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 549 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:
HOTELTIME shines in ease of use and customer support — especially for brand properties (4.9/5) , with exclusive features like Payment processing and Guest CRM.
Shalom PMS shines .
Side-by-side ratings based on 549 verified hotelier reviews on HTR.
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After analyzing 549 verified reviews, HOTELTIME users most value its user interface and learning curve, technical support, reporting and analytics, while Shalom PMS users highlight . 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) ▾ | #5 219 reviews | — |
| Mid-Size (25-74 rooms) ▾ | #3 238 reviews | — |
| Large (75-199 rooms) ▾ | #2 46 reviews | — |
| X-Large (200+ rooms) ▾ | #8 7 reviews | — |
By Property Type
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| Boutique ▾ | #5 239 reviews | — |
| Luxury ▾ | #3 241 reviews | — |
| Branded / Chain ▾ | #4 143 reviews | — |
| Extended Stay ▾ | #4 49 reviews | — |
By Region
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| North America | #52 4 reviews | — |
| Europe ▾ | #2 384 reviews | — |
| Asia Pacific ▾ | #5 111 reviews | — |
| Middle East ▾ | #1 21 reviews | — |
Choosing the right Property Management System (PMS) for your hotel hinges on several factors: your property size, operational complexity, regional needs, and budget. Both HotelTime PMS and Shalom PMS aim to streamline hotel operations, but their offerings diverge significantly. HotelTime PMS, with its extensive feature set and proven track record, is tailored for properties seeking comprehensive management tools. Conversely, Shalom PMS’s limited presence and lack of recent reviews suggest it may lack the robustness and support your hotel needs to thrive.
Given the available data, HotelTime PMS emerges as the more reliable choice, backed by a substantial review base, recent positive feedback, and a broad feature suite. Are you ready to explore how these two solutions compare across key areas?
HotelTime PMS and Shalom PMS both aim to improve hotel management efficiency, but their approaches differ. HotelTime PMS offers a full suite of over 50 unique features, including integrated CRS, payment processing, guest CRM, and automation tools, designed to handle large-scale operations effectively. Shalom PMS, however, appears to lack detailed features and has no verified integrations or recent reviews, making its capabilities uncertain.
HotelTime PMS has over 430 reviews in the past six months, with a high overall rating of 4.83/5, indicating strong user satisfaction. Shalom PMS, with zero reviews and no regional presence, offers no recent data to support its effectiveness or suitability for your hotel.
Are you comfortable relying on a system with limited evidence of performance, or do you prefer a well-tested platform with a proven track record?
If your hotel needs a feature-rich, globally supported PMS with proven integration options, go with HotelTime PMS. It caters well to mid-size and large properties, including resorts, with its extensive modules such as revenue management, housekeeper mobile apps, and online check-in. Its rated ease of use (4.66/5) and support (4.73/5) ensure your team can adopt it smoothly.
If your hotel operates on a very small scale or has minimal operational complexity, and you’re comfortable with unverified support and limited features, Shalom PMS might seem like an option. However, the absence of recent reviews, case studies, or verified integrations makes it risky to rely on for critical operations.
In summary, for most hotels seeking reliable, scalable management, HotelTime PMS is the safer and smarter choice.
HotelTime PMS scores highly in ease of use, with a 4.66/5 rating and positive reviews highlighting its intuitive, user-friendly interface. Users have praised its straightforward reservation management, reporting, and automation features, noting that staff can learn the system quickly, reducing onboarding time.
Shalom PMS’s lack of recent reviews or user feedback leaves its usability profile unclear. Without evidence of a clean UI or ease of adoption, it’s difficult to recommend for properties that need a system your team can pick up quickly.
Edge: HotelTime PMS.
HotelTime PMS boasts over 50 exclusive features, including EPoS, integrated CRS, guest CRM, payment processing, ancillary revenue tracking, online booking engine, channel management, automated night audit, and mobile apps. Its extensive feature set supports advanced revenue management, group bookings, and comprehensive guest profiles.
Shalom PMS offers no detailed feature list or verified integrations, making it impossible to compare or confirm its capabilities. Its lack of documented features suggests it may not meet the complex operational demands of most hotels.
Edge: HotelTime PMS.
HotelTime PMS maintains a solid support reputation, with a 4.73/5 rating and positive review comments such as “support staff are always helpful and efficient.” Customers frequently mention prompt responses, thorough onboarding, and ongoing assistance, which are critical for resolving issues quickly.
Shalom PMS offers no recent reviews or support ratings, leaving its support quality unverified. Without user feedback, it’s risky to assume your team will receive timely and effective assistance.
Edge: HotelTime PMS.
