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Hotels & hospitality Monetization

Hotel Wi-Fi monetization for guest areas

Hotels and resorts may be able to use compatible guest-area Wi-Fi for carrier-funded offload alongside their existing guest service. IDCTS assesses coverage, network control and spare capacity first; a guest-room AP count is not a revenue estimate.

New to this model? See how Wi-Fi monetization works for venue owners.

What we review for hotels & hospitality

An initial venue-fit review considers these requirements; no site is automatically eligible:

Consistent guest turnover and overnight stays

Property-wide Wi-Fi coverage including guest rooms and common areas

Compatible enterprise access points and network configuration, subject to technical review

Transparent Terms

Under the current IDCTS program, qualifying venues receive a 50% share of eligible attributed offload revenue, subject to program terms and carrier approval, with no monetization program fees. Existing equipment may be usable after review; compatibility and earnings are not guaranteed. Optional managed Wi-Fi work is separate.

Guest connectivity stays the priority

A hotel assessment considers where guests spend time and whether existing coverage and capacity can support a separate carrier offload configuration without assuming every room or device qualifies.

Guest rooms and shared spaces

Review coverage across rooms, lobby and meeting spaces alongside actual device usage and available backhaul.

Property network control

Confirm who can authorize changes when Wi-Fi is managed by a brand, owner or outside provider; guest access and operational systems need a site-specific separation review.

Hotels & hospitality questions

Does hotel offload replace the guest Wi-Fi login?

No. Carrier offload is for eligible supported subscribers on an approved configuration, distinct from the guest Wi-Fi experience.

Can a hotel with managed Wi-Fi apply?

Yes, an authorized owner or operator can request a review, but the network provider's permissions, equipment capabilities and commercial approvals must be confirmed.

Is room occupancy enough to estimate revenue?

No. Eligible attributed traffic depends on supported devices, carrier approval, coverage and network performance; occupancy is not a payout forecast.

Request a complimentary venue-fit assessment

Multi-location intake

Complimentary Venue Assessment

Could your existing Wi-Fi qualify for carrier-funded revenue? We’ll review your location, network details, and usage potential—at no cost.

Request an assessment for one venue or multiple locations. This is an initial fit review, not a security audit, carrier approval, or earnings guarantee.

Add one row per site and equipment group. Split mixed AP vendors or indoor/outdoor placement into separate rows. You can submit partial details for initial review.