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Item Análisis comparativo de la aplicación de buenas prácticas de Turismo Sostenible en las Hosterías Live the Life y Aventura Park en el cantón Girón, acorde a la Guía Rainforest Alliance 2005(Universidad de Cuenca, 2021-04-23) Cochancela Quizhpi, Carmen Catalina; Naula Morocho, Diana Elizabeth; Galarza Torres, Marcela AlexandraNowadays, the tourism industry has become one of the most important sectors for the country's economy; however, adequate planning and management is needed to achieve its sustainable development. Hotel activity should implement an environmental management system to help promote care for nature and well-being of the local community. If a hotel establishment were to implement more sustainable practices, it would make great profits for both the company and the population. Currently the Live the Life and Aventura Park inns have chosen to introduce into their infrastructure some sustainability measures that help reduce the environmental impact on the sector, as well as to improve their profitability and avoid unnecessary or excessive expenses. That is why this graduation work aims to carry out a comparative analysis of the application of good sustainable tourism practices in Live the Life and Aventura Park inns in canton Giron of the province of Azuay, according to the Rainforest Alliance Guide of the year 2005, in addition, the percentages of compliance in each of the areas of sustainability and a thorough analysis for each criterion that this guide addresses will be known.Item Análisis comparativo de la gestión sostenible de las hosterías Sol del Valle y Chorro de Girón(Universidad de Cuenca, 2020-08-18) León Pinos, Sandra Paola; Zhunio Llanzhi, Diana Maribel; Galarza Torres, Marcela AlexandraThe issue of sustainability in the hotel industry is currently growing, due to an increase in demand for tourists committed to the care and protection of the environment, therefore, the research work herein is based on the "Comparative Analysis of Sustainable Management in the Hostería Sol del Valle and Chorro de Girón," consequently, it is necessary to perform some research of the tourist and hotel activity at Girón canton, in addition, a study of the main characteristics of the above mentioned inns will be carried out, through an analysis of the hotel cadaster of Azuay 2019 and interviews with proprietors. For analyzing the inns sustainable management, the Guide to Good Practices for Sustainable Tourism is taken as reference in order to make known the benefits of applying the guide in the fields: business, socio-cultural and environmental, once this analysis has been prepared, the comparison will be made between the Sol del Valle and Chorro de Girón inns in order to generate proposals for improvement for a good sustainable practice.Item Análisis comparativo del perfil de huéspedes de los establecimientos de alojamiento de la parroquia Baños: caso Hostería Durán, Hostería Cereven los Lirios y Hostal Primavera(2020-06-09) Bravo Romero, Miriam Gabriela; Paucay Quezada, Gabriela Herlinda; Freire Chaglla, Segundo AmadorThe influx of tourists and the growing number of hotels in the city of Cuenca have destabilized the hotel sector, generating the need to identity who are their consumers in the tourism market. Many of the visitors that stay in the different tourist accommodation establishments make use of their goods and services, but there is the risk that they are not up to customers’ expectations. The purpose of this study is to identity the guest profile that visits the accommodation establishments of the Baños parish. Three establishments were chosen voluntary from different categories: 4, 3 and 2 stars for a comparative study. The consumption behavior of 460 guests in August 2019, a representative sample according to the number of guests staying in the month of August 2018, was studied. This sample was distributed to an analysis using the fallowing statistical methods: CHAID and decision tree regression. The product of this investigation concluded that mostly the Baños parish is a favorite destination for the segment family who travels for tourism due to the various activities offered by the place and they are chosen for their adequate facilities for their break. Finally, strategies are proposed to increase demand according to the profile formulated.Item Análisis comparativo entre el sistema de gestión de calidad SICA aplicado por GHL hoteles y la norma ISO 9001:2015. Caso Hotel Four Points by Sheraton Cuenca(Universidad de Cuenca, 2021-09-14) Criollo Collaguazo, Sandra Viviana; Marchán Marroquín, Esteban Oswaldo; Galarza Torres, Marcela AlexandraQuality is a determining