How can I update my pricing & seasons?

Managing your property's pricing and seasonal rates is essential for maximizing your rental income and attracting guests. This guide will walk you through the process of updating your pricing and seasons on Holidu.

Understanding pricing and seasons

Pricing and seasons allow you to set different nightly rates for different times of the year. You can create multiple seasons based on demand, holidays, and special events to optimize your earnings.

How to access pricing settings

Follow these steps to update your property's pricing and seasons:

1. Log into your Holidu host account
2. Navigate to your property management dashboard
3. Select the property you wish to update
4. Click on the "Pricing" or "Rates" section
5. Look for the "Seasons" option to manage different pricing periods

Creating a new season

To create a new season with specific pricing:

1. Click the "Add Season" or "Create New Season" button
2. Enter a name for the season (for example, "Summer Peak" or "Winter Low Season")
3. Select the start date for the season
4. Select the end date for the season
5. Enter your nightly rate for this season
6. Click "Save" to confirm

Updating existing pricing

To modify pricing for an existing season:

1. Go to the Pricing section of your property
2. Find the season you want to update in the list
3. Click on the season to open its details
4. Change the nightly rate as needed
5. Adjust the dates if required
6. Save your changes

Important note about currency

Please note that you cannot change your property's currency when setting prices. Your currency is determined by your property's location and is fixed in your account settings. All pricing must be entered in your property's designated currency.

Best practices for pricing seasons

• Plan your seasons in advance based on local events, holidays, and historical demand patterns
• Research competitor pricing in your area to remain competitive
• Consider creating separate seasons for weekends and weekdays if demand varies
• Update your pricing regularly to reflect market conditions
• Set minimum stay requirements if desired for specific seasons
• Factor in seasonal expenses when determining rates

Deleting a season

If you no longer need a season:

1. Navigate to your Pricing section
2. Select the season you want to remove
3. Click the "Delete" or "Remove Season" button
4. Confirm the deletion

When your pricing takes effect

After updating your pricing and seasons, the new rates will typically be visible to guests within a few minutes. However, some platforms may take up to 24 hours to fully synchronize the changes. Make sure to verify that your pricing appears correctly on your property listing before the season begins.

Additional helpful tips

• Save a backup of your pricing structure in case you need to reference past rates
• Set up calendar availability at the same time you create new seasons for better organization
• Review your pricing strategy quarterly to ensure it matches market demand
• Consider offering discounts for longer stays to encourage weekly or monthly bookings

By effectively managing your pricing and seasons, you can maximize your property's potential earnings and attract guests throughout the year. If you need further assistance, please contact our support team.