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Directful - Guest Messaging
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Directful - Guest Messaging
Unranked in Guest Messaging Software
The only autonomous marketing platform for hotels
100% recommended by 1 hotels
More than 50% of Directful’s reviews come from United States.
What is Directful?
Founded in 2017 | Headquarters in Menlo Park (United States) | 28 employees
Directful - Guest Messaging is a guest engagement solution tailored for the hospitality industry. The platform uses AI and predictive analytics to determine when past guests are likely to travel again, triggering personalized SMS campaigns at optimal times. These messages significantly boost guest retention and conversion rates, with an average conversion rate of 15.5%. By automating the timing and personalization of outreach, Directful enables businesses to seamlessly integrate effective guest communication into their operations, driving substantial revenue increases and fostering lasting guest relationships.
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Directful's Provided Description:
"Leveraging AI and predictive analytics, our system determines when past guests are most likely to travel again and automatically triggers targeted SMS campaigns. These hyper-personalized messages enhance guest retention and substantially increase conversion rates. These campaigns see an impressive 15.5% average conversion rate and have unlocked more than $83 million dollars in total revenue for our customers."
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Capabilities
Enhanced Guest Engagement
Enhanced Guest Engagement
Directful utilizes AI-driven messaging to deliver timely and relevant communication throughout the guest’s stay, fostering a deeper connection with your brand.
AI-Driven Personalization
AI-Driven Personalization
Our platform crafts hyper-personalized messages based on each guest’s preferences and past interactions, ensuring high relevance and engagement.
Resource Optimization
Resource Optimization
Automating routine communications frees up your staff to focus on more critical tasks and personalized interactions, thereby enhancing overall service quality.
Features
Unified Inbox
4/5 features
Multi-Channel
4/5 features
Automation
4/5 features
Upselling & Ancillaries
4/5 features
Task & Request Management
4/5 features
Surveys & Feedback
4/5 features
Reporting & Analytics
4/5 features
Compliance & Privacy
4/5 features
Digital Registration & Check-in
4/5 features
Pre-Stay
4/5 features
In-Stay & Post Stay
4/5 features
Back-Office
4/5 features
Artificial Intelligence
4/5 features
Available Add-ons & Modules
Q4 '26 Guest Messaging Software Survey Insights
Is Directful a good fit for your hotel?
Rank
Hotel size
Popular alternatives
#1
of 22
Mid-sized
96%
(1,059)
Canary Technologies is a top Guest Messaging Software pick among mid-sized hotels on HotelTechReport, praised for its secure digital credit card authorization feature that simplifies check-in, helping staff handle transactions with confidence. This capability significantly improves operational efficiency for hotels by reducing paperwork and speeding up the arrival process.
#1
of 18
Small
93%
(168)
Duve is a top Guest Messaging Software pick among small hotels on HotelTechReport because it simplifies guest communication through features like automated pre-check-in messages and a centralized messaging hub for SMS and WhatsApp, allowing hotels to deliver timely updates while reducing front desk workload.
#1
of 17
Large
96%
(276)
Canary Technologies is a top Guest Messaging Software pick among large hotels on HotelTechReport, praised for its ability to enhance guest communication and streamline check-ins through features like contactless check-in and automated messages. Hoteliers appreciate how easy it is to manage real-time guest interactions, stating that it "cuts down on check-in time" and improves overall service.
Mid-sized
96%
(1,059)
#1
of 22
Canary Technologies is a top Guest Messaging Software pick among mid-sized hotels on HotelTechReport, praised for its secure digital credit card authorization feature that simplifies check-in, helping staff handle transactions with confidence. This capability significantly improves operational efficiency for hotels by reducing paperwork and speeding up the arrival process.
Small
93%
(168)
#1
of 18
Duve is a top Guest Messaging Software pick among small hotels on HotelTechReport because it simplifies guest communication through features like automated pre-check-in messages and a centralized messaging hub for SMS and WhatsApp, allowing hotels to deliver timely updates while reducing front desk workload.
Large
96%
(276)
#1
of 17
Canary Technologies is a top Guest Messaging Software pick among large hotels on HotelTechReport, praised for its ability to enhance guest communication and streamline check-ins through features like contactless check-in and automated messages. Hoteliers appreciate how easy it is to manage real-time guest interactions, stating that it "cuts down on check-in time" and improves overall service.
