Hotel Revenue Glossary · Forecasting

Booking Window Analysis

The systematic study of when guests book relative to their arrival date, segmented by guest type, channel, and day of week. This analysis reveals the typical reservation pattern and helps determine the optimal timing for pricing changes and promotional launches.

Why it matters: Booking window analysis tells you when to act. If corporate travelers for your market book 2-3 weeks out, rate changes made 45 days out have no effect on that segment. Aligning pricing decisions to booking window patterns dramatically improves their effectiveness.

All glossary terms Booking Window (Lead Time) Lead Time Distribution Market Segment