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Hotel Website Design That Drives Direct Bookings

I’m Spencer, a freelance web designer based in Brighton. I build custom websites for hotels, B&Bs, and boutique accommodation across Sussex and the UK — sites designed to drive direct bookings, reduce your dependency on OTAs, and showcase your property at its absolute best.

If your hotel website looks dated, doesn’t work properly on mobile, or sends most of your traffic straight to Booking.com, I can help. No agency fees. No generic templates. Just a purpose-built hotel website designed around your property, your guests, and the experience you offer.

About Me
Spencer Thomas, Brighton web designer, with his dog

Why Hotels Need a Professional Website

Every booking that comes through Booking.com, Expedia, or Hotels.com costs you 15-25% in commission. That’s money straight out of your profit margin — and for many hotels, it adds up to tens of thousands of pounds a year. A professional hotel website is the single most effective tool you have for driving direct bookings and keeping more of your revenue.

Most hotel owners I speak to either have a website that hasn’t been updated in years, a basic template that doesn’t reflect their property’s character, or no website at all — relying entirely on OTA listings to fill rooms. The problem is you’re competing with every other hotel on those platforms purely on price, and you’re paying a hefty commission for the privilege.

That’s where I come in. I build custom WordPress websites specifically designed for hotels — sites that look stunning, integrate with your booking engine, and are built to convert browsers into direct bookings.

What I Offer Hotels

Whether you need a booking-focused hotel website, a multi-facility platform with restaurant and spa pages, or a simple B&B site that drives direct reservations, I handle the full process — design, development, SEO setup, and launch. Everything is built on WordPress, so you can update room descriptions, seasonal offers, and blog posts yourself without calling me.

Custom Hotel Website

Every hotel website I build features custom layouts designed to showcase your property at its best — full-screen hero imagery, room galleries with lightbox viewing, and dedicated pages for each room type so guests can compare Standard, Superior, and Suite options side by side.

I optimise every image for web — proper compression, lazy loading, and responsive sizes — so your site loads fast without sacrificing visual quality. Over 60% of hotel bookings start on a mobile device, so every site is fully responsive and tested across iPhone, Android, tablet, and desktop.

Built on WordPress with an intuitive editor, you can update room descriptions, add seasonal offers, publish blog posts about local events, and manage your content without any technical knowledge.

Booking Engine Integration

I integrate your existing booking system — whether that’s Freetobook, eviivo, Beds24, SiteMinder, or another platform — directly into your website. Guests can check availability, view rates, and book without leaving your site. No redirects to third-party pages. No clunky iframes.

If you also list on OTAs, I can integrate your channel manager so bookings from any source update availability in real time — no double bookings, no manual updates. Your website becomes another distribution channel, but one where you keep 100% of the revenue.

SEO for Hotels

A stunning website means nothing if nobody can find it. Every hotel website I build includes local SEO setup targeting “boutique hotel + [your area]” searches, Google Business Profile optimisation, proper page titles and meta descriptions, schema markup for hotels, and blog setup for local content.

Want to outrank other accommodation providers in your area? I offer ongoing SEO retainers to build your visibility over time — content creation, link building, Google Business Profile management, and monthly reporting.

Branding and Logo Design

Refreshing your property’s visual identity or launching a new venue? I offer branding and logo design alongside my web design service — logo design, brand identity packages including colours, typography, and brand guidelines, plus business card and social media branding.

Many hotel owners combine a new website with a full brand refresh — it’s the most cost-effective way to launch with a cohesive, professional look that carries across your website, booking confirmations, signage, and printed materials.

Ecommerce for Gift Vouchers and Experiences

Gift vouchers and experience packages are a brilliant revenue stream for hotels. I build WooCommerce stores on WordPress — afternoon tea vouchers, spa day packages, dining experiences, and overnight stays — all with secure payment processing and automated delivery.

Product pages get proper SEO too, so your gift vouchers show up in Google search results. I’ll set everything up so you can manage orders and create new packages without needing technical knowledge.

Hosting and Ongoing Support

I offer managed hosting from £10/month — security updates, backups, plugin updates, uptime monitoring. Your site stays secure and online. Already have hosting? I can work with your existing setup. No mandatory monthly fees holding your website hostage.

The difference between working with me and a larger agency is simple: if something breaks, you can message me directly on WhatsApp — not a call centre, not a ticket queue. I’ll fix it.

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How I Build Your Hotel Website

Every website I build follows the same straightforward process — no jargon, no mystery, no drawn-out timelines.

1. Discovery Call
It starts with a free call. I’ll ask about your property, your ideal guests, what’s working and what isn’t, and what you need your website to do. By the end, you’ll have a clear idea of scope, timeline, and cost. I also offer a free mockup so you can see the direction before committing.

2. Design
I create a custom design mockup so you can see exactly what your site will look like before I build it. No generic templates — everything is designed around your brand, your property’s character, and the guests you want to attract. If you need branding or logo design as part of the project, I handle that first.

3. Build and SEO Setup
Once the design is approved, I build your site on WordPress — custom-coded, mobile responsive, and fast. Your booking engine gets integrated, and every page gets SEO setup from day one: page titles, meta descriptions, image alt text, local keyword targeting, and Google Business Profile optimisation.