aspect, and that is why there are systems that allow it to be controlled. One of the most important references is the ISO 9001 standard, being the 2015 version the most recent. However, not all companies use this international standard; such is the case of the Four Points by Sheraton Cuenca hotel, currently run by the GHL brand, which applies its own quality management system. The creation of ISO 9001 took eight years, the idea was raised in 1979 and was approved during a meeting of the organization in 1987. These guidelines arose from the need to control processes within manufacturing companies. Quality management systems designed under this standard are based on seven principles. On the other hand, the Londoño Group from 1991 began to design its own quality management system. To a large extent it was due to its internationalization to the different countries of Latin America, since it was necessary to control the processes that were developed in each establishment under its charge. The GHL Hotels brand based its ideas on the systems that were developed in international chains such as: Sheraton, Sonesta and Radisson, among others. The purpose of this research project is to develop a comparative analysis between the SICA System of GHL Hotels and the ISO 9001:2015 standard. The results will determine whether the SICA system produces the same results on quality issues as ISO 9001.Item Análisis de estrategias utilizadas para la venta de habitaciones en establecimientos de alojamiento de tres estrellas en el contexto de la COVID 19, en el centro histórico de Cuenca-Ecuador: periodo 2020-2021(Universidad de Cuenca, 2022-11-21) Dumaguala Bueno, Gissela Alexandra; Vele Nieves, Janneth Magaly; Avecillas Torres, Ángeles ImeldaSales strategies are a fundamental pillar for a company to have greater profitability; in the case of accommodation establishments, these strategies are also aimed at generating processes to build customer loyalty. This study addresses the analysis of the strategies used for the sale of rooms in the context of COVID-19 in relation to the three-star accommodation sector in the Historic Center of Cuenca-Ecuador in the period 2020 - 2021, because this sector was directly affected by the restrictions due to COVID-19. The study comprises three chapters; the first refers to the effects generated by COVID-19 on the sale of rooms in three-star accommodation establishments, the second diagnoses the sales strategies of rooms in such accommodations, and the third analyzes the results of the sales strategies developed by three-star accommodation establishments in the context of COVID-19. The methodology was based on semi-structured interviews with the managers of the three-star accommodation establishments, according to a not probabilistic at convenience sample. Finally, at the end of the research project, it was identified that the most used sales strategies were digital marketing, through the promotion of the establishments services in social networks and also strategic alliances with companies of various kinds. Keywords: Sales strategies, hotels, hostels, marketing, COVID-19.Item Análisis de factibilidad para la implementación de una hostería como método de diversificación de servicios del restaurante Los Maderos, en la parroquia de San Joaquín, cantón Cuenca(Universidad de Cuenca, 2023-03-08) Coronel Duche, Rosa Angélica; Loja Espinoza, Paola Katherine; Ávila Vélez, Tania KarolinaCurrently, the Decentralized Autonomous Government of San Joaquín is carrying out processes for continuous improvement through the tourist offer, implementing good sustainability practices, seeking the satisfaction of the local population, economic development, respect and conservation of cultural heritage. and natural (GAD San Joaquín, 2019). The present titling work aims to demonstrate the viability of opening a hostel as a method of diversifying the services of the Los Maderos restaurant, located in the parish of San Joaquín, Cuenca canton; For the same, a macro and micro study of the location, market analysis for segmentation and the investment required for the implementation of the project was carried out. Within the situational status, the size of the project and its location are considered, and a SWOT analysis was also carried out. Regarding the market study, surveys were applied to national and international tourists to find out the current demand and thus establish the marketing mix for the inn's offer. Within the financial study, the costs, income, expenses and financial indicators such as VAN and TIR were determined. After the application of these indicators, it was possible to demonstrate the feasibility of the project. Keywords: