Instant bookings let guests book your holiday home immediately, without sending a request for your approval. Once a booking is confirmed, it appears in your calendar automatically. This gives hosts more visibility, secure payments, and less admin work.

What are the benefits of instant bookings for hosts?

Instant bookings offer three main advantages for hosts on Holidu:

• More visibility for your listing: Up to 70% of travellers filter for instant bookings when searching for accommodation. Opting in puts your property in front of a wider audience, including international guests who don't want to wait across time zones.
• Secure payments handled for you: Payments are processed through the platform, and payouts reach you reliably around check-in. There are no manual bank transfers and no chasing payments.
• Less admin, more time for confirmed guests: You don't need to reply to enquiries that never convert. You can focus on the guests who are actually arriving.

Can I approve or decline bookings individually?

No. Instant bookings are a core part of how Holidu works, so hosts cannot review and approve bookings one by one. To control who books and when, you can set your prices, your calendar availability, and your house rules.

How do I keep my calendar accurate with instant bookings?

Because bookings are confirmed immediately, your calendar must always be up to date. Follow these steps to avoid double bookings:

• Block dates manually when your property is unavailable. Read how to add or delete a manual calendar block.
• If your property is listed on other platforms, sync your external calendars. Read how to add or delete an iCal calendar.

If you need help or guidance, the Holidu AI Assistant is available to support you at any time.