BellhopCo-Host

Oh, hello! πŸ‘‹

Otis, a small brass bell wearing a red velvet pillbox hat, waving

Hello, I’m Otis.

Think of me as the bellhop who never clocks off. Your guests ask, I answer, morning, noon and 3am. You only hear from me when it really matters.

Go on. Everyone does.

Get to know him

His staff file

The newest member of your team.

Otis is the AI co-host behind Bellhop. You give him the details of your place, your house rules and your favourite local spots. He takes it from there, on your guest page, in a friendly little chat.

Staff file Β· No. 001Otis
Position
Virtual bellhop (your AI co-host)
On duty
24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Never takes a lunch break.
Languages
Whatever your guests speak. They ask in Spanish, he answers in Spanish.
Made of
Polished brass, a walnut base and one red velvet pillbox hat
Good at
Wi-Fi passwords, local tips, keeping secrets
Not so good at
Carrying bags. He has tried.
Employee
of the month

A day in his life

Morning coffee to the night shift.

Here's an ordinary day for Otis at Rosehip Cottage, a little B&B run by Sue. Mostly he answers things so Sue doesn't have to. Once in a while, he rings her.

7:42amMorning
Otis holding a steaming mug of coffee

Morning! What's the Wi-Fi password?

OTISMorning! It's Rosehip-Guest, password honeysuckle. Breakfast is 8 to 9:30 in the conservatory.

Sue was still asleep. As she should be.

1:15pmAfternoon
Otis waving hello

Is there a good pub for Sunday lunch nearby?

OTISThe Plough, a 6 minute walk. Sue says the roast is the best in the village. Tap Nearby for directions.

Sue's own tips, shared like she'd share them.

7:30pmEvening
Otis beside a lit candle

Could we check out a bit later tomorrow?

OTISLate checkout until 12 is Β£15. I've asked Sue to confirm, and she'll be in touch shortly.

He asks, Sue decides. He never promises what isn't his to give.

1:58amNight shift
A sleepy Otis on the night shift

We've locked ourselves out 😩

OTISOh no, I'm sorry! I've rung Sue right now and she'll call you in a moment. Hang tight.

πŸ”” This one rings Sue's phone

The rest of the day's questions didn't need her at all.

His house rules

Six things Otis always does.

A good bellhop knows the place inside out, keeps a secret, and knows when to fetch the manager. So does Otis.

01

He never guesses

If it's not in what you've told him, he says he'll check with you, and asks you. No made-up door codes, prices or times.

02

He only rings when it matters

Lockouts, leaks and emergencies reach you straight away. Requests and the little things wait politely for you.

03

He keeps secrets

Door codes and key safes stay behind each guest's stay code, so only the people staying can see them.

04

He speaks their language

Guests ask in French, Japanese or Welsh, and he answers in kind. You only ever write your notes once.

05

He knows the neighbourhood

Your favourite pubs, walks and bakeries, with directions on a map. He recommends them the way you would.

06

He minds the small print

He won't promise refunds or freebies, he's careful with allergies, and he warns guests about payment scams.

Overheard at the front desk

Things guests ask Otis.

You've answered every one of these a hundred times. He's very happy to answer them a hundred more.

Say hello to Otis.

Chat with him at a demo B&B and ask him anything a guest would. Or give him a job at your place: it takes about two minutes.