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.
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We analyzed 61 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:
p3 Hotels shines in onboarding , with exclusive features like Automated reporting.
ROIBACK shines when it comes to support and customer service .
Side-by-side ratings based on 61 verified hotelier reviews on HTR.
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After analyzing 61 verified reviews, p3 Hotels users most value its , while ROIBACK users highlight support and customer service, direct bookings optimization, technical improvements. Click any theme to see what reviewers say.
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How each product ranks among Booking Engine 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) ▾ | #36 3 reviews | #29 8 reviews |
| Mid-Size (25-74 rooms) ▾ | #35 5 reviews | #22 18 reviews |
| Large (75-199 rooms) ▾ | #20 6 reviews | #14 9 reviews |
| X-Large (200+ rooms) ▾ | #20 2 reviews | #10 6 reviews |
By Property Type
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| Boutique ▾ | #35 9 reviews | #24 15 reviews |
| Luxury ▾ | #36 4 reviews | #23 15 reviews |
| Branded / Chain ▾ | #24 9 reviews | #18 13 reviews |
| Extended Stay | #31 3 reviews | #19 4 reviews |
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| North America | — | #18 4 reviews |
| Europe ▾ | #17 14 reviews | #20 12 reviews |
| Asia Pacific ▾ | — | #10 14 reviews |
| Middle East | — | #14 3 reviews |
Choosing the right booking engine can significantly impact your hotel's direct booking rates and overall revenue. Both p3 Booking Engine by p3 Hotels and Roiback offer solutions designed to boost online sales, but they differ greatly in features, market presence, and user feedback. Your decision should hinge on your hotel's size, target market, and specific needs for customization and integration.
While p3 Hotels' platform is highly rated for ease of use and recent reviews, Roiback boasts more reviews and a broader regional footprint. Which platform aligns best with your hotel’s operational goals and guest experience ambitions?
Both p3 Hotels and Roiback aim to optimize direct bookings through their platforms, but their strengths vary. p3 Hotels' platform is praised for its simple, user-friendly interface, with a very high 4.67/5 overall rating from 16 recent reviews, emphasizing conversion improvements and growth. In contrast, Roiback, with 43 reviews and a perfect 72/100 score, is viewed as a more comprehensive solution, especially favored for its extensive features and support.
However, p3 Hotels' reviews are more recent, providing a clearer picture of current performance, whereas Roiback’s older reviews suggest a more established presence but less recent user feedback. Do you prioritize proven broad features or recent user satisfaction? The choice hinges on your hotel’s specific needs and the weight you assign to recent reviews.
Your hotel should consider p3 Hotels' platform if you need a highly customizable, easy-to-use booking engine primarily for properties that value straightforward integration with Oracle OPERA PMS and simple enhancements. Its core strength lies in its flexibility, with features like pooled inventory, automated reporting, and ADA compliance, making it ideal for hotels that prioritize user experience and conversion rates.
Conversely, if your hotel requires a broader set of features—such as web design, loyalty programs, and extensive analytics—and aims to increase profitability through detailed insights, Roiback is the better fit. With a larger partner network and a focus on international markets, Roiback is suited for hotels seeking a holistic, scalable direct sales strategy.
In summary, choose p3 Hotels if your focus is ease and customization; pick Roiback for a more comprehensive, multi-channel approach. The decision depends on your hotel’s size, market scope, and feature needs.
p3 Hotels' platform scores 4.5/5 for ease of use, with reviews highlighting its intuitive design that enhances staff adoption and customer experience. Reviewers frequently mention the straightforward back-office interface and quick onboarding process, with an average 4.79/5 onboarding rating. Its recent reviews emphasize ongoing improvements and user-friendly customization.
Roiback also scores 4.49/5 on ease of use, with users praising its clear rate grid, multi-language support, and simple booking flow. However, some reviews suggest that speed and UI consistency could improve, especially as the platform expands. Edge: p3 Hotels.
p3 Hotels offers 36 shared features plus 8 unique features, including wedding and corporate modules, pooled inventory, automated reporting, and ADA compliance. These specialized functionalities position it as a feature-rich platform, especially for hotels seeking targeted modules and custom rate management.
Roiback provides all shared features plus a broader partner network, but no unique features listed. Its strength lies in its comprehensive analytics, multi-channel connectivity, and extensive integrations, but it lacks some of the specialized modules p3 offers. Edge: p3 Hotels.
p3 Hotels earns a 4.59/5 support rating, with reviewers praising its availability, responsiveness, and friendly staff. Multiple reviews mention personal support and ongoing communication as key benefits, with some requesting more frequent updates on new features.
Roiback scores slightly higher at 4.72/5, with frequent praise for its dedicated account managers and tailored consulting. Users appreciate their proactive advice and problem-solving approach, though some mention delays in technical improvements. Edge: Roiback.