Feasibility, diversification, implementation, hostelry, feasibilityItem Análisis de la calidad de los servicios en el área de recepción y ama de llaves de la Cadena Hotelera JMV Group basado en el modelo Servqual: caso Hotel Santa Ana Spa y Hotel Santiago de Compostela en Cuenca(Universidad de Cuenca, 2022-07-28) Guamán Yanza, Cecilia Elizabeth; Illescas Bueno, Rommel Fernando; Avecillas Torres, Ángeles ImeldaThe hotel industry provides a wide range of services such as lodging, food and other complementary or additional services. At present, quality management has become a necessary condition for any strategy aimed at the service industry. The constant increase in consumer demand level is the main cause that makes quality a determining factor for competitiveness. The present intervention project that is proposed aims to analyze the quality of services in the Reception and Housekeeper Area of the JMV Group Hotel Chain, case Hotel Spa Santa Ana and Hotel Boutique Santiago de Compostella Executive in Cuenca based on the Servqual model, which allows the measurement of expectations and perceptions of guests. This tool allows to know the gaps of the service and increase the quality of the hosting services, as a differentiating and significant element. For the elaboration of this intervention work, surveys were used to a sample of external clients of the studied establishments, using the Servqual model, and also interviews with internal customers. The results reflect that in both the Hotel Spa Santa Ana and Hotel Boutique Santiago de Compostella Executive, there are gaps in the service in four dimensions: tangible elements, reliability, responsiveness and empathy, as established by the Servqual model, so there are failures in the service in the Reception and Housekeeper Area. Finally, based on the shortcomings detected, a comprehensive improvement plan is proposed for the processes in the two hotels, aimed at strengthening the quality of service. Keywords: Servqual model, quality of service, expectation, perception, dimension, customer.Item Análisis de la calidad de servicio mediante la aplicación del modelo HOTELQUAL. Caso de estudio: Hotel Presidente(Universidad de Cuenca, 2023-10-18) Chillogalli Jarro, Carmen Elizabeth; Mora Mora, Leonardo Andrés; Iñiguez Márquez, Gustavo EduardoThis study arose from the need to evaluate the level of quality in the customer service areas of the Hotel Presidente. The HOTELQUAL model was used, a three-dimensional framework that encompasses the attitude of the staff, the conditions of the infrastructure and the organization of the service. The key departments in this analysis were Housekeeping, Reception and Food and Beverages, whose members were given a semi-structured interview to obtain detailed information. The most relevant information was collected through surveys directed at Hotel Presidente clients. These surveys focused on customer expectations and perceptions, allowing the level of service quality to be determined and possible areas for improvement in customer service to be detected. The results provided a comprehensive view of the aspects that guests consider unsatisfactory or below expected quality standards. Based on these findings, the administrative department of Hotel Presidente will have a solid basis to implement the necessary corrective actions in those processes that guests considered substandard. Keywords: hotelqual, customer satisfaction, hospitality, qualityItem Análisis de la calidad del servicio a través del modelo HOTELQUAL en las hosterías en la comunidad de Migüir, Azuay-Ecuador. Caso de estudio: Hostería Guagrahuma y Hostería Capillapamba(Universidad de Cuenca, 2025-09-10) Prado Navas, Ana Gabriela; Vázquez Ávila, Tania Cristina; Urgilés Contreras, Diana PaolaThis study aims to analyze the quality and satisfaction of customer service through the HOTELQUAL model in two inns: Guagrahuma and Capillapamba, located in the community of Migüir, Molleturo parish, province of Azuay. This study has an observational design, with a mixed approach, with an exploratory-descriptive scope and a cross-sectional section. The tool used to obtain data for quality measurement is the HOTELQUAL model survey, aimed at interest groups such as the guests of these establishments to evaluate the experiences of users in relation to the quality of service. Data collection was carried out through the HOTELQUAL survey, applied before and after the service, followed by the implementation of two open questions. Quantitative data were analyzed in SPSS software and qualitative data in ATLAS.TI. The results show that the two inns have an acceptable level of quality, slightly exceeding the expectations of the guests. Based on the results