparison above to see where they differ before switching.
Small hotels should prioritize ease of use and fast onboarding. GuestPoint PMS leads in ease of use at 5.0/5 vs 4.7/5. 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.
GuestPoint PMS: No. RoomRaccoon 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. GuestPoint has an HT Score of 15 and RoomRaccoon has 77. 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. |
| Reach, Staying Power & Resources |
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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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