Here you set up the Room Types for the account. Room Types can be used as part of the definition of Accommodation Blocks at the event.
> Note: Room Types must exist before you can add any Accommodation Blocks to an event.
> Note: These room types are recorded at the account level. Room types added here are then available in any event.
Account Room Types
The room types currently set up in are listed in a table with the following columns.
- Room Code
- Description
- Occupancy
- Action
The table “Action” column includes two icons:
- Edit room type. (See note below.)
- Delete room type. (See note below.)
To show room types that have been deleted, click Show Inactive. The Actions column then includes Restore Room Type instead of Delete. The Show Inactive button becomes “Hide Inactive”.
To add a new room type: Type values in these three fields below the list of room types. Click Save room type.
Video: Add Room Type (30 sec.)
Room Code
- (Required) The unique code identifying this room type.
This unique code is used in the planner's reports and select lists.
Example: “DBL”.
Description
- (Required) The description or “name” of this room type.
This description is used in registration forms and email messages.
Example: “Double Room”.
Occupancy
- (Required) Select the maximum number of occupants from the drop-down list.
The drop-down list range is 1 - 10.
Notes re Editing or Deleting Room Types
- If you change the name of a room type, the new name is reflected in all events in which the room type is used.
- You cannot change the Occupancy of a room type, or delete a room type, if it is already in use.
You would need to delete all associated accommodation blocks first.