📌 This article answers the following questions:
- How do I open or close my availability for a specific period using the elloha calendar?
- How do I change the number of properties available on a specific day?
- How do I use quick actions to update my availability for an entire season?
- Are my availability changes synchronised in real time on Airbnb and Booking?
Why is this important?
Maintaining an accurate calendar is at the heart of your holiday rental business. Up-to-date availability allows you to:
Avoid overbooking: Never receive two bookings for the same night.
Maximise your revenue: Make dates available as soon as a cancellation occurs or a slot becomes free.
Save time: Automate synchronisation with platforms such as Airbnb or Booking.com.
Follow the step-by-step guide
Step 1: Access your calendar
The calendar allows you to manage your property’s occupancy and your schedules in real time.
In the side menu on the left-hand side of your screen, click on ‘Calendar’.
View the availability of your listings on your calendar.
It is from this menu that you will carry out most of your daily availability updates.
Step 2: Access quick actions
This feature allows you to quickly update the availability on your calendar for a specific period.
Click on the ‘Actions’ button.
Select the Availability option.
This tool is ideal for closing sales or adjusting your accommodation stock with just a few clicks.
Step 3: Set your availability
Set the number of units available for sale for your accommodation over a specific period.
Select the relevant accommodation option in your calendar.
Enter the number of units you wish to make available for booking.
Choose the applicable period from the following options:
Today or Tomorrow
This week or This month
A season
Custom dates
This feature allows you to quickly update your booking capacity to suit your seasonal needs.
Step 4: Apply your changes
Once you’ve selected the period, click the Apply button. Your changes are updated instantly and will be visible on your calendar.
Step 5: Adjust your availability on a day-to-day basis
One-off updates (day-to-day) are ideal for blocking a date following a direct booking enquiry or for reopening a night that has become available.
Go to the ‘Calendar’ menu in your elloha account.
Find your holiday home listing and the date you wish to change.
In the ‘On sale’ row, simply enter the number of available properties (e.g. 0 to close, 1 to open).
No need to look for a ‘Save’ button! Your change is confirmed and published instantly.
💡 Tip: This view is particularly useful for managing specific situations (last-minute availability, temporary closure, capacity adjustments, etc.).
Your calendar is up to date and your availability is now updated for your accommodation!
This allows you to adjust your schedule in real time and stay in control of your bookings.
Key points
Immediate publication: Your changes are sent in real time to Booking.com, Airbnb and Expedia via the integrated Channel Manager.
Plan ahead to boost sales: We recommend opening bookings 12 to 18 months in advance to attract travellers who plan their holidays well in advance.
Total freedom: Manage your holiday home even whilst on the move with the free elloha mobile app.