Direct lets you accept bookings from guests through your own website, without relying on OTAs.
This short video walks through how Direct works, what the guest experience looks like, and how bookings are managed inside Hospitable.
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What You’ll Learn
This video covers the key parts of using Direct:
How guests book through your site or booking link
How pricing is displayed, including rates, fees, and taxes
What happens during checkout and how payments are collected
How guest verification and rental agreements may be required
What happens after a booking is confirmed
How Direct bookings appear and behave inside Hospitable
Key Takeaways
Guests select dates, choose a property, and see a full price breakdown before booking
Payments are collected during checkout based on your configured payment terms
Bookings can be confirmed instantly or require approval, depending on your setup
After confirmation, reservations appear in your inbox and block your calendar
Messages and tasks are triggered automatically
Direct bookings behave the same as Airbnb and Vrbo bookings inside Hospitable
You control your pricing, policies, and guest experience
Payment terms, cancellation policies, and fees are applied at the time of booking based on your configuration.
When to Use This
Watch this video if you:
Are new to Direct bookings
Want to understand how the booking flow works
Need a quick overview before setting up your site
Want to see how Direct bookings are managed inside Hospitable
What’s Next
After watching, continue with:
Direct Setup Checklist
All About Direct Bookings
Booking Policies Overview
Manage Payouts and Bank Accounts for Direct Bookings