Sunday, September 10, 2023

Why Rex Is the Go-To Bowling Reservation System for Your Center

Joshua Sadigh

Managing a bowling center requires juggling numerous operational tasks simultaneously. Rex Reservations is designed to keep things running smoothly, increase your revenue, and make the guest experience unforgettable.

Sell More Lanes, Never Overbook

Real-time lane availability prevents double-bookings and missed sales opportunities. With Rex, every reservation is reflected instantly across all channels, so you're always operating at full capacity without the risk of scheduling conflicts.

Trusted by Leading Bowling Centers Nationwide

Facilities like Punch Bowl Social, FatCats, and SpareTime rely on Rex, demonstrating proven performance with high-volume centers. These venues trust Rex to handle their most complex booking scenarios day in and day out.

Tailored for the Bowling Experience

The platform customizes pricing models — per lane, per guest, or age-based — and allows buffer time configuration between reservations. Unlike generic booking systems, Rex was built with bowling center operations in mind.

Increase Revenue with Upselling Features

Add-on suggestions during booking (extra game time, shoe rentals, food packages) boost transaction values and give guests more of what they love. Upsells happen naturally during the booking flow, not as an afterthought.

Multi-Activity Booking

Guests can reserve multiple offerings simultaneously — bowling lanes, party rooms, arcade credits — extending stays and increasing spending per visit.

Deliver an Unmatched Guest Experience

Automated confirmations with lane assignments reduce staff phone calls and give guests peace of mind before they arrive. They know exactly where to go and what to expect.

Flexible Payment Options

Customizable deposit percentages accommodate different booking types — collect full payment for standard reservations or partial deposits for large group events. Rex integrates seamlessly with Stripe for secure, reliable payments.

What Splitsville Has to Say

With REX, we've seen an increase in our bookings, as well as an increase in revenue. — Emily Manwaring, Splitsville Lanes Owner

Powerful Tools for Your Entire Team

The Host App manages reservations and walk-in check-ins from a single calendar view. Marketing features enable targeted campaigns for weekday specials, league nights, and seasonal offers. Operations teams access real-time reporting on bookings, revenue, and guest metrics.

Key Features for Bowling Centers

Rex delivers customizable booking pages, dynamic pricing and flexible rules, configurable buffer times, the Host App for staff management, party package customization, add-ons and upsells, and membership programs that keep your best customers coming back.