A story about a banned Meta account is making the rounds in digital marketing circles. It's a perfect lesson in why the hotels Codero works with will never have that problem.

Published by Codero | Scottish Hospitality | Edinburgh hotels Edinburgh Festival 2026 The Edinburgh Festival Fringe returns from 7–31 August 2026 (How Exciting!) the world's largest arts festival, filling the city with over 3,000 shows across hundreds of venues. If you're planning to attend, where you stay matters. Skip the chains. These ten independent and boutique hotels will put you right in the heart of it. Why Stay Independent During the Fringe? During Festival season,

By Graeme , Codero Ltd · (4 min read) If someone hears about your hotel through a friend, or spots it on Instagram, or reads a glowing review on TripAdvisor, where do they go next? They Google you, and what they find in those first few seconds shapes whether they book direct, click away, or end up on Booking.com and hand you a 15–20% commission instead. That moment....the one where a curious stranger becomes a paying guest happens on your website. Or it doesn't happen at all

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When the leaves start to turn and the air gets crisp, it’s the perfect time to refresh your boutique hotel’s online presence. Autumn brings a unique charm that your website should capture to attract guests looking for a cozy, memorable stay. I’ve worked closely with small to medium hotel owners and managers, and I know how important it is to have a website that not only looks inviting but also drives bookings directly. Let’s dive into how you can design an engaging boutique h