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Run of house

Run of house is selling a room without guaranteeing which one, letting the hotel assign whatever suits it on arrival. It gives flexibility to place inventory better and usually comes with a cheaper rate. It is common in groups and bargain rates, in exchange for the guest giving up the choice of view or floor.

Example A run of house rate is cheaper but the hotel decides the room based on how occupancy lands.

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FAQ

What is Run of house?
Run of house is a booking type where the guest pays a discounted rate in exchange for not selecting a specific room, allowing the hotel to assign whichever room is most convenient upon arrival.
How does a Run of house reservation work?
When booking Run of house, the guest agrees to let the hotel assign any available room within the base category, without the right to request a particular view, floor, or feature, which helps the hotel maximize occupancy and revenue per room.
How is Run of house different from a standard reservation?
Unlike a standard reservation where the guest chooses a specific room type (such as an ocean-view room), Run of house gives the hotel full flexibility to assign the room to improve inventory management, and it is typically sold at a lower price than guaranteed-choice rates.

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