Automated Hotel Cleaning – Case Study from the Swiss Alps
In hospitality, cleanliness is more than a standard – it’s part of the guest experience. But how can hotels maintain that standard in the face of labor shortages, seasonal peaks, and rising ESG expectations? The answer might be quieter and more efficient than expected: a cleaning robot.
A 5-star hotel in the Swiss Alps recently embraced this approach. The challenge: a large reception area, a busy breakfast restaurant, an industrial kitchen, an underground spa, and five guest room floors. During ski season especially, this meant snow and dirt in the lobby, constant cleaning demands, and visible cleaning staff working during service hours.
The Situation
- Manual vacuuming and mopping throughout the building
- Hours of daily cleaning in the breakfast area and lobby
- High use of water and detergent in kitchen and restaurant
- Wet floors and warning signs during guest traffic
- Overburdened staff during high occupancy
The Solution: A Robonnement Cleaning Robot
The hotel deployed a Pudu CC1 floor cleaning robot, operated via Robonnement’s subscription model at CHF 850 per month. Its daily routine is both simple and impactful:
- Night: full kitchen cleaning
- After breakfast: cleaning of the entire breakfast room
- Midday: floor washing in the reception and lobby
- Evening: hallway cleaning on guest floors, by elevator or manually assisted
The robot navigates autonomously, operates quietly, and leaves dry floors instantly – no more caution signs.
The Results
- Over 7 hours of manual cleaning saved every day
- ~50% less water and detergent consumption
- Improved air quality and floor hygiene throughout the property
- Relieved housekeeping staff, with more time for detail work
- Better guest experience through discreet, consistent cleanliness
Why It Works
Robots like the Pudu CC1 deliver consistent results – no fatigue, no absences, no compromise. They integrate seamlessly into daily operations and extend the capability of existing teams.
Hotels with high standards for cleanliness, guest satisfaction, and sustainability benefit the most:
- No upfront investment, just a predictable monthly rate
- Automatic ESG data tracking (water usage, CO2, coverage)
- Modern image boost through visible, quiet innovation
Robonnement: The Robot-as-a-Service Platform
Robonnement is not just a product – it’s a full-service robotics platform in Switzerland. Clients rent cleaning robots via subscription, including:
- Setup, programming, and onboarding
- Full service & support
- Device swap within 24h if issues arise
- Live dashboard with ESG tracking
Our solutions are already in use across hotels, food production sites, and industrial facilities. Recognized by the Swiss Digital Economy Award, we’re redefining cleaning with intelligent automation.
Conclusion: Five-Star Hygiene, Delivered by Robot
This example shows how a single cleaning robot can elevate an entire hotel’s standard of cleanliness. Guests simply notice: it’s clean, dry, and fresh. Behind the scenes? A discreet assistant delivering five-star hygiene, every day.
Discover more at www.robonnement.com or contact us to explore what this solution might look like in your facility.