Roiback boasts 27 verified partner integrations, including major channel managers and PMS systems, making it highly compatible for larger or more complex hotel operations. It supports native connections with systems like RoomRaccoon, Winhotel, and SiteMinder, offering extensive flexibility.
p3 Hotels has 13 verified integrations, including key partners like OPERA PMS and Stripe, and offers several exclusive integrations such as LaaSie.ai and Adyen. While slightly fewer, its integrations are well-suited for properties focused on specific systems.
Edge: Roiback.
p3 Hotels has a higher average rating of 4.67/5 based on 16 recent reviews, with hoteliers emphasizing increased conversion and continuous platform improvements. Recent reviews from independent hotels praise user-friendly design and effective support, reflecting current positive sentiment.
Roiback, with 43 reviews and a 0/5 rating in some older reviews, shows mixed feedback, though recent comments highlight its extensive features and strategic support. Given the recency and volume of reviews, p3 Hotels’ platform is rated more favorably by current users.
Edge: p3 Hotels.
Both platforms are priced at a base fee of $500, with no indication of additional implementation or monthly charges, and no free trial available. This parity simplifies the comparison, but your hotel should confirm the total cost based on your specific needs and potential add-ons.
Not ideal if your hotel needs extensive multi-channel distribution or advanced marketing tools beyond core booking functions.
Not ideal if your hotel prefers a highly simplified platform without extensive third-party integrations or advanced promotional modules.
The core difference is that p3 Hotels offers a more niche, highly customizable booking engine designed to maximize conversions with essential features. Roiback provides a broader, more scalable solution with extensive integrations and advanced marketing capabilities.
If your hotel needs a simple, reliable, and easy-to-adopt engine that enhances direct bookings, p3 Hotels is the clear winner. Its recent reviews and higher ratings indicate current user satisfaction and ongoing platform improvements.
Choose p3 Hotels if you seek a streamlined, user-friendly system with targeted features. Opt for Roiback if you require a comprehensive suite of tools, extensive integrations, and a global reach, and are prepared for a slightly steeper learning curve.
Booking Engine 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 | From $500/mo |
According to HTR's product database, p3 Booking Engine (by p3 Hotels) and Roiback | Booking Engine share 36 features. Here are the key differences — features one has that the other lacks.
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We analyzed 1 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.
"Partnering with Roiback has been a game-changer, as their innovative solutions and close support by our Direct Channel Specialist have empowered Jasmine City Group to reach new h..."
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What hoteliers love
Roiback's dedicated support team, including account managers and direct channel specialists, receives high praise. Users commend their responsiveness,... Roiback's dedicated support team, including account managers and direct channel specialists, receives high praise. Users commend their responsiveness, expertise, and personalized consulting which have been instrumental in achieving business goals.
Roiback enhances direct bookings through a user-friendly booking engine, innovative direct sales strategies, and tools like loyalty programs and promo... Roiback enhances direct bookings through a user-friendly booking engine, innovative direct sales strategies, and tools like loyalty programs and promotional packages. Hotel operators report significant growth in online sales and improved direct channel visibility.
Critical feedback includes requests for speeding up the system's responsiveness, reducing technical glitches like duplications and error 404, and unif... Critical feedback includes requests for speeding up the system's responsiveness, reducing technical glitches like duplications and error 404, and unifying platforms to streamline processes. These technical enhancements are deemed necessary for a seamless user experience.
Where hoteliers push back
The platform's user-friendly and intuitive booking engine is appreciated, with mentions of smooth multi-language support and ease of use. However, som... The platform's user-friendly and intuitive booking engine is appreciated, with mentions of smooth multi-language support and ease of use. However, some users request improvements in default language settings and interface design for better user experience.
While the platform supports a variety of payment gateways, users suggest the need for expanding payment options, particularly integrating more local a... While the platform supports a variety of payment gateways, users suggest the need for expanding payment options, particularly integrating more local and international gateways to avoid connectivity issues.
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Where the ratings diverge most
It depends on your requirements. p3 Booking Engine (by p3 Hotels) and Roiback | Booking Engine share many core Booking Engine features, but each has unique capabilities. p3 Booking Engine (by p3 Hotels) offers 13 verified integration partners, while Roiback | Booking Engine offers 27. Review the feature comparison above to see where they differ before switching.
Small hotels should prioritize ease of use and fast onboarding. p3 Booking Engine (by p3 Hotels) leads in ease of use at 4.5/5 vs 4.5/5. 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.
p3 Booking Engine (by p3 Hotels): No. Roiback | Booking Engine: No. Neither product currently offers a free tier. Most Booking Engine 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. p3 Hotels has an HT Score of 0 and ROIBACK has 72. 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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