Guides for villa and homestay owners
Short, practical guides you can use today, with or without villatab.
How to Stop Double Bookings at Your Villa or Homestay
A double booking costs you money and trust. Learn why it happens at villas and homestays and the simple habits and tools that stop it for good.
How to Take Advance Payments From Guests (Simple Steps)
Ask for an advance, say how much and by when, record every payment and track the balance. A simple routine for villa and homestay owners in India.
How to Track Agency Commission for Your Villa Bookings
Agencies send guests but take a cut. Learn how to record who sent each booking, who collected the money and what you owe, so commission is never a guess.
A Simple Homestay Booking Checklist for Owners and Staff
A step-by-step checklist from first enquiry to check-out for homestays and villas: what to ask, what to send, what to collect and what to check afterwards.
How to Send a WhatsApp Booking Confirmation to Guests
Guests expect a clear confirmation on WhatsApp. See what to include, how to word it, and how to send the same tidy message for every booking.