Enhancing Hotel Guest Parking with Digital Permits and Enforcement: ParkStash’s Success at Embassy Suites by Hilton Corpus Christi
Discover how ParkStash revolutionized parking at Embassy Suites by Hilton Corpus Christi—swapping tags for digital permits in just 3 seconds, with 24/7 enforcement. Read on to learn how this solution is transforming hotel guest experiences.
Parking might not be the first thing you think of when you picture a great hotel stay, but it can make or break a guest’s experience. At Embassy Suites by Hilton Corpus Christi, a hotel run by ZJZ Hospitality, Inc., parking used to be a real hassle—until ParkStash came into the picture. With our digital permits and round-the-clock enforcement software, we’ve turned a headache into a smooth process. Here’s how we did it, and why we’re starting to see more hotels jump on board.
The Old Way: Tags, Stress, and Crowded Lots
Before ParkStash, Embassy Suites had a parking system that sounded simple but wasn’t. Guests would check in, get a physical tag from the front desk, and stick it in their car. Easy enough, right? Not really. The staff had to hand out those tags, keep track of them, and deal with the inevitable mix-ups—lost tags, forgotten tags, you name it. It was extra work no one had time for.
Then there was the bigger problem: people who weren’t even staying at the hotel parking in the lot. Guests would pull in, ready to relax, only to find no spots left. For a company like ZJZ Hospitality, which prides itself on making hotel management painless for property owners, this was a thorn in their side.
ParkStash: Digital Permits That Actually Work
We brought something different to Embassy Suites—a digital parking permit system that cuts out the clutter. Here’s what it looks like in action:
Scan and Go: Guests pull up, scan a QR code, and bam—they’ve got a digital permit tied to their stay. No stopping by the desk, no paper tags to fuss with.
Smart Limits: The permit lasts up to 3 days and syncs with checkout times, so cars don’t linger past their welcome. It keeps the lot moving.
Hands-Off for Staff: Everything’s online, so the front desk team can skip the parking chores and focus on what they do best—helping guests.
It’s simple, and it works. Guests love how quick it is, and the hotel staff aren’t stuck playing parking tag police anymore.
Cracking Down on Unauthorized Parking
The digital permits were only half the fix. To deal with those random cars taking up space, we rolled out our Enforcer software. It’s a tool that keeps watch 24/7 using license plate recognition—think of it like a parking lot bouncer. Here’s what it’s done:
Catches the Rule-Breakers: It checks every plate against the permit list. No match? It flags the car and issues a violation. No arguing, no delays.
Clears the Lot: After we started this at Embassy Suites, the outsiders stopped showing up. Word got around that parking there without permission doesn’t fly.
Keeps Things Safe: Fewer strange cars hanging around means a more secure lot, which is huge for guests who want to feel at ease.
Now, the parking spaces are there for the people who actually belong—hotel guests. It’s a practical solution to a problem hotels know all too well.
Tools That Put Managers in Control
We didn’t stop at permits and enforcement. ParkStash also gives the hotel team a way to see what’s going on in the lot, whenever they want. The analytics dashboard is straightforward but powerful:
Who’s There: Managers can pull up a list of every car, see which room it’s tied to, and check its permit—all in real time.
Set the Rules: They can tweak things, like putting a cap on how long cars can stay, to fit the hotel’s setup.
Know the Patterns: The data shows when the lot’s full or quiet, helping them plan better.
For the folks at ZJZ Hospitality running Embassy Suites, this means no more guesswork. They’ve got the info they need to keep the lot humming along.
Why Hotels Are Liking This More and More
What we pulled off at Embassy Suites isn’t just a one-off—it’s a sign of how ParkStash fits the hotel world. We’re built for places that want parking to be easy for guests and painless for staff. In Corpus Christi, Texas, we’re showing how well it works in a busy hotel market. And as we team up with more properties like those under ZJZ Hospitality, we’re bringing this fix to hotels everywhere.
A Better Way to Handle Hotel Parking
Our time at Embassy Suites by Hilton Corpus Christi proves that digital permits, steady enforcement, and a clear view of the lot can solve parking problems for good. If you’re a hotel dealing with crowded lots, staff burnout, or guests who can’t find a spot, ParkStash might be what you’re looking for.
Ready to make parking a breeze at your hotel? Get in touch with us today. Whether you’re in Corpus Christi or across the country, we’d love to show you how our system can help—just like it did for Embassy Suites and ZJZ Hospitality. Book a demo today to transform your parking operations.
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