Top 10 WordPress Themes For Hotels
Choosing the right WordPress theme is critical for hotels looking to enhance their online presence. A well-designed website not only boosts your hotel’s image but also serves as a crucial platform for interacting with guests and managing bookings efficiently. At Blue Whale Media, our Manchester website design team understands the specific demands of the hospitality sector and specialises in creating WordPress websites that cater perfectly to these needs. Our expertise in website design ensures that your site is not just visually appealing but also functional, facilitating a seamless user experience. In this blog, we’ll dive into the top 10 WordPress themes ideal for hotels, each offering unique features to suit different styles and operational requirements.
1. Soho Hotel
Soho Hotel is a robust choice for hotels looking to streamline their booking process directly on their website. It features a built-in booking system that allows guests to check availability and make reservations without any hassle. The theme supports various payment options, enables seasonal pricing adjustments, and offers efficient room management capabilities. These features make Soho Hotel an excellent option for hotels that want a direct, user-friendly booking experience.
The Soho Hotel Booking Calendar theme is available to purchase for $59 for a single website from ThemeForest here: https://themeforest.net/item/soho-hotel-responsive-hotel-booking-wp-theme/5576098. This price includes 6 months of support from the theme developer quitenicestuff, or you can extend it to 12 months support for an additional $17.63.
2. Hotel Master
Designed for hotels, hostels, and resorts, Hotel Master includes an advanced booking system that handles everything from room quantity allocation and booking management to coupon code integration. It also features a comprehensive calendar system for booking management, making it a versatile tool for large and small accommodations alike.
You can buy the Hotel Master theme on ThemeForest for $62 here: https://themeforest.net/item/hotel-wordpress-theme-hotel-master/11032879. This price includes 6 months of support from the theme developer GoodLayers, or extend to 12 months support for an additional $18.75.
3. Bellevue
Ideal for bed and breakfasts and small hotels, Bellevue offers a beautiful design coupled with essential booking capabilities. It includes a system for managing bookings, supports WooCommerce for easy payment processing, and comes with additional amenities such as a premium version of the WP Booking System. Bellevue combines aesthetics with functionality, providing a charming and efficient online presence for smaller hotels.
The Bellevue theme can be purchased for $60 from ThemeForest here: https://themeforest.net/item/bellevue-hotel-bed-breakfast-booking-theme/12482898. This includes 6 months of support from the theme developer Themovation, or you can increase it to 12 months of support for an additional $18.
4. OceanWP
OceanWP provides a professional and straightforward setup with its Hotel demo, suitable for any hotel looking to establish a strong online presence. While the core theme is free, premium extensions enhance its capabilities, allowing for full integration with booking plugins, and customisation of booking forms and calendars. This theme is perfect for hotels that require flexibility in their website design and functionality.
OceanWP is free but has a four-tier option for the premium version, the main difference in the premium tiers being the number of websites and type of support available. The premium version starts from a single website at $35 annually or $141 for a lifetime license (pricing correct as of 16th May 2024). Download the free version or check out their pricing options on their website here: https://oceanwp.org/
5. Astra
Astra is known for its fast and lightweight design, making it an excellent choice for hotel websites that prioritise speed and ease of use. It offers several starter sites designed specifically for hotels, which can be integrated with popular hotel booking plugins to ensure a smooth reservation process for guests.
The Astra theme is available for free but also includes three-tiered premium versions for additional features and support, starting from $39 per month or $179 for a lifetime license (pricing correct as of 13th May 2024)
View the pricing options or download the free version on their website here: https://wpastra.com/
6. AlpenHouse
Tailored specifically for chalets, guest houses, and hotels, AlpenHouse features a powerful booking engine provided by the MotoPress Hotel Booking plugin. This plugin is included for free and supports real-time reservations, seasonal pricing adjustments, and online payments, making AlpenHouse a comprehensive solution for hospitality businesses.
You can buy AlpenHouse for $89 for a single website, or $199 for an unlimited website license. You can subscribe to a $299 annual membership with the theme developer MotoPress which gives you access to all their themes and plugins plus support & updates (pricing correct as of 16th May 2024).
Find out more on their website here: https://motopress.com/products/alpenhouse/
7. HBook
Although HBook is not a theme but a plugin, it is particularly effective when integrated with hospitality-oriented WordPress themes. It offers a flexible booking system that includes options for deposits, partial payments, and pricing adjustments based on the number of guests, adding significant versatility to any hotel website.
You can purchase the HBook plugin on CodeCanyon, through the Envato marketplace, for $70 here: https://codecanyon.net/item/hbook-hotel-booking-system-wordpress-plugin/10622779. This includes 6 months of support from the plugin developer Maestrel, which can be extended to 12 months for an additional fee of $24.38 (pricing correct as of 16th May 2024).
8. Book Your Travel
Book Your Travel is designed specifically for the travel booking industry, including hotels. It features an integrated booking system, an availability checker, flexible pricing options, and the capability for guests to leave reviews and ratings. This theme is ideal for hotels that also offer travel packages and want to provide a comprehensive booking experience.
You can purchase the Book Your Travel WordPress theme for $59 from ThemeForest here: https://themeforest.net/item/book-your-travel-online-booking-wordpress-theme/5632266. This includes 6 months of support from the theme developer ThemeEnergy which can be extended to 12 months for an additional $17.63 (pricing correct as of 16th May 2024).
9. Hotel Zante
Hotel Zante is a stylish theme for hotels and resorts, equipped with a powerful booking management system. It includes four different demos, each designed to showcase hotel services elegantly and effectively, along with the Eagle Booking plugin, enhancing its functionality and appeal.
The Hotel Zante theme can be purchased for $59 from ThemeForest here: https://themeforest.net/item/hotel-zante-hotel-wordpress-theme/22325268. This includes 6 months of support from the theme developer Eagle Themes, which can be extended to 12 months for an additional $17.63 (pricing correct as of 16th May 2024).
10. Hoteller
Hoteller caters to the high-end hotel industry, featuring sophisticated presentation and advanced functionality. It includes features such as room availability calendars, seasonal pricing, and package customisation options, making it suitable for luxury hotels that require a detailed and high-quality online booking system.
The Hoteller WordPress theme can be purchased for $59 from ThemeForest here: https://themeforest.net/item/hoteller-hotel-booking-wordpress/22316029 which includes 6 months of support from the theme developer ThemeGoods. You can extend this to 12 months support for an additional fee of $17.63 (pricing correct as of 16th May 2024).
Conclusion
For hotels, the right WordPress theme can transform how you interact with guests and manage your operations online. The themes listed offer a range of functionalities to suit different hotel types and preferences. At Blue Whale Media, we specialise in bespoke WordPress website designs that effectively convey your hotel’s brand while providing practical solutions for your operational needs. If you’re ready to take your hotel’s online presence to the next level, contact Blue Whale Media today. Let us help you build a website that is as inviting as your hotel.
