Independent channel date blocking - block dates on one OTA while keeping another open

Problem Statement:

  • Hosts cannot block dates on one channel (e.g., Vrbo) while keeping those same dates open on another channel (e.g., Airbnb)
  • When dates are blocked in Hospitable, the change is pushed to ALL connected channels simultaneously
  • This prevents hosts from taking Airbnb-only bookings during certain periods

Current Workaround:

  • Hosts must manually manage availability on each platform separately, outside of Hospitable
  • This creates extra work and increases the risk of double bookings

Impact:

  • Additional manual work managing calendars outside Hospitable
  • Lost booking opportunities on Airbnb when dates need to be blocked on other channels
  • Increased risk of double bookings when managing multiple platforms separately

Proposed Solution:

  • Add the ability to set channel-specific availability for each date
  • Allow hosts to block dates on selected channels while keeping them open on others
  • This could be implemented as a per-channel toggle when blocking/opening dates

Unlock:

  • Hosts would be able to maximize bookings on specific channels without blocking dates across all platforms
  • Reduced manual work and lower risk of double bookings
  • Greater flexibility in managing multi-channel availability

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Date

About 10 hours ago

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