How Martin's Hotel rethought its logistics to renovate 207 rooms without closing its hotel
As part of the refurbishment of 207 rooms, the Martin’s group had to manage a project on an occupied site, with all the constraints that entails: transfer coordination, phasing, noise, temporary storage…
YouStock implemented a turnkey solution, combining collection, storage, redelivery, furniture reassembly, and tailor-made logistical support.
Discover how YouStock was able to meet these needs with a tailor-made, centralised and responsive solution.
🔎 Sector of activity:
Hospitality
👤 Company size:
+5000 employees
📍 Location of the need:
Alpes-Maritimes
Why use YouStock when you are a hotelier?
Event or seasonal furniture to be easily outsourced
Lack of space in storage rooms, basements or technical areas
Need flexibility for frequent rotations (rooms, seasons, POS, etc.)
Work or rearrangements requiring the temporary removal of furniture
Savings of €163,945 thanks to YouStock
Before YouStock
🚛 Organization: forklift rental, outsourced labor
📦 Storage: temporary warehouse rental
💶 Total logistics cost: €600,000
Nowadays :
🚛 Organization: Logistics managed from start to finish
📦 Storage: Secure and centralized YouStock warehouse
💶 Total logistics cost: €436,055
A hotel undergoing renovation faces a major logistical challenge
To renovate 207 rooms without disrupting the running of the establishment, the Martin’s group had to face a major logistical challenge: managing the transfer and storage of the furniture, while complying with a precise phasing, a strict noise schedule and meticulously timed delivery deadlines.
On an occupied site, every move had to be anticipated, coordinated and executed without impacting the customer experience.
YouStock deployed a complete solution: collection, secure off-site storage, re-deliveries organised by room and by floor, and reassembly of the furniture according to the layout plan. Result: a controlled project, hotel activity preserved, and more than €160,000 saved.
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What were the challenges facing the Martin's group?
Manage temporary storage outside of rooms
With 207 rooms under renovation and little spare space, it was essential to quickly free up the rooms while ensuring secure storage of the furniture. The challenge: not to hinder the progress of the construction site due to a lack of available space.
Protecting and handling high-end furniture
Martin’s furniture is high value, often custom-made. A partner was needed who could guarantee careful handling, packaging adapted to each type of item, and perfect traceability of the stored elements.
Respect a strict planning and noise schedule
As the works were carried out on an occupied site, each intervention had to follow a precise timing, limited time slots and a delivery schedule coordinated with the works teams, without disturbing the clients on site.
Organize transfers and redelivery to the room
The success of the project depended on meticulous management of the back-and-forth. YouStock set up logistics based on floor and room number, with redelivery and reassembly tailored to the established layout plan.
Streamline coordination between different service providers
YouStock has positioned itself as a single point of contact to centralize all logistics flows collection, storage, delivery, reassembly and streamline exchanges between hotel management, architects, project managers and on-site teams.
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How did YouStock meet their needs?
1. Collection & identification of equipment
From the very start of the project, our teams intervened on site to dismantle the furniture to be removed, according to the scheduling constraints. Each piece was carefully packed according to its type, then identified with a unique QR code. Photos were taken before and after packing to guarantee the traceability of each item and its initial condition.
2. Creation of a digital inventory
All the equipment was added to a complete digital inventory, accessible 24/7 from the YouStock interface. This system allowed the client and the project teams to consult the stored items, plan the re-deliveries, and track the logistical movements without friction.
3. Transport to our secure warehouses
The furniture was then loaded into specific containers and transported to our warehouses. Each item was received, recorded, and precisely located in our internal system (addressing), ensuring perfect organisation for future re-deliveries.
4. Smart and centralized storage
The equipment was stored in dedicated areas, protected from humidity and shocks. This centralisation enabled a significant reduction in logistical costs compared to a traditional temporary warehouse.
5. Delivery depending on the progress of the work
Thanks to our interface, the Martin’s teams were able to plan each re-delivery according to the layout schedule and noise constraints. Our teams prepared each order from the warehouse, scanned the items at dispatch and at reception, ensuring logistics paced by floor and by room number.
6. Reassembly on site according to the plans
Once delivered, the equipment was reassembled in the rooms by our technicians, in accordance with the plans provided by the architects. Furniture fixing, quality control, and final installation were carried out to ensure a faithful and flawless result.
Enjoy the same experience as our clients 💙
Thanks to YouStock, we were finally able to coordinate our logistics operations smoothly, even in the middle of renovation.
Their support allowed us to free up space, protect our sensitive furniture and meet the tight deadlines of the project.
Entrust your equipment to a trusted partner. Speak with one of our experts and discover how YouStock can meet the specific requirements of your establishment.
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FAQ – Storage and logistics solutions for hotels
What types of goods can you store with YouStock as a hotel?
We store all types of non-perishable or non-sensitive equipment:
- spare furniture (beds, mattresses, armchairs, lighting, etc.),
- seasonal equipment (heaters, fans, parasols, Christmas trees…),
- decoration or branding items,
- POS material, surplus linen or event equipment.
Do you offer solutions tailored to the seasonal needs of hotels?
Of course. Our offers are flexible and designed to adapt to the activity variations of the hotel sector. Whether it is to free up space before a high season or to temporarily store furniture during renovations, we offer tailor-made storage durations with no minimum commitment.
Do you operate throughout Belgium?
YouStock operates throughout the Brussels region and its surrounding areas, leveraging a local logistics network. Whether your establishment is located in Brussels, Ixelles, Uccle, Anderlecht, Woluwe, Schaerbeek, Forest, or a neighboring municipality, our teams provide tailored storage and logistics solutions. For hotel groups with multiple properties, we implement a centralized system with a single point of contact to streamline your operations.
Our network also extends to major French cities, as well as Monaco and London, offering a unified logistics solution for companies and hotel groups operating across multiple locations. A dedicated contact person coordinates all your operations to simplify management.
Are your warehouses secure and suitable for hotel equipment?
Absolutely. Our warehouses are secured 24/7 (video surveillance, alarm, access control) and our teams handle your equipment with care.
We guarantee stable storage conditions, without humidity or temperature variations, ideal for preserving furniture, textiles or decorative items.
Do you take care of the removal of equipment on site?
Our teams can intervene directly in your establishment to collect the material to be stored. We also offer packing, dismantling and labelling services, to ensure smooth management without effort for your teams.
Is it possible to track inventory online?
That is the major advantage of our services!
Each item is photographed and added to your digital inventory. You can consult the stored elements in real time, schedule a delivery, and track the history of logistical movements from a simple and intuitive interface.
How much do your services cost?
Our rates are calculated according to:
- the volume stored (in sqft),
- the associated services (collection, packing, assembly…),
- the frequency of logistical movements.
A personalised simulation can be carried out in just a few minutes with one of our experts. Do not hesitate to schedule a call with one of our advisors right now to get your detailed quote.
Do you offer dedicated support for hotel groups?
A dedicated account manager supports you throughout the project, whether you are an independent hotel or a multi-establishment group. They coordinate the logistical needs, advise you on optimisation options, and remain your single point of contact.
Can we test your service on one site before extending it to other hotels?
Absolutely. We often recommend starting with a pilot project in one establishment, in order to assess the performance and benefits of our solution before a larger-scale deployment.