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In Bordeaux, a new innovative service is emerging to address the issue of key boxes used for short-term rentals. The company Lucky Locker has recently launched a key self-service locker system, thus offering a more secure and aesthetically pleasing solution than traditional devices which are increasingly contested by various municipalities.
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A growing need for a secure alternative #
In response to the rising demand for safer options, Lucky Locker has decided to expand its services originally focused on luggage lockers to include key lockers. This change addresses a dual necessity: protecting the urban planning of Bordeaux while reducing the risks of burglary and squatting related to the use of key boxes accessible to everyone. These traditional devices, often used by rentals like Airbnb, are indeed increasingly criticized by local authorities.
The fight against traditional key boxes #
In Bordeaux, as in other major tourist cities, key boxes have invaded public space, allowing easy access to short-term accommodations. However, many municipalities, such as Marseille or La Rochelle, have passed laws to ban their use. These regulations aim to preserve the integrity of urban planning and combat the excesses related to tourist renting. It is in this context that Lucky Locker has chosen to anticipate these movements by offering a modern and secure alternative.
The operation of the self-service locker system #
The key locker service from Lucky Locker operates intuitively and practically. Travelers receive a personal code and the number of their locker from the company, allowing them easy access to their key. Located in a strategic position near the Porte de Bourgogne, this locker is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, thus providing maximum flexibility to users. Equipped with video surveillance, this infrastructure enhances the security of the keys left in deposit.
An early success due to a strategic location #
Since its launch on December 20, Lucky Locker has quickly won over about thirty owners from the Saint-Pierre, Saint-Michel neighborhoods, and even from the Chartrons. The success of this initiative relies largely on the location of their premises, which attracts many travelers passing through the city, whether by train or by plane. This proactive approach to market needs has allowed Lucky Locker to effectively integrate into the Bordeaux landscape.
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An attractive economic model for owners #
The cost for owners who wish to use the service is particularly competitive. They can choose between various packages, ranging from 3 euros per day to monthly subscriptions offering discounts. As for travelers, they can use the key locker free of charge, unless they also wish to deposit their luggage, which represents a modest and proportional fee. This flexible economic model contributes to the growing popularity of this innovative service.
With initiatives like Lucky Locker, the city of Bordeaux positions itself at the forefront, combining innovation and sustainable urban planning, while addressing the contemporary challenges of managing tourism.
