How to Build Your Own Booking Automation
Replace Booking Automation with a custom build. Most Powerful Channel Manager & Property Management Software
Build Difficulty: 4/5
A few focused days to build a solid replacement
Estimated Timeline
Based on 64 features at Few Days difficulty, expect about 3-5 days with AI-assisted development.
Recommended Tech Stack
Full-stack React framework with API routes and server components
PostgreSQL database, auth, and real-time subscriptions
Utility-first styling for rapid UI development
Key Features to Replicate
Top features across 8 categories. See all 64 features
Pricing(13 features)
Create multiple rates and special event rates. Link rates to other properties with percentage or flat increment/decrement. Create hierarchy between different rates.
Send different rates to different channels.
Override your rate by adding daily price adjustments.
Upload your own pricing through CSV file. Send dynamic prices through the open API. Integrate with pricing software such as PriceLabs.
Booking Automation can handle the most complex rate structures.
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Integration(7 features)
Facebook app to accept commission-free online bookings directly from your Facebook page.
iCal sync capabilities for calendar synchronization across channels.
Connect booking events to hundreds of different external applications.
Connect your own application to the platform. Retrieve and update data via the open API.
As a certified TripConnect premium partner, Booking Automation enables you to accept bookings directly from TripAdvisor.
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Property Management(7 features)
Add notes and diary entries for property management.
Multi-property and grouped properties display capabilities.
Agency functions, multiple logins and sub accounts to manage and sell multiple properties.
Portal for property owners to manage their properties.
Manage every property management task all on one dashboard. Assign tasks, view bookings, etc.
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Reporting(5 features)
Create and save custom reports with custom fields. Export them as CSV, PDF and Excel.
Generate every type of financial report for any period.
Get up-to-the-minute guests and housekeeping report.
Generate all occupancy related reports for any time period.
Generate standard and customized reports. Track the origin of bookings.
Rules and Restrictions(4 features)
Open property for a maximum of X days window.
Set minimum and maximum stay requirements for bookings.
Close property for bookings X days before check-in.
Stay Through and First night restriction strategy for rate management.
Booking System(3 features)
Give your guests a fast and easy 2-click booking experience. The booking page is secure, fully customizable and mobile-friendly.
Get direct bookings on your website with live prices and availability. Integrate to existing website or create your own.
Receive instant bookings or booking requests. Set minimum and maximum stays. Apply special rules for certain periods and seasons.
Calendar Management(3 features)
Block off dates on your calendar to prevent bookings.
Manage inventory across multiple properties and calendars.
Ability to close specific rooms at individual channels.
Communication(3 features)
Automatically send customized personal emails to guests and automate email triggers.
Automatically receive notifications whenever there is a new booking.
Send SMS or WhatsApp notifications to guests.
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