HotelTime PMS integrates with 58 verified partners, including Profitroom, Bookboost, and STR, providing extensive connectivity for distribution, revenue management, and POS systems. Its broad integration ecosystem supports a cohesive hotel tech stack.
Shalom PMS has no verified integrations or partner list, raising questions about its ability to connect with other essential hotel systems. Limited integration options could hinder operational efficiency and scalability.
Edge: HotelTime PMS.
HotelTime PMS’s 4.83/5 rating, based on 433 reviews, indicates high user satisfaction, especially among larger hotel segments like resorts (23%) and city center hotels (14%). Recent reviews emphasize its ease of use, automation, and customer support.
In contrast, Shalom PMS has no reviews, ratings, or recent user feedback. The absence of ratings makes it impossible to gauge satisfaction levels or suitability for your hotel.
Edge: HotelTime PMS.
HotelTime PMS’s pricing begins at $600 monthly, with no mention of hidden fees, freemium options, or implementation costs. Its transparent flat-rate model offers predictable expenses for budget planning.
Shalom PMS does not publicly disclose pricing details or trial options, making it difficult to assess its cost-effectiveness or compare it directly.
In absence of concrete data, HotelTime PMS provides clearer value based on its transparent pricing.
HotelTime PMS stands out as a comprehensive, reliable solution that has proven itself across hundreds of properties worldwide. Its extensive feature set, strong customer support, and deep integrations make it suitable for a wide range of hotel types, especially those looking to grow or streamline complex operations.
Shalom PMS, with no recent reviews or clearly documented features, appears ill-equipped to meet the demands of most hotels. Its lack of regional presence and verified support options pose significant risks for properties needing dependable management tools.
In conclusion, if your hotel seeks a trustworthy, feature-rich platform with recent positive user feedback, HotelTime PMS is the clear choice. For properties with minimal needs and a preference for simplicity, and if you’re willing to accept the support risks, Shalom PMS might warrant further investigation — but caution is advised.
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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According to HTR's product database, HotelTime PMS and Shalom PMS share 0 features. Here are the key differences — features one has that the other lacks.
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Showing top differences. 39 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.
"We needed to change an on-site system we were using as we wanted to move our operation forward. We achieved that with HotelTime systems. They are reliable, and stable and offer fea..."
No published case study for this goal yet.
"In 2018 we were choosing a system for our first completely self-service ART and design hotel. We decided on HotelTime and after 4 years I have to say that the choice was the right..."
No published case study for this goal yet.
What hoteliers love
While the system’s intuitive interface and ease of learning are generally appreciated, a few users mention initial challenges due to the complexity of... While the system’s intuitive interface and ease of learning are generally appreciated, a few users mention initial challenges due to the complexity of features offered. Overall, once users become familiar with the system, it significantly enhances efficiency and simplifies hotel operations.
While the support team's responsive and helpful nature is appreciated, some reviews suggest that extended hours for technical support would further en... While the support team's responsive and helpful nature is appreciated, some reviews suggest that extended hours for technical support would further enhance user experience, ensuring assistance at all times, especially for international users.
HotelTime's robust reporting features are praised for providing comprehensive data insights into occupancy, revenue, and customer satisfaction. Users... HotelTime's robust reporting features are praised for providing comprehensive data insights into occupancy, revenue, and customer satisfaction. Users appreciate the variety of reports available for management, yet some desire more customization and advanced visualizations within the tool itself to better suit individual hotel needs.
Where hoteliers push back
Some users voice a need for more customizable features, particularly in terms of reporting and interface personalization, which would allow hotels to... Some users voice a need for more customizable features, particularly in terms of reporting and interface personalization, which would allow hotels to better tailor the PMS to their specific operational strategies and guest services.
The automation capabilities in HotelTime, such as invoice processing and reservation management, are frequently mentioned for saving significant time... The automation capabilities in HotelTime, such as invoice processing and reservation management, are frequently mentioned for saving significant time for staff. Users highlight these features as reducing manual workload and minimizing the risk of human error, although they also express a desire for enhanced automation in guest communication and reporting.
Unique capabilities
Where the ratings diverge most
It depends on your requirements. HotelTime PMS and Shalom PMS share many core Property Management Systems features, but each has unique capabilities. HotelTime PMS offers 58 verified integration partners, while Shalom PMS offers 0. Review the feature comparison above to see where they differ before switching.
Small hotels should prioritize ease of use and fast onboarding. HotelTime PMS leads in ease of use at 4.7/5 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.
HotelTime PMS: No. Shalom 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. HOTELTIME has an HT Score of 92 and Shalom PMS has 0. 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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