Digital hotel key
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Digital Key allows guests to go to their room without stopping to talk to staff – saving time for everyone. Our contactless check-in technology means no waiting in line, no plastic keycards and no delays.
Digital Key allows guests to go to their room without stopping to talk to staff – saving time for everyone. Our contactless check-in technology means no waiting in line, no plastic keycards and no delays.
Contactless
Immediate room access upon arrival without the need for staff support.
Time-efficient
Automate repetitive tasks and unnecessary arrival admin.
No keycards
Reduce the cost and security risks of lost, stolen or broken keycards.
Unified experience
Fully integrated with Mews Hospitality Cloud.
Deliver a remarkable experience from the moment the guest sets foot in your hotel.
Easy setup before arrival
No login required
Shareable with the group
Guide guests to their room
Turn traditional, time-consuming check-ins into a seamless digital experience, eliminating front desk friction and labor shortage pains.
Reduce the work for staff
Set your own rules
Update with ease
Add your photo
Digital Key is built with leading technology, ensuring it's the safest option for guests.
Powered by Bluetooth
Enhanced property security
Key sharing only with those who need it
Guaranteed access – even offline
Frictionless journey
Digital Key seamlessly integrates with Mews PMS and Mews Guest Portal – from online check-in to direct room access, all in a single flow.
Future-proof solution
Our Digital Key is compatible with all Vingcard bluetooth enabled door locks. Compatibility with other door lock providers is planned for the near future.
One vendor partner
One software provider means one point of contact for all your admin, support and billing needs, as well as greater product compatibility.
Ongoing support
With dedicated customer support that prioritizes your peace of mind, our service is designed to ensure security and reliability.
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Pre-arrival
The guest initiates the online check-in flow and completes pre-arrival tasks in an easy flow.
02
Digital Key app
An app clip is shared with the guest to access the Digital Key app – no need to visit the App Store.
03
During stay
After activating the key, the guest can conveniently share it with their reservation group.
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Post-stay
At the end of check-out, access is automatically revoked on all devices to ensure security.
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FAQs
A digital key is a convenient and secure way for guests to access their hotel rooms using their smartphones. When you check in digitally, the hotel sends a notification to your smartphone, allowing you to use the digital key until you check out. Unlike traditional keys or plastic key cards, which can be easily copied, lost, or stolen, digital keys significantly reduce the risks of unauthorized room access.
A hotel digital key streamlines the guest experience and modernizes hotel stays, enhancing both convenience and security. With a digital key, guests can bypass the front desk and go directly to their rooms upon arrival, saving time. Digital keys eliminate the need for physical key cards, reducing the risk of loss. Additionally, they can be managed through a mobile phone, providing easy access and the ability to share keys with others.
Guests are invited via a link or application to use their phone to digitally open their room door. This could by through the internet for cloud based door locks, via Near Field Communication (NFC) or Bluetooth. Our Digital Key uses Bluetooth and a mobile application to communicate with Bluetooth enabled door locks; the guest only needs to tap their phone near the lock to unlock it. Access is configured based on your door configurations and the reservation in Mews.
To get Digital Key from Mews, you should first verify that you have compatible door locks with your door lock provider. Once confirmed, you can visit the Mews Marketplace and purchase the Digital Key add-on. After some brief configuration you'll be ready for your guests to open doors with their phones.
Our Digital Key is compatible with all Vingcard bluetooth enabled door locks. Compatibility with other door lock providers is planned for the near future.
The reservation owner can share Digital Key invites with other guests in their reservation directly from the Digital Key app. Guests only need to tap the 'Share' icon in the app and can send a link via their preferred communication method. Key sharing is limited to a maximum of the number of guests on the reservation to help maintain security.
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