The Discounts module in the AdvanceCM mobile app allows you to create and manage promotional offers that help attract new guests and increase bookings. Discounts can be applied using Discount Codes or Length of Stay (LOS) Discounts, allowing you to offer savings based on promotional campaigns or longer booking durations.
Discounts List View
You can access the Discounts Module from the left-side menu in the app, under the Finances option.
Here, you will see your list of discounts.
Discounts Search Bar
Use the Search icon to locate a discount by entering its name in the search bar, as shown in the screenshot below.
Discounts Search Filters
Tap the Filters icon to search using various criteria such as discount type, rentals, channels, or date range. Select the desired fields and click Apply to filter the results.
Create a New Discount
Tap the blue icon on the Discounts List View as shown below.
Click Add Discount.
You can choose between creating a Discount Code or a LOS Discount.
LOS Discount (Length of Stay Discount)
Select the LOS Discount option to provide discounts based on the number of nights booked.
Fill in the required fields:
Type – Choose Flat or Percent. (Percentage discounts can be up to 100%.)
Modality – Choose whether the discount applies as a Flat amount or a Percentage of the booking total.
Name – Enter a clear, descriptive name for the LOS Discount so it’s easily identifiable in the list.
Description – Add a short description or note about the discount for reference.
Amount – Specify the value of the discount, either as a fixed amount or percentage, depending on the Type selected.
Length (Nights) – Minimum number of nights required for the discount to apply.
Guests – Minimum number of guests required for the discount to apply.
Optional settings:
Start and End Dates – Only applies to bookings starting within the selected date range.
For example, If the Start date is July 1st and the End date is September 1st, then the discount will only apply to bookings which start after July 1st or before September 1st. The discount will also be applied for bookings starting on July 1st or September 1st.Rentals – Apply to specific rentals; if none are selected, applies to all.
Channels – Apply to specific booking channels; if none are selected, applies to all.
Click Save to create the LOS Discount.
Discount Code
Select the Discount Code option and fill in the required fields such as:
Type (Flat or Percentage) – Choose whether the discount deducts a fixed amount or a percentage from the booking total.
Name – Enter a recognizable name for the discount to easily identify it in your list.
Description – Add notes or details about the purpose or conditions of the discount.
Amount – Specify the discount value based on the selected type (flat amount or percentage).
Max Uses – Set the maximum number of times this discount code can be used.
Optional settings:
Booking Total – Set a minimum booking amount required for the discount to apply.
Min Stay – Specify the minimum number of nights required to qualify for the discount.
Start – Select the date when the discount becomes active.
Expires – Select the date when the discount will no longer be valid.
Email – Restrict the discount to specific guest email addresses if needed.
Rental – Apply the discount to a specific rental. If not selected, the discount will apply to all rentals.
Once completed, click Save to create the discount code. The discount code will then be visible in the Discounts List View and can be applied when creating bookings.
Discounts Detail View
Tapping on any discount from the list will open the Discount Detail Overlay, which includes the following tabs:
Details – Information about the discount, including code, available code, type, amount, applicable rentals and and expiration date.
Activities – View and track discount usage.
Logs – All activity logs for this discount, including updates or changes, will be visible here.
Additional Discount Options
The Actions icon provides options such as editing, or deleting the discount.
