A Rate Category must be attached to each rate plan. This article shows you how to create and manage rate categories, including:
How To Access Rate Categories from the Rate Wizard
In the Rate Wizard Module
- Select the RATE CATEGORIES button
The Rate Categories tab of the Property Master window will appear
How To Create a New Rate Category
In the Rate Categories tab of the Property Master window
- Select the Add button
- Enter the following:
- Rate Category
- Description and Sort Order (optional - these are only used in the RoomKey eRes module)
- Select the Ok button
How To Edit an Existing Rate Category
In the Rate Categories tab of the Property Master window
- Select the Rate Category
- Select the Modify button
- Change any of the following:
- Rate Category, Description or Sort Order
- Select the Ok button
The ONLINE PROMOTION Rate Category is required for properties that use the RoomKey eRes Booking Engine and can not be modified.
How To Delete a Rate Category
In the Rate Categories tab of the Property Master window
- Select the Rate Category
- Select the Delete button
- In the Confirm window, select the Yes button
You cannot delete a Rate Category that is currently in use; you must remove it from each rate plan in the Rate Wizard before you follow the steps above to delete it.
Additionally, the ONLINE PROMOTION Rate Category is required for properties that use the RoomKey eRes Booking Engine and can not be deleted.