Updated : Sep 29, 2025
Customer type: Owner
Property type: Hotel
Region: Europe
Products: Dynamic Pricing, Market Dashboard
Number of units: 26-100
PMS: Apaleo
Hotel Constantin, an independent hotel in Trier, Germany, boosted off-season revenue and occupancy by using PriceLabs and Apaleo for independent hotels. By automating pricing and streamlining operations, this 33-room property achieved significant improvements without adding complexity
Turning the Off-Season Into Opportunity with PriceLabs and Apaleo for Independent Hotels
As one of Trier’s independently run economy-to-mid-range hotels, Hotel Constantin knew that surviving the off-season meant thinking differently. With 30+ rooms and a popular breakfast offering, the hotel team turned to automation to keep pace with fluctuating market demand.
Their winning strategy?
Combining Apaleo, a flexible PMS integration for hotels, with PriceLabs, a leading hotel revenue management software.
“Smart tech helped us compete and stay agile—especially when it mattered most.”
The Challenge: Manual Pricing Before Using PriceLabs and Apaleo for Independent Hotels
Before implementing PriceLabs, the team was managing rates manually. They had tried two other pricing tools, but neither delivered the adaptability or competitive insight they needed. Adjusting prices for local events or sudden shifts in demand was time-consuming—and often too late.
“We tested two other tools, but they didn’t account for competition or key seasonal factors. Manual pricing just wasn’t cutting it.”
The Shift to PriceLabs and Apaleo for Independent Hotels: Fast Setup, Smarter Insights
Once they switched to Apaleo and PriceLabs, the change was almost immediate. The integration was live within minutes, allowing the team to automate rate updates and tap into real-time market data.
“The integration took seconds—it was unbelievably quick and easy.”
With Apaleo‘s open API, the hotel team could build and connect internal tools, while PriceLabs provided demand-based pricing recommendations that automatically adjusted based on the local market.
“PriceLabs keeps us competitive by helping us respond to trends. Apaleo gives us the freedom to build on top of what works.”
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The Results: Higher ADR, Better Occupancy—Even in October
Trier tends to slow down in the fall, but October 2024 told a different story:
- ADR increased by 9% vs. October 2023
- Occupancy rose from 54% to 63%, despite being off-season
“We didn’t have PriceLabs in place in October 2023. In 2024, the results spoke for themselves—higher rates and more bookings even during low season.”
This is a clear example of how dynamic pricing for independent hotels can deliver measurable improvements when paired with a responsive tech stack.
This success story proves that PriceLabs and Apaleo for independent hotels can drive higher ADR and occupancy, even in traditionally slower months.
Advice from the Team: Don’t Skip the Support
One major takeaway from Hotel Constantin’s experience? Make the most of the people behind the platform. A post-onboarding session with the PriceLabs support team unlocked features they hadn’t realized were there.
“The support call helped us fully understand how to use PriceLabs—and we’ve been seeing the results ever since.”
This case study shows that even a single-property hotel can achieve big wins by using the right tech stack. For hotels looking to optimize rates, save time, and stay competitive year-round, PriceLabs and Apaleo, is a proven combination.
Success doesn’t always come from adding more rooms—it comes from using smarter tools.
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