Add Guest Names to Blocked Dates

Problem Statement:

• Currently, when dates are blocked in Hospitable, there's no way to associate or display which guest the block is for
• When manually blocking dates while awaiting guest confirmation to avoid double booking, the blocked date shows no guest information
• Once a guest confirms, there's no seamless way to have the calendar reflect the guest name
• Guests need a way to log in directly to book dates without manual intervention

Current Workaround:

• Manually tracking blocked dates and their associated guests in external spreadsheets or notes
• Relying on memory or separate communication channels to remember which guest caused a block
• Manually updating external records after guest confirmation
• Guests may need to go through external booking platforms or manual processes to book

Impact:

• Time wasted cross-referencing external notes with calendar blocks
• Risk of confusion when multiple guests are involved in blocked periods
• Reduced visibility into booking patterns and guest-related blocks
• Manual effort to update records after confirmation
• Additional friction for guests trying to book directly

Proposed Solution:

• Allow users to add guest names (or notes referencing guests) directly to blocked dates in the calendar
• Display the associated guest name when viewing blocked dates
• Automatically update the blocked date with the guest name once confirmation is received
• Enable guests to log in directly to book available dates

Unlock:

• Quick visual identification of which guests are associated with blocked dates
• Streamlined workflow without needing external tracking tools
• Better visibility into guest-related scheduling decisions
• Seamless transition from blocked to confirmed booking with guest name visible
• Direct booking capability for guests