obtained, proposals were developed for the improvement of the service in the two inns, carried out in the current conditions of the establishments, proposing strategies focused on staff training, basic quality management system, continuous monitoring of all dimensions, among others. Finally, the proposed strategies were socialized and validated, with the participation of the owners and staff of the establishments. The HOTELQUAL model is an effective tool to diagnose and improve the quality of service in tourist accommodation.Item Análisis de la calidad del servicio en el Hotel Punta del Mar, mediante el modelo Servqual(Universidad de Cuenca, 2022-01-13) Carreño Paz, Joselyn Maitee; López Molina, DianaThis research aims to analyze the quality of services at the Hotel Punta del Mar by applying the Servqual model, which measures the expectations and perceptions of the study sample. The methodology of this research is through a quantitative approach, in addition to the use of the tool of two questionnaires focused on the external and internal client. As a result, it was obtained that the level of quality within the organization presents a negative gap in a great extense, while the guest exposes a positive gap in the quality of service. In conclusion, the current state of the organization indicates that there is a minimum quality index, demonstrating that it is not possible to completely overcome the perception of the expectation formed by both internal and external customers during their transition in the facilities of the hotel studied. Finally, a matrix of recommendations for consideration is provided to the research in order to improve the service of the establishment in the areas having shortcomings. Keywords: Servqual model, quality, service, gap, customer.Item Análisis de la calidad del servicio mediante el modelo de evaluación HOTELQUAL caso: Hostal Posada del Ángel, Cuenca-Ecuador(Universidad de Cuenca, 2025-09-29) Quito Banegas, Josseline Anabel; Sinchi Villa, Evelyn Lisseth; Iñiguez Márquez, Gustavo EduardoThis study analyzes the quality of service in a tourist accommodation establishment through the application of the HOTELQUAL model, using the Hostal Posada del Ángel as a case study. The main objective is to determine the level of customer satisfaction by identifying gaps between previous expectations and the real perception of the service received, in order to generate inputs that guide decision-making and promote continuous improvement in processes and customer service. The evaluation, based on the HOTELQUAL model, was structured in three key dimensions: infrastructure conditions, staff attitude, and service organization. The methodology adopted had a mixed approach, with a descriptive scope and a cross-sectional design. The research process was developed in three phases: in the first one, a review of specialized literature was carried out; in the second one, surveys were applied based on the standardized dimensions of the HOTELQUAL model, whose answers were tabulated and analyzed; and, finally, in the third phase, recommendations were made based on the findings obtained. The findings show that the dimension related to infrastructure presents the highest levels of dissatisfaction on the part of guests. Based on these results, specific improvements are proposed that will allow Hostal Posada del Ángel to optimize the customer experience and raise the general perception of the quality of the service offered.Item Análisis de la calidad en los servicios de hospitalización basado en el modelo ServQual en el hospital Homero Castanier Crespo de la ciudad de Azogues(Universidad de Cuenca, 2021-02-09) Carabajo Sinchi, Rocío Isabel; Ocampo Chacha, Cinthya Pamela; Carpio Álvarez, Santiago DomingoHospital quality is of vital importance within health facilities, as this depends on the well-being of users. The purpose of this work is to analyze the quality of the hospitalization services provided by the hospital "Homero Castanier Crespo" in the city of Azogues, based on the SERVQUAL methodology. The methodology aims to identify the expectations and perceptions of users before and after the service provided by the medical team and staff in general, since they are directly linked to the provision of service. The hospitalization area refers to the place where patients who are recovering are located, after having undergone a medical procedure, in this department is where it can be evidenced the quality of service that the hospital provides to the user and/ or family members. In order to assess quality, surveys were carried out to patients and patients´ relatives, these surveys have been adapted to the hospital and applied in the hospitalization