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HotelBuddy Mobile Key
4.9 (6 REVIEWS)
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HotelBuddy Mobile Key
Unranked in Hotel Keyless Entry Systems
An innovative digital hotel room key solution that does not require app downloads
99% recommended by 6 hotels
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What is HotelBuddy?
Founded in 2020 | Headquarters in Tallinn (Estonia) | 10 employees
HotelBuddy Mobile Key is an innovative, IoT-based digital room key system designed to enhance guest experience and operational efficiency in hotels. This platform enables guests to access their hotel rooms using their mobile devices without the need to download any apps, providing a seamless and convenient entry method. The system incorporates a compact hardware component that integrates with existing electronic door locks, eliminating the need for complete lock replacements.
Valuable for both guests and hotel operators, HotelBuddy Mobile Key supports the simultaneous use of digital keys and traditional plastic cards, catering to diverse guest preferences. This dual-option approach is particularly appealing to eco-conscious and tech-savvy guests, promoting sustainability by reducing plastic waste associated with conventional key cards. The platform simplifies the check-in process, enhances security with encrypted access, and fits effortlessly into current hotel operations, making it a versatile and forward-thinking solution for modern hospitality businesses.
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HotelBuddy's Provided Description:
"Hotelbuddy has developed a cutting-edge IOT-based digital room key system that allows guests to access their hotel room using their mobile device without downloading any apps. Hotelbuddy's mobile key system includes a small hardware component that is installed in the existing electronic door locks, no need to change the existing locks. Hotels can use Hotelbuddy's digital keys and traditional plastic cards at the same time, offering their environment-conscious and tech-savvy guests a sustainable alternative and helping reduce plastic waste."
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5.0/5
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4.7/5
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4.6/5
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This vendor's trending score is rising, HotelBuddy Mobile Key is the #5 most trending product in the Hotel Keyless Entry Systems category (out of 45) and the #221 most trending product overall in the global hotel tech ecosystem. HTR assesses vendor's real time activity in the market to give buyers a sense of whether a product is gaining momentum
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10
Digital hotel key is the future of guests access management
Executive director from 200 to 499 room City Center Hotel in Tartu (Estonia)
Verified
8 months ago
Reduces reception queues. Minimizes staff time spent on key management. Automates check-in and check-out processes. Saves on key card replacement costs.
Estonia
Estonia
Executive director
Large Hotel
9
Profesional and trustable partnership!
Sales and marketing manager from 100 to 199 room Airport/Conference Hotel in Jurmala (Latvia)
Verified
8 months ago
We had huge ch-in line in our hotel, so we extremely needed to have some new modern solution, and Hotelbuddy really came in the right time. So help with chin solution/ strait connection with our PMS, very good and professional personas + add partly mobile keys :)!
Latvia
Latvia
Sales and marketing manager
Large Hotel
10
A convenient upgrade that eliminates the need to carry extra accessories and reduces plastic waste.
Front Office Manager from 50-74 room Boutique in Tartu (Estonia)
Verified
9 months ago
People today always have their phone with them, so since room keys are stored in the phone, guests won’t lose physical key cards and can always access their room. The hotel does not need to constantly purchase new physical key cards, as they are used less frequently (cards get lost and wear out less), which reduces both costs and plastic wa...
Estonia
Estonia
Front Office Manager
Mid-Sized Hotel
10
Really cool online check-in system for hotel guests.
Hotel manager from 50-74 room Bed & Breakfast & Inn in Tartu (Estonia)
Verified
2 years ago
In a world where everything is being digitalized there is this cool chance to do a online mobile check-in/check-out and door opening with only using your phone. This system is important to our hotel values because we really do care about sustainability and environ-friendly actions. We don't need to use all of the key cards anymore!
Estonia
Estonia
Hotel manager
Mid-Sized Hotel
10
Contactless mobile check-in with no hotel door lock change.
Revenue Manager from 75-99 room Boutique in Tallinn (Estonia)
Verified
3 years ago
A web-based application that you don’t need to download. You can add the shortcut to mobile home screen to reopen HotelBuddy app on the go. Client-side design and user flow is well built and modern. The hotel side backend has a clean look, and you can get the usage statistics from the dashboard. Orders/upsell accept/decline in one place. Th...
Estonia
Estonia
Revenue Manager
Mid-Sized Hotel
10
Great way to connect to your guests and make reception's work more client friendly
Hotel Manager from 50-74 room Bed & Breakfast & Inn in Tartu (Estonia)
Verified
3 years ago
Good upsell platform, marketing assistant, good data collector and analytics, the best way to connect with guests, get reviews and give out feedback. Really reccommend! Really good way for a mobile key for customers. The contactless access to rooms is easy-to-use for clients and has gotten also a great feedback from customers. No need to fi...
