iRiS Mobile Valet at Shore Hotel

July 4, 2014 - PRLog -- This unique eco-conscious hotel features state-of-the-art amenities, sustainably sourced décor, and unobstructed ocean views all within walking distance of downtown Santa Monica, the Santa Monica Pier and beaches.

Adapting to the BYOD trend, and in partnering with iRiS, the Shore Hotel now boasts the latest guest-facing technology. iRiS Mobile Valet replaces the traditional guest welcome pack (compendium) with up-to-date, live destination information such as the hotel menus, chef specials, spa treatments, local maps and attractions, festivals and events, opening times and even airport and flight information.

Being a MICROS partner, iRiS is able to integrate with MICROS Opera to enable guest verification ensuring and service requests are personalised for each guest. This is the first Mobile Valet joint deployment since the iRiS/MICROS strategic partnership was formalised in March.

“Shore Hotel is committed to modelling how sustainability and luxury can work together to create an incredible experience for our guests. iRiS guest facing technology is one of many measures we’ve taken to reduce our carbon footprint.” says Steve Farzam, CEO of the Shore Hotel.

The app delivers a world of opportunity for hoteliers to communicate with their guests before, during and after their stay, creating revenue opportunities previously unseen and offering guests a new world of convenience and control. Not only does the app bring hotel facilities and services to life, it also does so in any language, thus removing communication barriers and engaging with guests like never before and is available on both iOS and Android devices.

We’re very happy to be working with the Shore Hotel, our Mobile Valet app perfectly compliments the hotel’s eco-friendly and modern style.” commented Jason Jefferys, CEO of iRiS Software Systems.

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About iRiS Software Systems

* London-based iRiS Software Systems Ltd is an award-winning interactive guest services application creator, providing apps designed for hotels, cruise lines and restaurants. The iRiS applications are designed to improve the guest experience, increase revenues and reduce costs, improve communications between guests and staff and provide a smart marketing tool.  Both tablet and mobile phone applications are available

* iRiS Valet is the award-winning, interactive, multi-lingual guest services app.  The iRiS F&B Suite is a world-leading multi-lingual, digital menu, sommelier and bar application

* More than 200 hotels worldwide currently work with iRiS Software Systems.

* Luxury hotel group, Kempinski Hotels has selected iRiS Software as a key guest services technology provider and is installing iRiS applications across its worldwide network. iRiS works with other major hotel brands including: Mandarin Oriental, Orient Express, Starwood, Hilton, Accor, Swire, as well as with a number of independents.

* iRiS has representation across every continent with major offices in UK, USA and Asia. Countries with iRiS installations include: USA, Canada, UK, France, Germany, Austria, Hungary, Mauritius, Switzerland, China, Hong Kong, Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Russia, the UAE, India, Kenya, Malta, Turkey, Qatar and Australia

* iRiS won the 2012 Travolution Technological Innovation Award for its market-leading iRiS Valet application that allows guests to view hotel facilities and book services at the touch of a button. iRiS Web valet has also won 'Most Innovative Hospitality Technology of 2013' Runner-Up at the HTNG Awards 2014.

For further information visit: http://www.irisapps.com


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For more information please email: laura.barnes@irisvalet.com

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About Shore Hotel

Opened in October 2011 in Santa Monica, just steps from the Santa Monica Pier, 3rd Street Promenade, and the city’s popular beaches and shopping districts, Shore Hotel is the newest addition to the coastline—a LEED Gold (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certified property that offers eco-friendly accommodations with stunning views of the Pacific Ocean. Shore Hotel is the only property in the city of Santa Monica with this elite status. The AAA Four Diamond property boasts an open-air, U-shaped design with stainless steel-clad trellis, outdoor “living room,” with pool, cocktail bar, water feature, and patio dining at Blue Plate Taco. Amenities on property include a fitness center, state-of-the-art meeting and special event space, a business center, a four-level underground parking lot, and superb access to year-round leisure activities in Santa Monica, as well as the city’s beaches. To make a reservation at Shore Hotel, please visit www.shorehotel.com or call 800.599.1515.