area, they comprise twenty-two questions including the 5 dimensions of the SERVQUAL model. This research was able to analyze what deficiencies the hospital has, and thus recommendations and improvement proposals were made based on the shortcomings that were found; additionally, its application would help to improve the service quality in the area of hospitalization.Item Análisis de la dinámica de alojamiento en quintas vacacionales: Yunguilla - Santa Isabel(Universidad de Cuenca, 2022-02-16) Chacón Jara, Nube Yessenia; Panamá Laso, Jennifer Carolina; Sánchez Rodas, Lourdes MonserrathThe Yunquilla Valley, characterized by its warm climate, sugarcane plantations, the sugarcane mill and its beautiful natural attractions; it has become a place demanded by locals and foreigners to build modern holiday quintas. However, these holiday homes have gradually taken on other uses; going from being residential houses to a new type of tourist accommodation. That is why, this research aims to provide a complete analysis of the dynamics of accommodation in holiday quintas of Yunguilla-Santa Isabel. This study had a mixed approach; the first part obeyed a qualitative approach of exploratory scope aimed at determining the causes of irregularity. The second phase obeyed a quantitative approach of exploratory-descriptive scope, aimed at characterizing the functioning of the holiday quintas through variables collected in a database. Subsequently, based on the results obtained, a comparative analysis was established between a quinta and a formal establishment. As a result of the study, the first chapter concludes with seven causes of informality: citizen culture, distrust of the country's institutions, economic needs, bureaucracy, lack of incentives, tax evasion and lack of capacity to exercise the activity. In the second chapter, after the analysis of 57 quintas, a general description of each one is presented, its operation dynamics, georeferencing and identification of the people involved in its operational processes. Finally, the third chapter deals with the comparison of the functioning of a quinta versus a formal establishment. Keywords: Holiday quintas. Irregularity. Operation dynamics.Item Análisis de la gestión de talento humano en establecimientos de alojamiento enfocado en la motivación y retención del personal. Caso Four Points By Sheraton, Cuenca-Ecuador(Universidad de Cuenca, 2025-09-11) Criollo Morocho, Erika Vanessa; García Soto, Erika Alexandra; Iñiguez Márquez, Gustavo EduardoThis study analyzes the management of human talent in accommodation establishments with a focus on staff motivation and retention. The research includes a qualitative approach of exploratory scope, with an observational and cross-sectional design. The case study was the Four Points By Sheraton Hotel, Cuenca-Ecuador. It is projected that the findings obtained will serve as a basis to strengthen the processes of continuous improvement in the Human Talent department. The research was carried out in three phases. In the first phase, the main motivating factors of the staff were identified through the review of relevant academic literature. In the second phase, structured interviews were applied with the aim of exploring the motivational strategies applied by the Human Talent area, as well as the factors that affect the individual motivation of employees. The interviews addressed five main themes: a) rewards and benefits, b) professional growth, c) organizational environment/integration, d) work-life relationship, and e) leadership and management. Finally, in the third phase, the factors that directly influence staff motivation and retention were identified through a hermeneutical analysis using graphs that analyzed the information collected. Among the main motivational factors are the percentage of tips received at the end of the month, food subsidy, private health insurance, transportation by bus for associates, educational agreements, discounts on lodging and food at the different headquarters of the chain, as well as loans for studies, domestic emergencies and training.Item Análisis de la influencia de las Tecnologías de la Información y Comunicación en el sector de alimentos y bebidas, a partir de la COVID-19. Caso: restaurantes del Centro Histórico de Cuenca, Ecuador(Universidad de Cuenca, 2024-09-18) Torres Gallegos, Nain Alexander; Delgado Andrade, Diego Andrés; Sánchez Rodas, Lourdes MonserathThe COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted the hospitality sector, driving the adoption of technology strategies to adapt to a new normal. This study analysed the influence of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) on restaurants in the Historic