Which term describes designating a portion of inventory specifically for a group?

Which term describes designating a portion of inventory specifically for a group?

• A. Cancellation
• B. Check-In
• C. Block
• D. Arrival Date

Answer: (C)

Holding a portion of inventory for a group is done by blocking rooms. It means you set aside a specific number of rooms from total availability for that group, guaranteeing they have space even if other guests book up. The block acts as a placeholder you can link to the group name, negotiate a rate, and later convert some or all of the blocked rooms into individual reservations or release them. This prevents oversell and helps manage the group’s needs smoothly. Cancellation zeros out a reservation, check-in is when a guest arrives, and arrival date is simply the guest’s planned arrival day—none describe the act of setting aside inventory for a group.

Holding a portion of inventory for a group is done by blocking rooms. It means you set aside a specific number of rooms from total availability for that group, guaranteeing they have space even if other guests book up. The block acts as a placeholder you can link to the group name, negotiate a rate, and later convert some or all of the blocked rooms into individual reservations or release them. This prevents oversell and helps manage the group’s needs smoothly. Cancellation zeros out a reservation, check-in is when a guest arrives, and arrival date is simply the guest’s planned arrival day—none describe the act of setting aside inventory for a group.