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A Hotel Room Sharing Mobile App
About the Project
The project aimed to create a mobile app enabling solo travelers in the USA to share hotel rooms and split costs, reducing travel expenses. The client sought to validate this concept, understand its feasibility, and develop a basic app flow and wireframe.
Success Metrics
- Assess the feasibility of the idea in the USA market
- Outline the user journey and monetization strategy.
- Provide a preliminary app flow and wireframe for design.
Project Objectives
Goals
Help travelers save money on hotel expenses.Develop a profitable business model with a 5% commission on shared bookings
My Role
Conduct user research and testing. Design the user flow based on research findings. Create basic wireframes for the app.
Methodology
Result
The concept of sharing hotel rooms with strangers was entirely new, presenting unique challenges in user acceptance and safety. Matching users with compatible preferences (e.g., hotel star rating, travel dates) Implement a thorough verification process to ensure safety and compatibility. Collaborate with KAYAK for hotel data and booking integration to enhance the user experience.