Centre of Cuenca after the pandemic. This cross-sectional qualitative research examined the impact of ICT through semi-structured interviews with restaurant owners and managers, exploring how these technologies affected customer interaction and internal management since the health crisis. The information was organized into categories and codes, analyzed with the Atlas.ti software. The results reflected a positive impact of the adoption of ICT on the performance of establishments since the COVID-19 pandemic, allowing them to operate efficiently despite the restrictions imposed by the health emergency. The results of the study indicate that the most used tools were mobile payment systems, home delivery platforms, advertising on social networks and digital menus. The work concludes that the adoption of ICT has been crucial for the survival and adaptation of restaurants in the post-pandemic context. These technologies have improved operational efficiency, customer engagement, and responsiveness to changing market conditions. Despite the initial hurdles, digitalization is shaping up to be an inevitable trend that will continue to transform the hospitality industry for the foreseeable future.Item Análisis de la influencia del eWOM (reseñas en línea) en la reputación de los hoteles de 4 estrellas ubicados en el Centro Histórico de Cuenca y su uso como herramienta de gestión de marketing(Universidad de Cuenca, 2025-09-11) Carrión Luna, María Emilia; Ortiz Lojano, Gabriela Elizabeth; Saquicela Aguilar, María EsthelaThe following work aimed to analyze the influence of electronic word of mouth (eWOM) on the digital reputation of 4-star hotels located in the Historic Center of Cuenca during the years 2022-2024. The research was developed in three phases: exploratory, descriptive and quantitative. 795 reviews were obtained from the platforms (Booking, Google), Power BI and ATLAS, Ti 23 tools were used to perform an analysis of the reviews. Reviews were categorized into positive, neutral, or negative to identify patterns, trends, and key factors influencing the guest experience. Among the factors that stand out the most are attention from the staff, cleanliness and location. Trends related to the variation of scores throughout the period analyzed and the behavior of the eWOM in different months of the year were also identified. In addition, the strategies related to the eWOM in each hotel were analyzed, where it was evident that hotels such as the Hotel Forum present a response level of more than 99% on the two platforms, while the Hotel Los Balcones does not respond to comments on either of the two platforms, thus demonstrating the differences that exist in the management of online reputation. This study allows us to understand the importance of eWOM to improve hotel competitiveness in a world where technology is increasingly present, highlighting the need to maintain an active management of digital reviews to improve guest experience and strengthen the online reputation of hotel establishments.Item Análisis de la percepción sobre la satisfacción laboral de los empleados con cargos polivalentes en hoteles de 3 y 4 estrellas en el cantón Cuenca, Ecuador(Universidad de Cuenca, 2024-09-16) Angüisaca Idrovo, Erika Dayanna; Cedeño García, Karen Virginia; Galarza Cordero, Miguel ÁngelNowadays, hotel trends are increasingly competitive towards the highest quality, which is why job satisfaction is essential for employees to be able to carry out their activities comfortably. The current study aims to analyze the perception of job satisfaction of multi-skilled employees in the accommodation sector in the canton of Cuenca, Ecuador. There are employees who fulfill various functions within the establishment as they receive much more burden and responsibilities. For the first part of the research, concepts of the topic will be presented to know their importance through a search in documents, books, magazines and articles on job satisfaction and polyvalent positions. As for the research approach, it will be qualitative with exploratory scope through semi-structured interviews directed to the employees of the hotel establishments selected at convenience. It is expected that the result will show lights to understand and evidence if employees are satisfied executing a polyvalent position in the hospitality industry in the city of Cuenca and how this affects their performance at work, as well as their emotions, achievements, motivations. On the other hand, it is also important to show if these positions are registered in entities or institutions.Item Análisis de la promoción y tarifas de los hoteles de 3 estrellas durante la pandemia SARS CoV-2 (COVID-19) en el periodo