... to the smart hotel marketing group for outstanding independent hotels.

Small Elegant Hotels is a worldwide hotel network of small independently-owned and exceptionally managed hotels. We provide online and off-line marketing with an international guest loyalty program and introduce our member hotels to thousands of new and repeat guests. Prospective hotel guests are more likely to book a member of the Small Elegant Hotels than a non-member hotel. Our name is recognized worldwide adding value to hotels and their websites. To insure quality we work with guest feed back and individual quality checks targeting cleanliness, friendliness and overall atmosphere. Thus we keep membership fees low and profitable.

To become a member each hotel has to meet certain criteria for size (less than 200 rooms), price, cleanliness, ambience, friendliness, and overall atmosphere.

Our Membership Program includes
the online presentation of your hotel with link to your home page
a reservation inquiry form which emails all reservation inquiries directly to your email address
(online booking or using your existing online reservation system is available on request)
a full-page color presentation of your hotel in the printed guidebooks every year
(including pictures, description, features, room rates, contact information and more)
free guidebooks for your hotel rooms
the distribution and a distribution network for the guidebooks
a VIP program with income opportunities
the Small Elegant Hotels member sign for your hotel entrance
the Small Elegant Hotels flag (on request) for your hotel entrance
the Small Elegant Hotels desk flag (on request) for your reception or office desk
an email campaign to introduce your hotel to over 40,000 potential guests
the linked SEH seal on your home page to add value to your hotel and your website
a guest referral program, free customer support and many other advantages

There is no commission to pay, guests book directly with your hotel.
The membership can be cancelled at any time.

Small Elegant Hotels provides a leverage effect through link exchanges and referrals with hundreds of member hotels 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Each member hotel will reach a wide audience of the exact guest group it is looking for.

We give small independent hotels the opportunity to be found and recognized by partnering with a strong and growing network as well as a name that is well known worldwide.

Properties with the addition Member of Small Elegant Hotels provide quality and individual service for a great rate, without losing the personal, homey and elegant touch of a small hotel.

Nowadays independent properties need to join a global network to stay competitive.
Small Elegant Hotels offers identity, marketing and recognition for an independent hotel that 
would not be possible on its own.

"We are stronger in a partnership!"

To join in, please click here for membership prices and options.

Thank you again for your interest in joining Small Elegant Hotels, the smart marketing network for small elegant hotels.


Yours Sincerely,


Stefan Ehrenberg, President & Founder
info@smalleleganthotels.com