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How to Design Room Rates in Bistone HMS Full Board Version

The Simplest Rate Engine for Complex Packages

Unlike systems that force you to bundle items (meals, tickets, activities) one by one, Bistone HMS Full Board Version lets you define any package with just a price. Configure the 5 most essential rate structures below in minutes—no complex linking required. It's why growing resorts choose us for flexibility and speed.

From Simple to Sophisticated: 5 Essential Rate Plans

Follow these real-world examples to match your business model. Each is configured in the same intuitive Edit Rate Plan dialog.

Rate Plan Example & Use CaseConfiguration Steps in Bistone HMS

The Core Idea: Price, Don't Bundle

Remember: You are setting the total package price in each field. Whether that price covers meals, internet, dive tickets, or spa access is your business logic. The system doesn't need to know the details—it just accurately calculates the total based on guests and nights. This is what makes setup incredibly fast.

1. Simple Flat Room Rate

Best for: Standard rooms sold per night, regardless of occupancy.

Double Room:
Max Adults: 2, Max Children: 1, Max Infants: 1

Rate: $100.00 / Night
No additional per-person fees.
Setting a flat nightly rate for a Double Room
Configuration Steps:
  • Set [Max Adult Num] as the Rate Base Green Box
  • Enter $100.00 for both 1st Night and Extension rates Red Box
  • Leave all other person-based rate fields blank.

2. Room Rate + Fixed Add-on Fee

Best for: Bundling a mandatory service (e.g., Internet, Breakfast) with the room.

Double Room:
Max Adults: 2, Max Children: 1, Max Infants: 1

Room Rate: $100.00 / Night
Internet Fee: $20.00 / Night
Total Guest Charge: $120.00 / Night
Configuring a room rate with a fixed internet fee
Configuration Steps:
  • Set [Max Adult Num] as the Rate Base Green Box
  • Enter the total ($120.00) for 1st Night and Extension rates Red Box
  • The system calculates the bundle. No need for separate fee entries.

3. Pure Per-Person Pricing

Best for: All-inclusive resorts where every guest has a cost.

Double Room:
Max Adults: 2, Max Children: 1, Max Infants: 1

Per Adult: $80.00 / Night
Per Child: $60.00 / Night
Per Infant: $30.00 / Night
Setting pure per-person rates for all guest types
Configuration Steps:
  • Set [1 guest] as the Rate Base Green Box
  • Enter $80.00 for the Base Rate (1st Night & Extension) Red Box
  • Enter $60.00 for the Child Rate Orange Box
  • Enter $30.00 for the Infant Rate Yellow Box

4. Base Rate + Additional Guest Fees

Best for: Villas or suites where a base price covers a group, with fees for extras.

Villa:
Max Adults: 4, Max Children: 2, Max Infants: 2

Base Rate (Includes 2 Adults): $300.00 / Night
Per Additional Adult: $80.00 / Night
Per Child: $60.00 / Night
Per Infant: $30.00 / Night
Configuring a villa rate with base occupancy and extra guest fees
Configuration Steps:
  • Set [<= 2 guests] as the Rate Base Green Box
  • Enter $300.00 for the Base Rate Red Box
  • Enter $80.00 for the Additional Rate Orange Box
  • Enter $60.00 for the Child Rate Yellow Box
  • Enter $30.00 for the Infant Rate Blue Box

5. Complex Rates (Different First/Extension Night)

Best for: Promotional pricing (e.g., first night discount) or minimum stay requirements.

Villa:
Max Adults: 4, Max Children: 2, Max Infants: 2

Base Rate (Includes 2 Adults):
  First Night: $300.00
  Extension: $280.00/Night
Per Additional Adult:
  First Night: $80.00
  Extension: $70.00/Night
Per Child:
  First Night: $60.00
  Extension: $50.00/Night
Per Infant:
  First Night: $30.00
  Extension: $20.00/Night
Setting different rates for the first night and extension nights
Configuration Steps:
  • Set [<= 2 guests] as the Rate Base Green Box
  • Enter $300.00 (1st Night) and $280.00 (Extension) for the Base Rate Red Box
  • Enter $80.00 (1st Night) and $70.00 (Extension) for the Additional Rate Orange Box
  • Enter $60.00 (1st Night) and $50.00 (Extension) for the Child Rate Yellow Box
  • Enter $30.00 (1st Night) and $20.00 (Extension) for the Infant Rate Blue Box

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