4. Launch and Training
Before going live, I test everything across iPhone, Android, tablet, and desktop. On launch day, you get a training session so you can update room descriptions, add seasonal offers, and publish blog posts without needing to call me. I include 30 days of post-launch support as standard, and ongoing hosting and maintenance is available from £10/month.

The whole process typically takes 4-6 weeks for a standard hotel site, or 6-8 weeks for larger properties with extensive facilities, restaurant integration, and gift voucher sales.

Hotel Website Examples

I’ve built 55+ WordPress websites for businesses across Sussex and the UK, including hospitality and accommodation providers. Each site is custom-designed — no templates, no cookie-cutter layouts. Want to see what I can do? View my full portfolio.

Merson Digital
Website design for Merson Digital - London digital signage company
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Merson Digital

WordPress development for a London-based digital signage specialist with over 80 years of industry experience.
Faulks Ltd
Construction website design for Faulks Ltd in Hove
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Faulks Ltd

Website for a Hove construction and landscaping company, giving Tom a professional platform to showcase his work to potential clients.
Michael and Barbara Bell Foundation
Charity website design for sports funding foundation in Surrey
Michael and Barbara Bell FoundationCharity

Michael and Barbara Bell Foundation

Website for a Surrey sports funding charity, helping individuals and organisations access sport across Mole Valley, Reigate and Banstead.
Broadwater Roofing
Roofing company website design for Broadwater Roofing Worthing
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Broadwater Roofing

Modern website for a Worthing roofing company, showcasing their portfolio and reaching the local Broadwater community.
L&V Electrical
Electrician website design for L&V Electrical Worthing
L&V ElectricalElectrician

L&V Electrical

Website design and ongoing support for a Worthing electrical company, replacing an overpriced agency template with a site that actually ranks locally.
Pearson Keehan
Estate Agent Web Design Brighton
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Pearson Keehan

Website Development and Full Branding for the leading Estate Agent in Brighton and Hove

How Much Does a Hotel Website Cost?

Starter

From £800

Perfect for small B&Bs needing a clean, professional online presence.

  • Up to 5 pages
  • Room galleries with lightbox
  • Mobile responsive design
  • Contact form and click-to-call
  • Basic SEO setup
  • Image optimisation
  • Training and handover

Professional

From £1,500

For hotels needing booking engine integration, multiple room pages, and local SEO.

  • 8-15 pages
  • Booking engine integration
  • Individual room type pages
  • Restaurant and facilities sections
  • Google Business Profile setup
  • Local SEO targeting multiple areas
  • 30 days post-launch support

Ecommerce

From £2,000

For hotels wanting gift voucher sales, experience packages, or multi-facility platforms.

  • Full WooCommerce store
  • Gift voucher and experience sales
  • Payment processing (cards, PayPal, Apple Pay)
  • Channel manager integration
  • Restaurant and spa booking
  • SEO for all pages
  • Training and ongoing support

Every project gets a fixed quote upfront — no hourly billing, no surprise invoices. Get a free mockup before you commit, so you can see exactly what you’re getting.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you only work with hotels in Sussex?

No. While I’m based in Brighton, Sussex, I work with hotels, B&Bs, and accommodation providers across the UK. Most of my communication happens over Zoom and email. If you’re Sussex-based, I’m happy to visit your property in person.

Can you integrate my existing booking engine?

Yes. I work with all the popular hotel booking systems — Freetobook, eviivo, Beds24, SiteMinder, Little Hotelier, and more. I’ll embed your booking engine directly into your website so guests can check availability and book without leaving your site.

How long does a hotel website take to build?

4-6 weeks for most hotel websites. Simpler B&B sites with fewer rooms can be quicker. Larger hotels with extensive facilities, restaurant integration, and multiple room types may take 6-8 weeks. I’ll give you a clear timeline during our initial call.

Will a website really reduce my OTA commission costs?

Yes — that’s the primary goal. Every direct booking through your own website saves you 15-25% in OTA commission. Even shifting 20-30% of your bookings from OTAs to direct can save thousands per year. Combined with a best-rate guarantee and proper SEO, your website becomes your most cost-effective distribution channel.

Can I update room availability and pricing myself?

Your room availability and pricing are managed through your booking engine or channel manager — I integrate these so they display live data on your website automatically. For content updates like adding photos or publishing blog posts, I build on WordPress with an intuitive editor and train you during handover.

Can you build gift voucher sales into my hotel website?

Absolutely. I can integrate WooCommerce into your website so guests can purchase gift vouchers, afternoon tea packages, spa treatments, and other experiences directly online — with automated delivery and payment processing.

Trusted by Businesses Across Sussex

I’ve built 55+ WordPress websites and have 51 five-star reviews from businesses across Sussex and the UK. From boutique B&Bs to established hotels, my clients trust me to deliver websites that look professional and actually generate direct bookings.

Get in touch to discuss your hotel website project. Whether you need a simple B&B site or a full hotel platform with booking engine, restaurant integration, and gift voucher sales, I’ll give you an honest quote and a clear timeline.

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