How do I avoid double bookings when listing on multiple platforms?

If you list on Airbnb, Booking.com, Szállás.hu or other portals simultaneously, two guests may book the same dates.

Prevention methods:

• iCal sync: both Airbnb and Booking.com allow calendar sync via iCal links. Set this up between every platform pair. Downside: can have a 2–3 hour delay.
• Channel manager software: more reliable solution, syncs bookings across all platforms in real time.

If it happens anyway:

• Contact one of the guests immediately.
• Offer an alternative date or help find other accommodation.
• Both Airbnb and Booking.com allow booking transfers.

GuestGuru uses a proprietary channel manager system that syncs all platforms in real time — so double bookings virtually never occur for our clients.