Gift vouchers are one of the simplest ways for a hotel to bring in cash now and new guests later — yet most independents either don't sell them online or rely on clunky, print-based systems. Here's how to do it properly, digitally, and quickly.
What to sell
Offer a mix: monetary vouchers ("£100 to spend") give buyers flexibility, while experience vouchers ("Overnight stay for two", "Afternoon tea") convert better as gifts because they paint a picture. Most hotels do best with two or three of each.
How delivery works
With a digital platform there's no print or postage. The moment a buyer pays, the voucher is generated with a unique code and a branded PDF, then emailed to the recipient or downloaded instantly — and it can be scheduled to arrive on a chosen date.
Redemption at the property
Staff redeem a voucher by entering or scanning the code at reception — in full or in part for monetary vouchers — with a clear valid / used / expired status.
Launching the same day
- Create a branded shop on your own address.
- Connect Stripe (it handles verification and pays you out automatically).
- Add a couple of vouchers and a "Gift Vouchers" button to your website.
That's genuinely it. With GiftDesk you can be selling within minutes, with no monthly fee — you only pay a small commission when you make a sale.