If you run a guesthouse, lodge, B&B, or boutique hotel in Southern Africa, managing your bookings manually can be a real headache — especially when you’re listed on multiple platforms like Airbnb and Booking.com. That’s where Property Management Systems (PMS) like Knightsbridge step in.
💻 What is Knightsbridge?
Often referred to as Knightsbridge PMS or Knightsbridge Reservation System, this locally-built platform helps small hospitality businesses streamline their operations by centralizing bookings, rates, and availability across multiple Online Travel Agents (OTAs) such as:
✅ Booking.com
✅ Airbnb
✅ Agoda
✅ Expedia
✅ and others
⚙️ Key Features:
Real-time calendar syncing
Central dashboard for all reservations
Automatic rate updates across channels
OTA integration (no double bookings!)
🌐 How to Use Knightsbridge with Your WordPress Website
While Knightsbridge doesn’t offer a native WordPress plugin, it does offer a very useful workaround.
📥 How it works:
Log in to your Knightsbridge portal.
Generate your booking engine embed code (HTML snippet).
Embed it on your WordPress site using one of these:
A Custom HTML block in the Gutenberg editor
A raw HTML widget in Elementor or Divi
A popup modal or dedicated booking page
This allows visitors to book directly via your site — with real-time availability synced from your PMS.
💰 What Does It Cost?
Knightsbridge is competitively priced for small to medium-sized properties in South Africa.
Not ready for a full PMS yet? No problem. You can still manage bookings manually with this budget-friendly stack:
Amelia or WP Booking System plugin (WordPress)
Yoco / Paystack / PayFast for payment collection
Google Calendar to track room availability
Trello / Notion for task and guest management
🏁 Final Thoughts
If you’re running a hospitality business in South Africa, investing in a proper PMS like Knightsbridge can drastically reduce admin stress, minimize double bookings, and help you grow your online visibility.
It’s affordable, integrates well with WordPress, and connects seamlessly with top OTAs. Whether you’re running a five-room B&B or a busy safari lodge, there’s a solution out there that matches your needs and budget.
Need help embedding a booking engine on your site or choosing the right PMS for your lodge or guesthouse? Let’s chat! I offer full web setup, consulting, and automation support tailored for small hospitality brands in SA. 🌿
