Host guides
Resources to go direct
11 practical guides to launch your direct booking website, set up Stripe, sync calendars and convert more visitors.
Set up Stripe Connect to get paid for direct bookings
Steps to connect your Stripe account, enable payments and receive payouts to your host account.
Read guideChoose the right template for your rental website
Riviera, Classic or Earth & linen: how to pick a design that fits your property and guests.
Read guideOptimize your property listing on your direct site
Photos, copy, amenities and house rules: best practices to build trust and fill the calendar.
Read guideConvert your site visitors into bookings
Journey, social proof, clear pricing and CTAs: levers to go from click to confirmed stay.
Read guideHow to promote your direct booking website
Channels, messages and habits to send qualified traffic to your Hostiv site without expensive ads.
Read guideStarter or Pro: which Hostiv plan to choose?
Compare features, price and use cases between €49 and €99 per year.
Read guideGet your first direct booking on Hostiv
From publishing to confirmation email: the full flow to validate everything works.
Read guideCreate PDF invoices for your direct bookings
Pro feature (and Starter+ add-on): generate clear invoices for guests and your accounting.
Read guideCreate a welcome guide PDF for your guests
Wi-Fi, access codes, local tips: centralize essentials in a printable PDF (Pro).
Read guideSync your iCal calendar between Airbnb, Booking and Hostiv
How to import and export calendars so every channel shares the same availability.
Read guideHow to add direct booking without leaving OTAs
A practical strategy to launch a direct channel while keeping Airbnb, Booking or Vrbo for visibility.
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