Set Up General Airbnb Settings in Avantio Channel PRO
Decide how you want to manage your accommodations on Airbnb all at once. With general settings, you can establish rules and preferences that will apply to all your properties by default. Later, if needed, you can customize each accommodation individually.
General Account Settings
From the "Configure" menu, you'll find the main options that will form the basis of your operations:
Price Increase: apply a percentage adjustment (positive or negative) to your base rates.
Release and Maximum Release: define the minimum and maximum advance time guests can book.
Instant Booking: decide which type of guests can book without prior request.
Welcome Message: add a short text (maximum 200 characters) that travelers will see after confirming their booking.
👉 Helpful Tip: write a friendly and clear welcome message. Example: "Thanks for booking! We're excited to host you. We'll send all the check-in info a few days before your arrival."
Advanced Settings
In this section, you can adjust more specific options:
Contact Messages Outside Release: allow guests to message you even if the calendar is blocked.
Sync Type: choose between partial (manage prices and bookings in Avantio, but customize on Airbnb) or total (all information is synced from Avantio).
Cancellation Policies
If you want to apply the same policy to all your accommodations, set it up here. You can always change it for specific properties if needed.
Payment Settings
Decide whether to show Airbnb's standard commission or a custom commission.
Define who manages the tourist tax and the sales tax (it can be the company or Airbnb, depending on the area).
Associated Accounts
From this section, you can connect multiple Airbnb accounts to your Avantio account. Very useful if you manage properties for different owners or brands.
Extra Features
Check-in and Check-out: add clear instructions so the guest knows how to arrive, access the accommodation, and what to do when leaving.
Property and Safety: inform about potential risks or special features (steep stairs, unfenced pool, etc.) before the traveler books.
Customization by Accommodation
Although general settings apply by default to all properties, you can now customize each accommodation from the "Accommodations" menu.
Just select the property and open the configuration window to tailor it to your needs.
👉 Best Practices: if you manage very different accommodations (for example, a family house and a studio for couples), use this option to adjust policies, prices, or messages differently.
Common Mistakes
Not reviewing the global cancellation policy: it may not fit all your accommodations.
Forgetting to save changes after customizing a property.
Not adding relevant safety information: it could affect guests' trust.
Quick Checklist
I have set up the price increase and release.
I have activated the instant booking option according to my preferences.
I have added a personalized welcome message.
I have defined the cancellation and payment policies.
I have reviewed and adjusted the accommodations that require different settings.
Additional Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I have different cancellation policies for my accommodations?
Yes. You can apply a general policy and then customize each accommodation independently.
What is the difference between partial and complete synchronization?
With partial, you manage the essentials from Avantio and maintain flexibility on Airbnb. With complete, Avantio controls all the content and settings of the listing.
Can I change the release after setting up the account?
Yes. You can modify it at any time, both at a general level and by accommodation.
Is it mandatory to add a welcome message?
No, but it is highly recommended: it helps build trust and sets a friendly tone from the start.
What happens if I don't configure the tax part?
Depending on your location, Airbnb may manage them on your behalf. Still, it's better to review it to ensure everything is clear in your bookings.
✅ In summary: the general Airbnb configuration in Avantio saves you time and ensures consistency across your accommodations. Once set, spend a few minutes personalizing what's necessary for each property, and you'll have everything under control with just one click.