marzo – diciembre del año 2020. Caso Cuenca-Ecuador(Universidad de Cuenca, 2023-01-10) Quituisaca Zhañay, Christian Jeovanny; Rodríguez Quezada, Marco Bernardo; Serrano López, Ana LucíaDuring the pandemic, the most affected group worldwide was the tourism sector, especially the accommodation sector because it had to close its doors and stop activities at 100%, thus giving way to an economic crisis in addition to the loss of jobs. At present, post-pandemic tourism is still affected, given that it has not been possible to recover completely worldwide, however, for Ecuador, it has been more difficult to recover due to several social, political, and economic factors given after the pandemic. Therefore, the purpose of this project is to analyze the promotion and rates of 3-star hotels during the SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) pandemic in the period March – December 2020 in the city of Cuenca-Ecuador. The methodology applied in this project has a mixed approach, that is, quantitative and qualitative, its cut is of a transversal type because it requires data collection in relation to the information of the period March - December of the year 2020. The technique for collecting information was a survey that was applied to 37 three-star accommodation establishments. As a result of the research, it was obtained that the general hotel occupancy from March to December 2020 was 4% due to the closures of several hotels, but in the months of opening they remained with national guests, however, fear and uncertainty made.Item Análisis de la satisfacción de los usuarios de alojamientos en modalidad Airbnb dentro de la ciudad de Cuenca, Ecuador(Universidad de Cuenca, 2023-10-25) García Bermeo, Briana Estefanía; González González, Fátima Monserrat; Sánchez Rodas, Lourdes MonserrathThe objective of this study is to analyze the level of satisfaction of the users of the different accommodations in Airbnb mode present in the city of Cuenca, Ecuador. For its preparation, a mixed methodology was used, consisting of quantitative and qualitative elements, which were developed in three stages. The first stage consisted of the collection of data derived from two websites: AirDNA and Airbnb. Subsequently, a quantitative analysis of the numerical variables was carried out through descriptive statistical methods and correlations of variables. In the final stage, the comments issued by Airbnb users were analyzed, using a word cloud with the terms that were most frequently presented, as well as an evaluation of the feelings perceived in the different reviews. As a result, the tendency of users to choose accommodations located in central areas and close to the main tourist attractions of the city, among other factors, stands out. The sentiment analysis indicates that 93% of user’s express positive feelings and are willing to use Airbnb services again in the city of Cuenca, on the other hand, 7% of users expressed negative feelings showing their dissatisfaction with the services provided and are not interested in using them again. Keywords: Airbnb, Satisfaction, AirDNA, Accommodation, CuencaItem Análisis de la situación laboral de las camareras de piso en los establecimientos hoteleros de 3 y 4 estrellas del Centro Histórico de la ciudad de Cuenca, Ecuador(Universidad de Cuenca, 2023-10-18) Palacios Miranda, Pamela Dayanna; Yoza Álvarez, Paula Micaela; Iñiguez Márquez, Gustavo EduardoThis study addresses the employment situation of housekeepers in three- and four-star hotels in the historic center of the city of Cuenca. The hotel sector is characterized by intense labor turnover and high demand for labor due to the seasonality of its positions. However, one of the most significant activities within hotels are those of the housekeeping department that is made up of a group of housekeepers, the same ones who carry out activities related to the preparation and cleaning of all areas of a hotel, where job satisfaction and occupational health are important factors, which has generated the questioning of the workforce that these workers maintain. Interviews were conducted to identify the working conditions of housekeepers and recognition of their work. The responses revealed that many of them are engaged in this work due to lack of vocational training, as they had to drop out of school to support and care for their families. Although the housekeeping department does not receive enough job recognition, the interviewees were satisfied in their work, considering positive changes on the part of their managers, since their work is equal or more relevant than the other departments. Keywords: workforce, housekeepers, employment status, housekeeping department
