Our origin

We translate hotel specs into clear comparison cards.

SmartLodgeDeals is a collective of hospitality strategists, rate analysts, and editors dedicated to documenting what each property actually offers—room counts, amenities, wellness access, and realistic rates.

18

researchers & editors

310

property cards published

48

spa programs verified

Mission

Give travelers a realistic picture of each hotel by listing room mixes, nightly averages, family perks, work features, and wellness circuits in plain language.

How we research

  • Inventory audits for room types, square footage, and layouts
  • Amenity verification through spa directors, concierge desks, and F&B leads
  • Connectivity tests for Wi-Fi throughput and workspace ergonomics

Deliverables

Every property receives a structured card covering nightly range, rooms available, signature amenities, sustainability notes, and traveler match (families, creatives, adventure, etc.).

Operating model

Data pod + field editors.

  • Data pod compiles rates, fees, and tax structures
  • Editors turn specs into easy-to-read hotel cards
  • Concierge desk phones properties to confirm perks
  • Partner team verifies regeneration + community pledges

Milestones

  • 2019

    First spreadsheet cataloging boutique room mixes and amenities.

  • 2021

    Launched Select Escapes with standardized property cards.

  • 2023

    Expanded Beyond the Map with sustainability verification.

  • 2025

    Introduced comparison tables covering workspace and wellness specs.