How we created
Hostal Juarez
Elevating a Hostel's Brand with User-Friendly Design and Interactive Features
About the Hostal Juarez Website
A Collaborative Effort to Showcase Hospitality
When the owner of Hostal Juarez first approached me, they shared specific challenges: the hostel relied heavily on third-party booking platforms that charged high fees, and their online presence didn’t capture the colorful and welcoming vibe of the hostel itself. The goal was clear—create a vibrant, inviting website to attract more direct bookings and reflect Hostal Juarez’s unique personality, ultimately saving on booking fees and providing a more personal booking experience.
Together with the Hostal Juarez team, we set out to create a website that highlights these unique qualities, providing guests with a taste of the hostel experience online. This collaboration extended to incorporating professionally shot visuals and a distinct design that resonates with the brand’s vibrant identity.
Key Deliverables and Features
Our collaboration led to a website that is both visually captivating and easy for the team at Hostal Juarez to manage. Built on Elementor, the platform allows the owner to make future updates with ease. We also developed two standout features:
1- Seamless Navigation App Integration: Using custom code, we implemented a function that automatically launches the user’s preferred navigation app (Maps for iOS or Google Maps for Android) for convenient, on-the-go directions. This feature enhances user experience by offering immediate, personalized navigation options, making it easier for guests to find Hostal Juarez without additional steps. The navigation integration aligns well with Hostal Juarez’s mission to provide a smooth, enjoyable experience from the moment guests begin their journey.
2- Interactive Mural Showcase: A frosted glass effect subtly interacts with a stunning on-site mural, giving visitors a glimpse of the hostel’s artistic charm while adding visual appeal across the website. This interactive design showcases the hostel’s vibrant personality and gives online visitors a preview of the welcoming, artful atmosphere they’ll experience in person.
Results and Impact
The final website exceeded the owner’s expectations, elevating Hostal Juarez’s online presence. Post-launch, the hostel’s Google ranking improved significantly, addressing a critical concern the owner had before development. This improved visibility has contributed to a steady increase in direct bookings, reducing the hostel’s dependency on third-party platforms and saving on booking fees. Now, potential guests searching for a hostel in Mexico City are more likely to discover Hostal Juarez organically, thanks to this new SEO-optimized website.
In addition, the website has become a central platform for brand engagement and guest interaction, reflecting the warmth and unique experience guests can expect at Hostal Juarez.
Xavier
I am extremely grateful for the work Edgar did for my hostel. The website has enabled clients to make reservations directly, helping us avoid high fees from booking companies and offering a more personal experience. Edgar worked efficiently and diligently, providing support and addressing any issues throughout the process. I highly recommend his services.