ROI Case Study: Temi-Go in a London Hotel
Executive Summary
When a boutique London hotel deployed the Temi-Go service robot, management expected modest improvements in guest experience. What they discovered instead was a transformative investment that delivered measurable returns across operations, guest satisfaction, and staff efficiency within just six months.
This case study examines the real-world financial impact of integrating autonomous robotics into hospitality operations, demonstrating how forward-thinking hotels can leverage automation to enhance service delivery while controlling costs.
The Challenge
The 120-room hotel in Central London faced familiar hospitality pressures: rising labour costs, inconsistent service delivery during peak periods, and the need to differentiate in a competitive market. Guest surveys revealed frustration with wait times for amenity deliveries and inconsistent communication about hotel services.
Management needed a solution that could handle routine tasks without replacing the personal touch that defines quality hospitality.
The Temi-Go Solution
The hotel implemented a single Temi-Go robot for a six-month trial period. The autonomous robot was programmed to handle room deliveries of toiletries, towels, and light amenities, provide wayfinding assistance in the lobby, and offer multilingual information about hotel facilities and local attractions.
Initial investment included the robot unit, integration with the hotel’s management system, and staff training on deployment protocols.
Measurable Results
Operational Efficiency Gains
Within three months, the Temi-Go robot was completing an average of 35 delivery tasks per day, freeing housekeeping and front desk staff to focus on higher-value guest interactions. Staff reported 40 percent reduction in time spent on routine amenity runs, translating to approximately 15 additional labour hours per week redirected to personalized service.
The robot’s autonomous navigation meant no dedicated operator was needed, with staff simply loading items and selecting destinations via tablet interface.
Guest Satisfaction Improvements
Post-stay surveys showed notable increases in satisfaction metrics. Guest ratings for “speed of service” improved by 28 percent, while “innovation and technology” ratings jumped 45 percent. Several reviews specifically mentioned the robot as a memorable feature that enhanced their stay.
The novelty factor proved particularly strong with families and business travelers, with many guests requesting photos and interactions with the robot.
Financial Return
The quantified six-month returns included labour cost savings of approximately £12,000 through task reallocation, estimated revenue impact of £8,000 from improved satisfaction scores and repeat bookings, and reduced delivery errors saving roughly £1,500 in compensatory gestures.
Against the initial investment and operational costs, the hotel calculated a breakeven timeline of 18 months, with clear positive ROI projected from month 19 onwards.
Intangible Benefits
Beyond measurable metrics, management noted improved staff morale as team members appreciated being freed from repetitive tasks. The robot also generated significant social media engagement, with guests sharing videos and photos that provided organic marketing value estimated at several thousand pounds in equivalent advertising spend.
Implementation Insights
Success required careful planning around workflow integration. The hotel found optimal results by limiting the robot to specific tasks and timeframes, avoiding guest corridors during quiet hours and peak traffic periods. Staff training emphasized collaboration rather than replacement, positioning the robot as a tool that enhanced their ability to deliver exceptional service.
Technical reliability proved strong, with the robot maintaining 97 percent uptime and requiring minimal maintenance beyond routine cleaning and software updates.
Scalability Considerations
Following the successful trial, management is exploring expansion to multiple units across their property portfolio. The proven ROI model has made internal approval significantly easier, with clear data supporting broader deployment.
Key to scalability will be standardizing integration protocols and developing centralized monitoring systems to manage multiple robots across locations.
Why This Matters for Your Business
This case demonstrates that hospitality robotics has moved beyond experimental novelty to deliver genuine business value. The Temi-Go robot succeeded because it addressed real operational pain points while enhancing rather than diminishing the guest experience.
For hotels, restaurants, and event venues considering automation, this case provides a roadmap: identify high-frequency, low-complexity tasks that consume staff time, implement robots as collaborative tools rather than replacements, and measure impact across both hard metrics and guest perception.
Getting Started with Robot Integration
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The data presented in this case study represents actual deployment results. Individual results may vary based on facility size, operational requirements, and implementation approach. Contact our consulting team to discuss projected outcomes for your specific situation.
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