Connect your properties with Holidu and activate automatic payments
Managing properties across multiple channels can be challenging. Holidu simplifies this process by directly connecting with Avantio and synchronizing rates, availability, and bookings. Additionally, it offers the option to manage payments for you, saving you time and reducing risks.
What is Holidu and why connect your properties
Holidu is a German vacation rental platform founded in 2014, with over 30 million active users per month and more than 10 million properties online. Connecting allows you to:
Greater visibility: your accommodations are displayed on 22 international domains and 23 white label brands.
Direct bookings: travelers book directly on Holidu.
No hidden costs: you don't pay for the connection or monthly fixed fees.
Personalized support: an Account Manager will review your advertisements and provide recommendations to improve their performance.
Step-by-step to connect with Holidu
Request the connection from Avantio.
Holidu will create your account and automatically synchronize your inventory.
Review your advertisements: descriptions, photos, and rates are updated in real-time.
Decide if you want to activate Holidu Payments (HoPa) to automate collections and reduce cancellations.
⏱ Estimated activation time: the connection is immediate once the request is accepted.
Payment management options
Holidu offers you two ways to collect bookings:
🔑 Option 1: Holidu Payments (HoPa) – Recommended
Holidu manages the entire payment process and covers card costs in case of cancellation.
Greater security: payments aligned with your cancellation policy.
Less work: you don't have to send payment confirmations or chase payments.
Average reduction in cancellations: 12% less in connected accounts.
Payment of bookings: you receive the amount (minus commissions) on the check-in day.
💼 Option 2: Payments managed by you (Partner Payments)
You manage the payment and send the payment confirmation to the guest.
Holidu invoices its 15% commission the month after check-in.
You must manually register cancellations in Avantio to avoid charges for unfulfilled bookings.
Attention to details
Commissions: the 15% commission and the 1.5% HoPa fee only apply to confirmed bookings that are not canceled within the free period.
Languages: Holidu is available in 11 languages, allowing you to reach travelers across Europe.
Types of destinations: beach, mountain, city, ski, and vacation tourism.
Best practices
Activate Holidu Payments to optimize the payment process and improve conversion.
Properly configure your cancellation policies in Avantio: they will be automatically respected.
Include high-quality photos and complete descriptions in your advertisements to stand out from the competition.
Quick checklist before connecting
Updated rates and calendars in Avantio
Reviewed cancellation policies
Decision made on payment management (HoPa or manual)
Automatic booking confirmation configured if you manage payments yourself
Main benefit
Connecting your properties to Holidu means more visibility, automatic bookings, and fewer manual tasks. If you also activate Holidu Payments, you forget about managing collections and reduce cancellations, which translates into more income and less work.
Additional resources
[Guide to setting up cancellation policies in Avantio]
[Tips for optimizing property photos and descriptions]
[Official Holidu Payments documentation]
Frequently asked questions
Does Holidu charge for the connection?
No, the connection with Avantio is free and there are no fixed monthly fees.
What payment methods can guests use?
Credit card, debit card, and other payment methods available in their region if you activate HoPa.
When do I receive the money from the bookings?
With HoPa, payment is made on the check-in date. If you manage the payments yourself, you collect directly from the guest.
What happens if a guest cancels?
If you use HoPa, the cancellation is automatically synchronized and no commission is charged. If you manage the payments yourself, you must register the cancellation in Avantio.
Can I connect my properties if I already work with another portal?
Yes, Holidu can coexist with other channels connected to Avantio without issues.