Hostfully
Pricing Comparison (USD/month)
| Properties | Total | Per Unit |
|---|---|---|
| 10 | $120 | $12 |
| 20 | $200 | $10 |
| 50 | $400 | $8 |
| 100 | $700 | $7 |
Setup fee: $No setup fee
Hostfully: Vacation Rental PMS with Digital Guidebooks
Hostfully is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2015, offering a vacation rental property management platform alongside a standalone digital guidebook product. The PMS is used by vacation rental managers, boutique hotel operators, and property management companies that prioritize both operational efficiency and guest experience.
Property Management Platform
The Hostfully PMS covers the core requirements of professional short-term rental management:
- Channel manager connecting to Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, and other platforms
- Unified inbox for centralized guest communication
- Automated messaging workflows tied to booking lifecycle events
- Booking pipeline and lead management
- Payment processing and owner financial statements
Digital Guidebooks as a Differentiator
Hostfully's digital guidebooks are a distinctive product that sets it apart from other vacation rental software vendors. Guidebooks provide guests with property information, house rules, local recommendations, and check-in instructions through a mobile-friendly interface. These can be embedded directly into the guest communication flow, improving the pre-arrival experience.
Guest Experience Focus
The combination of automated messaging and digital guidebooks reflects a deliberate emphasis on the guest journey — from booking confirmation through checkout. This approach helps operators reduce repetitive support inquiries while delivering a more polished, professional experience.
Integrations and Ecosystem
Hostfully integrates with third-party tools for dynamic pricing, cleaning coordination, smart home devices, and accounting. Its marketplace of integrations allows operators to build a customized vacation rental management stack around the platform.
Who Hostfully Serves
Hostfully targets small to mid-size vacation rental managers and boutique hotel operators, particularly those who want to build a recognizable brand in the short-term rental market. Its guest experience tools make it especially relevant for operators managing premium properties where guest satisfaction is a key differentiator.