Hostaway

Hostaway is vacation-rental management software built for short-term rental hosts and property managers who list across multiple platforms. It combines a channel manager, automation, a unified inbox and reporting so operators can run more listings without more admin.

Listings publish and stay in sync across Airbnb, Vrbo and Booking.com, so availability and rates update everywhere at once. Automated messaging, review requests and task rules handle repetitive guest and cleaning work, while a built-in CRM and analytics dashboard track performance across the portfolio. A marketplace of integrations extends into dynamic pricing, smart locks and accounting.

Key features

• Channel manager for Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com and direct bookings
• Automated guest messaging, review requests and upsells
• Unified inbox consolidating messages from every channel
• Task automation for cleaning and turnover management
• Direct-booking website builder to cut OTA fees
• Analytics and financial reporting across all listings
• Large marketplace of integrations (pricing, locks, accounting)
• Open API for custom workflows

Pricing

Hostaway pricing is quote-based and scales with the number of listings; it targets hosts and managers with several properties rather than single-unit owners. Pricing and plan limits change often, so confirm the current numbers on the Hostaway website before you commit.

Who it's best for

Hosts and property managers with a growing portfolio who want strong automation, an open API and a wide integration marketplace.

Is Hostaway right for you?

Hostaway is a strong, automation-first choice for scaling managers. Single-property hosts on a budget may prefer Hospitable or Lodgify, so weigh the feature depth against your portfolio size.

Pros and cons

Pros:

• Automation-first with an open API
• Large integration marketplace
• Direct-booking website to cut OTA fees

Cons:

• Aimed at multi-listing managers, not single hosts
• Pricing requires a sales conversation

Getting started

Connect a dynamic-pricing tool and a smart-lock integration early — Hostaway's marketplace is where much of its value comes from once your core listings are synced.

Frequently asked questions

Is Hostaway worth it?

For vacation rental hosts and managers, Hostaway is worth it when you use its core workflow end to end rather than as a partial replacement for existing tools. The value comes from consolidating scheduling, payments and client or guest communication in one system, which reduces admin time and revenue lost to no-shows or missed follow-ups. Weigh the subscription against the hours it saves each week.

Can I try Hostaway for free?

Hostaway typically offers a guided demo so you can evaluate it with your own data before committing. Pricing and trial terms change, so check the current offer on the official website.

Does Hostaway have an API?

Yes — Hostaway offers an open API and a large integration marketplace, which is a major reason growing managers choose it over more closed platforms.