HotelRunner Pricing 2026

Plans, hidden costs, and cheaper alternatives compared

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6 plans tracked·Updated Jul 2026

Is HotelRunner worth the price?

75/10

HotelRunner's pricing for the ESSENTIAL tiers is quite competitive, especially with the 'Sell' plan at $29.95/month offering a comprehensive channel manager and booking engine.

The percentage-based pricing on top of the monthly fee adds a variable cost that could become expensive for high-volume properties. It's best for small to medium-sized hospitality businesses looking for an all-in-one solution without high upfront costs.

Pricing Plans

ESSENTIAL Manage

0.75% / per month

Front desk
Basic reporting
Unlimited users
Unlimited rooms
50 rate plans

ESSENTIAL Sell

1.25% / per month

Channel manager
Central reservation system
Booking engine
Content manager
Metasearch
Website
Unlimited users
Unlimited rooms

ESSENTIAL Complete

1% / per month

All products in the Manage plan
All products in the Sell plan
Unlimited users
Unlimited rooms
50 rate plans

Advanced Automate

Autopilot
Review center
Custom apps
Guest relationship management

Advanced Explore

Insights
Competition analysis

Advanced Complete

All products in the Automate plan
All products in the Explore plan

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Hidden Costs & Gotchas

Variable percentage fees on bookings

Advanced features require custom quotes

Potential for higher costs with growth

Which Plan Do You Need?

Small hotels & B&Bs

Properties needing channel management

Businesses prioritizing direct bookings

How HotelRunner Compares to Competitors

Compared to Cloudbeds, which starts around $50/month, HotelRunner's ESSENTIAL Sell at $29.95/month plus a percentage is more accessible for smaller properties. While Mews offers similar features, its pricing is often higher, making HotelRunner a more budget-friendly option for core functionalities.

HotelRunner Pricing FAQ

How much does HotelRunner cost?

HotelRunner starts at $19.95/month on the ESSENTIAL Manage plan. It offers 3 paid tiers ranging from $19.95/month up to $39.95/month.

Does HotelRunner have a free plan?

HotelRunner does not offer a permanent free plan. Paid plans are required from day one.

What is the cheapest HotelRunner paid plan?

The cheapest paid plan for HotelRunner is "ESSENTIAL Manage" at $19.95/month. Key features include: Front desk, Basic reporting, Unlimited users.

Is there a cheaper alternative to HotelRunner?

Yes. Popular alternatives to HotelRunner include Amenitiz, iGMS, Stayntouch, TurboTenant. Free alternatives include TurboTenant, Tokeet. Compare them side-by-side on Toolradar.