Across the industry, hoteliers like you are reimagining their spaces. From capsule hotels in Japan to cruise ship cabins, the winners are designing rooms and communal areas that boost both revenue and guest satisfaction. But what kind of decisions are they making? 
 

Well, there’s been a mindset shift: space isn’t just something to fill, it’s something to optimize and monetize. And bigger doesn’t always mean better. 
 

From the Wall Street Journal, here’s a look at how rooms might be shrinking but value is growing: 
 

Smarter spaces win 

Take the minibar. It may seem like an obvious way to encourage extra guest spend. But it takes time for your staff to check and replenish. And do guests even use them? If not, consider replacing them with a buzzing self-service lounge that encourages guests to socialize... and spend more.  

Closets? Slim them down to open-plan storage and relocate ironing boards to shared laundry areas to free up valuable guest space. Designing rooms that are easier to turn around can save staff hours (and save your budget). 

Communal areas are the new profit centers. Clever lighting and layouts make bars and lounges look busier, sparking FOMO and tempting guests to stay longer and order more. 

By rethinking how space is used, hotels are unlocking new revenue opportunities and operational savings. 
 

From vision to value 

But design changes are only half the story. Turning your hotel’s innovative spaces into consistent profit means making them bookable, priced correctly, and available in real time. That takes the right tech. The good news is that your PMS already has this capability. 

Enter Mews Spaces, a way to manage and monetize every square meter of your property, from meeting rooms to parking spots. 

So you have the vision. And you have the tech. What’s the last thing that could be holding you back? Oh, that’s right. Funding. We have good news on that front, too... 
 

Make it happen with Flexible Financing 

Big ideas can stall without the funding to back them. That’s why Mews partners with YouLend to offer Flexible Financing for hoteliers. Invest in room redesigns, new social spaces, or tech upgrades. Funding can be used however and whenever you need it, with repayments that flex to match your revenue. 

What’s the smartest design change you’ve made that paid off? Or is there a space you’d love to rethink? Share your experience in the comments. Your next big idea might inspire someone else’s.