<trp-post-container data-trp-post-id='6649'>Websites for Holiday Rentals: Website and Portals

For a holiday rental, the official website and booking portals are distinct channels. The website presents the offer and can collect direct bookings; OTAs like Booking.com and Airbnb allow guests to compare offers from multiple accommodation providers.

What should the accommodation provider's website include?

Guests need to understand what they are booking and under what conditions. Present representative photos, layout, guest capacity, amenities, location, arrival details and contacts. Keep descriptions and conditions consistent across all channels.

How to receive bookings from the website?

A Booking Engine allows checking availability and rates and completing the booking process on the website. The system must be configured with the actual accommodation and conditions: a simple presentation page does not replace this tool.

How to combine website and OTAs?

A Channel Manager helps coordinate availability and rates across connected channels. The goal is to use multiple sales opportunities while maintaining consistent inventory. Compare results considering costs, cancellations and margins, as well as booking numbers.

Where to start?

• Ensure the website is mobile-friendly.
• Check photos, contacts and stay conditions.
• Test the journey from arriving on the website to booking.
• Ask which connections are available for your portals.

Learn more about the updatable website and solutions for serviced apartments and holiday homes.