Hotel Glossary

Hotel Glossary

100+ Hospitality Terms That Drive Revenue

Master ADR, RevPAR, distribution, and pricing strategies used by high-performing hotels worldwide.


Understanding hotel terminology is necessary for executing stellar results. At Key Hotels & Resorts, we translate revenue management, distribution, and digital strategy into measurable outcomes: higher ADR, stronger RevPAR, and increased direct bookings.


Quick Definitions

What is ADR in hotels?
Average Daily Rate (ADR) measures the average revenue earned per sold room.

What is RevPAR?
Revenue per Available Room combines occupancy and pricing performance.

What is a Channel Manager?
A system that distributes rates and availability across OTAs and booking channels.

What is Hotel Distribution?
The strategy of selling rooms across direct and third-party channels globally.