Rank
Hotel type
Popular alternatives
#1
of 24
Branded Hotels
96%
(822)
Canary Technologies is a top Guest Messaging Software pick among branded hotels on HotelTechReport for its ability to streamline check-in and enhance communication. The platform's digital check-in feature allows guests to complete registration from their own devices, minimizing wait times and improving arrival experiences, according to hoteliers.
#1
of 24
Boutique Hotels
96%
(698)
Canary Technologies is a top Guest Messaging Software pick among boutique hotels on HotelTechReport, praised for its ability to streamline the guest check-in process with features like contactless check-in and secure credit card authorizations. Hoteliers value that guests can upload their ID and payment info before arrival, enabling quicker service at the front desk.
#1
of 24
Luxury Hotels
96%
(496)
Canary Technologies is a top Guest Messaging Software pick among luxury hotels on HotelTechReport, particularly valued for its contactless check-in feature that streamlines the arrival process and enhances guest satisfaction by allowing guests to bypass the front desk.
Branded Hotels
96%
(822)
#1
of 24
Canary Technologies is a top Guest Messaging Software pick among branded hotels on HotelTechReport for its ability to streamline check-in and enhance communication. The platform's digital check-in feature allows guests to complete registration from their own devices, minimizing wait times and improving arrival experiences, according to hoteliers.
Boutique Hotels
96%
(698)
#1
of 24
Canary Technologies is a top Guest Messaging Software pick among boutique hotels on HotelTechReport, praised for its ability to streamline the guest check-in process with features like contactless check-in and secure credit card authorizations. Hoteliers value that guests can upload their ID and payment info before arrival, enabling quicker service at the front desk.
Luxury Hotels
96%
(496)
#1
of 24
Canary Technologies is a top Guest Messaging Software pick among luxury hotels on HotelTechReport, particularly valued for its contactless check-in feature that streamlines the arrival process and enhances guest satisfaction by allowing guests to bypass the front desk.
Rank
Region
Popular alternatives
#1
of 19
North America
96%
(1,391)
Canary Technologies is a top Guest Messaging Software pick among mid-sized hotels in North America on HotelTechReport, recognized for making pre-check-ins easier and enhancing guest communication. Hoteliers appreciate how guests can upload credit card information and ID prior to arrival, reducing wait times and ensuring smoother check-ins.
#1
of 12
Europe
93%
(308)
Duve is a top Guest Messaging Software pick among small hotels in Germany on HotelTechReport, particularly for its efficient upselling capabilities that allow properties to promote tailored upgrades and services effortlessly. This feature helps generate additional revenue while enhancing guest satisfaction through personalized communications.
#1
of 6
Asia Pacific
97%
(25)
SiteMinder is a top Guest Messaging Software pick among Asia Pacific on HotelTechReport, praised for its ability to manage hotel operations and bookings from a single platform, providing a “centralized hub” that simplifies workflow and improves data visibility for decision-making.
North America
96%
(1,391)
#1
of 19
Canary Technologies is a top Guest Messaging Software pick among mid-sized hotels in North America on HotelTechReport, recognized for making pre-check-ins easier and enhancing guest communication. Hoteliers appreciate how guests can upload credit card information and ID prior to arrival, reducing wait times and ensuring smoother check-ins.
Europe
93%
(308)
#1
of 12
Duve is a top Guest Messaging Software pick among small hotels in Germany on HotelTechReport, particularly for its efficient upselling capabilities that allow properties to promote tailored upgrades and services effortlessly. This feature helps generate additional revenue while enhancing guest satisfaction through personalized communications.
Asia Pacific
97%
(25)
#1
of 6
SiteMinder is a top Guest Messaging Software pick among Asia Pacific on HotelTechReport, praised for its ability to manage hotel operations and bookings from a single platform, providing a “centralized hub” that simplifies workflow and improves data visibility for decision-making.
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Directful Reviews Summary
Ease of Use
5.0/5
Customer Support
5.0/5
ROI
5.0/5
Implementation
5.0/5
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This vendor's trending score is rising, Directful - Guest Messaging is the #73 most trending product in the Guest Messaging Software category (out of 89) and the #2671 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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I liked their software and the ability to regain past guests, the results have been impressive, and their customer service is amazing. It has been a significant revenue generator for our hotels, boosting our overall performance and customer satisfaction.
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