Assa Abloy Upgrades Celtic Collection's Hotel Room Locks and Keys

Dark/Light Mode (02/08/23)  Celtic Collection, a South Wales-based operator of unique hotels and resorts, recently partnered with Assa Abloy to upgrade VingCard Classic locks to include RFID security abilities at several properties, and install VingCard Signature RFID locks for the brand’s recently constructed locations, each enabled with Mobile Access.

Aiming to streamline and boost the effectiveness of its security access operations, the Celtic Collection opted to perform a full upgrade of its VingCard Classic locks to VingCard Classic RFID at both The Celtic Manor Resort and Coldra Court Hotel.

Tower Suite Bedroom at the Parkgate Hotel in Cardiff, Wales

Designed to be scalable and future-proof, VingCard Classic locks are able to be upgraded with RFID capabilities without requiring an extensive and costly overhaul of existing lock hardware.

With the presence of RFID-enabled readers, Celtic Collection now benefits from enhanced security encryption technology that protects against keycard cloning and unauthorized room access.

Switching to RFID-based keycards also eliminates the risk of guest keycards becoming demagnetized that can result in a drop in satisfaction rates, when guests find they no longer work properly.

The upgrades at The Celtic Manor Resort and Coldra Court Hotel also include the installation of satin brass and gothic lever door handles in order to combine advanced security with an attractive exterior design.

For its recently constructed locations, including Ty Hotel Milford Haven and Parkgate Hotel Cardiff (pictured above), Celtic Collection’s adoption of VingCard Signature RFID provides the same enhanced security capabilities while featuring a sleek, minimalistic design able to blend in seamlessly with any hotel environment.

Both VingCard Classic RFID and VingCard Signature RFID installations have further leveraged each lock solution’s compatibility with Mobile Access in order to provide guests with a modern and instantly convenient alternative to checking-in and gaining guestroom access.

Able to function as a standalone solution or be integrated with existing hotel systems and services, Mobile Access at Celtic Collection locations is made available to guests via the MyCheck app.

From their personal devices, guests seeking a hassle-free arrival experience can check-in electronically and receive a digital room key that converts their device into a secure and effortless means of gaining instant room access.

“The Celtic Collection prides itself on delivering exceptional guest service and experiences, which can realistically only be achieved by supporting operations and staff with new advances in technology,” said Declan Bloomer, IT Service Delivery Manager at The Celtic Collection. “Over the course of our long-term relationship with Assa Abloy Global Solutions, the company has always proven that it has both the advanced tools and support necessary to live up to guest expectations for a safe and enjoyable stay. We look forward to more of our guests experiencing the enhanced security and convenience that RFID-based VingCard locks and Mobile Access can provide.”

Both VingCard door locks and Mobile Access are supported by the Visionline access management system at each of Celtic Collection’s properties.

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