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 Guest CRM and Guest profiles.
Zavia ERP shines , with exclusive features like Guest Communication (SMS Messaging) and Centralized Messaging.
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 Zavia ERP 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 between HotelTime PMS by HOTELTIME and Zavia ERP hinges on your hotel’s operational size, regional focus, and feature needs. HotelTime is a well-established, feature-rich cloud system used by over 650 properties worldwide, with recent reviews confirming its reliability and support. Zavia ERP, on the other hand, is a newer solution tailored for smaller hotels in Latin America, with no recent reviews or user feedback available. How do these differences impact your decision?
HotelTime and Zavia ERP both aim to streamline hotel management, but they do so from different starting points. HotelTime offers a comprehensive, cloud-based PMS with extensive integrations and a global presence, making it suitable for diverse property types and scales. Zavia ERP focuses on small to medium hotels, especially in Latin America, with features like booking management, real-time agency synchronization, and website creation. Given the absence of recent reviews for Zavia, HotelTime’s proven track record and robust support make it the clearer choice for most hoteliers.
If your hotel needs a full-featured, globally proven PMS capable of managing multiple property types and integrating with diverse systems, go with HotelTime. Its high review count (433 reviews, 27 in the last six months) and 4.83/5 rating demonstrate strong user satisfaction. Conversely, if your hotel is small, operates mainly in Latin America, and seeks a straightforward, budget-friendly system with reservation and rate synchronization, Zavia ERP could be suitable—though the lack of recent reviews makes this less certain. For most hotels, HotelTime’s extensive track record tilts the balance.
HotelTime boasts a high ease-of-use rating of 4.66/5, with many users praising its intuitive interface, quick onboarding, and helpful support. Reviews mention that once familiar, staff can manage operations efficiently, though initial setup can be complex. Zavia ERP has no user ratings or recent feedback available, leaving its usability unverified. Given HotelTime’s detailed reviews about onboarding and support, it clearly outperforms the untested Zavia ERP.
Edge: HotelTime.
HotelTime offers 45 shared features plus six exclusive ones like an integrated CRS, guest CRM, and wellness modules, providing a broad operational toolkit. Zavia ERP has fewer verified integrations, with only five partners, and offers features like real-time agency rate syncing and website creation. HotelTime’s extensive feature set, combined with dedicated modules for spa and wellness, makes it the more comprehensive platform.
Edge: HotelTime.
HotelTime’s support team scores 4.73/5, with reviews highlighting prompt, knowledgeable assistance and a positive onboarding experience. Users appreciate the ongoing support that helps maximize the platform’s potential. Zavia ERP has no recent review data or support ratings, making it impossible to assess its customer service quality. Based on available information, HotelTime’s support clearly leads.
Edge: HotelTime.
HotelTime integrates with 58 verified partners, including popular systems like Profitroom, SiteMinder, and STR, enabling a flexible, connected property ecosystem. Zavia ERP has only five verified partners, with notable integrations such as Stripe and Asksuite, but significantly fewer options overall. For hotels seeking extensive third-party connectivity, HotelTime’s larger integration network provides a distinct advantage.
Edge: HotelTime.
HotelTime has an overall rating of 4.83/5 from 433 reviews, with recent feedback confirming its ease of use, support, and operational impact. The majority of reviews are from diverse hotel types, including resorts, boutique hotels, and city-center properties, reflecting broad satisfaction. Zavia ERP has no recent reviews, leaving its user ratings unknown. The strength of HotelTime’s recent review data makes it the clearly higher-rated option.
Edge: HotelTime.
HotelTime charges a $600 monthly fee with no free tier or trial, making it a substantial investment but reflecting its extensive features and support. Zavia ERP’s pricing begins at $300 per month, with no trial or additional fees mentioned, positioning it as a more affordable option. However, the absence of recent pricing details or trials for Zavia limits direct comparison.
Not ideal if:
Not ideal if:
HotelTime offers a deeply integrated, globally proven PMS with more recent reviews, higher ratings, and a broader feature set. It’s best suited for hotels that need a scalable, detailed, and well-supported platform capable of managing complex operations across regions. Its extensive integrations and support network make it a safe choice for most mid- to large-sized properties.
Zavia ERP, while cost-effective and regionally focused, lacks recent user feedback to verify its performance and ease of use. It might appeal to small hotels in Latin America seeking basic reservation and rate management, but the limited reviews and regional focus restrict its appeal outside that niche.
For most hoteliers evaluating these options today, HotelTime’s proven track record and recent positive reviews position it as the more reliable, comprehensive choice.
According to HTR's product database, HotelTime PMS and Zavia ERP share 45 features. Here are the key differences — features one has that the other lacks.
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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
Unique capabilities
Where the ratings diverge most
It depends on your requirements. HotelTime PMS and Zavia ERP share many core Property Management Systems features, but each has unique capabilities. HotelTime PMS offers 58 verified integration partners, while Zavia ERP offers 5. 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. Zavia ERP: 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 Zavia ERP 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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