Key takeaways
- Staycore pricing is structured by vertical, not by a generic software menu.
- Hotels, shortlets, and F&B venues each have a different operational load and therefore different pricing logic.
- The live pricing page should be used as the source of truth for current rates.
- The real value in pricing is how much manual work and leakage the system removes.
Table of contents
- 1. How to read Staycore pricing correctly
- 2. Hotel plans: Essential, Growth, and Enterprise
- 3. Shortlet and F&B pricing follows the same logic
- 4. What you are really paying for
- 5. How to choose the right plan
- 6. How to think about implementation cost
- 7. How to choose the right price band
- 8. What pricing should communicate to the buyer
Article overview
Primary keyword
Staycore pricing
Category
Press
Location focus
Nigeria, Lagos, Abuja
Written by
Emmanuel Omobude
CEO
Leads Staycore with a focus on revenue control, operating discipline, and modern hospitality systems for Nigerian properties.
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View standardsHow to read Staycore pricing correctly
The most common mistake buyers make with hospitality software pricing is comparing numbers before comparing operational fit. Staycore does not price the same way a generic SaaS product might, because the work it supports is not generic. Rooms, units, outlets, staff workflows, and distribution logic all create different levels of operational load.
That is why the pricing page groups plans by vertical. It is a better reflection of how hospitality businesses actually run. The key question is not “What is the cheapest tier?” It is “What tier gives the business the right amount of control without paying for unnecessary complexity?”
Hotel plans: Essential, Growth, and Enterprise
Hotel pricing is anchored around room count and operational complexity. The current structure is designed to scale from smaller properties to larger operations without forcing the business to jump straight into enterprise overhead.
| Plan | Monthly | Yearly equivalent | Setup | Best fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | ₦40,000 | Discounted yearly rate | ₦75,000 one-time | Smaller hotels that need a strong core PMS and booking flow |
| Growth | ₦90,000 | Discounted yearly rate | See live pricing page | Growing hotels that need deeper distribution and operational automation |
| Enterprise | ₦180,000 | Discounted yearly rate | See live pricing page | Larger hotels and multi-property operations |
For the current rates and module depth, always verify against the live pricing page. Pricing changes should be treated as operational, not just commercial, because they affect implementation scope and support expectations.
Shortlet and F&B pricing follows the same logic
Shortlets are priced by unit count because the operational strain is different from a hotel. Fewer rooms can still mean multiple calendars, cleanings, turnovers, and guest communication layers. That is why the shortlet plan structure is Starter, Pro, and Portfolio.
F&B venues are priced by outlet structure and table load. A single outlet with a manageable table count is not the same as a multi-outlet operation with a heavier service rhythm. The pricing model reflects that difference instead of pretending all venues behave the same way.
- Shortlet Starter, Pro, and Portfolio map to different unit counts and automation depth.
- F&B Starter, Growth, and Group map to outlet count and table volume.
- Yearly billing brings a discount, which matters for operators with predictable cash flow.
What you are really paying for
The useful way to evaluate Staycore pricing is to look at what it replaces. If the system reduces manual reconciliation, trims leakage, speeds up check-in, aligns housekeeping, and improves the quality of reporting, the monthly fee should be judged against the cost of not having those controls.
That is why pricing should be reviewed with the demo and the product fit in mind. If you want to understand the operating value behind the numbers, read the profitability guide and then compare the workflows in the demo article.
For direct booking strategy and guest experience, pairing pricing with the booking engine guide gives the right commercial context.
How to choose the right plan
The best plan is the one that matches the business model today while leaving enough room to grow. A smaller hotel should not pay for a setup it cannot use yet, but it should also not choose a plan that forces an upgrade the moment the operation gets busier.
| Decision point | Good sign | Weak sign |
|---|---|---|
| Small property | Core PMS, booking flow, and housekeeping discipline are covered without unnecessary overhead | You are paying for enterprise depth you will not use |
| Growing property | Distribution, automation, and reporting are strong enough to support scale | The plan forces you to patch missing modules with other tools |
| Large or multi-property group | Governance, access control, and support can handle more complexity | The product becomes a bottleneck as the business expands |
How to think about implementation cost
The monthly fee is only one part of the purchase. A serious buying decision also includes setup time, training, implementation support, and the cost of getting the team comfortable with the new workflow.
- Setup: Confirm whether the deployment covers property structure, roles, rates, and operational walkthroughs.
- Training: Make sure the people who will use the system daily are actually trained before go-live.
- Adoption: Budget time for the early weeks when the team is still moving from old habits to new control.
How to choose the right price band
A good pricing decision starts with the property stage. If the hotel is small and focused, the goal is to get enough control without paying for modules that sit idle. If the hotel is growing, the question is whether the plan can absorb more reporting, more access control, and more operational depth without a second migration later.
| Question | What a strong answer looks like |
|---|---|
| Do we need all modules now? | Not always. Pay for the controls you will actually use in the next 12 months. |
| Will this scale? | Yes, without forcing a disruptive system change when occupancy or portfolio size grows. |
| Is the price tied to a real workflow? | Yes, not just to a feature checklist. |
That is why the live pricing page should be read with the demo and the rollout conversation. The number alone is not the product; the operating fit is.
What pricing should communicate to the buyer
Good software pricing should do more than state a fee. It should help the buyer understand what kind of business the product is meant for, how the system scales, and where the implementation effort really sits. When pricing is transparent, the buyer can compare the real cost of control instead of comparing empty headline numbers.
| Signal | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Vertical-specific pricing | It mirrors the way hospitality businesses actually operate. |
| Clear upgrade path | The buyer can plan growth without guessing the next move. |
| Visible setup cost | Implementation is part of the commercial reality, not a surprise later. |
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
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Next step
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Use the live calculator and plan breakdown to match Staycore to your room count, unit count, or outlet structure.
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