Keeping your Holidu listing information up to date is essential for attracting guests and maintaining a professional presence. The good news is that you can manage most of your listing details independently through your Holidu account on the website or via the Holidu Host app. This guide explains what information you can edit yourself and how to keep your listing accurate and appealing.

Pricing and Rates

You have full control over your property's pricing structure. You can adjust your nightly and weekend rates, set minimum stay requirements, and define which days guests can check in or check out. Additionally, you can configure any additional charges such as cleaning fees, tourism fees, security deposits, and per-night charges for extra guests. You can also create seasonal pricing strategies and offer guest discounts to encourage bookings during slower periods.

General Property Information

Managing your property's core details is straightforward. You can update your property type, the maximum number of guests your accommodation can accommodate according to your local license requirements, and customize your check-in and check-out times. These times should reflect when you or your representative will be present to welcome guests or when a lockbox will be available at no additional cost.

You can also set your advance notice requirement, which is the minimum amount of time guests must book before their stay. Options typically range from same-day booking up to three days before check-in.

Amenities

Update the services and amenities available at your property to help guests understand what to expect. You can add or modify amenities such as WiFi, pool access, bed linens, towels, pet policies, and appliances. Keep in mind that amenities marked as available must be offered at all times and at no additional cost. If an amenity is only available sometimes or carries an extra charge, mention it in your property description instead.

Sleeping Arrangements

You can modify the number of bedrooms and beds in your listing to reflect your current setup. When configuring bedrooms, always consider local regulations regarding enclosed rooms, windows, and minimum area requirements. Accurate sleeping arrangement information ensures guests book with the correct expectations.

Arrival Information

Update who will be responsible for check-in at your property. This could be yourself, a team member, or a property manager. If you make changes to this information, be sure to notify any guests with existing bookings so they know who to expect upon arrival.

Cancellation Policies

You can set or modify your cancellation policy for new bookings. Important: any policy changes only apply to future reservations and do not affect bookings that have already been confirmed. Review your cancellation policy regularly to ensure it aligns with your business needs and local regulations.

Collaborators

If you need help managing your listing, you can add a collaborator to your account and grant them access to make updates. This is useful if you work with a property manager or have a team member assisting with guest communications and listing management.

Calendar Synchronization

If your property is listed on multiple booking platforms, you should sync your calendars to prevent double bookings. This integration ensures that when a guest books on one platform, your availability automatically updates across all your listings.

Contact Information

You can update your contact details at any time. If your contact information changes and matches the details of the person handling check-in, remember to also update your arrival information section. Notify guests with existing reservations about any contact changes so they can reach you if needed.

Property Description

Your property description is one of the first things potential guests read. Whenever you update services, amenities, or other listing details, make sure your description reflects these changes accurately. A well-written, updated description sets clear expectations and increases the likelihood of bookings. For step-by-step guidance on writing an effective description, refer to the Generating Your Property Description guide.

Photo Management

You have complete control over your property's photo gallery, including both photos you upload and professional photographs taken by Holidu. Keeping high-quality, current images is crucial for attracting guests. For detailed instructions on managing your photos, check out the How to Manage Your Photos guide.

Address

If your property's address changes or needs correction, you can update it in your listing. An accurate address is essential for guests to find your property and for search visibility on Holidu. For detailed instructions on updating your address, see the How to Edit Your Address guide.

Important Considerations

Most updates to your description, amenities, and photos are reflected immediately or after a quick review process. Changes to pricing and policies may impact how your listing appears in search results and influence guest bookings, so update these thoughtfully. Always verify the guest-facing preview of your listing after making changes to ensure all information displays correctly and accurately represents your property.

Best Practices for Maintaining Your Listing

Keep your calendar synchronized across all platforms to avoid overbooking. Update your photos regularly to showcase your property in the best light. Maintain accurate amenities and descriptions to set correct guest expectations and reduce booking issues. Review your pricing, cancellation policies, and additional charges before high and low seasons to optimize your revenue. Finally, ensure your contact information is always current so guests can reach you easily with questions or concerns.

By staying on top of these updates, you'll create a professional, trustworthy listing that attracts quality guests and generates more bookings on Holidu.