Estonia
Estonia
Hotel Manager
Mid-Sized Hotel
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What does this product or service do well?
Answer:
HotelBuddy is implemented in many of our partner hotels in Estonia, where we successfully integrated the solution with Ruckus’ IoT Suite. The platform works seamlessly, providing guests with smooth digital check-in, mobile room keys, and easy access to services, while simplifying hotel operations. Guests can register online, unlock doors with mobile keys, securely stream personal content, and order services directly from their phones. For hotels, it reduces administrative workload, eliminates paperwork, improves upselling, and enhances operational efficiency. We recommend HotelBuddy for any hotel that wants a proven, scalable, and future-ready guest experience solution.
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HotelBuddy is implemented in many of our partner hotels in Estonia, where we successfully integrated the solution with Ruckus’ IoT Suite. The platform works seamlessly, providing guests with smooth digital check-in, mobile room keys, and easy access to services, while simplifying hotel operations. Guests can register online, unlock doors with mobile keys, securely stream personal content, and order services directly from their phones. For hotels, it reduces administrative workload, eliminates paperwork, improves upselling, and enhances operational efficiency. We recommend HotelBuddy for any hotel that wants a proven, scalable, and future-ready guest experience solution.
HotelBuddy has a unique product in which the hotelier can benefit from much more margins and also reduce costs in personal and IT. The web-based app can be used on any device or platform making it useable for every user or enviroment.
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What differentiates this product or service from the competition?
Answer:
Unlike many guest-facing apps, HotelBuddy is built to integrate with enterprise-grade infrastructure like the Ruckus IoT Suite. This combination delivers a robust, secure, and future-proof setup where locks, sensors, and smart devices become part of a unified system. The platform also supports Chromecast streaming with unique Wi-Fi keys (DPSK), enhancing personalization and security. HotelBuddy stands out for its reliability, flexibility, and proven results in real hotel environments. Its proprietary IoT-based hardware makes the entire solution 100% web-based and simple for guests to use. IoT modules can also be added to existing hotel door locks, avoiding costly replacements.
Showing all answers to: "What differentiates this product or service from the competition?"
Unlike many guest-facing apps, HotelBuddy is built to integrate with enterprise-grade infrastructure like the Ruckus IoT Suite. This combination delivers a robust, secure, and future-proof setup where locks, sensors, and smart devices become part of a unified system. The platform also supports Chromecast streaming with unique Wi-Fi keys (DPSK), enhancing personalization and security. HotelBuddy stands out for its reliability, flexibility, and proven results in real hotel environments. Its proprietary IoT-based hardware makes the entire solution 100% web-based and simple for guests to use. IoT modules can also be added to existing hotel door locks, avoiding costly replacements.
They are a young startup (2022) with a unique vison on Hospitality because the CEO herself is an ex-hotelier. Therefore they know the market, don't hestitate to do business outside of the region and partner with industry leaders like Ruckus Networks. They have an eye for IT but also know the parties to which they need to connect with. Costs vs. investments vs. ROI are very good and we should have there solutions 5 years ago. Game changer!
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Based on your experience with this product or service, if you could give one piece of advice to a hotelier considering this product or service, what would it be?
Answer:
Make sure to fully leverage the integration with Ruckus’ IoT Suite. The combination of HotelBuddy’s guest journey platform with enterprise-grade connectivity delivers maximum value when hotels use it as a foundation for future IoT and digital service expansions. Start by mapping out the guest touchpoints you want to digitize first—check-in, mobile keys, or upselling—and you’ll see a quick return on investment while keeping the system scalable for future needs.
Showing all answers to: "Based on your experience with this product or service, if you could give one piece of advice to a hotelier considering this product or service, what would it be?"
Make sure to fully leverage the integration with Ruckus’ IoT Suite. The combination of HotelBuddy’s guest journey platform with enterprise-grade connectivity delivers maximum value when hotels use it as a foundation for future IoT and digital service expansions. Start by mapping out the guest touchpoints you want to digitize first—check-in, mobile keys, or upselling—and you’ll see a quick return on investment while keeping the system scalable for future needs.
Open your mind to technology and look beyond the possibilities. Mobile key is just one piece of the guest journey which can be easaly improved with the solutions of HotelBuddy. Technology will make a huge difference now and in the future and HotelBuddy is capable of takeing the hotelier(s) to the next step by implementing an easy and profitable solution.
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